Human Resources

Senior Human Resource Officer Ãâ¢ã‚â€ã‚â“ Performance Management And Employee Wellness

Daystar University·Nairobi, kenya·Full Time·Contract
Human ResourcesFull TimeContract
-Closes Oct 31, 2026

Purpose of the Job:

To coordinate and implement the University's performance management and employee wellness programmes to enhance employee performance, engagement, productivity and well-being, in alignment with the University's strategic objectives, policies and values.

Requirements:

  • Christian commitment and practice
  • Master's degree in Human Resource Management or equivalent from an accredited university
  • Higher Diploma in Human Resource Management from a recognized institution or CHRP qualification.
  • At least seven years' experience in human resource management in a similar or equivalent organization
  • At least seven years' relevant experience in Human Resource Management, preferably in a similar or equivalent organisation.
  • Membership of the Institute of Human Resource Management (IHRM) and possession of a valid practising licence.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, planning and organisational skills.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

  • Implementing effective performance management strategies, policies, processes and procedures in line with University objectives.
  • Managing the performance of culture through elaborate policies, processes and procedures to achieve the University mission.
  • Coordinate the implementation, monitoring and continuous improvement of the University's performance management framework, policies and procedures.
  • Coordinate the development, cascading, signing, monitoring and evaluation of performance contracts and work plans in alignment with the University's strategic objectives.
  • Monitor performance management compliance and prepare periodic reports highlighting performance gaps, emerging issues and recommended corrective actions.
  • Provide technical guidance and support to supervisors and staff on performance target-setting, performance reviews, feedback and performance improvement plans.
  • Coordinate the identification and implementation of interventions to address performance gaps and enhance individual and institutional productivity.
  • Coordinate employee wellness programmes and initiatives that promote staff well-being, engagement and a supportive working environment.
  • Assess employee wellness needs through surveys, feedback mechanisms and other appropriate assessments, and recommend interventions based on the findings.
  • Coordinate employee engagement initiatives and monitor their effectiveness in promoting staff motivation, commitment and retention.
  • Support the identification of staff development needs arising from performance evaluations and coordinate appropriate training, coaching and mentorship interventions.
  • Monitor trends in employee performance, engagement and wellness and recommend evidence-based improvements to Human Resource policies and practices.
  • Prepare, monitor and report on the budget for performance management and employee wellness activities.
  • Maintain accurate performance management and employee wellness records and prepare reports for Management and relevant University committees.
  • Benchmark performance management and employee wellness practices against relevant industry standards and recommend appropriate improvements.
  • Implementing best practices in Human Resource Management.
  • Implementing change initiatives to achieve desired business plans and culture
  • Ensuring appropriate Christian behavior both internal and external in line with the institution's Strategy.

Key skills

BA/BSc/HNDMBA/MSc/MA
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At a glance

Company

Daystar University

Location

Nairobi, kenya

Employment

Full Time

Work style

Contract

Experience

Valid until

October 31, 2026

Created

October 15, 2026