Human Resources Officer
Earth Enable
About EarthEnable
EarthEnable is transforming how people live by making homes healthier for families across rural Rwanda, Kenya and Uganda and helping to reduce the polluting impact of the building industry on the environment. Most Ugandans live in homes with dirt floors that are dusty, unsanitary, and fertile breeding grounds for parasites and germs. While replacing a dirt floor with concrete has significant health benefits (e.g., reducing diarrhea by 50% and parasitic infections by 80%), concrete is unaffordable for many who need it and is a huge contributor to global pollution.
To counter the environmental and affordability issues surrounding concrete, EarthEnable has spent the past 8+ years developing and selling high-quality, earthen floors and plasters that are 50% cheaper than concrete with 90% less embodied energy.
The Human Resources function plays a key role in creating that culture. We help staff succeed, ensure strong systems are in place, and support managers to build high-performing teams across Kenya.
About the Role
The Human Resources Officer will support all core HR functions at EarthEnable Kenya, including recruitment, onboarding, HR administration, staff welfare, employee relations, and performance management support. The role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, confidentiality, and the ability to work closely with both office and field teams.
This is a hands-on role suited for someone who enjoys supporting people, managing systems, and ensuring the organization runs smoothly.
Key Responsibilities
Recruitment & Onboarding:
- Assist in sourcing, screening, and shortlisting candidates.
- Coordinate interview scheduling and communication with applicants.
- Support new hire onboarding, including documentation, orientation, and setup.
- Maintain up-to-date recruitment and onboarding records.
HR Administration
- Maintain complete and accurate employee files (physical and digital).
- Prepare HR letters, contracts, reports, and internal documentation.
- Track contract dates, probation periods, leave balances, and HR compliance documents.
- Provide payroll support by submitting attendance, leave, and deduction data to Finance.
Employee Relations & Support
- Respond to staff inquiries regarding HR policies and procedures.
- Support grievance and disciplinary processes with documentation and follow-up.
- Promote positive relationships between staff and management.
- Maintain strict confidentiality in all HR matters.
Training & Development
- Help coordinate training sessions, meetings, and HR-related workshops.
- Maintain training records and track participation.
- Support managers in identifying staff development needs and follow up on progress.
Performance Management
- Track monthly check-ins, probation reviews, and annual performance evaluations.
- Ensure managers complete documentation and submit it on time.
- Support follow-up on improvement plans or development conversations.
Field Collaboration & Support
- Visit districts to support HR compliance, documentation, and staff engagement.
- Understand district-level challenges and share insights with HR leadership.
- Provide hands-on support during recruitment drives, onboarding, and training in the field.
Required Qualifications & Key Capabilities
- Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, or related field.
- Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply, though 1 year of experience in HR or administration is an added advantage.
- Excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
- Strong communication skills and confidence working with diverse teams.
- High integrity and ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Willingness to travel to rural districts when required.
- Proficiency in Word, Excel, Google Docs, and related tools.
- Hard-working, reliable, and committed to delivering excellent work.
- Adaptable, open to learning, and comfortable in a fast-moving environment.
- A humble team player with a positive attitude and willingness to support wherever needed.
Why Join Us
- Play a key role in supporting staff who deliver life-changing housing solutions across Kenya.
- Work in a supportive, mission-driven environment focused on learning and growth.
- Build strong HR skills across administration, recruitment, compliance, and people development.
- Be part of a team improving health and dignity for rural families.
