Syngenta is a Global Agribusiness Company with its headquarters in Basel, Switzerland. We are a market leader in the breeding and production of Seeds and Cuttings of the high-quality pot and bedding plants. In Kenya, we have two production Sites; Kenya Cuttings Limited based in Thika, and Pollen Limited based in Ruiru.

To support the achievement of high quality and consistent HR operations to ensure productivity and efficiency at all levels within the HR Function.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Recruitment: Organize for interview logistics as well as collection of requested documents from selected candidates
• Staff Induction: Prepare the induction program and material for new employees and follow-up with the joiners to ensure that the induction is completed and file a copy of the induction program
• Leave Management: Update and maintain leave/sick off records for all employees and ensure implementation is done accordingly
• Data & Documentation: Help with filing of general HR correspondence, employee contracts, personal details and ensure that all documents are updated appropriately in the employees’ files
• Payroll: Support the payroll officer with payroll inputs collection, updating of Muster Rolls and distribution of pay slips to staff
• Labour Relations: Handle employee enquiries and grievances and refer to HR senior team members where necessary
• Performance Management:  Coordinate with the Departmental Heads to complete the Performance Management trackers
• Training: Update the training file, Organize the training logistics with the support of HR senior team members and communicate the same to the participants
• Audits and Compliance: Assist in retrieval of supporting documents required during internal and external audits
• Benefits Administration: Provide support to employees by answering queries regarding their benefits
• Separation-Facilitate the employee clearance process during separation in line with company and legal regulations and issuance of Certificate of service
• Any other tasks as may be allocated from time to time

• 1 year hand-on experience in a busy work environment
• A Degree in Human Resource Management or any related Business or Social Science degree
• A Higher Diploma in Human Resources Management
• Knowledge of Kenyan Labour Laws

KEY SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES

• Ability to communicate with impact
• Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to interact with employees at all levels
• Should possess good problem-solving skills
• Good report writing and presentation skills
• Good negotiation skills
• Excellent organization skills

CRITICAL SUCCESS FACTORS & KEY CHALLENGES

• Ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to enforce adherence to company policies.
• Able to keep matters confidential.
• Emotional intelligence