HR Officer Job Kisii National Polytechnic

HR Jobs, Kisii National Polytechnic Jobs. Responsible for managing human resource operations, supporting recruitment and selection, implementing HR policies, managing employee relations, coordinating training and development, supporting performance management, maintaining HR records and systems, and advising management on staff matters. Requires a Bachelor’s degree or Higher Diploma in Human Resource Management, at least three years’ relevant experience. The position is based in Kisii and requires on-site work.

Job specifications

The officer shall be responsible for providing leadership in human resource issues including recruitment of staff in the polytechnic, performance management of staff and advising the Chief Principal on matters concerning Human Resource in line with policies and procedure governing the polytechnic.

Key Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities will entail;

• Handling human resource management matters within established policies, rules and regulations;
• Making proposals on the human resource planning and succession management;
• Implementing human resource management policies and guidelines and ensuring compliance with government legal and statutory requirements;
• Recording data for each employee including employees’ bio-data, supervisory reports, performance reports and ensuring accurate data is maintained;
• Gathering and compile all information relating to training needs from all the departments to facilitate proper planning of training programs;
• Monitoring the working environment of the staff to ensure health and safety measures are observed;
• Coordinating budget development for the personnel emoluments and ensuring that all HR related costs for assigned departments are within approved budgets and assisting in Performance Management and employee evaluation
• Maintaining the human resource information system and ensuring confidentiality of staff personal information;
• Controlling staff establishment by facilitating updating and continual improvement of the Polytechnic’s HR policies and practice. Requirements; For appointment to this grade a candidate must have;

Qualifications

• Served in the grade of Human Resource Officer (CSG 9) or in an equivalent position in the public service or private sector; with at least three (3) years’ experience in a comparable institution or wider public service
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management or equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution.
• Must be a registered member of the Institute of Human Resource Management (IHRM) and in good standing.
• Attended a senior Management Course lasting not less than three (3) weeks from a recognized institution
• Certificate in computer application skills.
• Shown merit, integrity and ability as reflected in work performance and results.
• Proven knowledge of the Enterprise Resource Planning system of integrated computer systems

How to Apply

Interested applicants who meet the above requirements, including those within the polytechnic, are required to submit their applications to be received on or before 2nd
October 2026 at 04:0opm. Applications should include detailed curriculum vitae (CVs) and names and contacts of three (3) referees. Applicants must also attach copies of certified academic certificates and transcripts, testimonials, copy of National ID card all enclosed in a plain sealed envelope addressed to the undersigned.

Successful applicants are expected to fulfill the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya and MUST obtain and submit VALID clearance certificates from the following organizations upon offer of appointment:

1. Individual Tax Compliance Certificate from the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)
2. Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
3. Directorate of Criminal Investigation (Certificate of Good); and
4. An Approved Credit Reference Bureau clearance certificate.

Note:

Kisii National Polytechnic is an equal opportunity institution and therefore, youths, women and persons living with disabilities who meet the requirements are encouraged to apply.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited for interview.

The Chief Principal/ Secretary Governing Council
Kisii National Polytechnic
PO Box 222 – 40200
KISII