Senior Human Capital Officer at Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Service (KEPHIS) (2015-05 – Present)
Responsible for providing strategic leadership and operational oversight of human capital functions, including recruitment, performance management, employee relations, workforce and succession planning, and HR policy implementation, to align people, processes, and systems with organizational goals and government priorities.
- Advises the Executive Team on talent management, succession planning, and workforce optimization, strengthening leadership pipelines and ensuring organizational sustainability
- Spearheads the development and execution of HR strategies, policies, and procedures, and workforce plans that align people, processes, and systems with organizational goals and national government priorities
- Leads the review, development, and implementation of HR policies, SOPs, and contracts, aligning them with evolving labor regulations and organizational strategies
- Defines and promotes a clear DEI vision embedded in KEPHIS's overall strategy, anchored in leadership commitment and inclusive practice
- Forecasts staffing needs, conducts gap analysis, and develops plans to ensure adequate staffing for current and future operations
- Leads end-to-end talent acquisition initiatives, attracting and retaining high-caliber professionals while upholding merit-based, transparent recruitment aligned with public service standards
- Oversee the implementation of a performance management framework, ensuring alignment of individual objectives with corporate goals, enhancing accountability, and driving continuous improvement
- Champion the use of HR analytics and metrics to identify workforce trends, optimize resource allocation, and provide data-driven insights for strategic decision-making
- Direct organizational capacity-building initiatives through training needs assessments, targeted learning interventions, and leadership development programs, enhancing employee competencies
- Strengthen compliance and governance by coordinating HR audits, payroll management, and policy reviews, ensuring adherence to labor laws, statutory requirements, and donor standards
- Serves as a Quality Management Systems (QMS) Champion, embedding HR best practices in organizational systems, ensuring accountability, and supporting ISO certification processes
- Administers contracts of service, renewals, and extensions in compliance with HR policies and labor regulations
- Drives a culture of employee engagement and well-being by promoting inclusive workplace programs (HIV/AIDS, Occupational Health & Safety, staff welfare) and proactively managing employee relations
- Manages staff grievances, disciplinary procedures, and conflict resolution in compliance with labor laws and organizational policies
- Utilizes HRIS to maintain accurate personnel records and generate monthly and quarterly reports
Human Resource Officer at The National Treasury (2015-03 – 2015-05)
Responsible for overseeing pension claims, employee benefits, records management, and compliance with public service regulations, while ensuring efficient HR processes that supported staff welfare and organizational objectives.
- Processed and followed up on over 150 pension claims, ensuring accurate documentation and reducing delays for beneficiaries
- Maintained and updated HR records for 800+ employees, streamlining data management and supporting efficient HR operations
- Administered employee benefits (medical, pension, allowances) with 100% compliance to government regulations, safeguarding staff welfare and accountability
- Coordinated recruitment and onboarding of new staff in line with Public Service Commission standards, ensuring smooth integration into the Treasury
- Facilitated training and development programs for 50+ employees, strengthening professional skills and improving departmental performance
- Resolved employee relations cases, including grievances and disciplinary actions, within policy timelines, contributing to workplace harmony
- Prepared HR reports and workforce statistics that informed senior management decisions and compliance with oversight bodies
- Monitored attendance, leave, and welfare programs, improving workforce productivity and adherence to civil service regulations
- Supported HR policy development to align Treasury practices with national government objectives and ongoing reforms
Human Resource Officer at Ministry of Devolution & Planning (2013-08 – 2015-02)
Responsible for managing and implementing human resource functions, policies, and procedures to ensure effective recruitment, employee welfare, compliance with civil service regulations, and alignment of workforce capacity.
- Reduced recruitment turnaround time by 30% by streamlining vacancy posting, shortlisting, and selection processes, ensuring timely staffing for critical roles
- Processed over 200 promotions, salary adjustments, and retirement cases with 100% compliance to civil service regulations, achieving zero audit queries
- Coordinated training and development programs for more than 150 staff, enhancing capacity and improving overall employee performance ratings
- Resolved over 90% of employee grievances and disciplinary cases within policy timelines, fostering a positive workplace culture and reducing conflicts
- Improved workforce planning accuracy by updating and maintaining HRMIS records for 1,000+ employees, enabling data-driven decision-making by management
- Supported public sector reform initiatives by contributing to HR policy reviews, ensuring alignment with evolving Public Service Commission directives and modernization efforts
Human Resource Assistant at Ministry of Local Government (2007-10 – 2013-08)
Assistant role in human resource management
