Vacancies at Victory Farms

Roles & Responsibilities:

Senior Human Resource Manager

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement HR strategies that support business objectives, foster a high-performance culture, and ensure compliance with the Kenyan Employment and labour laws.
• Operational Excellence: Oversee the full spectrum of HR functions including talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management, compensation and benefits, and training and development.
• Workforce Management: Manage a diverse workforce, balancing the needs of permanent and casual staff while ensuring fair and equitable treatment.
• Policy Enforcement: Maintain the highest level of HR integrity by strictly enforcing company policies, particularly those related to casual hiring.
• Data-Driven Decision Making: Leverage HR analytics and metrics to inform strategic decisions and optimize HR processes.
• Culture Building: Foster a positive and inclusive work environment that aligns with the company’s values and attracts top talent.
• Systems Management: Oversee the implementation and maintenance of HR system and databases
• Health Insurance: Manage staff health policies, including medical insurance contracts and statutory obligations
• Legal Compliance: Ensure strict compliance with Data Protection Act in all HR and administrative processes as well as compliance with labor laws, collaborating closely with the legal team on disciplinary matters.
• HR Audit: Prepare for and support regular HR and administration audits and actively participate in safeguarding and risk management committee.

• Communication: Facilitate employee communication and services while advising on disciplinary, grievance, and conflict resolution procedures.
• Compensation Management: Participate in compensation reviews and benchmarking, driving internal equity by following the applicable compensation policies and advising management on compensation levels based on internal equity and external competitiveness analysis.
• Learning & Development: Manage and coordinate the delivery of learning solutions across the business as well as provide advice and coaching to line managers in accordance with established HR policies and procedures to enable people management topics.

Skills and qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as in Human Resource Management or a related discipline. Master’s degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, or a related field will be an added advantage.
• CHRP-K or Post graduate diploma in Human Resources Management qualification.
• A minimum of Ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in human resource management with at least Five (5) years in senior management.
• Must be a registered member of IHRM.
• Strong ability to enforce HR policies and maintain high standards of HR practice.
• Proven experience managing and working in an HR management capacity with large multi-cultural teams
• Demonstrated proficiency in all core HR functions including recruitment, talent management, employee relations, performance management, compensation and benefits, and compliance

Benefit

• Visibility into the world’s fastest growing aquaculture company.
• Ideal for a candidate looking to dive into a mission-oriented Organization.
• The team is committed to the candidate’s success and will provide coaching, mentorship, and unique exposure to people and experiences that come from the most successful leaders in the entrepreneurial community and the social sector.

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We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented HR Operations Manager to oversee Payroll, Master Data management, and Business Intelligence (BI) functions within our HR department. This pivotal role manages end-to-end payroll processes, ensures the integrity of HR master data, and leverages HR analytics to provide actionable insights for strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate will champion compliance and operational excellence across the workforce lifecycle, supporting organizational goals and enhancing employee experience.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Oversee full-cycle payroll processing for both full-time and casual employees, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Maintain and continuously update HR master data, guaranteeing its completeness, accuracy, and alignment with company policies.
• Drive the consistent adoption and effective use of HR tools and systems across all employee lifecycle stages.
• Analyze payroll data and trends, providing insightful reports and variance explanations to HR Business Partners, Line Managers, and Executive Committee.
• Ensure strict compliance with policies and regulations governing casual workforce management.
• Support contract management activities including renewals, tracking deadlines, and maintaining thorough documentation.
• Maintain and safeguard comprehensive employee files, both physical and digital, ensuring data privacy and accessibility.
• Prepare, consolidate, and distribute monthly HR reports and analytics to enable informed decision-making.
• Coordinate HR-related projects, ensuring seamless communication and timely updates for all payroll changes.
• Facilitate statutory compliance processes, audits, and reporting requirements to meet legal and organizational standards.
• Manage employee separation procedures efficiently, ensuring all relevant payroll documentation is submitted promptly.
• Verify statutory and payroll deduction details to maintain compliance and payroll accuracy
• Draft critical payroll-related documentation such as deduction letters and salary review communications.
• Provide detailed records of employee attendance, bonuses, and personal leave to support payroll preparation.
• Administer employee benefits programs, including insurance policies, to ensure seamless delivery and enrollment.

Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• At least 3+ years of relevant experience in HR operations, payroll, master data management, or related areas (manufacturing or agribusiness is an added advantage).
• Strong understanding of Kenyan labour laws and statutory deductions.
• High attention to detail and confidentiality.
• Proficiency in HR systems (ERPNext experience is a plus).
• Excellent communication and data analytical tools.

Benefit:

• Visibility into the world’s fastest growing aquaculture company.
• Ideal for a candidate looking to dive into a mission-oriented Organization.
• The team is committed to the candidate’s success and will provide coaching, mentorship, and unique exposure to people and experiences that come from the most successful leaders in the entrepreneurial community and the social sector.