The Kenya National Innovation Agency (KeNIA) is a State Corporation established under the Science, Technology and Innovation Act, No. 28 of 2013, with the mandate to develop and manage the National Innovation System. The Agency plays a central role in promoting, coordinating, and strengthening innovation development, collaboration, and commercialization in Kenya.
To effectively deliver on its mandate, the Agency invites qualified, competent, and motivated individuals to apply for various positions as detailed below. Each role presents a unique opportunity to contribute to national socio-economic transformation through innovation, knowledge exchange, and institutional capacity development.
HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT OFFICER I – KENIA GRADE 7 (Post 1)
Application deadline: 18 November 2025
The Human Resource Management Officer I will be responsible for implementing human resource management functions and ensuring efficient delivery of personnel and administrative services.
Job Description
- Implement human resource policies, procedures, and guidelines.
- Administer staff recruitment, selection, and placement processes.
- Maintain and update employee records and HR databases.
- Coordinate staff performance appraisal and career progression systems.
- Process payroll, leave, and employee welfare matters.
- Facilitate employee relations, disciplinary procedures, and conflict resolution.
- Participate in developing HR plans and workforce management strategies.
- Prepare HR reports, correspondence, and documentation for management.
- Ensure compliance with labour laws, policies, and regulations.
- Support staff capacity-building and training initiatives.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit their applications by 18 November 2025. Candidates should clearly indicate the position applied for on the subject line of the application.
Applications can be submitted through the appropriate channels as indicated on the Kenya National Innovation Agency’s official website or advertisement portal.
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