I am writing to apply for the Human Resource Officer position at the Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) as advertised. With over seven years of experience in the public sector in Kenya, I have honed my expertise in talent acquisition, employee relations, and organizational development. My passion for fostering inclusive workplaces aligns seamlessly with KEMRI's mission to advance health research and innovation. Holding a Bachelor of Business Administration in Human Resource Management from Maseno University, I am eager to contribute to your team's success in the coastal region from my base in Mombasa.
In my current role as Senior Human Resource Officer at the Kenya Ports Authority in Mombasa since January 2020, I have led recruitment drives that filled over 150 positions within six months, reducing vacancy rates by 40% through targeted sourcing from local universities. I developed and implemented performance management systems that improved employee satisfaction scores by 25%, as per annual surveys, and coordinated training programs for more than 500 staff in compliance with Public Service Commission guidelines. Additionally, I managed employee relations effectively, resolving 95% of grievances amicably and reducing labor disputes by 30% in a high-volume environment, ensuring adherence to Kenyan labor laws.
Previously, as Human Resource Officer at the Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure in Nairobi from December 2017 to December 2019, I handled payroll and benefits for 200 employees with 100% compliance to Salaries and Remuneration Commission standards, streamlined onboarding to cut induction time by 50% and boost retention to 85%, and supported diversity initiatives that increased female representation in technical roles by 20%. My skills in recruitment, performance management, and HR policy formulation position me to support KEMRI's dynamic workforce needs. I am available at +254 712 345 678 or
[email protected] to discuss how my background can benefit your organization.