HR Internship

Syngenta is a Global Agribusiness Company with its headquarters in Basel, Switzerland. We are a market leader in the breeding and production of Seeds and Cuttings for high-quality pot and bedding plants. In Kenya, we have two production Sites; Kenya Cuttings Limited based in Thika, and Pollen Limited based in Ruiru.

To support the achievement of high quality and consistent HR operations ensuring productivity and efficiency at all levels within the HR Function, while leveraging data analytics to drive evidence-based decision-making and optimize HR processes.

Accountabilities

• Recruitment: Organise for interview logistics as well as collection of statutory documents from selected candidates. Coordinate end to end recruitment processes for Seasonal Labour.
• Staff Induction: Prepare the induction program and material for new employees and follow-up with the joiners to ensure that the induction is completed and file a copy of the induction program.
• Leave Management: Update and maintain leave/sick off records for all employees and ensure implementation is done accordingly.
• Data & Documentation: Help with filing of general HR correspondence, employee contracts, personal details and ensure that all documents are updated appropriately in the employees’ files. Update weekly and monthly data metrics for the HR dashboard
• Payroll: Support the HR Advisor in payroll inputs collection, updating of Muster Rolls and distribution of pay slips to staff.
• Labour Relations: Handle employee enquiries and grievances and refer to HR Advisors where necessary.
• Performance Management:  Coordinate with the Departmental Heads to complete the Performance Management trackers.
• Training: Update the training file, Organize the training logistics with the support of HR Advisor and communicate the same to the participants.
• Audits and Compliance: Assist in retrieval of supporting documents required during internal and external audits
• Benefits Administration: Provide support to employees by answering queries regarding their benefits
• Separation-Facilitate the employee clearance process during separation in line with company and legal regulations and issuance of Certificate of service

Any other tasks as may be allocated from time to time.

Knowledge, experience & capabilities

• A Degree in Human Resource Management or any related Business or Social Science degree.
• A Higher Diploma in Human Resources Management
•  Knowledge of Kenyan Labour Laws

Key Skills:

• Ability to communicate with impact.
• Excellent Interpersonal skills with ability to interact with employees at all levels.
• Should possess good problem-solving skills.
• Good report writing and presentation skills.
• Good negotiation skills.
• Excellent organization skills.

Other behaviours critical for the role:

• Ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to enforce adherence to company policies.
• Able to keep matters confidential.
• Emotional intelligence
• Ability to exhibit patience and tolerance.

Male candidates are encouraged to apply.