Mbaisi S Wijenje
@mbaisiswijenje
Human Resources Officer (Generalist) delivering HR operations, compliance, and employee relations across complex contexts.
KenyaWhat I'm looking for
I am a dynamic Human Resources Officer with eight years' experience providing end-to-end HR services, recruitment, benefits administration, HRIS management and employee relations in international and multi-jurisdictional settings. I excel at aligning local HR policies with legal and organizational requirements, streamlining HR administrative processes, and delivering onboarding, performance management and learning interventions that improve workforce effectiveness.
I have led recruitment and onboarding for resident and mobile staff, managed payroll variables and benefits, handled disciplinary and grievance processes, and designed staff wellbeing initiatives. I bring strong attention to compliance, data-driven HR reporting, and a collaborative approach to support managers and staff across Kenya and Somalia.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
ICHuman Resource Officer
International Committee of the Red Cross
Jan 2020 - Present (5 years 9 months)
Lead end-to-end recruitment, onboarding, compensation administration and HR compliance for resident and mobile staff, streamlining processes to improve data accuracy and payroll timeliness. Managed employee relations, performance management, training coordination and HRIS reporting for Kenyan and Somalia-based staff.
ICHuman Resource Assistant
International Committee of the Red Cross
Feb 2019 - Dec 2019 (10 months)
Supported job description rollout, recruitment activities and general HR administration including ID issuance and records management to standardize HR templates and improve accessibility. Coordinated HR logistics and maintained HR stationery and filing systems.
Human Resource Officer
Resource Associates
Nov 2018 - Feb 2019 (3 months)
Provided talent search, assessment coordination and HR advisory services including learning & development support and organization design recommendations to consulting clients. Managed candidate sourcing, interviews and assessment center logistics.
SUCareer Development Trainee
Strathmore University
Jun 2018 - Oct 2018 (4 months)
Conducted employer satisfaction surveys and supported employability reporting, CV reviews and marketing activities to inform career services programming and improve student placement insights.
Human Resource Intern
Java House Africa
Feb 2018 - May 2018 (3 months)
Maintained electronic and physical employee records, managed statutory compliance (NHIF, NSSF, PIN) and supported recruitment, onboarding and disciplinary processes across branches.
Human Resource Attaché
Liquid Telecom Kenya
Dec 2016 - Apr 2017 (4 months)
Supported leave management, employee file maintenance and recruitment logistics while contributing to travel and orientation policy documentation to improve onboarding consistency.
SUReceptionist
Strathmore University
Nov 2015 - Dec 2015 (1 month)
Managed applicant registration and scholarship documentation, maintained files and provided general administrative support to the Financial Aid Office to streamline applicant processing.
Receptionist
I Lab Africa
Apr 2015 - Jun 2015 (2 months)
Provided front-desk support, maintained schedules and inventory, and handled vendor interactions to ensure smooth operations of the gadget store and student services.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
UUUnited States International University (USIU)
Master of Science, Management & Organizational Development
2023 -
Pursuing Master of Science in Management & Organizational Development with expected completion in November 2025, focusing on management and organizational development principles.
Human Resource Management Professionals Examination Board (HRMPEB)
Certified Human Resource Professional (CHRP-K), Human Resource Management
2023 -
Certified Human Resource Professional (CHRP-K) certification awaiting completion through HRMPEB.
SUStrathmore University
Bachelor of Commerce, Human Resources Management
2014 - 2018
Grade: Second Class Honours, Upper Division
Completed Bachelor of Commerce with Human Resource option, graduating with Second Class Honours, Upper Division.
St Brigid's Girls High School - Kitale
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (K.C.S.E), Secondary Education
2010 - 2013
Grade: A-
Completed Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (K.C.S.E) with grade A-.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
KenyaAuthorized to work in
Job categories
Skills
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