Paul Okwaro
@paulokwaro
Human Resources Assistant focused on compliant HR, performance, and talent acquisition.
What I'm looking for
I am a dedicated and results-oriented Human Resource professional with a proven track record in fostering a positive workplace culture, streamlining HR processes, and supporting organizational growth. I’m known for excellent interpersonal skills, strategic thinking, and a passion for empowering employees to achieve their full potential while aligning with organizational goals.
Through my work experience as a Human Resource Assistant and as an attaché, I support organizations by handling training programs, running performance appraisals, and recommending employee growth opportunities. I also help ensure compliance with labor laws and regulations, maintain employee records in line with data protection policies, and manage employee insurance, pension, and leave entitlements.
I bring a practical, people-focused approach to HR—balancing employee needs, workplace safety standards, and accurate recordkeeping with strong communication and problem-solving. With a Bachelor degree in Business Administration, I’m eager to keep improving HR effectiveness and contribute to teams that value motivated, productive work environments.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Human Resource Assistant
Worldlink Communications
Jan 2021 - Present (5 years 5 months)
Develops or sources training programs and conducts performance appraisals to recommend employee growth opportunities. Monitors training effectiveness, ensures labor law and organizational compliance, maintains employee records under data protection policies, and supports workplace safety standards.
HR Attaché
Kenya Methodist University
Feb 2019 - Aug 2019 (6 months)
Ensured compliance with labor laws on wages and overtime and handled employee insurance, pension, and leave entitlements. Supported training by developing/source training programs, conducting performance appraisals, evaluating training effectiveness, and maintaining employee records in line with data protection and workplace safety standards.
Education
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Kenya Methodist University
Bachelor of Business Administration, Business Administration
Earned a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Kenya Methodist University.
Kagonya High School
2011 - 2015
Grade: B-
Activities and societies: Students’ council: class captain; Christian union: secretary (Form 3 and 4); debate club.
Attended Kagonya High School, achieving a mean grade of B-.
Nyalenya Primary School
2003 - 2010
Activities and societies: Students’ council: school head prefect; Scouts club: member.
Attended Nyalenya Primary School (2003–2010), scoring 337 marks.
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