HR Generalist

Unifi provides simple, short-term microfinance solutions to formally employed individuals in Kenya, bridging gaps in their daily finances through branches and a USSD app. Their goal is to redefine credit with simpler, faster, and smarter lending solutions.

This role involves supporting the HR function within Unifi's Kenyan operations, encompassing the entire employee lifecycle from recruitment to fostering a positive work environment. The HR Generalist will work closely with managers, providing practical insights and guidance on people-related decisions, ensuring processes are streamlined, and contributing to a workplace where employees can thrive and perform optimally. The individual will embody Unifi's values and contribute to making it an engaging place to work.

1. Manage the complete employee journey, keeping managers informed and offering practical insights for people decisions.
2. Develop and maintain talent pipelines for frequently needed or hard-to-fill positions to support continuous growth.
3. Oversee relationships with external recruitment partners, ensuring they provide high-quality candidates.
4. Represent Unifi at career fairs, networking events, and other opportunities to attract top talent.
5. Deliver effective onboarding programs that help new employees quickly integrate, understand the business, and contribute confidently.
6. Collaborate closely with managers to ensure new hires are supported, equipped, and set up for success from their first day.
7. Build strong relationships with managers, understanding their team dynamics and challenges.
8. Act as a trusted partner to managers, offering practical guidance on people and process-related decisions.
9. Drive the performance management process, ensuring clear expectations, meaningful discussions, and accountability.
10. Work with the HR team and wider business to implement people initiatives that enhance engagement and capability.
11. Ensure employee records, HR systems, and administrative tasks are accurate, reliable, and current.
12. Consistently follow HR processes and monitor employees' effective use of relevant tools and systems.
13. Contribute to creating an environment where employees can excel, thrive, and contribute to business success.
14. Actively embody Unifi's values and help cultivate a positive and enjoyable work atmosphere.

1. Hold a Bachelor's degree or an equivalent qualification.
2. Possess at least 3 years of experience in a generalist HR operations role, covering the full employee lifecycle.
3. Be confident in supporting and challenging managers when necessary, demonstrating sound judgment and a practical approach.
4. Exhibit clear, direct, and respectful communication skills.
5. Capable of building strong relationships, earning trust, and collaborating effectively with diverse teams across different countries.
6. Be organized and dependable, able to manage multiple priorities while maintaining high work standards.
7. Demonstrate resilience, resourcefulness, a hands-on approach, and a "let's get it done" attitude.
8. Show passion for helping people succeed and thrive in their roles.
9. Be curious and continuously seek improved methods for work processes and enhancing the employee experience.
10. Be willing and able to travel across Africa as required.