HR Payroll & Data Officer (French Speaker) at the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC)

HR Payroll & Data Officer (French Speaker) at the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC)

Key Responsibilities

• Verify monthly HR data entries with HR Officers before payroll processing.
• Process monthly payroll variables, ensuring correct deductions, benefits, and compliance.
• Prepare the bank payment file and send it to Finance, ensuring salary payment validation files are complete.
• Submit payroll reports and accounting files to relevant stakeholders.
• Process final dues for exiting employees and ensure timely release.
• Address payroll queries, resolve discrepancies, and escalate where necessary.
• Maintain confidential payroll libraries, ensuring controlled access and updates.
• Facilitate the distribution of monthly pay-slips to staff after salary disbursement.
• Maintain HR analytics reports for each covered country, highlighting key data points such as joiners, exits, salary changes, and total headcount.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Professional qualifications such as CHRP-K, CIPD, SHRM, or an Advanced Diploma in HR will be recognized if the degree is not directly related to the above-listed fields.
• At least 3-5 years’ experience in HR, with at least two years in Payroll administration and filing statutory returns.
• Proficiency in French Language at C level or higher is required.
• Proven experience in payroll processing, HR data management, HRIS management, tax administration, and statutory management is an added advantage.
• Strong knowledge of tax, pension, and social security laws and regulations is an added advantage.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and payroll software.

What We Offer

• A diverse and humanitarian-minded workforce.
• An opportunity to contribute to institutional efforts to protect and assist conflict victims worldwide.
• Training opportunities.
• A flexible work schedule.

How to Apply

1. Prepare Your Application Materials:
   • CV highlighting your relevant experience and skills.
   • Cover letter explaining your motivation and interest in the position.
   • Copies of your diplomas and certificates.
   • Valid license to practice (where relevant).
   • Passport and driving license.
2. Submit Your Application:
   • Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
   • Submit your application via the provided link.

Application Deadline

• Location: Nairobi, Kenya (Kenyan National Position).
• Type of Contract: 1-year Fixed term contract (renewable subject to budget and performance).
• ICRC Values: Impact, collaboration, respect, and compassion. We seek candidates who demonstrate behaviors based on these shared values.