Job Description

Job Description/Requirements

The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) is a State Corporation established through an Act of Parliament; Act Number 33 of 26th October, 2012. The Authority is mandated with effectively managing the road transport sub-sector and minimizing road traffic accidents and loss of lives resulting therefrom.

Pursuant to this mandate, the Authority seeks to recruit highly motivated and results oriented candidates to fill the under mentioned positions:

Detailed job descriptions for the positions are as provided below.

6. HUMAN RESOURCE OFFICER II – PAYROLL AND BENEFITS (GRADE NTSA 8) - REF: NTSA/03/2022/6
The office holder will be responsible to the Principal HR Officer (payroll and benefits) for provision of support in processing of payroll and staff benefits in the Authority.

Key Duties and Responsibilities
• Assist in preparation of monthly payroll and payroll reports;
• Assist in keying in data in the HRIS system;
• Assist in management of staff welfare activities including benevolent fund;
• Provide support in pension & gratuity administration;
• Assist in administration of health and life insurance schemes;
• Assist in development of annual PE and programme budgets;
• Assist in development of terms of reference/specifications for staff welfare and benefits related tenders;
• Participate in preparation of HR metrics;
• Liaise with other HR staff regarding new hires, terminations, remuneration and conditions of service for payroll input and payroll audit support documentation;
• Ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations in processing of staff payroll and benefits;
• Update staff third party deductions;
• Participate in the implementation of Human Resource and Administration plans and budgets;
• Assist in planning and coordination of sporting activities and programmes including club membership;
• Process staff baggage, and transfer claims;
• Respond to staff queries on staff welfare and benefits;
• Enforcement of HR Policies and procedures relevant to staff welfare & Benefits and Labour Laws;
• Update staff bio data in payroll database;
• Liaison with external institutions including insurance companies, banks & Saccos regarding staff deductions; and
• Carry out any other duty as may be assigned from time to time.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Finance and Accounting, Public Administration, Business Administration, Human Resource Management or a related field from a recognized institution;
• Accounting Qualification (CPA-K) is a must for those without Finance and Accounting background;
• Diploma in Human Resources Management qualification is an added advantage;
• Membership to the Institute of Human Resource Management (IHRM);
• CHRP is an added advantage;
• Excellent communication skills;
• Analytical skills; and
• Team player with excellent interpersonal skills.

Candidates interested in the above positions are expected to fulfil the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya. Candidates must therefore, obtain and submit the following documents together with their applications:
1. Clearance Certificate from the Criminal Investigations Department (CID);
2. Clearance Certificate from Higher Education Loans Board (HELB);
3. Tax Compliance Certificate from Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA);
4. Clearance from Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) and
5. Clearance from Credit Reference Bureau (CRB).

Qualified candidates should apply in confidence indicating the Job Ref. No. on both the application and envelope to the address below, enclosing CVs with full details of educational background and professional qualifications. The application should also have copies of certificates, relevant testimonials and the National ID. Applications may be deposited at the Authority’s Head Office Reception, 316 Upper Hill Chambers, Ground floor, 2nd Ngong Avenue, or posted to;
The Director General,
National Transport and Safety Authority,
316 Upper Hill Chambers, 2nd Ngong Avenue,
P.O. Box 3602-00506,
NAIROBI.

All applications should be received not later than 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday 12th April, 2022.

NTSA is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and gender equality. Youth, Women and Persons with Disability are encouraged to apply. Please note that only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted. Any form of canvassing shall lead to automatic disqualification.

Apply Now Email Job