HR Officer

Farm to Feed is a pioneering end-to-end digital platform focused on aggregating the full harvest from farmers in Africa and selling it to commercial kitchens. Our mission is to reduce food loss, improve farmer incomes, and combat climate change through sustainable supply chains. We're a team that thrives on pushing boundaries and thinking innovatively to create real-world impact.

Our Team Culture: 
We’re proudly "odd" - and we love it! At Farm to Feed, different perspectives aren’t just welcome, they’re necessary. We believe that challenging the status quo starts with people who see the world a little differently. We mix purpose with fun, hard work with heart, and community with innovation. If you care about impact, growth, and a little bit of organized chaos, you’ll feel right at home here.

Position Overview 

Role Mission:

The HR Officer will play a key role in building and maintaining a strong, mission-aligned, and motivated team. You will be responsible for managing day-to-day HR operations, ensuring smooth internal processes, and fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment that reflects Farm to Feed’s values. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Recruitment & Onboarding: Lead end-to-end hiring processes including drafting job descriptions, posting roles, screening candidates, coordinating interviews, and onboarding new hires.
• Employee Experience & Culture: Champion Farm to Feed’s unique culture. Plan team-building events, employee check-ins, and programs that enhance morale and engagement.
• Performance & Development: Support leadership in implementing performance reviews, goal setting, and learning & development plans.
• HR Policies & Compliance: Maintain and update HR policies, ensuring compliance with Kenyan labor laws and internal values.
• Payroll & Benefits Admin: Coordinate with Finance on payroll processing, and manage employee benefits, leave tracking, and statutory requirements.
• Employee Relations: Serve as a trusted point of contact for staff concerns. Promote a respectful, inclusive, and safe workplace through active listening and conflict resolution.
• HR Systems & Records: Maintain organized employee records and ensure accurate HR data management and reporting.
• Operations and Admin: Manage day-to-day office operations and provide administrative support across HR functions, including scheduling, documentation, employee-related queries, and supporting the CEO on HR-related operations and tasks

Qualifications & Skills 

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or related field.
• 3–5 years of HR experience in a fast-paced or mission-driven organization.
• Solid knowledge of Kenyan labor laws and HR best practices.
• Experience working in dynamic environments such as startups, nonprofits, or growth-stage companies is highly valued.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to balance empathy with professionalism and confidentiality.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Experience using HR software or systems is a plus.
• A self-starter with a proactive attitude and passion for people and purpose.