People Associate | People| Nairobi

Sistema.bio, we work with farmers to improve life on Earth.

At Sistema.bio, we firmly believe that the transition to renewable energy, the reduction of global greenhouse gas emissions, and the adoption of regenerative farming are essential to ensuring a thriving world for current and future generations.

We empower family farms across Africa, Asia, and Latin America with innovative biodigester and biofertilizer technology, alongside training, customer service, and financing, enabling them to become more independent and productive.

Our mission drives action at the intersection of food security, social justice, and climate change.

You have the opportunity to become an integral part of this impactful story!

Your mission at Sistema.bio:

The People Associate will provide day-to-day operational HR support across the full employee lifecycle for the Africa team, ensuring high-quality administration, timely services to employees and managers, and reliable and accurate data and documentation.

You’ll be in charge of:

• HR administration, record keeping, and filing: Maintaining employee records, running HR audits, preparing monthly people analytics reports, and managing health & safety documentation and training logs.
  
• Recruitment and onboarding: Posting jobs, coordinating interviews, preparing contracts and onboarding packs, and tracking new hire feedback for continuous improvement.
  
• Employee relations and policy support:
  Handling day-to-day staff HR queries, assisting with disciplinary and grievance processes, and driving policy awareness across the team.
• Culture, engagement, and wellness support:
  Planning and executing employee engagement events and supporting wellness initiatives across Africa.
• Learning and Development: Supporting in coordinating training and learning programmes, tracking participation, measuring effectiveness, and supporting the continuous development of staff across the Africa team.
  

More about YOU:

• Bachelor's in Management, HR, or any relevant field
• Be an IHRM member
• Learning and Development: Coordinate training and learning programmes to ensure employees understand the content, tracking participation, measuring effectiveness, and supporting the continuous development of staff across the Africa team
• Key Experiences & Skills:
• 2 years of experience in HR or relevant experience
• Excellent Communication Skills and customer service orientation when interacting with employees and other stakeholders
• Fluent in English

Other important details:

• This is a full-time position based in Nairobi.
• We offer a hybrid work model.
• The starting date is as soon as possible.

What we offer:

✨ Passion and Purpose:
Join a dynamic social impact company, certified B Corp, and immerse yourself in an environment where passion, a strong mission, and collaborative spirit converge.

🌍 Global Team, Local Impact: Be part of our incredible international team comprising over 300 colleagues across 3 continents. Experience the power of working together toward a common goal that transcends borders.

🍃Balance matters: We understand that your best work comes from a rested and healthy state. Embrace our commitment to work-life balance with a flexible and accommodating work environment designed to suit your needs.

👐 Embrace diversity: Join a vibrant workplace with colleagues representing more than 15 nationalities. At Sistema.bio, inclusivity and diversity are not just values; they are the essence of our culture.

🌱 Grow with us: We foster an autonomous work environment that empowers you to contribute, develop, and take ownership of your projects and work. Join our team of doers in a fast-paced environment where there are plenty of opportunities to grow and learn.

🐄 Farmers are at the heart of what we do: Our mission, strategies, and day-to-day operations revolve around supporting farmers. We are committed to creating a positive impact on their lives, ensuring our work is always aligned with their needs and challenges.

Our values are FIRE 🔥

Farmer-Centric: We are inspired by the passion and hard work of farmers in all we do

Impact-driven: We are focused on cultivating positive change on Earth

Resourceful: We are proactive and efficient, weeding out challenges as they pop up

Ethical: Trust, transparency, reliability, and respect to cultivate healthy relationships

Your journey with us is not just a job; it's a chance to make a lasting impact.

Sistema.bio is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage diversity in the workplace regardless of gender, race or color, ethnicity or national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.