Emelda Kadaga
Nairobi,Kenya
Summary
Dedicated Human Resource professional with hands-on experience in HR administration, recruitment coordination, and employee records management. Skilled in supporting HR operations, payroll processes, and ensuring compliance with organizational policies. Proven ability to maintain confidentiality, improve efficiency, and foster positive workplace relationships.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Administration Assistant (HR Support Role)
Ndalila & Company Advocates
Nairobi, Kenya
08.2021 - 11.2025
- Supported end-to-end recruitment activities, including preparing job advertisements, coordinating interviews, communicating with candidates, and facilitating the onboarding process.
- Maintained accurate and confidential employee records, personnel files, employment contracts, leave records, and other HR documentation in compliance with company policies.
- Administered employee attendance, leave, and timekeeping records, ensuring accuracy and timely reporting.
- Assisted in the induction and orientation of new employees, ensuring completion of onboarding documentation and a smooth integration into the Firm.
- Assisted in coordinating employee performance appraisal processes and maintaining performance management records.
- Scheduled meetings, managed calendars, prepared agendas, and recorded meeting minutes for management and departmental meetings.
- Prepared business correspondence, reports, presentations, and other administrative documents using Microsoft Office Suite.
- Managed incoming and outgoing correspondence, including emails, telephone calls, courier services, and official documentation.
- Coordinated the procurement of office supplies, monitored inventory levels, and maintained supplier records to support uninterrupted office operations.
- Ensured compliance with organizational policies, employment procedures, and confidentiality standards in all HR and administrative activities.
- Collaborated with management and cross-functional teams to improve administrative processes and enhance operational efficiency.
Assistant Human Resource Officer (Attachment)
Metro Concepts East Africa Company
Nairobi, Kenya
03.2021 - 06.2021
- Assisted in the end-to-end recruitment process, including preparing job advertisements, screening applications, shortlisting candidates, scheduling interviews, and communicating with applicants.
- Maintained accurate employee records, personnel files, and HR databases, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with company policies.
- Supported the onboarding and orientation of new employees by preparing employment documentation and coordinating induction activities.
- Assisted in payroll preparation by verifying employee attendance, leave records, overtime, and other payroll inputs while responding to payroll-related queries.
- Conducted periodic HR audits to ensure personnel records, documentation, and HR processes complied with company policies and applicable labour laws.
- Supported the implementation and communication of HR policies, procedures, and best practices across the organization.
- Assisted in coordinating performance management activities, including tracking appraisal schedules, maintaining performance records, and preparing appraisal documentation.
- Coordinated employee training and development programs by scheduling sessions, maintaining training records, and monitoring employee participation.
- Supported employee engagement initiatives, staff welfare activities, and internal communication to foster a positive workplace culture.
- Assisted in monitoring employee attendance, leave management, and timekeeping records, ensuring accurate and timely reporting.
- Prepared HR reports, correspondence, and administrative documents using Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Microsoft Excel and Word.
- Collaborated with the HR team to provide administrative support and ensure the efficient delivery of day-to-day human resource operation.
Education
Diploma in Human Resource Management -
College of Human Resource Management
Certificate in Human Resource Management -
College of Human Resource Management
KCSE -
Goibei Girls High School
Skills
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Outlook
- HR Information Systems (HRIS)
Accomplishments
- Maintained accurate and confidential employee records, ensuring timely retrieval of HR information and compliance with organizational requirements.
- Successfully supported recruitment and onboarding processes, contributing to the smooth integration of new employees.
- Assisted in coordinating interviews, staff training, and employee engagement activities, contributing to efficient HR operations.
- Supported payroll preparation by verifying attendance and leave records, helping improve payroll accuracy.
Languages
- English
- Kiswahili
Personal Information
Nationality: Kenyan
Nationality
Kenyan
Hobbies and Interests
- Community & Client Engagement
- Reading
- Travelling
- Sports
- Community engagement
Timeline
Administration Assistant (HR Support Role)
Ndalila & Company Advocates
08.2021 - 11.2025
Assistant Human Resource Officer (Attachment)
Metro Concepts East Africa Company
03.2021 - 06.2021
Diploma in Human Resource Management -
College of Human Resource Management
Certificate in Human Resource Management -
College of Human Resource Management
KCSE -
Goibei Girls High School