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Specialist, Employee Relations at Save the Children
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Nairobi 🇰🇪 Kenya
Posted 6 days ago (21 Oct 2026) Deadline: 9 Nov 2026 Updated about 4 hours ago
Job Description
The Employee Relations Specialist leads investigations and provides guidance on complex workplace issues to ensure fair and compliant outcomes for Save the Children. The role advises managers, manages risk throughout the investigation lifecycle and develops recommendations to strengthen organisational practices. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential.
Qualifications & Requirements
- • BA/BSc/HND or equivalent degree
- • Significant experience leading employee relations investigations and providing strategic advice
- • Strong knowledge of employment law and HR best practices
- • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Required Skills
Responsibilities
- • Lead and manage complex employee relations investigations, including grievances and disciplinary matters
- • Provide expert advice and strategic guidance to managers and HR teams on employee relations issues
- • Ensure investigations comply with organisational policies, legal requirements and Save the Children values
- • Develop evidence‑based findings and recommendations to address root causes and prevent recurrence
- • Identify and assess risks throughout the investigation process and implement mitigation measures
- • Build capability within HR teams and managers through coaching, mentoring and knowledge sharing
- • Maintain accurate documentation and produce high‑quality investigation reports
- • Coordinate with global HR and ensure alignment with international standards