Getray A.
Senior HR Operations Specialist
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Getray A. is an experienced HR Operations Specialist with nearly a decade supporting payroll administration, talent acquisition, and workforce compliance in automotive, public healthcare, consulting, and international NGO sectors. At GB Auto Kenya, an East African automotive leader, Getray coordinated end-to-end recruitment, facilitated onboarding of 50+ staff, managed expatriate employment documentation, and led employee benefits administration. In the 650-bed Kenyatta University Teaching, Referral & Research Hospital, Getray processed payroll and benefits for over 2,000 employees and supported the recruitment drive for the hospital’s initial 100 staff during operational launch. Additional experience includes executing large-scale recruitment with Transcend Human Capital and managing HRIS data and USAID donor compliance at Amref Health Africa. Getray has consistently improved HR documentation systems and ensured statutory compliance across multiple sectors.
Experience
Human Resource Generalist
GB Auto Kenya · 2023 — PresentCoordinated recruitment activities that involved advertising vacancies, screening candidates, scheduling interviews, and managing onboarding procedures. Facilitated the hiring and integration of 50 employees across various operational teams. Administered employee performance review cycles, overseeing appraisal timelines and documentation. Processed expatriate employment documentation, including work permit applications and visa processing for immigration compliance. Managed employee benefits administration, including medical insurance enrollment and claims coordination. Organized internal training initiatives aimed at supporting employee development and enhancing workforce engagement. Maintained HR records and personnel documentation, ensuring confidentiality and compliance in workforce data management.Human Resources Assistant
Kenyatta University Teaching, Referral & Research Hospital (KUTRRH) · 2019 — 2023Oversaw payroll processing for various employee categories while ensuring 100% accuracy and adherence to statutory employment requirements. Managed HR operations for a workforce exceeding 2,000 staff members, collaborating with HR leadership on reliable workforce data and documentation. Played a role in the recruitment and onboarding of the hospital's initial 100 employees during the operational launch. Administered medical insurance benefits for over 2,000 employees, facilitating claims coordination. Enhanced employee documentation systems through the implementation of improved HR records management practices. Provided advisory support in response to HR policy inquiries from employees and supervisors. Produced workforce reports and HR documentation to assist HR leadership with staff movement analysis and compliance monitoring.Human Resources Administrator
Transcend Human Capital Ltd (Temporary Assignment) · 2019 — 2019Executed comprehensive recruitment assignments for client organizations, encompassing candidate sourcing, screening, interviewing, and offer coordination. Successfully filled 20 professional positions within six months across diverse client organizations. Maintained organized HR records and personnel documentation to meet compliance with employment standards. Prepared recruitment reports and candidate evaluation summaries to support client hiring decisions. Coordinated logistics for HR consulting workshops and training programs aimed at external client organizations.Human Resources Assistant
Amref Health Africa · 2017 — 2018Assisted in HR operations for donor-funded projects, including programs supported by USAID. Aided in recruitment processes, including job postings, candidate screening, interview coordination, and conducting reference verifications. Coordinated the onboarding and contract administration for project staff, consultants, and volunteers. Processed work permits and visa documentation for expatriate employees, ensuring compliance with Kenyan immigration requirements. Maintained HRIS employee records and supported the administration of leave management. Addressed HR inquiries, offering guidance on HR procedures and documentation needs.Administrative Assistant / Customer Care
World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF) (Temporary Assignment) · 2016 — 2017Provided administrative assistance to departmental leadership, ensuring efficient office operations. Handled stakeholder inquiries and managed customer service requests, resolving client concerns effectively. Maintained departmental documentation and record-keeping systems. Coordinated meetings, schedules, and internal communications among teams.
Skills & Expertise
Education
- Diploma in Human Resource ManagementUniversity of Nairobi · 2015 — Present
- Bachelor of Commerce (BCom)KCA University