Human Resource Manager

Department Section Subsection - Human Resource

Reports To (job) - General Manager

Location/Unit - Nairobi

Main Purpose of the Job - (Job Summary)

Responsible for development, implementation and review of human resources strategies, policies and procedures for the group for efficient and economical utilization of the human capital

Main Responsibilities 

1. Develop the best practice human resource and administration strategies and policies and procedures aimed at achieving the Company’s strategic objectives 

2. Develop and coordinate tailor made staff training and development programs that embed a robust results-driven performance management culture throughout the company to enhance talent management and succession planning 

3. Plan, organize and direct competitive recruitment and selection process to maintain competitive advantage for best skills in the market

4. Maintain a competitive staff motivation and retention policies through effective performance management and compensation strategies 

5. Oversee the development and administration of appropriate integrated Human Resource Information Systems for efficiency and effectiveness of operations

6. Ensure development and implementation of occupational health and safety programs and insurance plans to ensure healthy staff and working environment

7. Develop and manage the preparation of the HR Department’s Budget for continuity of Human resources processes and proper controls

8. Represent management in negotiating collective bargaining agreements, mediation, and arbitration proceedings for good industrial relations.

9. Manage employees discipline and grievance handling procedures in line with the group standard operating procedures to maintain good employee relations.

10. Develop and implement welfare initiatives to achieve staff engagement strategies

11. Monitor international, national and local movements impacting on employment practices for interpreting their implications on the business strategy

2 or 3 Key Deliverables or this position

1. Competitive human resource strategies policies and procedures

2. Controlled cost of labor

3. Engaged employees

Key Indicators

Value of Financial Resources, Revenue, Budgets Other resources

Human Resource budget

Direct Reports (Jobs)

Human Resource Officer

Human Resource Assistant

Administration Assistant

Key Interfaces

Internal

All employees

External

Within Sovereign Group

Human Resource Officer-SGL

External Market

Institute of Human Resource Management

Labor offices

Directorate of Industrial Training

Financial institutions

Insurance providers,

Medical providers

Union

Critical Success Factors for the Job

Job Specifications

Academic Qualifications

• University degree in Human Resource, Social Sciences or related field 

Professional Qualifications

• Higher diploma in Human Resource Management

• Member of the Institute of Human Resource management professionals body (IHRM)

Job Skills

• High understanding of the current Kenya labor laws

• Hands on experience in Human Resource Management Information Systems(HRMIS)

• Ability to communicate orally and in writing in a variety of situations with individuals of diverse backgrounds and culture at various levels

• Excellent reporting skills

• A broad understanding of corporate governance and factors that drive disciplined financial performance

Key Drivers

Values & Behaviors

• Unquestionable integrity and team player 

• Ability to plan, organize and co-ordinate work activities and set priorities to meet deadlines 

• High level of professionalism

Relevant Experience

At least 5   years experience at the same level