Senior Human Resources Manager

Job Summary:
The incumbent will be responsible for all aspects of Human Resources. S/he will lead in the development and implementation of HR strategy, policies and best practices and support the HR function in full compliance with the labour law.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
HR Policies, Procedures and adherence to Best Practice

Lead in developing HR strategy, aligned with the country strategic plan, that places staff development and welfare at the core of our staff engagement
Develop and implement strategies to deliver on key organizational HR objectives such as change, diversity, equality, inclusion, value based organizational culture and employee wellbeing.
Advise management on emerging trends and practices and how these could be adapted to the organization context
Responsible for ensuring that all HR policies and procedures are compliant with Kenyan labour law and aligned to HR best practices

Talent acquisition and Management

Develop and implement workforce planning and other initiatives that are aligned with the overall organization strategy to attract and retain the best talent
Develop and implement a comprehensive onboarding and induction process for new employees and their management and support throughout the employee life cycle.
Oversee implementation of employee engagement, learning and development, performance management, career and succession planning initiatives etc.

Reward & Benefits Administration

HR budget preparation as part of the Concern budgeting process for annual and budget revisions
Lead salary surveys and data analysis to inform reviews of salaries and benefits packages to ensure that the organization pay and benefits package is competitive.
Oversee the administration of staff benefits (medical, life and accident cover, pension, leave etc.)
Lead on all national staff payroll processing using HR software.

Learning, Training & Development

Create and implement learning and development programs and initiatives, and institutionalize constructive feedback mechanisms.
Advise management in conducting effective performance development reviews, succession planning, career and professional growth.
Train, coach, mentor and appraise direct reports to optimize their potential

Staff Relations

Provide support to managers on employee relations ensuring that all matters are dealt in a fair and consistent manner.
Develop coordinated and consistent approaches that strengthen staff representation mechanisms for staff engagement
Advise on appropriate actions for prevention and response to legal issues.
Act as focal person and the champion for the Concern Kenya Safeguarding agenda.

Staff Separation

Conducting and analyzing exit interviews/debriefs and making recommendations for organizational improvement

Documentation, Reporting and Representation

Ensure delivery of HR services in a timely and efficient manner by utilizing HRMIS.
Oversee proper document archiving for ease of storage and retrieval in line with Data Act and organization policies on information management and disposal.
Prepare periodic performance and progress reports.
Represent Concern & serve on committees/teams/tasks forces as appropriate
Coordinate organization events including staff meetings, recognition and team building
Respond to staff queries and prepare staff communications, as needed
Process and track Nairobi based expatriates’ visas, permits and passes.

Others

Adhere to and promote the standards outlined in the Concern Code of Conduct and associated policies to their team, beneficiaries, and be committed to providing a safe working environment
Participating and contributing towards Concern’s emergency response, as and when necessary
Take all possible measures to meet Core Humanitarian Standards (CHS)

Person Specification
Minimum Education, Qualifications & Experience Required:

A Degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, Organisational Development or relevant field
Professional Certification in Human Resource Management
At least seven (7) years’ experience in a similar role
At least 3 years of HR function management with an international NGO
Proven experience in the use HRMIS and related computer applications

Preference will be given to candidates who have:

High integrity and demonstrated ability to follow standards and policies
Excellent people management, analytical, problem solving, negotiation, interpersonal and communication skills.
Strong leadership and management skills.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in an individual capacity and as part of a team and an ability to multi-task.
Fluent in both spoken and written English and Kiswahili.

Interested candidates, who meet the above requirements, should send a detailed CV with three referees and Cover Letter Only to nairobi.hr@concern.net with the subject of the email as “Senior Human Resources Manager ’’ on or before Thursday, 16th March 2023 “. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interview

Apply via :

nairobi.hr@concern.net