About the role
SOKO is looking for a skilled and motivated Human Resources and Administration Manager who will contribute towards achieving SOKO’s strategic objectives. The incumbent will also be in charge of all other HR functions including office administration services.
Key Responsibilities
Building and Implementing HR Strategies
Develop and implement the annual HR business plan derived from the overall Strategic Plan
Provide human resource input and support to strategic planning and management process
Provide advice on the most efficient and cost-effective methods of manpower sourcing
Develop and implement staff motivation and retention initiatives to ensure staff are highly engaged while managing employee relations and grievance process
Proactively plan for human resources and manage the recruitment and selection of staff
Recruiting and Onboarding
Timely issuance of employment contracts to new employees and renewal of approved expired contracts
Manages talent acquisition process, including sourcing, testing, interviewing, hiring and on-boarding
Undertake periodic review of human resource policies and procedures and recommend necessary attention
Create and/or update the compensation strategy through market analysis and pay surveys
People Management
Coordinate, monitor and evaluate performance management, appraisal processes, and career development activities
Facilitate periodic job evaluation and training needs assessment to improve service delivery
Deliver compensation and benefit comparison report to the executive team
Come up with new ways to measure employee morale and determine methods for improving overall employee satisfaction
Act as liaison between the company and outside legal and professional resources to ensure that all employment policies follow current laws and regulations
Manage the employee training programs and learning and development programs.
Ensure effective management of grievance handling and disciplinary procedures
Ensure company Mission & Vision are effectively communicated and adhered to
Administration Support
Manage staff welfare programs which include staff pension, medical scheme and group insurance scheme
Maintain up to date Human resource database and HRMIS
Identify business needs and deliver HR initiatives as required
Coordinate and supervise the administrative functions of the organization including security services, reception, administration staff, management of the office premises, facilities and all office equipment and property and ensure safety in the workplace and provision of working tools
Does this sound like you?
Bachelors’ degree in Human Resources Management or social sciences
Higher Diploma in HRM
Member of IHRM or other recognized HR bodies
At least 10 years of relevant experience
Able to manage a team of +65 and growing
Able to manage a very young team
Conversant with relevant HR systems
Conversant with Kenya labor laws and is able to translate them
Experience with global company preferred
