Job Overview:
We are seeking to hire a Lead of People & Culture to drive employee relations and foster a culture that promotes growth, productivity, and innovation with a strong emphasis on efficiency, staff ownership, and accountability. This role will play a pivotal role in transforming how our company attracts, develops, and retains talent, aligning with the company’s strategic vision.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Staff safeguarding, welfare, disciplinary actions and grievances
Serve as the organization’s focal point for staff safeguarding, safety, and well-being, coordinating health and safety activities.
Conduct regular staff orientation, refresher, and annual training on HR programs (e.g., HR manual, policies, safeguarding, harassment, benefits).
Culture, Leadership, Growth and Learning:
Lead collaboration, inclusion, equality and organization culture activities, fostering an inclusive office culture in collaboration with the CEO.
Implement policies to improve employee experience and work environment, collaborating with leadership and operations teams.
Staff Engagement:
Develop strategies for talent identification and conduct equitable recruitment and hiring processes.
Serve as HR contact for all employees, enhancing working relationships, morale, productivity, and retention.
Staff Data Management& Filing:
Maintain organized personnel filing system as per HR handbook.
Update and maintain leave records.
Conduct quarterly HR file audits to ensure completeness and organization.
HR Compliance:
Review and update HR policies and documents annually in collaboration with the CEO.
Facilitate exit clearances and terminal benefits calculations.
Leave Management:
Administer all types of leave (annual, sick, maternity/paternity) in compliance with organizational policies and labor laws.
Communications Strategies:
Transparent Communication Channels: Establish clear communication channels such as regular team meetings, town halls, and an open-door policy to encourage dialogue at all levels of the organization.
QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor’s degree in HR, Administration, Management, or related field.
Master’s degree in Human Resources preferred.
Practicing certificate from the IHRM
Training in safeguarding practices required; training in People, Culture, or Coaching an advantage.
Minimum 8 years’ experience, including 2 years in an international NGO leadership role.
Proficiency in recruitment, compensation, benefits, employee relations, and HR practices.
Thorough understanding of Kenya labor laws and compliance requirements.
Professionalism, confidentiality, and tact in handling sensitive issues.
Ability to coordinate and prioritize tasks effectively in a multicultural environment.
Please submit your updated CV to jobs@alternatedoors.co.ke with subject title: LEAD, PEOPLE & CULTURE.
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