Human Resource Manager Job in Kenya

Job Title: Human Resource Manager

Number of Positions Open: 1

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Closing Date: Open Until Filled


A Kenyan based ICT organisation which has been in business for over 21 years making it East Africa’s strongest ICT business houses.

We are well grounded in the East African market comprising regional offices in Kenya (Nairobi, Mombasa and Kisumu), Tanzania (Dar-es-Salaam), Rwanda (Kigali) and Uganda (Kampala) and further possessing a clientele base between 300 and 500 customers and a permanent staff of over 200 employees.

We are looking for an individual who has a more open approach to HR. He needs to be a strategic thinker who will advise the company on high level capacity needs while ensuring that they are not limited by a personnel management way of thinking.

The position is more about strategy and needs assessment rather than daily logistics.

Primary Vacancy Responsibilities

• Develop and implement HR management policies and procedures and monitor all HR activities and practices to ensure compliance.
• Put in place appropriate employment policies and procedures and recruit staff and ensure that new employees receive proper instructions regarding their duties and terms of employment.
• Co-ordinate the performance management process and all related functions including staff appraisal, training planning and implementation and incentive schemes.
• Manage staff relations matters and offer training, advice and general guidance to managers and supervisors on labour laws and related market practices so as to ensure a harmonious work environment.
• Oversee and coordinate all HR activities including the welfare and disciplinary matters.
• Handle staff grievances in a prompt, conscientious manner while paying heed to the company’s business needs and policies.

Education, Requirements & Experience

• A Degree in Business or Social Science degree from a reputable institution (Psychology or Human Resource background will give an added advantage.
• Higher National Diploma Human Resources Management
• At least 5 years progressive job related experience with at least 2 years or more in a Managerial role.
• A corporate governance background will give an added advantage.

Key Competencies

• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation and communication skills
• Team player and strong leadership and management skills
• Planning and facilitation skills
• Analytical and strategic abilities
• Ability to manage complex priorities
• Computer literacy and familiarity with standard office computer applications
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

Company Affairs

• Represent the company on all dispute resolution matters with labor, courts and lawyers.
• Maintain a record data base of disciplinary cases year on year with the purpose of advising directors of training material defects and assessing overall performance of staff by areas.
• Advise Directors on legal matters pertaining to Employment.
• Advise Directors on matters of Occupational health and safety
• Oversee the smooth daily operations of company affaires in consultation with other Managers in the absence of the Directors.

Skills and Requirements

• Education – Degree in Human Resources or Diploma in HR
• Mature, non-aggressive but firm
• Leadership skills, Integrity & Trust

How to Apply

Interested candidates holding the necessary requirements, good performance and / or references are encouraged to apply with detailed CVs, inclusive of names and contacts of 3 referees, current telephone number and email address by:

Sending CV’s to recruiter@personnelresource.com

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

“Personnel Resource is an equal opportunity employer”

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