Human Resources Manager Career in Nairobi, Kenya

Job Title: Human Resources Manager

Job Code: HRM/DPC/130819
 

Number of Positions Open: 1

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Summary:

Our client is recruiting a Human Resource Manager for one of its clients a co-education institution that offers both the International Baccalaureate and the North American Diploma.  

Job Objective:
 

In general, the incumbent will be responsible for overseeing staff requirements and ensuring compliance with the Employment Act, Legislation and the client’s Board policies 

Primary Responsibilities:

• Ensuring compliance with immigration regulations for obtaining statutory work documents e.g. work permits, passes and reentry permits;
• Coordinating meetings for non-teaching staff as and when the need arises;
• Preparing the annual budget for the Human Resource Department;
• Supervising the reviewing and preparation of employees’ handbooks
• Chairing the staff welfare meetings;
• Facilitating and supervising the recruitments to maintain high standards of professionalism;
• In charge of the salaries and remuneration of the client  – to ensure annual reviews and advice the Director to ensure they remain competitive;
• In charge of inducting of new hires and ensure soft landing for all foreign employees;
• Supervise performance appraisals and administer leaves; and
• Representing the client at industrial courts in case of any labor disputes

Skills and Certification:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources or other relevant field;
• Experience working in a multi-cultural environment is a MUST;
• Exposure and/or experience in North America (E.g. Work experience, education, familiarity with US Payroll and tax laws) is an added advantage;
• Experience in a learning institution is preferred;
• Possess effective communication, presentation, leadership and relationship building skills;
• Superior employee relations skills -an active listener, compassionate and very understanding; and
• Demonstrate the passion for service delivery

Experience: A minimum of five  (5) years’ experience in a similar role;
 

How to Apply:

Interested candidates holding the necessary requirements, good performance and / or references are encouraged to apply with detailed CV’s, inclusive of names and contacts of 3 referees, current telephone number and email address by scrolling down and clicking on: Human Resources Manager