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Independent Associate H.R. Consultant & Generalist Job in Kenya

Job Title: Independent Associate H.R Consultant & Generalist 
 
Reports To: The Team Leader 

Role Objective: To ensure smooth operations of the company are maintained throughout and assist with the administration of the day-to-day operations of the human resources functions and duties at the respective client

The holder of this post must have an Entrepreneurial Mindset and preferably experienced in a manufacturing or engineering firm.
 
Duties and Responsibilities

  • Able to conduct a Human Capital Audit.
  • Able to develop a man power plan or have a good understanding of it
  • Must have great understanding of the Labour laws and DIT related laws
  • Able to develop tailored and accurate job descriptions
  • It will be his or her duty to implement the Job Descriptions
  • Must have experience or excellent understanding of Performance Appraisal
  • Able to provide sound and professional advice and assistance when conducting staff performance evaluations
  • Must be able to conduct Training Needs Analysis, and inform the Head office on the findings and assist in organizing the  staff training sessions, workshops and activities
  • Provide basic counseling to staff who have performance related obstacles
  • Developing the Leave administration and monitor daily attendance.
  • Compile and prepare reports and documents pertaining personnel activities and performance
  • Have excellent understanding on Personnel filing
  • Continuously examine employee files to answer inquiries and provide information for personnel activities
  • Must have great understanding regarding the Human Resources Manual and how to maintain it.
  • Able to explain the company’s personnel policies, benefit and procedures to employees or job applicants.
  • Process and view employment applicants to evaluate qualifications or eligibility of applicants
  • Process, verify, record and attend to personnel related grievance, performance evaluations, and employee leaves of absence.
  • Identify staff vacancies and plan for the recruitment and execute once approval is given
  • Arrange and attend departmental meetings in liaison with the Head of departments
  • Provide advice and recommendations on disciplinary actions
  • Prepare, develop and implement procedures and policies on staff recruitment.
  • Provide feedback to the management on how to enhance a better and cordial working environment
  • Maintain employee files and the HR filing system
  • Plan and conduct new employee orientation to foster positive attitude toward organizational objectives
  • Advice on the work activities of staff relating to employment compensation and labour laws.
  • Serve as a link between management and employees by advising on queries and making a report of them, interpreting and administering Human Resources related contracts and helping resolve work-related problems
  • Identify training needs and/or skills gap in employees and advice the Head office of Dafina Consultants Ltd on the need for a training need analysis as well as the client
Must prepare the following reports;
  1. Daily Activity reports
  2. Monthly progress report    
  3. Weekly progress report
  4. Quarterly development report
Working Knowledge of the following HR Disciplines is Required:

Recruitment and Selection
  • Ability to work well with others both as a member of a group and as a leader who gets things done through others
  • Proven ability to plan and manage complex administrative activities and processes
  • Knowledge of organization, operating procedures, and policies of the human resource department
  • Knowledge of techniques of interviewing, selecting and recruiting applicants.
  • Knowledge of modern office procedures and processes
  • Able to motivate individuals in achieving goals and objectives
  • Performance management
  • Conflict management
  • Building high performance teams
  • Employee relations
  • Labour Laws
Skills Set Needed
  • Must be outgoing and self-motivated with a strong desired to excel; and the ability to lead others
  • Excellent communication skills and ‘people’ skills
  • Good negotiation skills
  • Must have strong time-management skills and ability to multitask and maintain focus and discipline
  • A confident and positive attitude
  • Ability to prepare reports, and proposal policies and procedures
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet targets
  • Good organizational and administrative skills
  • The ability to work well in a team.
  • Must be highly proficient in Microsoft Office, the Internet and computer aptitude
Desirable
  • Minimum Diploma in HR
  • Minimum 2yrs experience in a relevant position
Disclaimer
 
Candidates who do not meet the minimum requirements stated above need not apply.
 
Those fulfilling the requirements of the positions should email
  • Their Detailed CVs,
  • Indicating Your Availability
  • Current & Expected Salary
On the Subject line clearly indicate “Associate H.R. Consultant”.  

E-mail to: philip@dafinaconsultants.com