ActionAid International Head of Human Resource (Organizational Development and Essential Services) Job in Kenya

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Head of Human Resource, Organizational Development and Essential Services

Reporting to the Executive Director, the Head of Human Resources, Organisational Development and Essential Services (HRODS) shall be responsible for overall coordination and management of human resource, administration and organisation development functions in ActionAid International Kenya (AAIK) In addition, the HRODS shall be responsible for supervision of information technology, procurement and logistics functions in the organisation. 

The holder of the position is a member of senior management team and is expected to ensure organizational efficiency and effectiveness through participation in decision making, advising on HROD activities in the organisation, communication and implementation of agreed upon decisions. 
 

Specific Responsibilities
 

Human Resource Management

• Development, implementation and interpretation of Human Resource strategies, policies, procedures and systems that are  consistent and in harmony with the Kenya labour laws, Global HR/OD framework and other AAIK policies;
• Formulation and implementation of  human resource strategies and plans that are aligned to country strategy paper and priorities;
• Management of manpower planning, recruitment, selection, induction, orientation, confirmation, promotion, disciplinary and termination processes within AAIK;
• Development and implementation of performance management systems for all staff in AAIK including facilitation of performance appraisal, provision of feedback and initiation of corrective actions;
• Formulation and implementation of remuneration strategy, policies and procedures including ensuring payment of salaries and benefits to employees, carrying out regular reviews to ensure external competitiveness and internal equity;
• Development and implementation of employee welfare and wellness services including medical schemes, insurance, security,  pension and work life balance;
• Facilitation of  training needs assessment, staff training and development;
• Formulation and implementation of  human resource information systems and ensuring accuracy, security and availability of information thereof; and
• Implementation of global and regional HR initiatives including local and international initiatives in developing and improving gender equality within HR/OD systems.

Organizational Development

• Promotion of AAIK’s mission, vision, values, principles and culture within and without the organisation;
• Development and implementation of an effective and efficient  organizational structures that supports achievement of CSP and  agreed AAIK’s decision making, authority and accountability approaches;
• Undertake continuous assessment of leadership, organizational and staff capacity and to provide corrective measures of any identified gaps;
• Initiate, catalyze and/or facilitate change and transformation processes within the organisation programme, operations and  development areas/initiatives;
• Development and implementation of programmes for full employee engagement and participation in implementing organisation strategies, plans and priorities;
• Facilitate development and integration of country, functional and programme structures, operating frameworks, strategies, systems and plans;
• Assessment of organizational, inter-organizational and intra organizational linkages and to facilitate development and implementation of change initiatives required to ensure harmony and operational efficiency;
• Participate in the ALPS processes as they relate to the country program e.g. PRRPs, peer reviews, country appraisals;
• Develop and implement programmes to enhance ability of the AAIK and Partners to implement Country Strategy Paper and programmes;
• Development and promotion of an organizational culture and climate that promote AAIK’s values, behaviour and attitudes, ALPS principles within the Affiliate Programme and partners;
• Handling of individual and teams conflicts and grievances within the organisation;
• Implementation of global and regional OD initiatives in the organisation.

Administration, Procurement and Information Technology

• Overseeing formulation and implementation of policies, systems and procedures governing administration, procurement, Iinfomration Technology , logistics and front office operations within the organisation in order to promote organizational efficiency and effectiveness;
• Coordination of outsourced services;
• Overseeing the provision of logistic services in the organisation; and
• Availing necessary administrative requirements to every office.

Staff Management, Development and Performance Measurement

• Ensuring efficient and effective management of staff within the Department taking into account staff skills and leave allowance;
• Undertake performance appraisal for staff in the Department and initiation of correction actions for identified gaps;
• Undertaking training of staff within the Department;
• Development of organizational wide performance measurement and impact assessment indicators;
• Participate in Board and committee meetings and give necessary support and information.

Appointment to the position will be made from persons who have;

• An MBA or a masters degree in Organization development/Human Resource Management/Strategic Management or its equivalent from a recognized University;
• Have at least ten (10) years working experience in human resource management/ organisation development function in an INGO or a large organization of which at least five (5) years must have been at senior management position;
• Is a member of relevant professional body e.g. IHRM, ICPS;
• Has good knowledge of Kenya Labour laws and employee relations systems;
• Proven experience in leading, supporting and motivating staff and teams.
• Strong conceptual, analytical, written, presentation and negotiation skills;
• Excellent management, leadership, planning and prioritization skills;
• High degree of integrity, dependability and confidentiality;
• Good interpersonal and communication skills coupled with ability to influence, negotiate, advice, mentor  and train;
• Multi- tasking skills and ability to think strategically; and
• High level of IT proficiency in use of MS Word, Excel, Access, Power-point, e-mail, Desktop Publishing packages.

To apply, CLICK HERE to submit your application; for any queries, kindly direct the same to hresources.kenya@actionaid.org 

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

ActionAid is an equal opportunities employer. 

Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply.

Closing date for applications Monday, October 27, 2014 (All day)