Kerio Valley Development Authority Human Capital and Administration Director Job in Kenya

Kerio Valley Development Authority (KVDA) is a state corporation established by an Act of Parliament Cap 441 of 1979 of the laws of Kenya.

It was established to plan and coordinate the implementation of programmes and projects that transcend administrative boundaries of the counties in North Western part of Kenya.
 

The Authority seeks to invite application from suitably qualified individuals for the position of a Director, Human Capital and Administration.
 

Ref: KVDA/1/HC&ADM/2014
 

Reports to the Managing Director

Job Description

• Planning, coordinating and implementing human capital and administration policies, strategies, systems and processes aligned to the KVDA strategic objectives and aligned to local legislature;
• Design, plan, and develop talent acquisition and management through placements, development and retention strategy;
• Reward Structure Design Implement and Manage the Performance Management Framework for the Authority;
• Delivery of identified Training and Development initiatives through assessment of training needs, design and delivery of staff induction, training and development programmes for staff career progression, talent management and succession planning;
• Employee Relations management with the objective of upholding high employee morale, increased productivity and enhancing organizational effectiveness;
• Overseeing implementation of an effective human resource management information system for monitoring, tracking and evaluating employee activities, medical, pension and welfare programmes;
• Management of the Employee Disciplinary and Grievance process;
• Managing and Coordinating the Human Capital and Administration team to ensure efficient delivery of services to the Authority

Knowledge and Skills

• Master’s degree in Human Resource Management / Development, Business Administration, social Sciences, Humanities or other relevant higher degree focusing on the management and development of workforce.
• Post graduate or HND in Human Resource Management.
• Registered with a Human Resource Professional body.
• Possession of good knowledge of the Kenyan labor legislation.
• Commitment to national values and sensitivity to cultural and gender issues
• Minimum ten (10) years’ working experience gained in human resources management particularly change management and four of which should be at a senior level in a reputable institution.

General Competencies
 

The applicant to the above position should possess the following general competencies:

• He/she must be a person of integrity, demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and be a team player.
• A high level of attention to detail, result oriented and able to work under pressure.
• Strong managerial skills, including motivating, developing, coaching and leading team.
• Ability to collaborate with people and organizations of diverse backgrounds.
• Be computer literate
• Ability to work in a team-modulated and collaborative environment.

An attractive remuneration package commensurate with responsibility of the job and experience of the individual will be offered to the right candidate. 

The position will be on a three year renewable contract terms of service.
 

Interested candidates should submit their applications indicating the reference number of the job applied for with a detailed CV and photocopies of all testimonials, ID’s stating their current position, current remuneration level, E-mail, contact address and telephone numbers and address of three referees to reach the undersigned on or before 17th October, 2014

The Managing Director
Kerio Valley Development Authority
P.O. Box 2660 – 30100
Eldoret

N/B KVDA is an equal opportunity employer