Our client, a professional governing body in Kenya, wishes to recruit a highly competent, passionate, dedicated and results-oriented professional to fill the position of Deputy Director Human Resource & Administration.

Reporting to the Director Corporate Services, the Deputy Director Human Resource & Administration is responsible for providing strategic leadership and oversight in human resource management, organizational development, workforce planning, talent management, performance management, employee relations, learning and development, compensation and benefits administration, and administrative support services. The position ensures that the Council attracts, develops, motivates, and retains a competent workforce capable of delivering its strategic mandate.

Duties and responsibilities shall entail:

• Coordinate development, implementation, review, and monitoring of Human Resource and Administration policies, procedures, frameworks, and strategies.
• Lead workforce planning, staffing analysis, succession planning, and talent management initiatives.
• Coordinate recruitment, selection, induction, deployment, promotion, transfer, and separation processes.
• Oversee implementation of performance management systems, performance contracts, staff appraisals, and performance improvement initiatives.
• Coordinate employee learning and development programmes, training needs assessments, mentorship, and leadership development initiatives.
• Oversee employee relations, disciplinary processes, grievance management, conflict resolution, and industrial relations matters.
• Administer staff compensation, payroll, pensions, gratuity schemes, medical insurance, and employee welfare programmes.
• Maintain staff establishment records, job descriptions, organizational structures, and human resource information systems.
• Coordinate job evaluation, organizational design, and career progression initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with labour laws, public service regulations, governance requirements, and human resource policies.
• Coordinate administration services including records management, office administration, transport, fleet management, workplace safety, and outsourced services.
• Promote staff engagement, wellness, diversity, inclusion, and workplace productivity initiatives.
• Coordinate preparation of departmental budgets, procurement plans, work plans, and performance reports.
• Support implementation of HR automation, digital transformation, and human resource information systems.
• Supervise, mentor, coach, and evaluate staff within the Department.

The candidate must have:

• At least ten (10) years' experience at a senior management level in Human Resource Management and Administration.
• Demonstrated results in work performance.
• Proven experience in workforce planning, talent management, employee relations, and performance management.

Required

• Strategic Human Resource Management.
• Workforce Planning and Talent Management.
• Labor Laws and HR Compliance.
• Leadership and Change Management.
• Employee Relations and Conflict Resolution.
• Communication and Interpersonal Skills.

Added Advantage

• HR Analytics and Data Management.
• Digital HR and HRIS Management.
• Learning and Development.
• Report Writing and Presentation Skills.
• Problem Solving and Decision Making.
• Emotional Intelligence.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit their applications exclusively through the My Jobs in Kenya recruitment portal by visiting www.myjobsinkenya.com and following the application instructions for the respective position.

Applications submitted through email, hand delivery, postal mail, or any other means shall not be considered.

Applicants experiencing any challenges with the online application process may contact My Jobs in Kenya on 0710 886 588 during official working hours for assistance.

Applications must be received on or before the advertised closing date and time.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND AFFIRMATIVE ACTION

The Council and My Jobs in Kenya are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to the principles of fairness, merit, inclusivity, diversity, and equal access to employment opportunities.

In accordance with the Constitution of Kenya, 2010, the Public Service (Values and Principles) Act, and applicable Government policies, women, youth, persons living with disabilities (PWDs), marginalized and minority communities, and individuals from underrepresented groups who meet the specified requirements are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Council is committed to maintaining a diverse workforce that reflects the people of Kenya while promoting equity, integrity, professionalism, and excellence in public service.

CHAPTER SIX OF THE CONSTITUTION

Successful candidates will be required to satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010 by submitting valid clearance certificates from the following institutions before appointment:

• Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)
• Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC)
• Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) – Certificate of Good Conduct
• Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
• A Credit Reference Bureau (CRB) licensed by the Central Bank of Kenya

IMPORTANT NOTICE

• Canvassing in any form shall lead to automatic disqualification.
• Any form of lobbying or undue influence during the recruitment process is prohibited.
• Providing false, misleading, or inaccurate information at any stage of the recruitment process shall result in automatic disqualification and may lead to further legal or administrative action.
• The Council reserves the right not to make any appointment following this advertisement without assigning any reason.

DATA PRIVACY NOTICE

By submitting an application through the My Jobs in Kenya recruitment portal, applicants consent to the collection, processing, and use of their personal information solely for purposes of this recruitment exercise and in accordance with the Data Protection Act, 2019. Personal information will be handled confidentially and will only be shared where required by law or for purposes directly related to the recruitment process.