Government Jobs in Kenya – Garissa

Human Resource Management Director

Pursuant to the provisions of Article 235 of the Constitution and Sections 59(b) and 63 of County Governments Act, 2012, the Garissa County Public Service Board wishes to recruit competent and qualified persons to fill the following vacant positions;
Individuals applying for these positions must be Kenyan Citizens, with the qualification, skills and experience as outlined in the detailed job description for the position you are applying for.
You will also be conversant with the constitution of Kenya and all the devolution laws, demonstrate understanding and commitment to national values and principles of governance as outlined in articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010, and satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 on leadership and integrity. Also of importance is a clearly demonstrated understanding of both the county and national goals, policies development strategies as well as Vision 2030.
All applications should include a copy of your National Identity Card/Passport, copies of Academic and Professional
Certificates, testimonials, registrations, and current statutory clearances: KRA, HELB, EACC, CRB and CID (certificate of good conduct).

Duties

The Officer will be responsible to the County Secretary to the County Government of Garissa for planning, organization, coordination and administration of all human resource activities within the County
·         Performing liaison duties with the County Secretary and the County Public Service Board on implementation of human resource management policies, rules and regulations
·         Analyzing the effectiveness of the human resource policies, rules and regulations.
·         Advising the authorized officer on the delegated powers and ensuring their implementation;
·         Maintaining professional human resource management standards in the County;
·         Advising on succession management/human resource planning and utilization of human resources;
·         Advising on career development; advising the County Government on general Government policies on human resource management; and
·         Interpretation of Labour Laws and other statutes that impact on the human resource in a Department.
·         Secretary to the County Human Resource Advisory Committee (CHRAC) meeting
·         Review work processes with a view to enhancing efficiency and effectiveness in service delivery.
·         Take leadership in the development and implementation of Human Resource Planning and Training and Capacity building for the county.
·         Manage the on-boarding/employee orientation process for new employees.
·         Undertake regular skills auditing and maintain a skills inventory for the County.
·         Develop a frame work for handling disciplinary matters.
·         Facilitate, coordinate and monitor the implementation of performance management systems.
·         Secretary to the County Human Resource Advisory Committee (CHRAC) meetings
·         Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time by the County Secretary

Requirements

·         A Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences/Human Resources/Public Administration
·         Have at least 8 years’ experience in Human Resource Management, Management Consultancy Organization Development, Public Administration and 3 years of which should have been at senior management position
·         Possess a practicing license from the Institute of Human Resource Management Kenya or its equivalent
·         Be proficient in the application of information communication technology.


Human Resource Management Deputy Director
Pursuant to the provisions of Article 235 of the Constitution and Sections 59(b) and 63 of County Governments Act, 2012, the Garissa County Public Service Board wishes to recruit competent and qualified persons to fill the following vacant positions;
Individuals applying for these positions must be Kenyan Citizens, with the qualification, skills and experience as outlined in the detailed job description for the position you are applying for.
You will also be conversant with the constitution of Kenya and all the devolution laws, demonstrate understanding and commitment to national values and principles of governance as outlined in articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010, and satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 on leadership and integrity. Also of importance is a clearly demonstrated understanding of both the county and national goals, policies development strategies as well as Vision 2030.

All applications should include a copy of your National Identity Card/Passport, copies of Academic and Professional
Certificates, testimonials, registrations, and current statutory clearances: KRA, HELB, EACC, CRB and CID (certificate of good conduct).
Duties
Reporting to the County Director of Human Resource Management the candidate will be responsible for;
·         In liason with the County Director of Human Resource Management the Deputy Director will coordinate training, staff development and capacity-building function in the County;
·         Prepare human resource departmental training budget;
·         Establish policy guidelines, interpreting them and providing advice on human resource development issues;
·         Review, design and interpretation of human resource development policies;
·         Facilitate communication of any changes to prevailing HR development policies to all affected county departments;
·         Facilitate in-house training to ensure employees understand the rationale underpinning policy change and monitor its successful implementation;
·         Advise on proper staff complement utilization, making proposals on human capital optimization and succession management;
·         Provide technical advice to County Training Committees (CTCs), establish linkages and liaise with public training institutions/providers for staff training.
·         Conduct Training Needs Analysis (TNA) for county staff and plan for individual and group trainings;
·         Analyse staff performance and career progression trends and factors and make appropriate recommendations ensuring compliance to agreed career plans;
·         Ensure correct interpretation and implementation of human resource development policies, rules and regulations including those relating to training an individual after he/she is first hired, providing opportunities to learn new skills, distributing resources that are beneficial for the employee’s tasks and any other developmental activities;
·         Supervise, guide, counsel, mentor and ensure development of staff.
·         Assist in the implementation of training evaluation mechanisms and systems;
·         Supervise staff in the unit for effective work performance;
·         Facilitate the audit of HR development activities in the County.
·         Assist in budgeting for human resource management function.
·         Perform other duties as assigned by the County Director HRM
Requirements
·         A Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences/Human Resources/Public Administration
·         Be a member of, and in good standing with a relevant professional HRM body.
·         Have at least 5 years’ experience in Human Resource Management, Management Consultancy Organization Development, Public Administration and 1 year of which should have been at senior management position in the Public Service or equivalent experience in the private sector.
·         Be proficient in the application of information communication technology.
·         Proficiency in Integrated Payroll and Personnel Database (IPPD) will be an added advantage
How to Apply
Applications, should be sent or submitted in a sealed envelope clearly marked on the left-hand side, the position being applied for and addressed to:
The Secretary/CEO
County Public Service Board
P.O. Box 563-70100
Garissa
Email Address: garissacpsb@gmail.com
The County Public Service Board Office is located at the Urban Planning Offices (former Municipal Council) along Airstrip Road.
Visit www.garissa.go.ke for the detailed job descriptions and requirements.
All applications should reach us on or before Friday July 13, 2018. Please note that:
·         Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification
·         Only short listed candidates will be contacted;
·         Garissa County is an equal opportunity employer that values and encourages applications from women and persons with special needs