SOS Children’s Villages Kenya (SOS CV
KE) is an affiliate of SOS Children’s Villages (SOS CV) International whose
mission is to build families for children in need, help them shape their own
futures and share in the development of their communities.
In Kenya, the organisation runs five Children’s Villages in Nairobi, Mombasa, Eldoret, Meru and Kisumu. SOS Children’s Villages Kenya also runs education and health institutions and works with local communities through Families Strengthening Programs.
We seek to recruit a suitably
qualified person for the following position:
In Kenya, the organisation runs five Children’s Villages in Nairobi, Mombasa, Eldoret, Meru and Kisumu. SOS Children’s Villages Kenya also runs education and health institutions and works with local communities through Families Strengthening Programs.
Human Resource & Administration
Manager – National Office Nairobi
Key Functions of the Job
The Human Resource &
Administration Manager will act as a strategic partner, provide technical
expertise and guidance and overall coordination of the functional areas:
Recruitment, Induction and
Onboarding, Payroll Management, Record
Management,Performance Management,
Learning and Development, Employee Relations and Compensation.
S/he will undertake various duties
which include but are not limited to:
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Reviews human resources management
practices on a continuous basis, and develops new strategies and policies,
which enhance the long-term commitment of the staff.
·
Review and monitor the annual human
resource budget and ensure effective implementation of the national human
resource strategy.
·
Human Resource Planning for all staff
to ensure that all staff are optimally utilized
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Co-ordinate staff Recruitment &
Selection, Orientation & Placement to respective departments
·
Take lead in Providing support,
guidance and counsel to staff at all levels. Ensures open communication
channels are maintained at all times.
·
Promotes good working relationships
in the organization by providing guidance and advice to management and
employees on the appropriate policies and procedures with regards to
disciplinary cases.
·
Liaise closely with external legal
counsel as required and manage labour disputes with employer bodies, government
agencies and labour relation authorities.
·
Co-ordinate and advice the National
Director and the Board on best available options when matters regarding labour
disputes arise.
·
Lead in implementing a vibrant
performance management system in the organization to achieve quality and
operational efficiency.
·
Designs and supports relevant
learning and development programs for all staff in order to ensure staff are
provided with adequate opportunities for self- improvement and progression
within the organisation.
·
Oversee the implementation of
Compensation and Benefit strategies by coordinating periodic salary surveys,
satisfaction and engagement surveys and designing compensation packages that
motive staff.
Required Qualifications / Abilities
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Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources
Management OR An alternate Bachelor’s degree with a Post Graduate Diploma in
Human Resources Management from reputable institutions.
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Minimum eight (8) years’ relevant
professional experience with three years in a senior/supervisory role, prefarably
in an NGO set up
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A masters degree in Human Resource
Management or equivalent disicipline will be an added advantage
·
Certified Human Resource (CHRP) Level
II and III will be an added advantage
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A member in good standing of
Institute of Human Resources Management Kenya, with a valid practicing
certificate
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Have the ability to influence and
partner with different levels of staff in the organization to build and
maintain a positive work environment.
·
Excellent knowledge in core human
resources functions and a strong grasp of employment legislation and
regulations in Kenya.
·
Demonstrated Ability to analyze
situations and take corrective actions
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Excellent quality, attention to
detail, & organizational skills
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Commitment to process of continuous
improvement.
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Valid certificate of Good Conduct
If you believe your experience,
competencies and qualifications match the job and role specifications
described; send your application letter(stating current and expected pay) &
updated CV(with details of at least 3 referees one of which must be immediate
former employer) addressed to the National Director to reach us on or before
20th May 2019 by email to:
recruitment@soskenya.org
Only short listed candidates will be
contacted.
SOS Children’s Villages Kenya is an
equal opportunity employer and its Recruitment Policy addresses itself to the
core values of best practice, diversity and equality.