Manager, Human Resource and Administration, Job in Kenya

Manager, Human Resource and Administration,

Job purpose

Reporting to Managing Commissioner, the successful candidate will be responsible for development, implementation, review of policies, strategies, regulations and procedures on Human Resource Management and Administration.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

  • Develop, Implement and Review Human Resource and Administration Policies, Standards, Guidelines, Regulations and Procedures
  • Custodian of approved Human Resource documents including  the Organization Structure, Career  Guidelines, Staff Allowances, Establishment &Human Resources Policy Manual;
  • Coordinate Human Resource training and development programmes;
  • Develop, review and coordinate implementation of performance management system;
  • Coordinating staff recruitment, selection, placement, administration and management of transport;
  • Provides technical advice on Human resources issues and regulatory framework;
  • Initiate the development and implementation of compensation and benefits schemes;
  • Implement human resource management rules and regulations and compliance with labour laws;
  • Manage payroll;
  • Lead the formulation of organizational development and change management initiatives;
  • Manage Human Resource planning and succession management;
  • Promote cordial employee relations, values and work ethics in the Commission;
  • Develop and manage staff welfare schemes such as Group Personal Life and accident, medical or insurance schemes; and
  • Develop and maintain Human Resource Management Information System;
  • Coordination and management of office accommodation and equipment, telephone services, transport services, registry services, security and records management;
  • Management of the Commission’s fleet and equipment; and
  • Ensure compliance with Human Resource and Administration statutory and regulatory requirements.

The ideal candidate must possess the following:


  • Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines: – Human Resource Management, Human Resource Development, Industrial Relations, Business Administration, Transport and Logistics, Social Sciences or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
  • Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: – Human Resource
  • Management, Public Administration, Business Administration, Transport and Logistics, Social Sciences or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
  • Membership to a relevant professional body in good standing; Served in the grade of Assistant Manager or in a comparable and relevant position of which must have been at a senior management level
  • Certificate in Leadership Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
  • Proficiency in computer application skills;
  • Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution;
  • Demonstrated professional, managerial and administrative competence as reflected in work performance and results; and
  • Exhibited a thorough understanding of national goals, policies, objectives and ability to relate them to proper management of the Human Resource and Administration function.

How to Apply

The envelope should be marked “CONFIDENTIAL” and indicate the REFERENCE NUMBER of the position applied for and be addressed to.

The Managing Commissioner
Kenya Meat Commission
P.O Box 2-00204
ATHI RIVER.

Online applications should be sent to: hr@kenyameat.co.ke

All applications (Hard/ soft) must be received by close of business 21 April 2023.

Kenya Meat Commission is an equal opportunity employer.  Minorities and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Canvassing will result in automatic disqualification. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.