Deputy Director, Human Resource Management
Job Specifications
The duties and
responsibilities of the officer will entail:-
Providing leadership in development
and implementation of human resource management and development strategy,
policies and procedures;
Roll out of organization culture
change programes
Analyzing staffing levels for
effective succession planning;
Overseeing human resource planning;
Providing secretariat to the Human
Resource Management Advisory Committee;
Developing, recommending and ensuring
effective implementation of staff compensation and rewards systems;
Ensuring implementation of health and
safety programs;
Promoting development of staff welfare
programs;
Custodian of staff records;
Overseeing the development and
implementation of an effective staff performance management system
Ensuring development and
implementation of the Training and Development Plan;
Coordinating initiatives aimed at
achieving strategic objectives of the organization; and
Preparing and implementing the
Departmental work plan and budget.
Person Specifications
For appointment to this
grade, a candidate must have:-
At least ten (10) years relevant work
experience four (4) of which should have been in management position;
Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource
Management, Human Resource Development,
Human Resource Planning, Education,
Public\Business Administration, Commerce (HR Option), Government or any other
relevant qualification from a recognized Institution;
Masters in Human Resource Management
Industrial Relations, Education, Business
Administration, or equivalent qualification
from a recognized institution;
Diploma in any of the following
disciplines; Human Resource Management, Personnel
Management, Human Resource
Development, Industrial Relations, Labour Relations or any other relevant
and equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
OR
Post Graduate Diploma in Human
Resource Management from recognized institution.
Registration with the Institute of
Human Resource Management;
Valid Practicing License;
Demonstrated professional competence
and administrative capability as reflected in work performance and results; and
Fulfill the requirements of Chapter
Six (6) of the Constitution.
Key Skills and Competencies
Strategic thinking
Analytical skills
Strong communication and reporting
skills
Strong managerial skills and ability
to lead teams
Mentoring, coaching and leadership
skills
Interpersonal and negotiation skills
Team player
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their applications
online through the KEMRI website: www.kemri.org/career-e-recruitment Portal
by enclosing detailed CV, copies
of academic and professional certificates email address, telephone contact and
details and contact information for three referees should be received on
or before 30th May, 2023 by 5:00 pm East African Time
KEMRI is an equal opportunity employer committed to
diversity; persons with disability, women, youth and those from
marginalized areas are encouraged to apply. KEMRI does not charge a fee at any
stage of its recruitment process including application, interview and
processing of offer letter. If asked for a fee, report such request
immediately.
