Group General Manager Human Resource and Administration
Position scope
Reporting to the Group
Chief Executive Officer the successful candidate will be responsible for
providing advice and guidance in the overall Human Resources management
policies, and strategies to KTDA Holdings, KTDA-managed factories, and
KTDA-owned subsidiary companies
Key Responsibilities
Overseeing
the HR policies and procedures, reviewing them, and implementing them
consistently
Ensuring
that the core values of the company concerning people, fairness, and equal
opportunity are upheld
Overseeing
and directing recruitment in KTDA Holdings, KTDA-managed factories, and
KTDA-owned subsidiary companies
Liaising with the Board on the recruitment of high-level positions in the organization
Advising
management on the HR and employee relations policies required by KTDA and
subsidiaries in all areas of HR management
Directing
and controlling the operations of the HR function to ensure that they provide
cost-effective services throughout the organization
Overseeing
the management of the change process across the group
Formulating
and implementing human resources strategies that are integrated with business
strategies aimed at improving productivity and ensuring improved performance
for the KTDA group of companies
Developing
reward management and remuneration policies, processes, and procedures that
attract, retain, and motivate employees.
Planning
and executing the human resource development, and talent management programs to
improve individual and corporate performance
Overseeing
the preparation of budgets for the HR function and overseeing implementation
and control of the same
Advising
on employee communication strategies and policies designed to maximize
involvement and commitment while minimizing conflict
Ensuring
that the subsidiaries are represented in industrial relations disputes and CBA
negotiations and ensuring compliance with trade agreements to maintain
industrial peace
Overseeing
the Administration of Transport and Property management functions in KTDA.
Ensuring
the outsourced service providers’ performance is monitored
Overseeing
the execution of divisional/departmental work plans and budgets;
Overseeing
performance management of staff in the group
Identify
training needs for the HR staff and mentor and coach staff within the
department;
Lead
the CBA negotiations process and maintain Industrial Peace
Facilitate
training needs assessment with line Managers of the Group Holdings
Organizing
and coordinating training and capacity-building programs for staff and board.
Liaise
with the finance department to ensure prompt monthly returns of statutory
deductions- NSSF, NHIF, PAYE, NITA.
Participate
in the preparation and implementation of the Strategic Plan.
Analyse
work processes and recommend improvements where necessary
Ensuring
that quality, environment, health, and safety programs are cascaded to all
levels.
Qualifications/Skills/Experience
The ideal candidate must possess the following qualifications and
competencies: –
A
Bachelor’s degree in social science or Human Resource Management or equivalent
A
Higher National Diploma in Human Resource Management
A
master’s degree in the business field is an added advantage
A
Certified Member of the Institute of Human Resource Management (IHRM)
Minimum
fifteen (15) years of work experience five of which should be in a senior role
Must
possess a high degree of confidentiality
Must
have strong negotiation skills
Must
have sound knowledge of the Kenya labor laws and Employment Act 2007
Must
have demonstrated ability to handle divisional budgets, resources, processes,
projects, and relationships
Should
have a thorough knowledge of the relevant industry/sector as well as knowledge
of regulatory requirements affecting the relevant sector
Must
be capable of functioning effectively both as a team player and a team leader
Must
demonstrate a high level of integrity
Must
have strategic leadership skills with the ability to build strategic
relationships
Should
have experience in change management and the ability to drive change in a team
Should
have high-level problem-solving and decision-making abilities
Should
be an effective communicator with the ability to handle high-level communication
Should
be result-oriented with the ability to deliver the desired outcome
Should
demonstrate the ability to identify and respond to risk areas within the
division
Should
have effective people management and conflict resolution skills
How To Apply
Closing Date: 24th
November 2023
