Job Purpose
To support the achievement of the Authority’s Mandate by
leading in the planning, coordinating and implementing Human Resource &
Administration policies, processes and procedures by attracting, developing,
monitoring performance and productivity, recognizing excellence, putting in
place retaining strategies and ensuring a conducive work environment.
Key Responsibilities/ Duties / Tasks
Managerial
/ Supervisory Responsibilities
Forecasting and planning on Human
Resource needs to ensure optimal staffing levels;
Designing, developing, implementing,
monitoring and evaluating staff career and succession management;
Leading in development and
implementation of departmental work plans, budget and Procurement plans;
Managing the Authority’s recruitment and selection process;
Spearheading periodic organization
review to ensure an optimal structure;
Managing the staff performance
management and reward system;
Leading in the designing, developing
and implementing the Authority’s Human Resource and Administration policies,
processes and procedures;
Overseeing the effective operation of
Human Resource and Administration function;
Managing employee grievance handling
and disciplinary matters in the Authority;
Managing Learning, Development and
Growth in the Authority;
Managing Human Resources and
Administration contracted services;
Liaising with relevant statutory
agencies in matters relating to human resources;
Managing the operations of the
Authority’s Staff Retirement Benefits Scheme;
Spearheading the mentorship and
coaching program in the Authority;
Managing staff remuneration in
accordance to the prevailing Government policies;
Advising the Authority on matters
relating to Human Resource and Administration based on the HR metrics;
Championing Change Management
programmes in the Authority;
Articulating the provisions of the HR
policies and procedures to the Authority staff;
Managing staff separation;
Managing staff Mortgage and Car Loan
Schemes;
Managing Staff medical scheme
including GLA/GPA/WIBA and staff welfare;
Analysing employee satisfaction levels
and advising management on ways of improving the index; and
Secretariat to the Human Resource
Advisory Committee
Operational
Responsibilities / Tasks
Preparing and presenting Human
Resource & Administration Board management Papers to the Board;
Leading in the implementation of
departmental Strategic Plan deliverables;
Leading in the management of Risks
& Opportunities and Business Continuity Management in the department;
Leading in Information Security
Management System (ISMS) and Quality Management System (QMS) in the department;
Reviewing and approving Human Resource
related entries and updates in the ERP;
Managing the effective maintenance,
storage and security of personnel records to ensure their Confidentiality
Integrity and Availability (CIA);
Managing payroll, retirement benefits
and other terminal dues;
Managing Human Resource related
customer compliments, complaints and enquiries;
Mentoring and Coaching departmental
staff;
Providing counselling services to
staff as need arises;
Overseeing the preparation of monthly,
quarterly and annual reports for the relevant statutory agencies;
Overseeing the preparation of monthly,
quarterly and annual reports for the department;
Ensuring safe custody, of all the
Authority’s assets;
Leading in the management of asset
requisition and disposal;
Leading in the Leave Management
Process; and
Managing official transport services
in the Authority.
Job Competencies (Knowledge,
Experience and Attributes / Skills).
Academic
qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in any of the
following disciplines: – Human Resource Management, Human Resource Development,
Business Administration, Public Administration, or equivalent qualifications
from a recognized institution
Master’s degree in any of the
following disciplines: – Human Resource Management, Human Resource Development,
Business Administration, Public Administration, or equivalent qualification
from a recognized institution
Professional
Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies
Certified Human Resource Practitioner
(CHRP) or a Post Graduate Diploma in any of the following disciplines: – Human
Resource Management, Human Resource Development, Business Administration or
equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
Be a member of the Institute of Human
Resource Management;
Valid practicing certificate; and
Certificate in Management Course or
its equivalent lasting not less than four (4) weeks.
Previous
relevant work experience required.
At least 10 years relevant work
experience with at least three years in managerial/supervisory role
How To Apply
Interested and eligible applicants may access detailed
job descriptions, specifications and experience required for the position from
the Competition Authority of Kenya’s Website www.cak.go.ke and
apply through https://www.amsol.africa/job-vacancies/
Applicants should submit their applications including
cover letter, copy of National ID, certified copies of academic and
professional certificates, testimonials and detailed CV indicating current
position, qualifications, working experience, names of three (3) professional
referees, current remuneration, and daytime telephone.
The Cover Letters should be addressed to the below:
Ag. Director-General
Competition Authority of
Kenya
P. O. Box 36265 – 00200
NAIROBI
The reference of the application letter shall read “Manager, Human Resource
& Administration Job Ref: CAK/MHRA/01/03/2024”
Applications should be received through the above-mentioned portal by 2nd April, 2024at 5PM EAT
Notes
Interested candidates should provide
all the details requested.
Only shortlisted applicants will be
contacted for interviews.
Shortlisted candidates shall be
required to provide valid:-
Tax Compliance Certificate from Kenya
Revenue Authority;
Clearance from the Ethics and
Anti-Corruption Commission;
Clearance Certificate from The Higher
Education Loans Board;
Certificate of Good Conduct from
Directorate of Criminal Investigations; and
Clearance from an approved Credit
Reference Bureau.
The Authority will verify
aunthenticity of academic and professional qualifications.
It is an offence to include incorrect
or misleading information in the application.