GA Insurance is one of the oldest insurance companies operating in Kenya, underwriting all classes of general insurance, including medical and travel.
Formerly known as General Accident Insurance Company of Kenya Limited, having its parentage from General Accident Insurance UK, it was incorporated as a Kenyan insurance company in 1979. Enjoying its presence for over 50 years, the GA brand has earned its standing as one of the most reputable insurance companies in Kenya.
In 2005, General Accident Insurance Company was acquired by the renowned I&M Bank Group in Kenya. The group has operations in Kenya, Tanzania and Mauritius with interests in banking, insurance, manufacturing and real estate.
Job title: Human Resource Manager
Reports to: CEOFormerly known as General Accident Insurance Company of Kenya Limited, having its parentage from General Accident Insurance UK, it was incorporated as a Kenyan insurance company in 1979. Enjoying its presence for over 50 years, the GA brand has earned its standing as one of the most reputable insurance companies in Kenya.
In 2005, General Accident Insurance Company was acquired by the renowned I&M Bank Group in Kenya. The group has operations in Kenya, Tanzania and Mauritius with interests in banking, insurance, manufacturing and real estate.
Job title: Human Resource Manager
Overall Responsibility
To provide guidance on overall human resources management and administrative policies and strategies in order to support smooth running of the Company’s operations.
The position ensures that the organisation has adequate manpower to undertake various activities as well as ensure office property is well managed.
Key Tasks, Duties and Responsibilities
- Oversee the overall function of human resources and administration division.
- Formulate and review human resource policies and ensure proper implementation.
- Forecast manpower needs in liaison with the other senior managers.
- Develop reward policies and system.
- Initiate and participate in the recruitment and selection of staff at all levels.
- Initiate, recommend and oversee the implementation of reviewed terms & conditions for staff.
- Ensure maintenance of harmonious working relations through effective communication with staff, their supervisors and/or representatives.
- Handle disciplinary cases and advise the staff disciplinary committee accordingly.
- Management of staff welfare, including approval of loans & advances to set limits, issuance of hospital undertaking letters for particular hospitals.
- Provide management advise on HR and other staff issues.
- Supervise, develop and appraise staff within the department.
- Develop the department’s work plan and budget and ensure adherence to set limits and targets.
- Oversee the management of change process in the organisation.
- Ensure effective administration of office support services, security services and insurance services.
- Ensure that employee performance appraisals are conducted in a fair manner as per approved policies.
- Develop administrative policies and procedures.
Requirements
Qualifications:
Qualifications:
- University degree in Social or Business Studies
- A reputable professional Human Resource qualification
- MBA an added advantage
Experience:
- Minimum of 6 years experience in Human Resource management roles in a medium to large size organization
Email: insure@gakenya.com
The deadline for applications is 19th January 2011.
People with an insurance background in HR are most appropriate.The deadline for applications is 19th January 2011.
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