Background
Jacaranda Health is a
social venture that aims to set a new standard for maternity care in East
Africa.
We are combining
business and clinical innovations to provide affordable maternity and
reproductive health services to low-income urban women.
Job Summary
Jacaranda is seeking
an experienced HR Manager. This person will
play a critical role in establishing and maintaining the office infrastructure
and processes for Jacaranda Health’s office in Nairobi and coordinating
procedures related to HR, Finance, and Operations and ensuring that Jacaranda
Health runs effectively and efficiently.
We are looking for an
intelligent, proactive leader who can take on a wide variety of strategic
projects (such as research and planning projects to support our business setup
and growth) to contribute to the success of our new business.
Finally, we are
looking for a seasoned HR expert who can help us build a new kind of health
care organization where all of our employees are invested in innovation,
continuous improvement and building the best experience possible for our
patients.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities
- Develop
and improve existing HR processes, policies and documents, including
performance management processes, employment contracts, employee
manuals, etc. in consultation with Jacaranda senior management
- Assist
with new hires process; including advertising for new positions, reviewing
applicant resumes/CVs, short listings candidates, conducting interviews,
reference checking, and on boarding of new staff members
- Ensure
the necessary documents for new employees (e.g., work permits, tax
IDs, bank accounts, etc.) are obtained and maintained and that HR policies
are applied consistently across new hires
- Create
and maintain official staff Personnel Files and all documents and
records related to office operations
- Make
arrangements with local health insurance companies and benefits providers
for staff and act as focal point with those vendors
- Act as
liaison for staff performance evaluation program; assist staff with all
matters pertaining to this evaluation
- Keep
staff updated with latest policies and act as focal point for any
questions/concerns any staff may have with regards to HR matters
- Manage
staff payroll and staff leave requests
- Provide
administrative support to Jacaranda management, including transportation,
travel and coordinating meetings and special events
- Ensure
smooth operations of Jacaranda’s offices, including managing office
supplies, greeting guests for meetings, serving as a point of contact for
repairs and deliveries, and other office related duties as required
- Perform
other duties, as assigned
Requirements
- Degree
in business management, human resources or related field; Bachelor’s
degree preferred
- Five or
more years of experience including roles with substantial HR
responsibilities
- Strong
working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Google products
- Fluency
in English and Swahili
- Knowledge
of local vendors and where to source products and services
- Ability
to maintain a high level of accuracy in preparing and entering information
- Knowledge
of human resource processes and administration (including legal
requirements)
- Exceptional
skills and experience in HR strategy to create high performing teams
- Excellent
time management, organizational, and prioritization skills
- Clear
communication skills
- Professional
interpersonal and intercultural relationship skills
- Independent,
self-starter capable of working well with a team, multi-tasking
effectively and managing a variety of responsibilities typical in a
start-up environment
- Ability
to gain working knowledge of Jacaranda Health’s policies, procedures, and
practices
- Passion
for and commitment to Jacaranda Health's mission
To Apply
Interested candidates
may apply by:
1. First, complete the online form available by clicking
here Jacaranda Health HR Manager Application Form or by pasting this link into your web
browser: http://goo.gl/9YyUq.
2. After completing
the application, please also submit your CV and a cover letter to
jobs@jacararandahealth.org.
Only applicants that have completed the online form as well as submitted their CV will be considered.
Only applicants that have completed the online form as well as submitted their CV will be considered.
No calls please.
Unfortunately, due to
the volume of applications received, we will be unable to confirm all submissions.