Columbia Global
Centers | Africa is part of Columbia University’s global network of centers,
which together aim to create opportunities in research, scholarship and
teaching around the world, and expand Columbia’s mission as a global
university.
It provides Columbia
students and academics with base from which to conduct research in and for
Africa, in disciplines including sustainable development, urban planning and
climate change.
The Center also
contributes to the fight against poverty under the umbrella of the Millennium
Development Goals, and works closely with policy makers, governments, and
regional and African institutions, providing them with objective, science-based
advice.
The Center invites
applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill the position of Human Resources Manager.
Purpose of role:
Reporting to the
Deputy-Director of the Center, the Human Resources Manager will be responsible
for establishing and providing professional and effective human resource
services.
Responsibilities:
- Develop
and monitor Human Resource strategies into the organization’s overall
mission and operational strategy.
- Manpower
planning and management of the recruitment process.
- Develop
and implement performance evaluation and reward systems.
- Provide
specific advice and guidance to Management and employees on a variety of
Human Resource issues.
- Develop,
implement and maintain an effective Human Resources database and reporting
system.
- Lead on
specific Human Resource projects.
Requirements:
- A degree
in Human Resource management or relevant field (e.g. business
administration, law etc.)
- At
least 5 years relevant experience
- Ability
to maintain confidentiality and establish personal credibility.
- High
integrity.
- Excellent
interpersonal skills and ability to develop and maintain working
relationships and credibility across the organisation
- Excellent
communications skills including verbal and written communications skills
in English and presentational skills.
- Excellent
organisational skills (planning, prioritization, follow up, methodical
approach)
- Attention
to detail, good numerical skills and data management experience.
- Experience
in computerised HRIS systems
- Solid
understanding of tax and employment legislation in Kenya
- Work
experience in a multi-cultural setting.
To apply
Applications for this
position should be sent to recruitment@cgcafrica.org no later than Wednesday,
15th August, 2012.
The CV should include
contacts of three referees.
Only shortlisted
candidates will be contacted.
