HR & Administration Manager
Ref/NCK/05/2017:
Terms: Three (3) year contract, renewable – subject to satisfactory performance
Terms: Three (3) year contract, renewable – subject to satisfactory performance
The Manager, Human Resource &
Administration will be responsible to the Registrar / CEO for the provision of
strategic leadership and advise on Human Resource Management Administration
matters, formulate and articulate the Human Resource & Administration
Strategies, Policies, Rules and Regulations to support the NCK’s Strategic Plan
and objectives to enhance individual and Council’s performance.
Responsibilities
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Develop/review all Human Resources
and Administration policies, standards and strategies;
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Provide professional leadership in
the development and implementation of Human Resource and Administration plans,
budgets and performance management in order to ensure efficient and
cost-effective;
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Facilitate job analysis, determining
optimum staff requirements and designing organizational structure to maximize
synergies to achieve the strategic plan;
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Oversee the development and
implementation of the NCK employee Performance Management systems;
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Undertake training needs analysis and
baseline surveys, design and implement relevant training programmes for
capacity building:
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Implement an effective Human Resource
Management information system for monitoring, tracking and evaluating employee
activities including staff performance management, medical insurance and
welfare programmes;
·
Oversee maintenance, storage and
security of personnel records to ensure integrity of data and information
related to Human Resources programmes as well as administrative support services;
·
Manage employees and labour relation
matters in line with the labour laws and the Council’s policies and compliance
to the same.
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Oversee provision of office services,
comprising cost-effective mail delivery systems, office security, communication
facilities and front office services;
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Administer employee medical insurance
schemes, employees’ compensation and manage other employee welfare programs;
·
Develop, coordinate and implement
Motor Vehicle transport -policy;
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Ensure that the Council’s properties
and assets are properly managed and insured against damage and loss.
·
Perform other Human Resources and
Administration duties that may be assigned form time to time.
Qualifications
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Master’s degree in Human Resource
Management, Business Administration,labour relations management or its
equivalent from a recognised institution.
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Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource
Management/Development or its equivalent from a recognized Institution.
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Higher Diploma in Human Resource
management from a recognised institution
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Proficiency in Computer Application
Skills.
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Proven relevant work experience of
not less than five (5) years in a large organization.
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Must be a member of the Human
Resource professional body (IHRM) in good standing.
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Must possess a valid IHRM Practicing
licence.
Key Competencies:
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In depth knowledge of human resources
and administration policies, systems and procedures;
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Ability to lead staff, including
training and conflict management skills;
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High level of Integrity, ethics and
self-discipline;
·
Strong administrative and business
acumen;
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Demonstrated interpersonal skills in
building and sustaining relationships with a particular focus on the
integration and leading as well as being a part of a team;
·
Strong commitment to the principles
underpinning good governance and sound financial management;
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Excellent decision-making skills;
·
Team leadership and supervisory
skills;
·
Planning and organizational skills.
Senior Accountant
Job Ref: NCK/06/2017 (1post)
Terms of Service: Three (3) year contract, renewable subject to satisfactory performance
Terms of Service: Three (3) year contract, renewable subject to satisfactory performance
The Senior Accountant will be
responsible to the Finance Manager in ensuring smooth running of the accounting
functions.
Responsibilities
·
Assist in the formulation and
implementation of NCK financial policies and regulations
·
Facilitate the development and
implementation of sound and effective accounting systems
·
Budgeting and costing of Council’s
activities
·
Development and Implementation of Internal
Controls
·
Maintenance of proper accounting
records
·
Collection of revenue and
disbursement of Council funds
·
Treasury management and bank
reconciliation
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Preparation of Financial and
Management reports.
·
Ensuring statutory compliance in both
accounting and taxation
·
Accounting for special funds – donor,
programmes and project
·
Assist in coordination of external
audits and responding to audit queries
·
Effective supervision, training and
development of staff under him/her
·
Assessment of staff performance
·
Perform any other duties as may be
assigned from time to time
Qualifications
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Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce,
Accounting/Finance, Economics or any other related field of study from a
University recognized in Kenya;
·
A Master’s degree in Business
Administration, Finance or any other related field of study from a University
recognized in Kenya will be an added advantage;
·
Be a Certified Public Accountant with
(CPAK) or ACCA;
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Membership to a relevant professional
body in good standing;
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Proven minimum four (4) years
relevant work experience.
Key Competencies
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Conversant with International Public
Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS)
·
Good communication, organizational
and analytical skills
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Knowledge of Public Procurement &
Asset Disposal Act and Regulations;
·
Knowledge of Public Financial
Management Regulations
·
Proficiency in the use of an ERP
system
·
Proficiency in the use of other
relevant computer applications.
·
Ability to get on well with diverse
workforce
Legal Officer
Job Ref. NCK/07/2017 (1 Post)
Terms: three (3) year contract, renewable subject to satisfactory performance
Terms: three (3) year contract, renewable subject to satisfactory performance
The Legal Officer will be responsible
to the CEO / Registrar for all legal matters in the Council.
Roles
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Prepare and review legal contracts,
deeds, leases, and other legal papers of a routine nature;
·
Research on relevant statutes,
rulings and precedents to be used as a basis for answering requests for legal
opinions;
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Handle all legal matters including
litigations in liaison with the Council’s appointed panel of lawyers;
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Provide legal advice and ensure
compliance with legal and statutory requirements;
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Maintain a comprehensive database of
all legal matters with up to date progress;
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Review and formulating legal
policies, procedures and regulations;
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Review court cases, correspondence
and publications pointing out matters of note or which necessitate management
action;
·
Liaise with other departments in
managing legal matters;
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Assist in the provision of company
secretarial duties to the Council’s Board of Directors as and when the need
arises;
·
Attend court cases and relevant
registries as and when required;
·
Conduct legal awareness and education
to the Council staff.
Qualifications
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Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree from a
recognized University;
·
Postgraduate Diploma in Law from the
Kenya School of Law;
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Certified Pubic Secretarial -CPS(K)
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An advocate of the High Court of
Kenya with a current Practicing Certificate;
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A registered member of the Law
Society of Kenya in good standing;
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Have a minimum of three (3) year
post-admission experience in a busy legal department/environment in a large
organization;
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IT Proficiency
Other Attributes
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Communication Skills
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Leadership skills
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Interpersonal skills
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Analytical skills
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Keen eye for details
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Presentation skills
How to Apply
Individual who meet the minimum job
requirements are requested to submit their applications and attached detailed
CV, copies of national ID and current pay slip, relevant copies of testimonies
and certificates, day time contact and contact of three referees to reach the
undersigned not later than Tuesday July 18, 2017 close of business.
Candidates interested in the above
positions are expected to fulfill the requirements of Chapter six (6) of the
Constitution of Kenya.
Specifically, they must obtain and
submit with their application copies of clearance certificates from the
following organizations:-
·
Kenya Revenue Authority;
·
Higher Education Loans Board;
·
Ethics and Anti-corruption
Commission;
·
Criminal Investigation Department
(Police Clearance Certificate);
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A report from an approved Credit
Reference Bureau (CRB)
Applications without the relevant
qualifications, copies of documents/ details as sought will not be considered.
NCK is an equal opportunity employer
committed to diversity. Persons with disability, Women, Youth and those from
marginalized areas are encouraged to apply
Please note only shortlisted
candidates will be contacted. Any form of canvassing will lead to automatic
disqualification.
The Registrar/CEO
Nursing Council of Kenya
NCK Plaza, Kabarnet Road off Ngong Road
P.O Box 20056 – 00200
Nairobi
Email address: careers@nckenya.org
NCK Plaza, Kabarnet Road off Ngong Road
P.O Box 20056 – 00200
Nairobi
Email address: careers@nckenya.org