Assistant Director Human Resource Management

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Industry Education / Teaching Founded 1986 Type Public Website https://www.kise.ac.ke Address Kasarani, Thika Superhighway Exit 8 Off Kasarani-Mwiki Rd P. O. Box 48413 - 00100 NAIROBI, KENYA
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Responsibilities

  • Coordinate the implementation and review of human resource management policies, legislation, regulations, procedures, and systems to ensure compliance with government and institutional requirements
  • Oversee workforce planning by analysing staffing levels and making recommendations on establishment, succession planning, and optimal staffing structures
  •  Monitor and evaluate human resource utilization and advise management on staff deployment, redeployment, and workforce optimization
  • Coordinate career progression initiatives by analysing staff development needs and recommending promotions, career growth, and succession management strategies
  • Oversee the implementation of Quality Management Systems (QMS), risk management frameworks, and continuous improvement initiatives within the Human Resource Directorate
  •  Provide technical guidance on human resource management matters and coordinate the implementation of approved recommendations, policies, and management decisions
  • Supervise payroll administration to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant processing of employee remuneration and statutory deductions
  •  Coordinate staff induction, orientation, and onboarding programmes to facilitate effective integration of new employees into the Institute
  • Coordinate training needs assessments, develop annual training plans, and monitor the implementation of staff capacity-building programmes
  • Oversee the development, review, and delivery of training materials and in-house learning programmes to enhance staff competencies
  • Coordinate the implementation of human resource planning and succession management programmes to ensure business continuity and leadership development
  • Oversee the implementation of employee relations, performance management, discipline, communication, remuneration, staff welfare, and other human resource management programmes
  •  Prepare and present periodic human resource management reports, briefs, and performance updates for management, the Board, and other stakeholders
  • Identify emerging trends and best practices in human resource management and recommend appropriate interventions to improve institutional effectiveness
  • Coordinate the design, administration, and analysis of employee satisfaction and engagement surveys and recommend improvement initiatives
  • Oversee the maintenance, integrity, confidentiality, and regular updating of the Human Resource Information System (HRIS) and employee records
  • Supervise, mentor, and appraise officers within the Human Resource Directorate to promote high performance and professional development
  • Perform any other human resource management duties

Qualifications / Work Experience

  • Professional    Twelve (12) years work experience as a Principal Human Resource Management Officer    
  • Academic    Bachelors Degree in Human Resource Management, Business Management/Administration    
  • Academic    Masters Degree in Human Resource Management, Human Resource Development, Strategic Planning    
  • Professional    Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized Institution    
  • Professional    Professional qualification and membership of Institute of Human Resource Management (IHRM)    
  • Professional    Practicing License not less than 4 weeks old    
  • Professional    Proficiency in computer applications
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