Nov 21, NSSF General Manager – Human Resource and Administration Jobs in Kenya

Reporting to the Managing Trustee, the General Manager (Human Resources & Administration) will be responsible for managing the Human Resource, Administration and Security functions of the Fund. He/she will to provide strategic direction and policy advise on all matters relating to Human Resource, Administration and Security. He/she will be responsible of fostering a positive work environment that will enable the employees full potential be realized.

Key Responsibilities:

Formulate and ensure implementation of leading Human Resource, Administration and Security strategies and policies in line with Fund’s core values and Kenyan Labour laws;

Set divisional goals and provide necessary direction to managers within own purview based on the Fund’s aspirations;

Ensure continuous review and assessment of the effectiveness and efficiency of the Fund’s HR policies, procedures and processes and identifying improvement opportunities;

Advise on appropriate organizational structure, aligned to the Fund’s talent management, HR operations and administration strategy; to maximize organizational effectiveness;

Contribute to and advise on change management, especially with regards to the development and shaping of the workforce in line with business needs and considering current HR trends;

Sett and continuously review employee engagement benchmarks and KPI’s based on best practice to align with the Fund’s strategy and advice on changes as appropriate;

Ensure the Fund acquires, trains, develops and retains high calibre, skilled and wellmotivated employees capable of matching present and future operational and business requirements in line with the Fund’s Strategy;

Oversee the Fund’s performance management system and advising senior management on appropriate benchmarks for staff;

Continuously reviewing, managing and putting forward proposals with regard to compensation and benefits to ensure that the Fund remains a competitive employer;

Manage the Fund’s Human Resource Information Systems to ensure efficiency and effectiveness of service provision to internal customers and timely provision of reports;

Ensure the provisions of the Data Protection law are implemented to the letter;

Monitor negotiations of the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) and ensuring the

implementation of agreed recommendations e.g. salary increases, leave, allowances etc.;

Regularly update the office procedures manual and ensure that the provisions have been fully implemented; and Managing administration services staff to ensure effective management of office premises including utilities and facilities, travel and accommodation and ensure these are secure and efficiently utilized.

Oversee facility management and protection of the Fund’s property, office premises and assets, both developed and undeveloped;

Ensure records in the custody of the Division are managed according to laid down policies: and

Gather intelligence on potential security threats to the Fund’s assets and personnel and devise mitigation strategies.

Job Requirements/ Specifications:

Master’s Degree in any of the following disciplines; Human Resource Management, Business Administration, Social Sciences or a related field from a recognized institution.

Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following disciplines; Human Resource Management,

Business Administration, Social Sciences or a related field from a recognized Institution;

Certified Human Resource Professional qualification, CHRP (K) or its equivalent from a recognized institution;

At least twelve (12) years’ relevant cumulative, work experience, five (5) of which should be in a senior management position;

Membership in a relevant and accredited professional body and in good standing/practicing certificate;

Leadership Course from a recognized institution or a certificate in Corporate Governance;

Proficiency in computer applications; and

Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution.

Competencies:

Broad knowledge and experience in compensation, organizational planning, organization development, employee relations, health and safety, and learning and development;

Technical experience in human resources and/or business administration with Knowledge and understanding of Kenyan Employment and Labour Relations Law;

Industrial disputes resolution skills, counselling and arbitration skills for Conflict

management;

Knowledge of leading practice strategies, tools and processes in organization design;

Strong expertise in strategic management, project planning and budgeting, resource management, strategy implementation as well as monitoring and evaluation;

Risk awareness and focus;

Analytical and problem-solving skills;

Strong interpersonal skills, including ability to build alliances and relationships with the right level of sensitivity to diversity; and

Strong communication and presentation skills

Strong Leadership skills.

How to Apply

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