Concern Worldwide Human Resource Manager Jobs in Kenya

Concern Worldwide Human Resource Manager Jobs in Kenya; Concern Worldwide Human Resource Manager Jobs in KenyaThe incumbent will be responsible for all aspects of Human Resources (HR). S/he will lead in the development and implementation of HR policies and best practices and support management in staff management in full compliance with the labour law.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Policies, Procedures and Best Practice:

Provide strategic direction and guidance to the HR team.

Lead in developing a HR strategy, aligned with the country’s strategic plan, that places staff development and wellbeing at the core of employee engagement

Align human resources initiatives with organizational goals and objectives

Champion diversity and inclusion initiatives, promoting a diverse workforce and an inclusive work culture

Advise management on organizational changes and policies, emerging trends in HR best practices and how these could be adapted to the Concern Kenya context, and labour laws and legal and regulatory requirements.

Develop, implement, and update HR policies and procedures to ensure legal compliance and consistency. Stay updated on labour laws and regulations to minimize risks.

Lead HR-related change management initiatives, ensuring smooth transitions during organizational changes.

Champion all of Concern’s safeguarding policies including the Code of Conduct and the Associated policies.

Initiate and roll out communications to ensure these policies are embedded in Concern’s culture.

Recruitment, Selection, Placement and Retention:

Develop and review all job descriptions to ensure that they are appropriate for the grade and consistent across similar roles by sector and location

Ensure efficient recruitment as per safeguarding employment cycle checklist

Ensure that a transparent, timely, effective and efficient recruitment process is in place that attracts, recruits and retains people who are the right fit for the organization

In line with the Concern Talent Management Strategy, design and initiate talent succession plans
Oversee staff onboarding and address any concerns raised/identified

Implement job structures and maintain job profiles

Conduct job evaluation, job analysis and job grading for all positions

Review and advise on recruitment and staffing requirements, ensuring EDI commitments.

Advise management on optimal talent management strategies, including performance management, professional development, recruitment, and promotions#

HR Administration:

Conduct adhoc file audit to ensure compliance and completeness

Track Audit (both Internal and External) reports and ensure implementation of the actions related to HR
Manage all communication to staff as guided by Country Director

Implement the health & safety workplace policies and perform employee satisfaction surveys

Build awareness and advise management on health and safety, including those required by local laws and regulations

Analyze staff composition and costing levels and advise management on organizational design including strategic staff forecasting

Implement the human resources staff handbook for national staff, ensuring alignment to global frameworks and local labour laws.

Track all local labour law and policy amendments and ensure that the organization complies accordingly.

Reward and Benefits Administration:

Ensure timely payroll and pension administration

Manage staff insurance policies e.g. Medical Cover, GLA, WIBA, AMREF

Lead in salary surveys and analyzing data to

inform review of salaries and benefits packages to ensure the organization is competitive

Collaborate with HR – Dublin to design and manage competitive compensation and benefits programs that attract and retain talent.

Recommend to CMT any changes based on the survey’s output

Support in getting CMT approval and submitting to Dublin the approval request for step increments and other salary changes e.g. in response to the Birches Survey

Provide solutions for complex HR questions including compensation and benefits.

Pay attention to details to ensure flawless execution of HR process.

Learning, Training and Development:

Create and implement learning and development programs and initiatives that support staff and managers in objective setting, institutionalize constructive feedback mechanisms

Oversee performance management processes, including setting goals, performance evaluations, and development

plans. Support managers in developing improvement plans and addressing performance-related matters.

Identify training needs and facilitate learning opportunities to enhance employee skills and career growth.
Train, coach, mentor and appraise direct reports and all staff, as appropriate, to optimize their potential
Manage end-to-end PDRs Process (mid-year and annual reviews, timelines)

Ensure inclusion and equitable access to training and development opportunities

Evaluate and report on learning and development programs and their effectiveness and submit proposals for their improvement, as necessary.

Contracts Management

End-to-end employment cycle management

Oversee management of staff contract processing and monitoring

Staff Relations:


Person Specification

Minimum Education, Qualifications & Experience Required:

Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development or other related disciplines. Master’s Degree or Post-Graduate Diploma in Human Resources Management will be an added advantage
Must be a member of IHRM

At least 8 years relevant experience in the same capacity with at least 3years management or advisory experience.

Previous experience in an international NGO is an added advantage.

Remote management experience

Excellent writing and oral skills in English

Proficiency in computer applications, HR software, tools and systems for data analysis, reporting and talent management.

Experience in change management

Well versed in relevant Kenya laws and regulations including data protection to inform decisions
Strong interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence to handle sensitive employee matters.

Preference will be given to candidates who have:

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Ability to manages multiple priorities and strict deadlines

Ability to identify potential problems and recommend solutions

A proven history of accountability and integrity



How to Apply

Interested candidates who meet the above requirements, should send a detailed CV with three professional referees and Cover Letter Only to nairobi.hr@concern.net

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