LVCT Health Human Resources & Administration Manager Jobs in Kenya

LVCT Health Human Resources & Administration Manager Jobs in Kenya

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Executive Director, the job holder is responsible for developing and delivering LVCT Health’s human resources strategy including the acquisition, development and retention of staff to meet LVCT Health’s strategic objectives.

S/he is expected to provide strategic advice, leadership and direction in the development and implementation of a results driven performance management culture, succession planning strategy, progressive staff welfare policies and strategies, organizational development initiatives and ensuring staff motivation and a conducive working environment.

Job Purpose

The Human Resources & Admin Manager is responsible for all aspects of the human resources and administration function within the organization. Reporting to the Executive Director, the position is responsible primarily for staffing, recruiting, retention, performance, employee relations, compensation, compliance, individual development and succession planning.

Duties and Responsibilities

HR Leadership and management

Develop and oversee the implementation of Human Resource Management Strategy that will effectively contribute towards achievement of the Organizational strategy as well as driving staff engagement & high performance.

Assessing and understanding the organization needs within the strategy context and developing solutions to improve organization performance
Offer strategic leadership and support to the Executive Director in rolling out any change management initiatives.

Leading projects that impact HR and contributing to projects that go beyond HR.
Establish and oversee HR policies, systems and procedures that will support effective people management for LVCT Health, resulting in more effective performance management, motivation and delivery of HR services.

Ensure sensitization and compliance with all policies and procedures as well as external regulations and applicable labor laws.

Ensuring staff are sensitized on policies and procedures especially the zero tolerance policies, upholding LVCT Health values at all times.

Provide comprehensive HR advice and support to the ED and Managers as requested (especially in case of grievance, disciplinary situations or performance management Employee Resourcing and Manpower Planning.

Talent Acquisition & Resourcing

Proactive workforce planning to attract talent for both short and long term in close liaison with the line managers.

Take lead in ensuring sourcing of quality talent. Establish and oversee recruiting, hiring, reference checks and orientation plans and procedures

Carrying out a job analysis and update the job descriptions and person specifications

Advise Management concerning best practice in talent management; aiming to support the achievement of strategic goals and drive a culture of high performance, as regards both project delivery and compliance.

Work with directors and managers to ensure proper HR planning is in line with project work plans and the LVCT Health strategy

Talent Management & Succession Planning

Leading and managing the talent development process and tools including trainings, mentorship, coaching etc.

Developing insight and analysis of people related business issues and opportunities.

Developing an inventory, accessing talent and potentials, and implementing action plans to address identified gaps.

Developing succession planning activities necessary to develop and maintain a highly capable workforce that fits the business strategy in collaboration with leaders and managers.

Compensation & Benefits Management

Conduct analysis and market research on salary and benefits trends

Ensuring the provision of competitive and equitable base, variable compensation including incentive plans.

Developing and implementing benefit plans and ensuring that sound, appropriate decisions are made in relation to people, performance, job levels and pay.

Ensuring application of polices in reward/compensation management, i.e., annual merit increases, salary structures, job evaluation procedures and reward objectives.

Providing guidance to managers and employees regarding salary administration and use of reward programs.

Performance Management

Developing a high-performance

culture by implementing team and organization design solutions, providing measurable performance indicators and improvement plans.

Ensure JDs and performance targets are up to date and reviewed annually or when there is a change in roles.

Administer performance management processes to align employee performance with LVCT program goals and objectives and assist management in creating and retaining high performance employees and teams.

Providing institutional tools for performance management – JD templates, appraisal forms, PIPs etc.

Capacity builds the HR & Admin teams and managers on performance management tools and processes.

Reviewing Personal Development Plans for training needs and performance gaps. Working closely with supervisors on improvement plans for non-performers and identifying opportunities for growth for high performers.

Administration

Ensure staff have right equipment, space and tools of work

Take lead in oversight of the daily administration of the organization's office and the optimal operation of equipment and facilities, ensuring systems are in place to support this role.

Take lead in ensuring optimal operational performance standards of the office environment including office space management, cleanliness, corporate image, organizational set-up, operational tools such as office supplies, kitchen supplies, utilities, office repairs & maintenance etc.

Leading the implementation of organization safety and health programs. Monitoring the tracking of Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) required data.

Overseas the management of Service contracts that supports the office administration functions.

Support the admin staff to ensure smooth and optimal day-to-day office running & support any emerging administrative matters.

Establish and oversee Administration policies and procedures, SOP’s ensuring necessary sensitization and enforcement of compliance.

Manage and implement the Staff Health policy application for staff including Medical Insurance contracts and statutory obligations as required by Law and Health guidelines/policy (including Group Personal accident, 3rd party Liability, other).

Ensure the Data Protection Act is applied in all HR & administrative policies & processes of the Office, in compliance with local requirements.

Ensure an efficient filing system (physical and electronic files) of all administrative files, granting strict confidentiality of employees’ personal files and other administrative private documents.

Qualification, Experience, and Skills

Minimum Qualifications:

A relevant master’s degree.

Degree in Organizational Development, Human Resources, or a related field, and/or equivalent. combination of education and relevant experience.

Higher Diploma in Human Resource Management from IHRM or Certified Human Resource Professional (CHRP) training.

Experience Required

Minimum 8 years of experience in the HR profession with at least 5 years at senior management.

Minimum 5 years’ experience in Administration.
Holder of a valid practicing certificate from IHRM.

Behavioural Traits:

Proven ability to effectively influence, build relationships and leverage the formal and informal organizational structure.

Flexible, adaptable, and able to execute a range of job duties and changing priorities.

Team player, interested in people and likes to have fun.

Able to multi-task in a fast-changing environment with a lot of high demands.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Track record of excellent team leadership skills.

How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; LVCT Health Human Resources & Administration Manager Jobs in Kenya

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