Wood Foundation Africa Regional HR and Compliance Manager Jobs in Kenya

Wood Foundation Africa Regional HR and Compliance Manager Jobs in Kenya

The Wood Foundation Africa (TWFA) is a subsidiary of The Wood Foundation, aScottish registered charity based in Aberdeen, Scotland, with a regional headquarters In Nairobi, Kenya.

The Foundation takes a venture philanthropy approach, aiming to improve livelihoods by engaging In a commercial manner with social development objectives.

Based in Nairobi and reporting to the Director of Africa, the position will be expected to engage with a broad spectrum of country-level offices, businesses, and partners to provide human resources and risk management expertise in a wide range of areas.

Responsibilities include:

Full-Cycle Recruitment - Draft position descriptions and manage recruitment efforts In coordination with senior management team.

Performance Management - Coordinate staff performance appraisals with senior management teams.

Assist line managers with effective KM development during annual appraisals and advise on effective HR planning strategies to maximize performance,

Compensation and Benefits - Advise on harmonizing compensation and wage structure where appropriate.

Liaise with headquarters on accurate and timely processing of staff payroll as well as Pension and insurance scheme.

Staff Development and Employee Engagement - Analyse professional development needs in coordination with senior management.

Be responsible for hearing employee grievances, as well as advising and participating in disciplinary procedures.

Health and Safety - Oversee Health & Safety policies and ensure adherence.

Safeguarding, Risk Mitigation and Compliance - Assist in the development and institutionalization of safeguarding measures throughout the organization.

The candidate shall

be a polished Human Resources professional, of unquestionable integrity and character.

The candidate must be available for frequent travel within the region and be able to engage in a multi-cultural environment.

Minimum Qualifications include:

Advanced degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.

Relevant HR certifications a plus;

At least 7-10 years of proven Human Resources leadership and management experience in a dynamic organizational setting;

Knowledgeable of standard organizational policies, and familiarity with East African labour and employment law;

Skilled in safeguarding, grievance and arbitration, conflict resolution, and/or problem solving, including crisis management;

Excellent communication skills, as well as experience in personnel training, facilitation, and coaching;

Ability to work independently, as well as communicate and perform in a multi-cultural setting; and

Excellent command of English is essential. Kiswahili preferred.

How to Apply

Interested applicants with the requisite skills and qualifications are asked to submit a cover letter along with a CV and references to Helen.Emukule@thewoodfoundation.org.uk before the deadline of 15th March, 2019.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

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