Human Resource jobs at Aga Khan University (AKU) and Other Companies in Kenya

 
Deadline of this Job: 31 January 2023

Key Responsibilities:
The Leadership of HR Strategy
• In consultation with VP HR, set vision, goals, and expectations to accelerate the team for scale and dynamic growth by developing organization strategies and identifying and researching human resources issues; contributing information, analysis, and recommendations to the organization’s strategic thinking and direction; establishing and human resources objectives in line with organizational objectives;
• Drive organizational change management and help leaders align communication, behavior, and infrastructure to support their desired changes; and
• Facilitate the adoption of HR policies and practices including educating leaders and managers regarding HR capabilities;

Team Leadership
• Provide dynamic and effective leadership and day-to-day management of the department and operational activities including the effective, efficient, and economic deployment of human resources;
• Serve as a consultant and advisor to HRBPs and various centers of excellence on aspects of HR knowledge-based activities, initiatives, and programs;
• Take overall responsibility for the management and development of staff within the HR unit including enabling process to develop, motivate, coach, and provide training and support to members of the team;
• Plan and organize the appraisals of staff within the HR unit, identifying staff development needs within the HR unit and continually updating people management skills in order to comply with employment legislation, and with human rights, equality, diversity, and data protection legislation; and
• Provide project leadership and change management for HR Services in order for them to support business units adequately.

HR Operations Oversight
• Offer technical leadership to Hospital Executives, University Deans, and Departmental Chairs to ensure that operational goals are delivered whilst implementing collaborative actions to facilitate the evaluation and development of HR services and infrastructure;
• Evaluate HR functional capacity and service delivery for the East Africa Region with the collaboration of the central expertise team;
• Serve as a resource to employees on regional HR policies and procedures, providing interpretation and guidance as needed;
• Manage the Regional HR budget and approve expenditures in accordance with company guidelines; and
• Partner with other units and finance teams to develop insightful reporting, focusing on drivers, understanding context, and developing opinions on the next steps.

Talent Management Oversight
• Implement human resources strategies by establishing department accountabilities, including talent acquisition, staffing, employment processing, compensation, succession planning, employee relations, and retention;
• Work with the L&D head to plan and organize employee orientation, carry out a training needs assessments in consultation with the business heads, and through performance assessment programs, facilitate appropriate training and development programs;

Deadline of this Job: 11 January 2023

Job Description
• Preparing job descriptions, advertising vacant positions, and managing the employment process.
• Orientating new employees and training existing employees.
• Monitoring employee performance.
• Ensuring that all employees are organized and satisfied in their work environment.
• Overseeing the health and safety of all employees.
• Implementing systematic staff development procedures.
• Providing counselling on policies and procedures.
• Ensuring meticulous implementation of payroll and benefits administration.
• Communicating with staff about issues affecting their performance.
• Ensuring accurate and proper record-keeping of employee information in electronic and digital format.

Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in human resources.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in human resources.
• Additional training/certification in Payroll Management – may be advantageous.
• Labor Relations certification – may be advantageous.
• Experience as a Skills Development Facilitator – may be advantageous.
• Able to engage in meaningful negotiation and resolution.
• Knowledge of employment legislation.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Protecting the interests of all employees.
• Full understanding of HR functions and best practices.

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Deadline of this Job: 20 January 2023

Deadline of this Job: 13 January 2023