Assistant Manager, Human Resources at Kenya Industrial Estates

Job Description

Direct Reports to:- Manager, Human Resources & Administration

Job Purpose:-

The position is responsible in assisting the manager in the overall management of the Human Resources function, by providing technical advice on matters relating to human resource management in support of the overall Company’s objectives.

Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:-

• Participate in interpreting and advising on HR policy matters pertaining to effective communication, discipline, employee relations, remuneration and staff welfare matters;
• Coordinating the performance management process and ensure staff adherence in line with the HR policy and procedures;
• Participate in the recruitment and selection process, drafting of notices and advertisements for vacant positions, organize interviews, inform successful applicants, induction and taking of minutes;
• Identifying trainings and development needs within the organization through training needs analysis and ensure regular consultation with all the stakeholders;
• Participate in coordinating and overseeing staff discipline process is executed timely, i.e. timely feedback to affected staff including- preparation of notices the , minutes, summon letters, warning letters, caution letters profiles, show cause letters among others;
• Ensure that the current ISO certification is maintained and there is continuous improvement of services within the department;
• Ensure effective implementation of Skills / Competence needs assessment surveys for each financial year, by undertaking skills and competence needs assessment audits;
• Ensure effective Coordination of Performance Contracting parameters and monitor implementation of the cascaded parameters in line with the company’s set targets;
• Monitoring of staff attendance including punctuality and absentee and provide effective control measures thereof ;
• Implementing the career development plans and succession planning activities in accordance with the Company’s HR planning strategies;
• Developing human resource management plans to ensure effective succession management;
• Ensuring institutionalization of performance management systems, including performance appraisal system among others.

Requirements for Appointment

• Bachelor Degree in Human Resources or related fields from a recognized Institution;
• Diploma or Higher Diploma in Human Resource Management from a recognized Institution;
• Relevant Master’s Degree from a recognized institution will be an added advantage;
• Served for a minimum of Seven (7) years of progressive work experience, of which three (3) years at management position;
• A Certified Member of the professional body -(IHRM);
  • IT proficiency
  • Leadership skills,
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Communication skills.
• Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results
• Fulfilled the provision of Chapter Six of the Constitution.