Human Resource Officer- Talent Management at Automobile Association of Kenya

Reporting to the Head of Human Resource and Administration, the holder of this position will ensure that all human resources needs for the business function(s) are met and align the HR objectives with the Association’s operational objectives. The position holder is expected to contribute to the development of a performance driven culture in the Association by implementing the people plans so as to improve the quality of their performance and meet the Association’s objectives.

Responsibilities

Support the execution of the HR Strategy:

• Support the Head of HR and Admin. in driving the creation & execution of the People Strategies & Plans that attract, develop and retain employees to support the organisational short and long-term business needs to drive competitive advantage and address opportunities and threats.

Learning and Development:

• Ensure delivery of appropriate learning programmes to support business objectives by consulting with executive management / other key stakeholders on learning programmes or other relevant interventions that will support the business strategy.
• Establish training and development needs of the staff through the ongoing process of evaluation and performance management.
• Compile workplace skills plan and annual training report submissions.

Recruitment

• Ensure the business Manpower Plan is executed in line with Association’s guidelines.
• Source methods of obtaining suitable candidates e.g. employment agents, external media and internal media.
• Communicate employment offers in terms of placing a successful person into the position.
• On boarding: Plan, coordinate and execute a robust on-boarding program for the staff joining the Association.

Manpower planning

• Coordinate and execute manpower planning for the specific business functions and branches.
• In collaboration with the Heads of departments, identify and advise on the current staffing needs in all the branches.
• Facilitate staff transfers as advised by the Heads of Departments upon approval.

Performance & Talent Management

• Ensure Performance and Talent Management to drive the achievement of business goals through objective setting, performance appraisals and talent development.
• Assists and support line with the performance management process and performance contracts.
• Conduct performance management audits to ensure that a fair and consistent process was followed across the business unit.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Management or a related field.
• At least three (3) years’ experience in a similar position.
• Must be an active member of IHRM.

Desired skills

• Business awareness and management skills.
• Organisational skills and the ability to understand detailed information.
• IT and numeracy skills, with strong IT skills required.
• Interpersonal skills to form effective working relationships with people at all levels.
• A proven track record of ‘making a difference’.
• The ability to analyse, interpret and explain employment law.
• Integrity and approachability.
• Curiosity and a willingness to challenge organisational culture.
• The ability to compile and interpret statistical data and communicate it in a professional and understandable manner.
• Influencing and negotiating skills to implement personnel policies
• Potential to handle a leadership role.