Remuneration Services Director at Salaries & Renumeration Commission

Job purpose

The job purpose is to develop, oversee and lead the designing of strategies that will ensure a harmonized, equitable and fair remuneration and; implementation and monitoring of a comprehensive Research and Compliance strategy.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership in the development and execution of the Commissions’ Strategic Objectives on Research and Compliance; Job Evaluation; Allowances and Benefits; Productivity and Performance and Collective Bargaining Negotiations
• Develop and implement policies, procedures and manuals on remuneration and benefits for improved efficiency and effectiveness;
• Spearheading the development of Public Sector policies on remuneration and benefits management;
• Develop effective work plans drawn from the strategic plan and undertake continuous performance monitoring and reporting;
• Develop, motivate and manage the performance of the team and ensure continuous alignment to the goals and values of the Commission.
• Prepare budgets for programs, monitor absorption and ensure optimal utilization and alignment to the Commissions strategic activities.
• Ensure efficiency of systems, processes and standard operating procedures to achieve the operational excellence that drives the Commission’s objectives.
• Develop and implement a risk management framework for the directorate;
• Ensure Implementation of a business continuity and disaster recovery plan for the directorate;
• Ensure compliance on all statutory requirements, Government Circulars and Commission policies.
• Provide regular reports in compliance with internal and external guidelines and requirements.
• Ensure quality and timely reports to the Commission’s committees and to the Commission;
• Develop and implement a Service Charter for the Directorate;
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with stakeholders;
• Develop team capabilities, build a cohesive team and foster a culture that promotes the core values of the commission.
• Initiate remuneration reviews of public sector salary structures and make appropriate recommendations in line with the Commissions principles;
• Oversee the analysis of salaries, remuneration and benefits for state officers and other public offices;
• Spearhead the development of a total compensation structure;
• Spearhead the acquisition, customization and application of a Job Evaluation system for the Public service;
• Oversee job evaluation exercise for public sector jobs;
• Provide oversight and advice on collective bargaining negotiations processes in relation to the mandate of the commission;
• Plan, initiate and formulate the Commission’s research strategy, annual research plan and conduct research that will inquire into and advise on the salaries to be paid out of public funds;
• Ensure timely communication of appropriate advice to the Commission through provision of research findings and progress reports through various fora;
• Develop and implement methods, tools and procedures for monitoring and evaluating research projects that will ensure the public service’ ability to attract and retain required skills.
• Maintain a comprehensive and up to date knowledge of developments in policy and practice in relation to research information, compliance and relevant intelligence;
• Develop internal and external linkages to effectively manage the Commission’s relationships with relevant stakeholders in relation remuneration and benefits;
• Develop and implement a framework to recognize productivity and performance in pay determination and foster a culture of productivity.
• Minimum Qualifications and Personal Specifications

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Economics, Statistics, Human Resources, Public or Business Administration or other relevant field from a recognised university;
• Proven relevant experience of at least twelve (12) years, six (6) years of which must be at management level in a reputable organization;
• Relevant Professional qualification will be an added advantage;
• Certificate in a Leadership Course from a recognized institution;

Key Competencies

• Meets the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya
• Demonstrate ability to manage and lead high performing teams.
• Ability to deliver results in a complex and dynamic environment.
• Capacity to demonstrate strategic mind-set and innovation.
• Ability to identify customer needs, develop service standards and deliver service excellence.
• Demonstrate knowledge in relevant legislation and applicable standards.
• High level of integrity and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent analytical, report writing, collaboration and communication skills.
• Significant expertise and experience in identifying, reviewing, analyzing and summarizing complex papers;
• Knowledge of project monitoring and evaluation techniques; analysis, public finance management principles and processes;
• Appreciation of the macro and micro economic environment;
• Be conversant with the Public Service Policies and practices on remuneration systems;
• Good understanding of the Kenyan labour laws and related statutes;
• Demonstrated competences and capabilities in handling remuneration matters;
• Must be able to work with high level of confidentiality