General Manager, Corporate Services at Kenya Electricity Generating Company PLC, KenGen

Job Summary

Reporting to the Managing Director & CEO, the job holder is responsible for providing strategic leadership in the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of corporate services strategies and drawing execution plans for implementation of Human Resource, Administration, Transport, Property and Community Relations functions.

Job Description

Duties and responsibilities

• Developing and implementing human resource, administration, transport, property and community relations strategies, policies and plans for optimal business performance and productivity.
• Advising Management on appropriate Corporate Services management practices to achieve the corporate objectives.
• Advising on appropriate organizational structures, talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management, capacity development, employee well-being and career and succession management plan for the business while ensuring Industrial harmony
• Championing and implementing successful employee engagements, change management initiatives that maximize on organizational effectiveness.
• Development of strategic partnerships and alliances that facilitate the efficient and effective provision of administrative, recreational, and transport services
• Overseeing the managing of the company fleet operations while ensuring safety, efficiency and cost effectiveness.
• Develop policies and technologies that optimize and reduce operational risks.
• Oversee the company’s property, land assets and lease agreements that support the current operations and future expansion.
• Ensure adherence to employee rights and other relevant regulations.
• Overseeing the Company’s Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives and provide policy direction on the programmes.
• Development of strategic partnerships and alliances that facilitate the efficient and effective provision of administrative, recreational, security and transport services.
• Leading in the design and implementation of community engagement and CSR programs, fostering strong relations with host communities and stakeholders.
• Address community concerns proactively, ensuring sustainable coexistence and mutual benefit.
• Preparing, implementing, and monitoring of departmental budget and procurement plan
• Coaching, mentoring, and developing employees using relevant human resource tools
• Lead with an innovative mindset that fosters a culture of creativity, continuous improvement and forward-thinking solutions.
• Ensuring adherence to quality, occupational health, and safety standards

Person specifications

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:

• At least Fifteen (15) years relevant experience in a relevant field, five (5) years of which should be in Senior Management.
• Master’s degree in human resource management, Business Administration or Social Sciences from a recognized institution.
• Bachelor’s degree in human resource management, Business Administration or Social Sciences from a recognized institution
• Be a member of the Institute of Human Resource Management (IHRM) in good standing.
• Demonstrated high performance and leadership in previous roles.
• Leadership Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution.
• Fulfill the requirements of chapter six (6) of the Constitution.