Head of Human Resources at Fanisi HR Solutions

We are looking for a Head of Human Resources.

Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the Head of HR will be overall responsible for the Human Resource function of the organisation. He/she will ensure that the Human Capital at Medanta is optimally resourced, engaged and motivated and delivers on the brand promise.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Overall in charge of running the HR function in the company efficiently within approved budgets
• Align the HR strategy to the overall business strategy objectives
• Implement strategies that ensure all staff deliver value added service to patients, clients and all stakeholders
• Develop an annual manpower plan to entail headcount analysis, departmental structures and all staff costs
• Responsible for supporting the Hiring Manager in the recruitment and selection process, including recruiting contract staff and locums
• Create a robust onboarding and orientation system
• Establish an effective Performance Management System for the company in line with the Strategic Plan
• Develop and manage a fair and effective Rewards and Recognition system, inclusive of justifiable salary grades, performance-based rewards, commissions and incentives
• Champion and model the Company Culture as defined by the Strategy
• Have a keen and proactive understanding of statutory requirements and ensure adherence to all labour requirements
• Create effective discipline and grievance policies and processes and ensure they are followed
• Oversee an efficient and effective HR administration system where all documentation is always up-to-date and accurate
• Provide leadership support & mentorship to managers and team leaders and assist them in managing their teams to meet performance expectations and demonstrate the company culture articulated in the strategy
• Lead Organizational Development & optimize the Human Capital
• Conduct a Training Needs Analysis and organize and coordinate effective internal and external training programs for all teams. Will be expected to conduct training
• Implement employee retention strategies leading to an engaged team and to ensure low staff turnover
• Oversee the efficient running of the HRMIS for effective and efficient processing of information
• Ensure optimal internal communication for all teams including those in satellite locations
• Manage and develop the HR team and oversee all the HR functions
• Prepare the department’s budgets

Person’s specifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in HR or related Field
• A higher Diploma in HR
• At least 5 years’ experience in HR Management, with at least two within the healthcare industry as an added advantage
• Demonstrated knowledge of excellent strategic HR systems, processes, procedures and practices
• Thorough understanding of the Kenyan labour laws
• Able to implement an excellent performance management system
• Working knowledge of strategy implementation
• Fully registered to practice HR in Kenya
• Very high emotional intelligence
• Must have excellent people skills
• Keen attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills both oral and in writing
• Experience dealing with culture change
• A confident leader, able to inspire and motivate teams
• Lively and energetic
• Must have strong training skills, able to create training content
• Mature, respectful and able to judge with wisdom
• Must have strong references from previous employers