Head, People & Culture at Standard Bank Group

Job Description

To provide strategic direction to Country Leadership on all People & Culture(P&C) requirements. Develop and align the P&C strategy for the country to the Group P&C Strategy, Group Business Unit strategies and the country ‘s strategic imperatives. Accountable for implementing the P&C strategy and the delivery of P&C services, policies and programs across the business. Act an active member of the country executive team.

Qualifications

• Degree in Human Resources or related is required
• Post Graduate degree in Business Commerce, Human Resources or Social Science is an advantage
• Required/mandatory: registration with the Institute of Human Resource Management (IHRM) and possession of a valid annual Practising Certificate in accordance with the HRMP Act, 2012.
• Required/mandatory: CHRP-K qualification (or recognised equivalent certification) from HRMPEB.
• Master’s Degree Human Resources is preferred

Experience Required: 

• Minimum 10 years’ progressive HR experience, with at least 5 years operating at senior management level.
• Demonstrated governance awareness and ability to discharge fiduciary responsibilities consistent with the Companies Act (2015), where applicable.
• Demonstrable and current knowledge of the Employment Act (2007), Labour Relations Act (2007), and Occupational Safety and Health Act (2007).
• Proven experience managing industrial relations in Kenya, including engagement with trade unions and collective bargaining processes.
• Working as a strategic partner to business leadership across the geography, including multiple portfolios and locations.
• Leadership experience within a multinational or matrix structure with the executive and senior management teams in a complex environment including alignment with global HR frameworks and international labour standards.
• Proven track record of driving people strategies n complex, dynamic organisations.