HR & Admin. Manager at Rose Avenue Group

A leading Print, Design and Packaging solutions provider is looking to hire HR & Admin. Manager. They will be responsible for the overall management and coordination of human resource and administration functions. This role manages the human assets in the organization, ensuring continuous availability of the necessary skills and that the organization gets value from its human assets while ensuring complete statutory compliance.

Job Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership to the day-to-day operations of the HR & Admin department, while maintaining focus on the company’s strategic goals.
• Develop and ensure good understanding of the HR policies and procedures, terms and conditions of employment through internal communications and or staff meetings where necessary.
• Manage the disciplinary and grievance processes in accordance with approved policy and in compliance with the legal requirements.
• Maintain harmonious industrial relations with the Staff Union; lead the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) negotiations and manage implementation of the same.
• Work with Functional Heads to understand the business strategy and workforce requirements and staff development plans accordingly.
• Prepare the annual HR and Administration Plan to support the overall strategic aims and objectives of the Company.
• Manage recruitment process and oversee the placement and induction of new staff.
• Implement and/or support the Company’s staff related change management initiatives and acting as the internal human resources consultant on various matters as may be required from time to time by Functional Heads.
• Manage the Company’s remuneration including payroll administration, Staff Medical Insurance scheme, WIBA etc;
• Promote staff welfare and wellness.
• Lead the implementation of the Company’s performance management system based on agreed objectives and agreed key performance indicators.
• Provide oversight over the Learning and Development Function and ensuring that the Company’s training and development plans are prepared in time and appropriate training initiatives are deployed in line with the training calendar.
• Oversee staff leave utilization and making appropriate recommendations.
• Oversee the day-to-day administration processes and operations for e?ective service delivery and compliance.
• Develop departmental budget and business plans to achieve the set company targets.
• Resolve audit and risk related issues identified during HR audits, implementing them and making recommendations.
• Implement, monitor and facilitate performance management programs and support staff through training, mentorship and coaching.
• Manage the development and delivery of the administrative function, including records, front office and the administrative support team to provide effective and efficient services; versee administrative services such as office services, registry, outsourced services and transport.
• Manage the HR & Admin team to achieve optimal performance, including the management of workloads and resourcing, performance management, constructive feedback and facilitation of ongoing professional and technical development

Key Outputs/Deliverables:

1. Effective recruitment, staff development and retention practices. This includes career development and succession planning.
2. Management of employee performance, reward and recognition (salaries and benefits)
3. Management of employee relations and general safety (welfare and compliance)
4. Effective records management, ensuring compliance and supporting decision making.
5. Management of general administration such as cleanliness, reception area, work environment, etc.

Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in a business related field/social sciences, with a major in Human Resource Management
• Higher Diploma in Human Resource Management or CHRP-K.
• Must be a full member of IHRM.
• 8+ years human resource management experience preferably in a manufacturing/production environment, with at least 3 years as a Manager.
• Experience handling Staff Union matters/unionized staff is key.
• Diverse experience in human resource and administration management; exposure to the Kenyan Labour Laws.
• Specialist knowledge in change and conflict management
• Excellent leadership, strategic, analytical thinking, people-management, interpersonal, problem-solving, presentation, project management (from conception to completion), and planning skills.
• Self-starter, high energy level with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise work, set targets and make decisions.
• Commercial acumen and financial awareness;
• Demonstrates commitment to results delivery while exceeding expectations.
• Self-motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines, and reporting.
• Highest level of personal and professional integrity.