Human Resource Manager at Kwale Water & Sewerage Company Ltd

PRIMARY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Monitor implementation of human resource strategy, policies and procedures in line with the Company’s strategic plan;
• Liaison with user departments to ensure that the organization obtains and retains the people it needs and employs them productively;
• Coordinate organizational Training Needs Assessment and plans including training and development interventions in line with the overall strategy for improved performance;
• Develop and maintain a cohesive and flexible performance-based culture that will deliver on the Company’s objectives;
• Implement and coordinate review the Company’s organizational structure for the optimal establishment to support the Utility’s processes and ensure effective manpower and succession planning;
• Ensure all elements of the human resource cycle, i.e. manpower planning & establishment, recruitment and selection, employee and industrial relations, staff welfare, training & development, career & performance management, compensation and reward and exist management are effectively implemented across all the departments;
• Develop and review job descriptions, specifications and salary scale grading in line with the job scope and dynamics in liaison with user departments;
• Manage employee relations (Unionism), benefits, pension/gratuity, medical, insurance, welfare, safety and health to foster a conducive work environment and ensure legal compliance;
• Coordinate and supervise the administrative functions of the organization including security services, and ensure safety in the work place and provision of working tools and PPE (Protective personnel Equipment);

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management.
• At least five (5) years of progressive and relevant experience in a senior position preferably in the Public Sector.
• Master degree will be an added advantage.
• Be a full member of the Institute of Human Resource Management (IHRM) and in good standing;
• Hold a valid Practicing Certificate from IHRM;
• Strong knowledge of labour laws, government regulations and compliance requirements;
• Computer literacy and familiarity with standard office applications.