Manager, Human Resource Management at The Office of the Auditor-General (OAG)

Purpose of the job:

Reporting to the Deputy Director – Human Resource, the Manager – Human Resource will be responsible for the implementation of sound labour relations, Resourcing, Staff Welfare programs and Performance Management initiatives in the Office of the Auditor-General (OAG).

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist line managers in the interpretation of Human Resource policies, procedures and regulations;
• Attend employee related court cases and provide information for use as evidence on behalf of the Office of the Auditor-General;
• Coordinate with senior management on staff welfare and discipline to maintain a professional standard as required by general human resource practices management;
• Implement various staff welfare interventions in the Office;
• Coordinate the implementation of performance management processes for other departments in line with the organization’s policy and regulations;
• Carry out an institution-wide staff performance analysis, interpret the results of the performance appraisal process and give recommendations on staff promotions to management;
• Participate in the development and maintenance of performance evaluation tools and provide training to staff on performance improvement;
• Analyze and establish staffing needs according to organization structure, strategic plan, annual operational plan and budget;
• Participate in the development and review of the performance management strategy, policy and procedures for the Organization in line with the corporate strategic plan
• Design training plans and training dashboards in accordance with allocated training budget for learning offerings that minimize competency gaps in the Office;
• Initiate suitable learning and development interventions or training programs and evaluate the content for skill improvement for staff at the institution;

Requirements for appointment:

• A Bachelor degree in Human Resource Management, Business Management/Administration, Organization Development or any other relevant Social Science degree from a recognized university
• Diploma/Post graduate diploma in Human Resource Management from a recognized institution;
• A Master’s degree in Human Resource Management, Business Management / Administration, Organization Development or any other relevant Social Science from a recognized university will be an added advantage.
• Proficiency in Computer Applications and knowledge of Human Resource Management Information System will be an added advantage.
• Senior Management Course or its equivalent from a recognized institution will be an added advantage.
• Must be a registered member of the Institute of Human Resource Management of good standing.
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of Kenya Labour Laws
• 9 years relevant working experience 3 of which must have been at a HR Officer or equivalent level.