People & Culture Director at Population Services Kenya

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee the development and implementation of People & Culture policies and procedures that align with and support the organization’s strategic plan.
• Develop and implement comprehensive strategies for managing and enhancing organizational culture, ensuring alignment with the company’s vision, mission, values, and strategic goals.
• Continuously monitor and evaluate People & Culture strategies to ensure they support business needs and enhance employee experience.
• Compile and manage the People & Culture and Operations departmental budget.
• Lead the recruitment, selection, and onboarding processes to attract and retain top
• talent, ensuring a smooth integration of new employees into the PS Kenya culture.
• Collaborate with senior management to assess organizational structure and staffing needs, making recommendations for restructuring or role adjustments to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
• Oversee the administration of compensation and benefits programs, ensuring they are competitive, equitable, and aligned with the PS Kenya ’s financial objectives and employee satisfaction goals.
• Oversee the implementation of PS Kenya’s performance and learning processes, ensuring alignment with business goals and continuous professional development.
• Foster an inclusive and engaging organizational culture that promotes employee wellbeing, satisfaction, and high morale.
• Implement diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, promoting a workplace that values and respects differences and encourages contributions from all employees
• Manage employee relations, acting as a mediator in conflict resolution, addressing
• grievances, and fostering a positive work environment that encourages open communication and collaboration. Ensure high standards of discipline among staff and that People & Culture policies, including disciplinary procedures, are applied uniformly and fairly.
• Provide strategic guidance to leadership on talent management, organizational effectiveness, and cultural transformation initiatives.
• Oversee the utilization of the HR Information System, ensuring that all relevant People & Culture processes are fully automated and data driven.
• Lead the implementation of the organization’s Health and Safety program to ensure a safe working environment.
• Oversee the fleet management, security and administrative operations in line with PS
• Kenya policies and procedures to ensure a safe and secure workplace.
• Manage, develop, mentor, and coach the People & Culture and Operations team to ensure optimal performance and employee engagement.

KEY PERFOMANCE INDICATORS:

• Well-integrated People & Culture strategies aligned with business needs.
• Seamless staff recruitment, selection, and onboarding procedures.
• Effective implementation of People & Culture policies and procedures.
• Accurate and updated HR Information System.
• Efficient and impactful performance and learning processes.
• Strong organizational culture, high employee morale, and engagement.
• Effective change management and innovation-driven initiatives.
• Efficient fleet and administrative operations systems
• High-performance People & Culture and Operations department.

Academic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management, Social Science, Business Administration, or equivalent.
• Master’s degree in Human Resources Management, Organizational Development, Business Administration, or equivalent will be an added advantage.
• Professional Qualifications and Membership:
• Certified Human Resource Profession (CHRP-K)
• Higher Diploma in Human Resources Management.
• Member of Institute of Human Resource Management.

Experience:

• At least 10 years’ experience in People & Culture/Human Resource Management, with five (5) years at senior management level with a good grasp of the NGO/ Social Enterprise Sector.