Senior Deputy Director, Human Resource and Administration, Grade Kewi 2 (1 Post) at Ministry of Water and Irrigation

Job Description

• The Senior Deputy Director, Human Resource Management and Administration KW 2 reports to the Director /CEO.

Duties and responsibilities will entail: -

• Develop human resource strategy;
• Develop and constantly review the Institute terms and conditions of service to ensure that they provide competitive employment practice and motivate staff;
• Coordinate organizational development and job reviews with a view of developing job requirements to support the organizational and personal development;
• Manage the recruitment function and provide human resource skills and competencies;
• Develop and manage welfare of the Institute and other incentive schemes such as medical, employee insurance and other health and safety requirements;
• Develop and monitor implementation of the Institute’s performance management process;
• Regularly review remuneration policy and structure and advice as appropriate;
• Analyze the staffing levels and making proposals for succession planning;
• Analyze utilization of human resources in the Institute and advising on proper deployment;
• Analyze staff progression and making proposals for career development; and
• Ensure correct interpretation and implementation of human resource regulations including those relating to pensions, salary administration, labour laws and other statutes relating to human resource management.

Job Specifications

• For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: -
• Served for a cumulative period of fifteen (15) years’ relevant work experience five (5) of which should be in senior management position;
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management or equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution;
• OR
• Bachelors’ degree in any of the following disciplines: - Economics, Sociology, Business  Administration, Public Administration, Commerce Plus a Post Graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management/Development or equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution;
• Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Human Resource Management, Public Administration, Business Administration or equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution;
• Leadership Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized Institution;
• Been registered by the Institute of Human Resource Management (IHRM);
• A valid practicing license;
• Proficiency in computer applications; and
• Demonstrated managerial, administrative and professional competence in work performance and results.