Jobs
>
Nairobi

    Assistant Director Human Resource Management - Nairobi, Kenya - Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute

    Default job background
    Full time
    Description

    ABOUT THE COMPANY

    Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute is empowered to carry out research in Marine and Freshwater fisheries, Aquatic biology, Aquaculture, Environmental Chemistry, Ecological, Geological and Hydrological studies, as well as Chemical and Physical Oceanography.

    JOB SUMMARY

    Requirements for Appointment/Person SpecificationFor appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: -Master's degree in any of the following disciplines: - Human Resource Management, Business Management, Business Administration, or its equivalent qualification from recognized institution;Bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management or its equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;Professional qualification in human resource management e.g. Certified Human Resource Management Professionals (CHRP);At least eight (8) years relevant work experience and at least three (3) years in management level in a comparable position in public service or private sector;Membership to the Institute of Human Resource Management in good standing with a practicing certificate;Proficiency in computer applications;Minimum KCSE C+ (plus) or its equivalent;Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks, or equivalent, from a recognized institution;Demonstrated good results in work performance; andMet the requirements of Chapter Six of Constitution.Key Competencies and SkillsMentoring, coaching and leadership skills;Good interpersonal skills;Organization skills;Strong communication and reporting skills;Problem solving skills;Strong analytical skills; andConflict resolution

    RESPONSIBILITIES

    The duties and responsibilities of the officer will entail: -Overseeing the development, implementation and review of human resource management policies, plans, strategies, programs, processes and budgets;Managing employee relations programmes and ensuring staff discipline is maintained;Managing the staff performance appraisal system;Prepare and monitor the implementation of departmental Work Plan;Overseeing human resource planning and development;Coordinate the staff induction and on-boarding programmes;Promotes best practices in the management of human resource function;Develop, implement and review of the Institute's human resource career guidelines;Coordinate the development and implementation of annual performance contracts in the department;Ensure compliance and mainstreaming of crosscutting issues such as occupational health and safety, HIV/AIDS, Gender, Disability, Alcohol and Drug Substance Abuse policies;Overseeing the implementation of training programs based on identified needs;Overseeing the monitoring and evaluation of effectiveness of training and development programmes;Providing guidance on development and updating of the human resource database;Overseeing the effective administration of the payroll system;Oversees the development and implementation of grievance handling mechanisms among staff;Overseeing the reconciliation of staff compliment and establishment;Overseeing the administration of staff welfare;Approves leave applications, sick sheets and sick offs for staff;Advising on the HR management information systems; andProviding secretarial services to the Institute Human Resource Management Advisory Committee (HRMAC).

    REQUIRED SKILLS

    Human resource and personnel development, Human resources information systems, Personnel administration (working hours, holidays), Leadership skills, Employee relations and consultations

    REQUIRED EDUCATION

    Post-graduate education



  • Tourism Fund Nairobi, Kenya Full time

    ABOUT THE COMPANY · Tourism Fund is a body corporate established under the Tourism Act, 2011 which came into operation on 1st September, 2012 vide special issue Kenya Gazette Supplement No. 93 of 24th August, 2012. The Fund is the legal successor to Catering and Tourism Developme ...


  • International Organization for Migration Nairobi, Kenya Full time

    ABOUT THE COMPANY · Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. · With 162 member states, a further 9 states holding observer status and off ...


  • Tourism Fund Nairobi, Kenya Full time

    ABOUT THE COMPANY · Tourism Fund is a body corporate established under the Tourism Act, 2011 which came into operation on 1st September, 2012 vide special issue Kenya Gazette Supplement No. 93 of 24th August, 2012. The Fund is the legal successor to Catering and Tourism Developme ...


  • CARE International Nairobi, Kenya Full time

    ABOUT THE COMPANY · CARE is a global leader within a worldwide movement dedicated to ending poverty. · JOB SUMMARY · Under the guidance and supervision of the Country Director, the Human Resources Manager is responsible for the formulation and transparent implementation of HR str ...


  • Dorbe-Leit Solutions Limited Nairobi, Kenya Full time

    Dorbe-Leit Consulting Limited is a consulting practice providing transformational human resource management based services. We become involved with our clients in their transformation, providing services that are value-adding and measurable in their contribution to our clients' s ...


  • Islamic Relief Nairobi, Kenya Full time

    Islamic Relief Worldwide is an international humanitarian organisation that provides development programs and humanitarian relief around the globe, regardless of race, political affiliation, gender or belief. · JOB PURPOSE · The Human Resource Manager is a member of the Country M ...


  • CARE Nairobi, Kenya Full time

    JOB SUMMARY · Under the guidance and supervision of the Country Director, the Human Resources Manager is responsible for the formulation and transparent implementation of HR strategies and the effective delivery of HR services. He/she will assess client needs, interpret, and appl ...


  • International Organization for Migration (IOM) Nairobi, Kenya Full time

    Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners · Context: · Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission (CoM) and direct supervision o ...


  • United Nations Children's Fund Nairobi, Kenya

    · Job Description · Description · –> · Somalia is a chronic humanitarian emergency country where conflict, drought, displacement and climate change drive the fragile situation. Most of UNICEF Somalia's funding over the last CPD cycle (2018 – 2020) came from a small pool of publi ...


  • United Nations Children's Fund Nairobi, Kenya

    · Job Description · Description · –> · These goals have seen some significant traction with the CO's efforts to forge new partnerships and 2020 granting of debt relief to Somalia, affording new partnership opportunities with the Gulf States through KSrelief and the World Bank th ...


  • United Nations Children's Fund Nairobi, Kenya

    · Job Description · Description · –> · UNICEF works in some of the world's toughest places, to reach the world's most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential. · Programme and Puntland Health programme both funded ...


  • United Nations Children's Fund Nairobi, Kenya

    · Job Description · Description · –> · UNICEF works in some of the world's toughest places, to reach the world's most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential. · Programme and Puntland Health programme both funded ...


  • Drugs for Neglected Diseases initiative (DNDi) Nairobi, Kenya Full time

    Drugs for Neglected Diseases initiative (DNDi) is an independent, not-for-profit drug development initiative established in 2003 by five publicly-funded research organizations - Malaysian Ministry of Health, Kenya Medical Research Institute, Indian Council of Medical Research, Os ...


  • Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) Nairobi, Kenya Full time

    When you choose to launch your medical career at KMTC, you join more than 26,000 students at the College who aspire to improve the health of communities they live in.When you join one of the 50-plus specialized courses offered at KMTC, you will be a part of the biggest human reso ...


  • Corporate Staffing Nairobi, Kenya Full time

    Corporate Staffing Services is a leading recruitment agency in Kenya providing complete recruitment services. In the last ten years we have been partners to local and foreign businesses looking to hire Kenyan professionals. We have recruited for diverse clients in different secto ...


  • Kisii County Government Nairobi, Kenya Full time

    Kisii County is one of the forty seven Counties of Kenya. It shares common borders with Nyamira County to the North East, Narok County to the South and Homabay and Migori Counties to the West. · VACANCY NO. KSI/PSB/EA/8/2024 · Requirements for Appointment: · Be a Kenyan Citizen. ...


  • Kenya Bureau of Standards Nairobi, Kenya Full time

    The Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) has remained the premier government agency for the provision of Standards, Metrology and Conformity Assessment (SMCA) services since its inception in 1974 · Job Purpose · Provides strategic leadership and is accountable for the formulation, im ...


  • Competition Authority of Kenya (the Authority) Nairobi, Kenya Full time

    The Competition Authority of Kenya (the Authority) is a Statutory Agency established under the Competition Act No.12 of 2010. The Authority's mandate is to promote and safeguard competition and also protect consumers from unfair and misleading market conduct. · Job Purpose · To s ...


  • Staffrite Nairobi Area, Kenya Full time

    Our Client operates in the hospitality industry. They are seeking to hire a Group HR Manager to join and lead their Human Resources department. The Group HR Manager's responsibilities include overseeing the recruitment process, designing company policies and setting objectives fo ...


  • MicroSave Consulting (MSC) Nairobi, Kenya Full time

    MicroSave Consulting (MSC) is a boutique consulting firm that has, for 20 years, pushed the world towards meaningful financial, social, and economic inclusion. With 11 offices around the globe, about 180 staff of different nationalities and varied expertise, we are proud to be wo ...