Manager, Human Resource & Administration at The Kenya BioVax Institute

Job Purpose:        

Provide leadership and coordination of human resource and administrative functions in the Institute as guided by relevant policies, guidelines, strategies and legislation to enhance productivity.

Requirements:

• A minimum period of ten (10) years relevant work experience in matters relating to the management of human resource or administration three (3) of which must have been in a supervisory position;
• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: - Human Resource Management/Development, Business Administration (Human Resource option), Commerce (Human Resource option), or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution

OR

• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Economics, Sociology, Public Administration, Political Science/Government, Anthropology or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution AND a Diploma/ Higher Diploma in Human Resource or Certified Human Resource Practitioner-K (CHRP-K);
• Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Human Resource Management, Public Administration, Business Administration, Anthropology or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Leadership course lasting not less than four weeks (4) from a recognized institution;
• Membership to a relevant Human Resource professional body and in good standing;
• Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results;
• Proficiency in computer applications; and
• Meet the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the constitution.

 Key Competencies and skills

• A clear understanding of the human resource management function;
• Budgeting and planning;
• Analytical and conceptual skills;
• Good communication and interpersonal skills;
• Leadership and managerial skills;
• Managing performance and driving for outcomes;
• High standards of professional ethics;
• Negotiation and influencing skills;
• Decision making and problem-solving;
• Coaching and mentoring skills;
• Team building; and
• Results-driven.

Job Specification

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Coordinate the development, review and implementation of human resource management and administration policies, regulations, plans, strategies, human resource instruments and guidelines;
• Provide advice on human resource management and administration;
• Undertake human resource planning, recruitment, selection, induction, placement and manage separation;
• Manage the staff benefit schemes for instance medical, pension and various insurances scheme;
• Ensure institutionalization of performance management including performance appraisal system;
• Plan and budget for the Institute personnel emoluments and staff development;
• Manage the staff compensation and rewards;
• Prepare relevant human resource reports for submission to the Board whenever required in a timely manner;
• Coordinate and evaluate the impact of staff training and development;
• Handle staff disciplinary matters and grievances in accordance with the existing policies, procedures and laws;
• Manage staff establishment to ensure optimal staffing level;
• Oversee the development and implementation of human resource management information systems;
• Manage employee relations and staff welfare; and
• Coordinate the management of the service’s fleet, equipment and assets in liaison with security function.

 Terms of Service

• The successful applicant will be appointed for five (5) year contract term renewable subject to satisfactory work performance and retirement age.