KURA CHIEF HUMAN RESOURCE OFFICER

4.    CHIEF HUMAN RESOURCE OFFICER KURA/HR&A/12/001 JG 7  (1 POST)

The successful candidate will report to Manager Human Resource and Administration

Job Summary

To effectively manage, coordinate and administer all the HR functions and policies relating to employees, so as to ensure peaceful Industrial relations and enhanced productivity.

Key Responsibilities

·         Deputize the Human Resource and Administration Manager in performance management related activities including performance review meetings, disciplinary committee meeting, teambuilding etc.

·         Coordinate Training activities for the Authority and carryout secretarial duties to the training committee functions as delegated by the Departmental Manager

·         Advice staff members on emerging local and international trends on both social and environmental issues likely to affect their employment.

·         Manage the collection and update of staff personal details

·         Assist in Developing Human Resource Plans and policies.

·         Participate in staff discipline processes, manage staff welfare, employee conflict and bereavement

·         Plan, co-ordinate and prepare reports pertaining to the Departments Performance Contract obligations.

·         Communicate performance expectations and coordinate performance appraisal for the entire Authority.

·         Manage and maintain peaceful Industrial relations in liaison with relevant Stakeholders

·         Ensure the implementation of Human Resource Policy and the Authority's regulations in line with relevant legislation and observance by employees.

·         Advice and guide Management on all HR practices necessary, in having enhanced productivity and industrial peace. (Enumerate & sensitize staff on grievance handling procedures).

·         Prepare reports on how interpersonal relations and staff incentives within the Authority can be enhanced. (This includes co-ordination of employee recognition schemes, advice an appropriate staff rewarding and motivation system).

·         Provide guidance & counseling by helping needy employees, monitoring progress and provide various empowerment initiatives where necessary.

·         Organize induction, circulation programs and group-training sessions (in liaison with relevant HR committees) to enable employees manage the transition to new assignments and to cope with the demands of the Strategic Plan and Performance Contract.

·         Liaise with affiliate Ministries, like Labour, to ensure adherence to required labour practices and DPM requirements.

·         Make preparations for job evaluation exercises, help in the administration of the same, assist in developing supervisory skills for appraisal interviews, and analyze appraisal forms & co-ordinate recommendations from a selected committee.

·         manage the Authority's Payroll Administration

·         Undertake any other official duties as may be assigned by the Human Resource and Administration Manager from time to time.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

·         Social Science Degree from a recognized university and a Higher National Diploma in Human Resource Management.

·         Professional qualifications in Human Resource Management.

·         Membership to relevant professional body essential

·         Minimum 7 years relevant working experience

·         Strong interpersonal and leadership skills

·         Proven communication skills

·         Culture Change Agent with time management skills

·         Computer proficiency and ability to operate HR Information System

·         Rounded experience and knowledge of employment laws, procedures and policies

·         Ability to interpret, find solutions and to communicate employee concerns

·         Ability to maintain professionalism and keep abreast with emerging trends in Human Resource Management

The successful candidates may be required to work either at the Headquarter Offices or any of the Regional Offices as the case may be.

Only candidates who meet the set criteria should submit applications together with their updated CVs including details of their day time contacts, current and expected remuneration, notice period required to take up appointment where successful, names and contacts of three referees, while at the same time attaching copies of all certificates and testimonials to be hand delivered or mailed so as to reach the Director General at the address below not later than 18^th October, 2012.

All envelopes/applications should have the respective job reference number clearly marked. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

The Director General

Kenya Urban Roads Authority (KURA)

IKM BUILDING, Bishops Road

P.O. Box 41727-00100, GPO, NAIROBI

Important notice:

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and canvassing will result to automatic disqualification.

KURA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to achieving work force diversity in terms of gender and culture. Persons with Disabilities are highly encouraged to apply.