HelpAge International Regional Human Resource & Staff Development Manager Job in Nairobi, Kenya
HelpAge International is the secretariat to the HelpAge Global Network, which brings together a wide range of organisations and individuals working to promote the rights and meet the needs of older women and
men, nationally and internationally.
Our long-term vision is to establish a global movement of strong connected age focused and older people led platforms in every country in the world.
We aim to extend the reach and influence of the HelpAge Global Network and all those in a position to help bring about our vision for older persons, including Governments, regional institutions, policy makers, development partners, the private sector, UN organisations and academic institutions.
Responsibilities
Strategic HR Management
Develop HR strategies and plans to support HelpAge International mission and values
Support the achievement of business objectives by providing strategic HR advice to the leadership team and other relevant stakeholders
Provide technical HR guidance to regional and country teams on key HR issues such as policy interpretation, performance management, compensation and benefits, recruitment and retention strategies, etc.
Provide advice on employee relation issues (including disciplinary and grievance, capability, whistleblowing, etc.). Manage and resolve complex issues when needed.
Develop, implement and monitor HR systems, policies, procedures, and best practice to strengthen country and regional HR functions.
Maintain in depth knowledge of legal requirements related to people management, ensuring regulatory compliance and reducing legal risks.
Advise the Senior management team on human resource planning and management in line with
organizational policies and legal framework
Support the country programmes in salary surveys and interpretation of results as well as recommendations for rolling out
Maintain overview of legal aspects of HR management in the countries and advice senior teams as necessary
Manage the recruitment and selection process of key roles within the region and country programmes.
Participate in regional leadership team meetings and flag up key HR issues
Input into periodic change process through structural profiling of countries, make recommendations and highlight risks based on legal and operating environment assessment
In consultation with senior management team, draw and implement sustainable human resource action plans based on recommendations from organization review and external audits.
Roll out and maintain the Human Resource Information System – Cascade in all countries within Africa Region. Be the focal point for Cascade in the region and provide support to other HR colleagues in country as necessary.
HR Administration
Lead in the recruitment of senior management including expatriates in the Africa region.
Oversee the payroll function in the regional office
Oversee the HR administration of the regional office
Maintain a regional data base of staff/ consultants/ volunteers working in the region
Provide regular sensitization of staff on the performance management system to ensure it is understood and effectively implemented.
Manage the on boarding process for newly appointed country directors and staff within the regional office.
Undertake HR audits of the country programmes and identify areas of improvement necessary
Develop relevant policies and manuals for new country programmes as well as support in
revision of the HR policies in other country programmes
Act as a key HR contact in the Africa region for the global emergency response team , supporting regional/country teams to mobilise/recruit staff for quick deployment
Staff Development
Work with managers to develop a regional staff development plan for all staff.
Advise on learning and development interventions to include staff exchange and secondments.
Provide support to regional and country staff around performance feedback, coaching, career development, identifying and executing appropriate actions as appropriate.
Develop, lead and facilitate training sessions related to key organisational policies and procedures that is also based on learning gaps and career development
Identify quality and cost effective training strategies for group trainings of staff
Be the E-learning system owner for the region, advise staff to develop new content , popularize the e-learning platform by campaigning for various courses with the assistance of HR in London
Work with RD/Country Directors to develop a succession plans for specific positions within the regional office and country programmes as necessary and relevant
Undertake training of the HR focal points within country teams
Develop and maintain network with training institutions, universities and other INGOs
Identify and discuss ways to promote female staff and their participation in decision making at different levels is ensured
Competencies and Qualifications
Past experience working in a senior
leadership role at a regional level
Extremely strong communication,
negotiation and representational skills and
ability to work at a regional level
Ability to communicate effectively and
Technical/ Job Related
Experience developing and implementing
HR strategies at country and regional level
Experience in coordination of staff
development processes using diverse
approaches
Solid experience in advising /dealing with
build strong relationships with a diverse
group of employees, managers and external stakeholders, both remotely and
in person.
Self-motivated and comfortable working
independently
Ability to lead complex projects and
initiatives that require multi- level
stakeholder engagement
Ability to manage multiple priorities
Excellent information analysis skills
Knowledge of key HR strategic issues
within the Africa region including legal
frameworks employee relation issues. Experience with conflict resolution , including conducting
effective and objective investigations
Experience of recruitment planning and
management of recruitments
Skills to train and support HR staff and also managers on a range of HR related issues
Knowledge of HR databases and information management
Knowledge and experience in
commissioning salary surveys and
interpreting information therefrom
How to Apply
To apply, send your cv and cover letter, detailing how you meet the criteria for this role to jobs.africa@helpage.org by 16th August, 2018
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