Insurance Regulatory Authority Assistant Director, Human Resource Management Jobs in Kenya

Job Summary

  • The Assistant Director, Human Resource Management is responsible for providing strategic leadership in the development and implementation of human resource management policies, programs and initiatives that support organizational effectiveness and achievement of the Authority's mandate.

  • The role oversees workforce planning, talent management, employee relations, performance management, payroll administration, organizational development and compliance with human resource laws, regulations and best practices.

    Key Responsibilities
    Human Resource Strategy and Policy Management

  • Guide line managers and staff in the implementation of human resource management strategies, policies and procedures.

  • Coordinate implementation of Board and Management decisions in accordance with established rules, regulations and procedures.

  • Coordinate the development, implementation and review of human resource management strategies, plans, policies and procedures.

  • Provide secretariat services to the Human Resource Management Advisory Committee.

    Human Resource Planning and Talent Management

  • Prepare human resource plans and succession management strategies.

  • Coordinate recruitment, selection, placement, career progression and succession planning activities.

  • Support development of a competent and sustainable workforce.

    Learning and Development

  • Manage and coordinate staff training and development activities.

  • Promote capacity building and continuous professional development initiatives.

  • Identify organizational learning needs and support implementation of training programs.

    Performance Management

  • Manage and coordinate implementation of the performance management system.

  • Monitor staff performance and facilitate performance improvement initiatives.

  • Support achievement of organizational and departmental performance targets.

    Employee Relations and Welfare

  • Administer employee health, wellbeing and wellness programs.

  • Coordinate staff welfare schemes and employee assistance programs.

  • Manage employee relations matters, including disciplinary processes and grievance handling.

  • Promote positive employee relations, organizational values and ethical work practices.

    Human Resource Administration

  • Coordinate development, management and maintenance of staff contracts, personnel files and employee records.

  • Approve staff leave and attendance management processes.

  • Coordinate implementation and maintenance of the Human Resource Management Information System (HRMIS).

  • Ensure proper management and security of HR records and information.

    Payroll and Benefits Administration

  • Coordinate preparation of payroll data and maintenance of payroll records.

  • Ensure payroll administration complies with legal requirements and organizational policies.

  • Authorize payroll and staff-related expenditures to ensure timely payment of salaries and employee benefits.

    Organizational Development and Change Management

  • Champion organizational development and change management initiatives.

  • Promote national values, principles and ethical work culture within the Authority.

  • Support workforce transformation and continuous improvement programs.

    Leadership, Reporting and Compliance

  • Supervise staff and monitor performance within the Human Resource Management Department.

  • Coordinate preparation of accurate monthly, quarterly and annual HR reports.

  • Coordinate preparation and utilization of Human Resource Management budgets.

  • Ensure compliance with statutory, legal and regulatory human resource management requirements.

    Qualifications

    Applicants should possess either:

    Option 1

  • Bachelor's Degree in Human Resource Management from a recognized institution.

    OR

    Option 2

  • Bachelor's Degree in Public Administration, Business Administration or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.

  • Diploma or Higher Diploma in Human Resource Management or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.

    Professional and Academic Requirements

  • Master's Degree in Human Resource Management, Human Resource Development, Business Administration or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.

  • Certified Human Resource Professional (CHRP) or an equivalent professional qualification.

  • Valid Human Resource Practicing Certificate.

  • Membership of the Institute of Human Resource Management (IHRM) or another relevant professional body and be in good standing.

  • Leadership Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution.

  • Proficiency in computer applications.

    Experience

  • At least nine (9) years of cumulative relevant work experience.

  • At least three (3) years of experience at the level of Principal Human Resource Management Officer or in a comparable position.

  • Demonstrated experience in strategic human resource management, employee relations and organizational development.

    Required Competencies

  • Communication skills.

  • Interpersonal skills.

  • Analytical and problem-solving skills.

  • Report writing skills.

  • Presentation skills.

  • Mentoring, coaching and leadership skills.

  • Human resource planning and talent management expertise.

  • Employee relations and conflict resolution skills.

  • Organizational development and change management capabilities.


    How to apply

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