Mount Kenya University Manager - Employee Resourcing & Development Jobs in Kenya

Mount Kenya University Manager - Employee Resourcing & Development Jobs in Kenya


Job Summary:

  • Conduct Monthly/ Quarterly/ Bi-annual or annual reviews of staffing levels in every section to determine the best human resource strategy prior to recruitment.

  • Cross-examine staff establishments received from the Academic and Administration Planning and Institutional Advancement Divisions prior to submission to the University Management Board.

  • Ensure the University obtains and retains the human resources it needs in line with the University’s policies and procedures.

  • Ensure that the turnaround time for filling of vacancies created through separation of staff is practical to enhance business continuity.

  • Effectively manage the recruitment and selection process.

  • Promote equality and diversity as part of the university culture in recruitment.

  • Facilitate all interviews for staff promotion in consultation with the respective process owners in line with the University Statutes and Schedules.

  • Create, organize, plan, and present various forms of on-boarding, orientation, and skills training for employees ensuring submission of induction reports to enable continuous improvement.

  • Assesses training and development needs through surveys, interviews, focus groups, and communication with section heads on a regular basis to develop new training programs or modify and improve existing ones.

  • Develop and implement staff training and development programs and budgets.

  • In liaison with the Performance Management Committee, implement the performance management system by ensuring that performance across the University is deliberately planned, monitored and evaluated.

  • Coordinate staff performance appraisals across the campuses and ensure that the necessary remedies are implemented.

  • Ensure employee potential is maximized by encouraging cross-team activities and participation in coaching and mentorship programmes.

  • Advise staff members on career development matters in line with the University’s Schemes of Service.

  • Guide staff on all training procedures including application, bonding, progress reports and study leave.

  • Develop a knowledge management plan to promote data literacy and enable knowledge sharing and collaboration within the University.

  • Develop succession planning programs and strategies aimed at creating a pool of trained workers for
    advancement to key positions with the intention of safeguarding the University against any contingencies relating to the exit of key staff.

  • Perform any other duty as may be assigned by the immediate supervisor.

    Position Requirements:

  • Holder of a Master’s degree in Human Resource Management (HRM) or equivalent from a recognized University.

  • 5 years’ experience in Administration at the University level or at a similar position in a recognized institution.

    Skills and Core Competences:

  • Possess effective communication, persuasive and interpersonal skills, as well as logical and sound decision making ability;

  • Possess strong strategic planning and change management skills;

  • Capacity to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines;

  • Possess firm, fair and transparent management style; and

  • Be a creative, ethical, innovative and transformative leader

    Terms and Conditions of Service:

  • Successful candidates shall be offered a competitive remuneration package in accordance with the Mount Kenya University terms and conditions of service.

    How to Apply

  • Suitably qualified candidates should apply in confidence through the email address below attaching a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) that clearly indicates the names, telephone contacts and addresses of three referees.

  • Please note that only email (softcopy) applications sent to

  • recruitment@mku.ac.ke on or before 14th August 2020 will be considered for evaluation.

    Notice:

  • Mount Kenya University is an equal opportunity employer.

  • Any form of canvassing by any candidate will lead to disqualification.

  • Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

  • Candidates invited to attend formal interviews must produce original copies of attached documents during the interview sessions.


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