Population Services International HR Business Partner Jobs in Kenya

Population Services International HR Business Partner Jobs in Kenya


Overview

Partner II, HR Business

Based in Nairobi, Kenya

5-10 % international travel

Eligible for Work From Almost Anywhere (within Kenya) Status

Reports to Senior Manager, Talent Partner

Who We Are

Population Services International (PSI) is the world's leading non-profit social marketing organization.

We are a diverse group of over 5,000 entrepreneurial development professionals located in over 40 countries committed to making it easier for all people to lead healthier lives and plan the families they desire.

PSI is using its global presence and 50+ years of experience to help reimagine healthcare.

We are working to shape market systems, shift policy and funding, and strengthen global capacity to better support consumer empowered healthcare.

Join Us

  • PSI seeks a Partner II, HR Business based in Nairobi, Kenya, that will manage a portfolio of departments, working closely with department leaders to develop integrated talent solutions that balance the achievement of business and talent management goals.

  • Advise on tactics and strategies related to the full talent life cycle including but not limited to employee relations, performance management, change management, learning and development, compensation, and workforce planning.

    Responsibilities

  • Partner with and advise client groups on the development and implementation of workforce planning strategies that facilitate the achievement of business goals and enable the business to cultivate a high performing workforce.

  • Develop strong relationships and an in-depth understanding of clients' businesses while staying abreast of industry practices in order to advise on recruitment, staffing, internal mobility, retention, performance, and team member development strategies. 35% of the Time

  • Advise management and leadership on the resolution of day-to-day to complex employee relations issues.

    Manages and resolves issues including but not limited to disciplinary actions, performance, union relations, and investigations.

    Conducts and documents effective, thorough and objective investigations.

    Reduces legal risks and ensures regulatory compliance by maintaining knowledge of legal requirements relating to HR Management. 35% of the Time

  • Advise managers on talent identification and proactive performance management throughout the year (e.g. performance discussions, coaching, counseling, providing feedback).

    Help client portfolios utilize programs and identify career development and advancement opportunities that meet their individual and team needs.

    Advise management when resolving day-to-day to complex employee relations issues.

    Reduce legal risks and ensure regulatory compliance by maintaining knowledge of legal requirements relating to HR Management. 10% of the Time

  • Lead moderately complex HR initiatives, projects, and process improvements, promoting consistency in application across business units and geographic locations (Domestic or International).

    Programs may focus on compliance (US and International), diversity, equity, and inclusion, enhancing the HR Network, branding, onboarding and succession planning. 10% of the Time

  • Collaborate with HR functional leads to facilitate seamless integration of full talent management life cycle service delivery to client groups.

    Manage and execute the HR administration/transaction processing for client groups. 10% of the Time

  • Time percentages listed above are not exact. They are estimates and may change.

    This is also not an exhaustive list of all tasks that an
    incumbent is expected to perform but is instead a summary of the primary responsibilities and requirements of the job.

    The incumbent may be asked to perform duties not included above.

    PSI reserves the right to revise job profiles at any time based on changes to the required job responsibilities.

    Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree (or international equivalent) in a related field.

  • At least 7 years of related experience.
  • Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted. (e.g., Master's degree and 5 years of related experience).

  • Experience as a HR Business Partner is an advantage.

  • HR certification preferred.

  • In-depth knowledge of multiple human resource disciplines including, but not limited to employee development, change management, recruitment, branding, compensation practices, employee relations, compliance, performance management, and (US) and international employment law.

  • In-depth knowledge of donor regulations that impact HR policies, procedures and programs preferred.

  • Excellent customer service, relationship building/management and consensus building skills.

  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

    Able to proactively identify opportunities, diagnose problems and develop client-centered and evidence-based solutions.

  • Able to translate complex HR policies, processes, and recommendations to non-HR professionals.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. French and/or Spanish language skills preferred.

  • Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

    PSI's Corporate Values

  • Measurement: You use hard evidence to make decisions and guide your work. You set clear goalposts in advance and explain clearly if you need to move them.

  • Pragmatism: You'll strive to deliver the best possible result with the resources available. You won't be paralyzed by a need to make things perfect.

  • Honesty:You own your mistakes and are open about your shortcomings – it's the only way you'll learn and improve.

  • Collaboration: You'll quickly establish a mental map of whom you can rely on for what, on your team, at headquarters, and in our country offices – if you try to do it all yourself, you won't succeed.

  • Trust: You accept limits to your sphere of control and give colleagues the benefit of the doubt.

  • Commitment: You are in it for the long-haul and want to grow with the organization, just like PSI serves its consumers and partners with host-country governments through thick and thin.

  • References will be required.

  • The successful candidate will be required to pass a background check.

  • Must be authorized to work in Kenya. N.B. PSI will not consider work visa sponsorship for this position.

    Deadline: 23 Sep 2022

    How to Apply

    Interested applicants are encouraged to visit our career Portal iCIMS to apply.

    Apply here: Population Services International HR Business Partner Jobs in Kenya

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