Position: Deputy Director, Human Resource Management and Development. Job Grade: KUH 3. [REF No: V/FT/22/2025]

Job Purpose

To provide professional and strategic leadership to the HRM&D function, ensuring the formulation, implementation, and compliance of Human Resource policies, procedures, regulations and best practices to attract and retain a high-performing, engaged and motivated workforce.

Duties and responsibilities

Reporting to the Director, Human Resource & Administration, the position holder will be responsible for the following:

i.     Coordinating the formulation and review of Human Resource Management and Development policies, procedures, and regulations.

ii.    Interpreting and advising on the application of the Human Resource Instruments, Labour Laws, public service policies, guidelines and regulations and all statutory requirements related to human resource management and development.

iii.   Directing the Hospital's workforce planning, organizational design, and job evaluation exercises.

iv.   Overseeing the implementation of recruitment, selection, on-boarding, and staff placement programs.

v.    Spearheading the development and implementation of comprehensive staff training, development and capacity building strategies.

vi.   Managing the Hospital's Performance Management System, including its implementation, monitoring, and evaluation.

vii. Coordinating the development, review and implementation of staff career progression guidelines and succession planning frameworks.

viii.    Administering employee compensation, benefits, payroll, and staff welfare schemes.

ix.   Promoting and maintaining cordial employee and industrial relations, including managing and advising on collective bargaining processes.

x.    Handling and resolving disciplinary cases, grievances, and conflicts in line with established policies and procedures.

xi.   Directing the implementation and maintenance of the Human Resource Information Management System.

xii. Advising management on change management initiatives and institutional culture development.

xiii.  Ensuring timely preparation and submission of all statutory and internal Human Resource reports.

xiv.  Guiding the formulation of the departmental budget and monitoring its execution.

Key Qualifications and Experience Requirements 

i.   Bachelor’s degree in human resource management or equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution OR A Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines:~Economics, Sociology, Business Administration, Public Administration, Commerce Plus a Post Graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management/Development or equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution.

ii.    Master’s degree in human resource management or equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution.

iii.   Must be a Certified Human Resource Professional (CHRP-K).

iv.   At least fifteen (15) years relevant work experience, three (3) of which must have been in a management position.

v.    Leadership Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized Institution.

vi.   Must be registered by the Institute of Human Resource Management (IHRM) as Full Member.

vii. Valid HR practicing license from the Institute of Human Resource Management (IHRM).

viii.  Proficiency in computer applications.

ix.   Compliance with Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.

Core Competencies

i.     Strategic thinking and innovation.

ii.    Strategic leadership and organizational change management capabilities.

iii.   Expertise in labor laws, industrial relations, and policy interpretation.

iv.   Results-oriented with strong analytical and decision-making skills.

v.    Effective communication and stakeholder engagement.

vi.   Strong team mentorship and capacity-building skills.

vii. High ethical standards and professional integrity.

Terms of Service

The successful candidate will be engaged on a five (5) year contract renewable once subject to satisfactory performance.

• Curriculum Vitae - CV
• Cover Letter/Application Letter
• IHRM Certificate
• Certified Human Resource Professional (CHRP-K)
• Master’s degree in human resource management or equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution
• Bachelor’s degree in human resource management or equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution