Job Purpose

Reporting to the Director, Human Resource and Administration, the Deputy Director Human Resource Management and Development will provide strategic leadership to the Human Resource Management & Development 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

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 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 recruitment, selection, on-boarding, and staff placement programs.

v. Leading 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.

xv. Mentoring and supervising staff within the Human Resource Management and Development Department.

xvi. Promoting National Values and Principles of Governance as outlined in Article 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya.

xvii. Any other duty as may be assigned.

• A valid practicing license by the Institute of Human Resource Management (IHRM).
• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: - Economics, Sociology, Business Administration, Public Administration, Commerce or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution plus a Post Graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management/
• iii. Certified Human Resource Professional (CHRP-K) or an equivalent professional qualification recognized by the Institute of Human Resource Management.
• Master’s degree in human resource management or equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution
• National ID
• Registered by the Institute of Human Resource Management (IHRM).
• Leadership Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized Institution.