About the Role<\/p>\n
\tThe Director of Human Resources and Business Administration will be responsible for performing HR-related duties, including but not limited to, hiring and orientation of new employees, benefits administration, payroll, development, compliance with HR policies, as well as oversight in business administration, finance, budgeting and procurement. The Director will also support the welfare of the staff and help build a healthy and vibrant team approach to Kenya Connect\u2019s work.<\/p>\n
Duties and Responsibilities:<\/p>\n
Human Resources Duties<\/p>\n
\tManage the staff reporting and departing times, including leaves and sick days
\n\tManage applications for job and internship positions in conjunction with Senior Leadership team
\n\tOversee job recruitment and on-boarding of new staff and interns
\n\tIn collaboration with the senior programs director and coordinators, develop key performance objectives and work plans
\n\tLead semi\u2013annual and annual staff appraisals in conjunction with supervisors
\n\tEnsure that accurate job descriptions are up-to-date for all employees
\n\tResponsible for reviewing and managing staff health care plans\/insurance
\n\tCoordinate staff enrichment, team building and fun programs in conjunction with other staff members
\n\tIn consultation with the Executive Director, support salary administration including making salary offers, reviews and alignment as per the compensation guidelines and salary structure
\n\tManage and maintain confidentiality of employee records in compliance with the Data Protection of Personal Information Act (No. 24 of 2019)
\n\tAssist the ED to ensure the organization complies with all HR statutory reporting and labor laws
\n\tAdvise management on the legal and other implications resulting from certain HR related decisions
\n\tAssist supervisors in identifying training needs for staff, identifying suitable trainers or training institutions.
\n\tEnsure health and safety standards are adhered to by all the staff members
\n\tOversee vehicle schedules to ensure coordination to support programs
\n\tOversee servicing of vehicles and other motorized equipment is done on time and at the most reasonable costs
\n\tCoordinate and maintain service agreements and contracts
\n\tDevelop and maintain up-to-date, effective security measures to protect the organizations properties and staff
\n\tManage personnel files including paper and digital records
\n\tResolve workplace conflict in consultation with Leadership Team
\n\tAssist in preparation of HR and finance reports for Kenya NGO Board and US Non-Profit
\n\tEnsure compliance with data protection and ethical data collection standards<\/p>\n
Business Administration Duties<\/p>\n
\tWork alongside the Senior Staff and coordinators to align program budgets with planned activities
\n\tReview program expenditure reports and ensure financial allocations correspond to targets and deliverables
\n\tFlag financial variances that may impact program delivery and recommend corrective actions
\n\tProvide financial data to support resource mobilization efforts and donor reporting
\n\tEnsure the effective and efficient use of all the Organization resources in order to keep costs low
\n\tCreate and maintain effective internal controls for equipment inventory andmanagement
\n\tOversee budget development
\n\tPerform a high-level check of payroll reports with the accountant and sign off on wages and salary payrolls for the organization
\n\tOversee the procurement of goods and materials for Kenya Connect, ensuring value for money, fair pricing, and compliance with organizational procurement procedures
\n\tProvide oversight to the Accountant and review and approve payments in consultation with the Executive Director.
\n\tEnsure compliance with internal policies, statutory regulations, and donor requirements related to administration and financial management<\/p>\n
Qualifications:<\/p>\n
\tA degree in Human Resource Management.
\n\tAt least 5 years\u2019 working experience in Human Resources preferably with an international or local NGO, and good knowledge of HR best practices and standards, staff medical insurance and Kenyan employment regulations.
\n\tA full member of IHRM with a valid practising license
\n\tCPA III or above will be an added advantage
\n\tComputer literacy and a high level of proficiency with MS Word, Excel, Quick books, google docs
\n\tFamiliar with workplace safety laws and employee benefits regulation
\n\tFamiliar with taxation laws
\n\tMust be highly proficient in English with strong report writing skills
\n\tDetail oriented with strong interpersonal and coaching skills
\n\tExperience reviewing program budgets and conducting value-for-money or cost-effectiveness analyses<\/p>\n
Submit a cover letter, CV and certificates to jobs@kenyaconnect.org \u25cf Include the names, titles, emails and phone numbers of 3 references on CV \u25cf One letter of recommendation may be included in the application, but it is not required<\/p>\n
Apply Through:<\/p>\n
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