{"id":107256,"date":"2026-08-12T05:56:10","date_gmt":"2026-08-12T05:56:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/kenya\/uncategorized\/deputy-director-human-resource-management-and-development\/"},"modified":"2026-08-12T05:56:10","modified_gmt":"2026-08-12T05:56:10","slug":"deputy-director-human-resource-management-and-development","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/kenya\/jobs\/nairobi\/deputy-director-human-resource-management-and-development\/","title":{"rendered":"Deputy Director, Human Resource Management and Development"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/\", \"@type\": \"JobPosting\", \"title\": \"Deputy Director, Human Resource Management and Development\", \"description\": \"Job Purpose\\nReporting to the Director, Human Resource and Administration, the Deputy Director Human\u00a0Resource Management and Development will provide strategic leadership to the Human Resource\u00a0Management & Development function, ensuring the formulation, implementation, and compliance of\u00a0Human Resource policies, procedures, regulations and best practices to attract and retain a highperforming, engaged and motivated workforce.\\nDuties and responsibilities\\nThe position holder will be responsible for the following:\\nCoordinating the formulation and review of Human Resource Management and\u00a0Development policies, procedures, and regulations.\\nInterpreting and advising on the application of the Human Resource Instruments, Labour\u00a0Laws, public service policies, guidelines and all statutory requirements related to human\u00a0resource management and development.\\nDirecting the Hospital's workforce planning, organizational design, and job evaluation\u00a0exercises.\\nOverseeing recruitment, selection, on-boarding, and staff placement programs.\\nLeading staff training, development and capacity building strategies.\\nManaging the Hospital's Performance Management System, including its implementation,\u00a0monitoring, and evaluation.\\nCoordinating the development, review and implementation of staff career progression\u00a0guidelines and succession planning frameworks.\\nAdministering employee compensation, benefits, payroll, and staff welfare schemes.\\nPromoting and maintaining cordial employee and industrial relations, including managing\u00a0and advising on collective bargaining processes.\\nHandling and resolving disciplinary cases, grievances, and conflicts in line with established\u00a0policies and procedures.\\nDirecting the implementation and maintenance of the Human Resource Information\u00a0Management System.\\nAdvising management on change management initiatives and institutional culture\u00a0development.\\nEnsuring timely preparation and submission of all statutory and internal Human Resource\u00a0reports.\\nGuiding the formulation of the departmental budget and monitoring its execution.\\nMentoring and supervising staff within the Human Resource Management and\\nDevelopment Department.\\nPromoting National Values and Principles of Governance as outlined in Article 10 and\u00a0232 of the Constitution of Kenya.\\nAny other duty as may be assigned.\\nKey Qualifications and Experience Requirements\\nCandidates must demonstrate the following minimum academic, professional and experiential\u00a0qualifications to be considered for appointment:\\nBachelors degree in Human Resource Management or equivalent qualification from a\u00a0recognized Institution \u00a0OR;\\nA Bachelors degree in any of the following disciplines:~Economics, Sociology, Business\\nAdministration, Public Administration, Commerce Plus a Postgraduate Diploma in\\nHuman Resource Management\/Development or equivalent qualification from a\u00a0recognized Institution.\\nMaster's degree in Human Resource Management or equivalent qualification from a\u00a0recognised Institution.\\nCertified Human Resource Professional CHRP-K.\\nAt least fifteen 15 years relevant work experience, three 3 of which must have been in\u00a0a management position.\\nLeadership Course lasting not less than four 4 weeks from a recognized Institution.\\nRegistered as a full member of the Institute of Human Resource Management IHRM.\\nValid Human Resource Management Practicing License from the IHRM.\\nProficiency in computer applications.\\nCompliance with Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.\\nCore Competencies\\nApplicants should possess the following core competencies to successfully deliver on the\u00a0responsibilities of the role:\\nStrategic thinking and innovation.\\nStrategic leadership and organizational change management capabilities.\\nExpertise in labor laws and policy interpretation.\\nResults-oriented with strong analytical and decision-making skills.\\nEffective communication and stakeholder engagement.\\nStrong team mentorship and capacity-building skills.\\nHigh ethical standards and professional integrity.\\nTerms of Service\\nThe successful candidate will be appointed on Permanent and Pensionable terms of service.\", \"datePosted\": \"2026-08-11\", \"hiringOrganization\": {\"@type\": \"Organization\", \"name\": \"Kenyatta University Teaching, Referral & Research Hospital\"}, \"jobLocation\": {\"@type\": \"Place\", \"address\": {\"@type\": \"PostalAddress\", \"addressLocality\": \"Nairobi\", \"addressCountry\": \"KE\"}}, \"directApply\": true, \"validThrough\": \"2026-09-01T23:59:59\", \"employmentType\": \"FULL_TIME\"}<\/script><\/p>\n<p><strong>Company:<\/strong> Kenyatta University Teaching, Referral &#038; Research Hospital<\/p>\n<p><strong>Location:<\/strong> Nairobi<\/p>\n<p><strong>Job Type:<\/strong> Full Time<\/p>\n<p><strong>Apply Before:<\/strong> 2026-09-01<\/p>\n<h3>Job Description<\/h3>\n<p>Job Purpose<br \/>Reporting to the Director, Human Resource and Administration, the Deputy Director Human\u00a0Resource Management and Development will provide strategic leadership to the Human Resource\u00a0Management &#038; Development function, ensuring the formulation, implementation, and compliance of\u00a0Human Resource policies, procedures, regulations and best practices to attract and retain a highperforming, engaged and motivated workforce.<br \/>Duties and responsibilities<br \/>The position holder will be responsible for the following:<br \/>Coordinating the formulation and review of Human Resource Management and\u00a0Development policies, procedures, and regulations.<br \/>Interpreting and advising on the application of the Human Resource Instruments, Labour\u00a0Laws, public service policies, guidelines and all statutory requirements related to human\u00a0resource management and development.<br \/>Directing the Hospital&#8217;s workforce planning, organizational design, and job evaluation\u00a0exercises.<br \/>Overseeing recruitment, selection, on-boarding, and staff placement programs.<br \/>Leading staff training, development and capacity building strategies.<br \/>Managing the Hospital&#8217;s Performance Management System, including its implementation,\u00a0monitoring, and evaluation.<br \/>Coordinating the development, review and implementation of staff career progression\u00a0guidelines and succession planning frameworks.<br \/>Administering employee compensation, benefits, payroll, and staff welfare schemes.<br \/>Promoting and maintaining cordial employee and industrial relations, including managing\u00a0and advising on collective bargaining processes.<br \/>Handling and resolving disciplinary cases, grievances, and conflicts in line with established\u00a0policies and procedures.<br \/>Directing the implementation and maintenance of the Human Resource Information\u00a0Management System.<br \/>Advising management on change management initiatives and institutional culture\u00a0development.<br \/>Ensuring timely preparation and submission of all statutory and internal Human Resource\u00a0reports.<br \/>Guiding the formulation of the departmental budget and monitoring its execution.<br \/>Mentoring and supervising staff within the Human Resource Management and<br \/>Development Department.<br \/>Promoting National Values and Principles of Governance as outlined in Article 10 and\u00a0232 of the Constitution of Kenya.<br \/>Any other duty as may be assigned.<br \/>Key Qualifications and Experience Requirements<br \/>Candidates must demonstrate the following minimum academic, professional and experiential\u00a0qualifications to be considered for appointment:<br \/>Bachelors degree in Human Resource Management or equivalent qualification from a\u00a0recognized Institution \u00a0OR;<br \/>A Bachelors degree in any of the following disciplines:~Economics, Sociology, Business<br \/>Administration, Public Administration, Commerce Plus a Postgraduate Diploma in<br \/>Human Resource Management\/Development or equivalent qualification from a\u00a0recognized Institution.<br \/>Master&#8217;s degree in Human Resource Management or equivalent qualification from a\u00a0recognised Institution.<br \/>Certified Human Resource Professional CHRP-K.<br \/>At least fifteen 15 years relevant work experience, three 3 of which must have been in\u00a0a management position.<br \/>Leadership Course lasting not less than four 4 weeks from a recognized Institution.<br \/>Registered as a full member of the Institute of Human Resource Management IHRM.<br \/>Valid Human Resource Management Practicing License from the IHRM.<br \/>Proficiency in computer applications.<br \/>Compliance with Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.<br \/>Core Competencies<br \/>Applicants should possess the following core competencies to successfully deliver on the\u00a0responsibilities of the role:<br \/>Strategic thinking and innovation.<br \/>Strategic leadership and organizational change management capabilities.<br \/>Expertise in labor laws and policy interpretation.<br \/>Results-oriented with strong analytical and decision-making skills.<br \/>Effective communication and stakeholder engagement.<br \/>Strong team mentorship and capacity-building skills.<br \/>High ethical standards and professional integrity.<br \/>Terms of Service<br \/>The successful candidate will be appointed on Permanent and Pensionable terms of service.<\/p>\n<h3>How to Apply<\/h3>\n<p>Applicants are required to complete and\/or update their online profile and upload the following documents in PDF format: Application Letter. Copy of National Identification Card. Copy of Valid Practicing License. Certified copies of academic and professional certificates. Testimonials and any other relevant documents All applicants with foreign qualifications must get the qualifications equated by the Kenya National Qualifications Authority (KNQA) to those of the Kenyan education system, The Application Letter should be addressed to: The Chief Executive Officer, Kenyatta University Teaching, Referral &#038; Research Hospital Kahawa West, Northern Bypass Road, Nairobi P.O. Box 7674 \u2013 00100, GPO Nairobi Interested and qualified? Go to Kenyatta University Teaching, Referral &#038; Research Hospital on recruitment.kutrrh.go.ke to apply<br \/>Build your CV for free. Download in different templates.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.myjobmag.co.ke\/apply-now\/1303354\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"display:inline-block;padding:10px 20px;background:#2271b1;color:#fff;text-decoration:none;border-radius:4px;\">Apply Now<\/a><\/p>\n<p><small>Source: MyJobMag<\/small><\/p>\n<p><!-- job-expiry: 2026-09-01 --><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Company: Kenyatta University Teaching, Referral &#038; Research Hospital Location: Nairobi Job Type: Full Time Apply Before: 2026-09-01 Job Description Job PurposeReporting to the Director, Human Resource and Administration, the Deputy Director Human\u00a0Resource Management and Development will provide strategic leadership to the Human Resource\u00a0Management &#038; Development function, ensuring the formulation, implementation, and compliance of\u00a0Human Resource policies, [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1408,1409],"tags":[1425,1413,2818,1412],"class_list":["post-107256","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-jobs","category-nairobi","tag-full-time","tag-job-listing","tag-kenyatta-university-teaching-referral-research-hospital","tag-myjobmag"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/kenya\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/107256","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/kenya\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/kenya\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/kenya\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/kenya\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=107256"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/kenya\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/107256\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/kenya\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=107256"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/kenya\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=107256"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/kenya\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=107256"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}