POST:Head of Human Resources

Category: HR & Training Location: Nairobi, Kenya Employment Type: Full-Time
Summary:	Our client is an innovative, socially responsible bank that provides a broad range of conventional financing products. They are looking to recruit a young, dynamic and goal oriented Head of Human Resources. This position will oversee the provision of strategic Human Resources advisory services consistent with modern practice, labour laws and prudent labour practice, in line with the bank’s overall Human Resources Strategy.
Description:	Reporting to the General Manager Principal Accountabilities Development and implementation of a Human Resource strategy that will support the banks overall strategy Development, co-ordination and management of the performance management system Overseeing the cultural change initiatives, including new practices, emerging issues and structural dynamics Providing support and consultancy to sectional Heads and staff on HR issues and arranging regular HR meetings with sectional heads Maintaining an HR skills audit and database while providing timely and effective identification of vacancies Management of staff benefits Ensuring compliance to all statutory requirements and payments e.g. NHIF, NSSF, HELB and PAYE Developing and facilitating the implementation of the Human Resources Department creativehumanresourcesbanking
Requirements:	Knowledge and Experience University degree in business, preferably in Human Resources Management, Social sciences or Commerce from an accredited university A post graduate qualification in human resource management Proven track record of human resources policy development and implementation, performance management, compensation and reward management Proven experience of at least five years in leading a Human Resources Department in a large reputable organization preferably a bank Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (intermediate to advanced level) Certified Trainer an added advantage Skills and Competencies Outgoing and passionate about working with and for people Must have strong oral and written communication skills, with presentation making and report writing being key Dynamic, analytical and self driven individual with the ability to work under pressure Team Leader Team Player Must have excellent leadership, organizational, and planning skills Excellent persuasion, negotiation and networking skills A competitive remuneration package and benefits offered. Professionals who do NOT meet the minimum knowledge and experience need NOT apply.

Job ID:	31797
Date Posted:	25 February 2010
Closing Date:	28 February 2010
Contact Info:	Creative Human Resources Answers An innovative, socially responsible bank