Human Resources Manager – Nairobi – Adept Systems

Summary: Our client is in the real estate space and a well established property commands a respectable market share in the property practice; currently experts in valuation, sale/letting and manage all types of properties of varied sizes, complexity and location.

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer the Human Resources Manager is responsible for ensuring that the company have quality staff to run their operations and that there are effective and appropriate systems in place to manage these staff.

Key Responsibilities
Put in place HR plans and strategies that are in line with business plans and goals.
Develop, implement and communicate HR management policies and procedures, train managers and supervisory staff on their application and revise them as necessary to ensure continued compliance with statutory requirements.
Monitor all HR activities and practices to ensure compliance with statutory requirements and company policy.
Manage and support recruitment of staff for the company and work closely with the Chief Executive Officer, line managers to identify and define vacancies and suitably qualified staff to fill these positions.
Effectively manage all third parties including agents, consultants and other services providers to ensure that the company is provided optimal services and value for money.
Ensure that all staff are contracted as per company policy and monitor to ensure timely end of probation confirmations and renewals of contracts. Develop and oversee the implementation of a comprehensive induction and orientation programmes for all new staff.
Develop effective and competitive compensation and benefits structures to attract and retain staff.
Put in place a performance management and appraisal system aligned to business goals, ensure all managers and staff are trained on its use and monitor to identify and effectively manage good and poor performers.
Manage all disciplinary issues in line with the provisions of the Employment Act and company policy and ensure fairness and transparency.
Manage all grievances and ensure that all issues are addressed in a fair, confidential and transparent manner.
Develop training and development programmes, career development plans and succession plans that address the current and future business requirements and offer returns on investment.
Put in place effective communication systems and channels that will promote the timely flow of information between and amongst managers, supervisors and staff.
Identify training needs against business requirements, develop relevant training calendars, identify internal and external trainers and ensure full participation in and timely execution of training activities.
Put in place employee welfare programs that will ensure the general well-being of staff and ensure they are focused and supported to deliver in line with expectation.
Maintain personnel records and systems for the company ensuring that they are kept up to date and adhere to relevant statutory and regulatory requirements including personnel files, annual leave and off days, sick leave etc.
Take charge of office administration duties including office and property management and the supervision of support staff and cleaning services.

Qualifications
A business degree from a recognised university, a Higher Diploma in Human Resources Management from a professional body, and valid membership of a professional human resource institution
Prior experience in the property space is desirable
Minimum 5 years experience in human resource management in a commercial and fast paced environment
Experience in staff recruitment including international recruitment, performance management, training and development, performance appraisal and succession planning.
Experience of HR policy and systems development and implementation.
Sound knowledge of labour laws
Experience in the management of staff welfare, administration of staff compensation and benefits.
Strong planning, coordination, influencing and decision making capabilities.
Good contacts with labour and statutory agencies and industry HR professionals
Strong interpersonal and communication (verbal and written) skills

How to Apply:
Send your application including a cover letter indicating your desire to work with our client; a detailed CV highlighting relevant experience, details of current and expected salary, a daytime phone contact, email address, and the names of three professional referees by close of business Friday 21st August 2015.

Adept Systems
Management Consultants
P O Box 6416, Nairobi, GPO 00100
Email: recruit@adeptsystems.co.ke

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Please note that we do not charge fees for receiving or processing job applications.

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