Category	HR
Location	Nairobi (Nairobi), Kenya
Job description	_Human Resources and Administration Manager at National Drought Management Authority in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies_ *Job Descriptions* The National Drought Management Authority (NDMA) is a State Corporation, created by Legal Notice No. 171 of 24th November 2011, under the Ministry of State for Development of Northern Kenya and other Arid Lands, with the mandate of providing leadership and coordination on all matters relating to drought management. The NDMA Board of Directors intends to fill the following positions *HUMAN RESOURCES AND ADMINISTRATION MANAGER* Reporting to the Director, Support Services, the Human Resources and Administration Manager will be responsible for the day to day management and administration of the human resources and administration functions of the Authority. *Core duties and responsibilities* * Establish and manage professional human resource and administration systems. * Plan, organize, monitor and report on the activities of the Human Resources and Administration Department. * Coordinate the implementation of human resource management policies, rules and regulations within the Authority. * Advise management on the proper deployment of staff, staff performance, career progression and welfare. * Advise management and staff on matters relating to career development, employee relations, workplace ethics, discipline and the handling of grievances/complaints. * Make appropriate recommendations concerning human resource planning and succession management. * Oversee payroll preparation and ensure compliance with statutory requirements. * Manage and update the Government Human Resources Information System (GHRIS), and ensure the safe custody of all records, including e-records. * Coordinate staff training needs assessments and develop annual staff training plans. * Coordinate the provision of high-quality support services to the Authority, including transport, logistics and security. * Any other responsibilities as may be necessary to achieve the Authority’s objectives. *Minimum qualifications and experience* * Bachelors degree from a recognized university in business administration or human resource management. * Relevant working experience of at least 10 years, with a minimum of four years spent in a senior position in a large organisation. * Working knowledge of the Kenyan labour laws. * Understanding of the unique characteristics of the arid and semi-arid lands, and specifically the pastoralist areas, and their challenges and development opportunities. * Proven leadership qualities, problem-solving and negotiation skills, and evidence of being a strong team player. * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to engage effectively with a wide variety of stakeholders. * Strong IT skills, analytical and report-writing skills. * Personal qualities of leadership and integrity consistent with the principles of Chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010. Candidates fulfilling the above requirements should submit their applications together with a detailed curriculum vitae, and copies of their academic and professional certificates. All applicants are also expected to provide postal, telephone and email contacts of three referees’ two of whom must have known the applicant from a work environment. All applications with positions and reference numbers clearly indicated on the envelope should be sent to the address below by registered mail, hand delivery or by courier on or before 27th September 2012. The Chairman Board of Directors National Drought Management Authority (NDMA) P O Box 53547-00200 Kenyatta International Conference Centre, 17th floor, Door No 1710 Harambee Avenue NAIROBI
Hours per week	Full Time: 30+

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_Human Resources and Administration Manager at National Drought Management Authority in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies_ *Job Descriptions* The National Drought Management Authority (NDMA) is a State Corporation, created by Legal Notice No. 171 of 24th November 2011, under the Ministry of State for Development of Northern Kenya and other Arid Lands, with the mandate of providing leadership and coordination on all matters relating to drought management. The NDMA Board of Directors intends to fill the following positions *HUMAN RESOURCES AND ADMINISTRATION MANAGER* Reporting to the Director, Support Services, the Human Resources and Administration Manager will be responsible for the day to day management and administration of the human resources and administration functions of the Authority. *Core duties and responsibilities* * Establish and manage professional human resource and administration systems. * Plan, organize, monitor and report on the activities of the Human Resources and Administration Department. * Coordinate the implementation of human resource management policies, rules and regulations within the Authority. * Advise management on the proper deployment of staff, staff performance, career progression and welfare. * Advise management and staff on matters relating to career development, employee relations, workplace ethics, discipline and the handling of grievances/complaints. * Make appropriate recommendations concerning human resource planning and succession management. * Oversee payroll preparation and ensure compliance with statutory requirements. * Manage and update the Government Human Resources Information System (GHRIS), and ensure the safe custody of all records, including e-records. * Coordinate staff training needs assessments and develop annual staff training plans. * Coordinate the provision of high-quality support services to the Authority, including transport, logistics and security. * Any other responsibilities as may be necessary to achieve the Authority’s objectives. *Minimum qualifications and experience* * Bachelors degree from a recognized university in business administration or human resource management. * Relevant working experience of at least 10 years, with a minimum of four years spent in a senior position in a large organisation. * Working knowledge of the Kenyan labour laws. * Understanding of the unique characteristics of the arid and semi-arid lands, and specifically the pastoralist areas, and their challenges and development opportunities. * Proven leadership qualities, problem-solving and negotiation skills, and evidence of being a strong team player. * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to engage effectively with a wide variety of stakeholders. * Strong IT skills, analytical and report-writing skills. * Personal qualities of leadership and integrity consistent with the principles of Chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010. Candidates fulfilling the above requirements should submit their applications together with a detailed curriculum vitae, and copies of their academic and professional certificates. All applicants are also expected to provide postal, telephone and email contacts of three referees’ two of whom must have known the applicant from a work environment. All applications with positions and reference numbers clearly indicated on the envelope should be sent to the address below by registered mail, hand delivery or by courier on or before 27th September 2012. The Chairman Board of Directors National Drought Management Authority (NDMA) P O Box 53547-00200 Kenyatta International Conference Centre, 17th floor, Door No 1710 Harambee Avenue NAIROBI