Principal Human Resource Management Officer - NHC/60/2024

Job Specification:

Duties and Responsibilities will entail:-

1. Providing input in the development of the HR strategies, policies and procedures;
2. Undertaking Training Needs Analysis, projections and develop training programs assisting in recruitment,
3. Consolidating information for payroll processing;
4. Managing benefits and welfare schemes within the framework of human resource management objectives,
5. Verifying and maintaining human resource records in an accurate and timely manner;
6. Coordinating employee counseling services;
7. Providing secretariat to the Human Resource Advisory Committee; and
8. Coordinating staff performance appraisal.

Person Specification:

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:-

1. At least eight (8) years relevant work experience three (3) of which should have been in a Supervisory role;
2. Bachelors Degree in Human Resource Management, Human Resource Development, Human Resource Planning, Public\Business Administration, Commerce (HR Option) or equivalent from a recognized Institution;
3. Masters Degree in Human Resource Management, Human Resource Development, Human Resource Planning, Industrial Relations, Business Administration, Public Administration or equivalent from a recognized Institution;
4. Certified Human Resource Professional Certificate (CHRP - K);
5. Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks
6. Membership to Institute of Human Resource Management (IHRM) in good standing.
7. Proficiency in computer application skills;
8. Fulfills the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

Skills and Competencies:

1. Interpersonal skills;
2. Communication skills;
3. Ability to work independently and in a team;
4. Ability to plan and prioritize tasks;
5. Ability to meet deadlines;
6. Ability to supervise others;
7. Problem solving skills;
8. Analytical skills;
9. Customer focus;
10. Decision making skills;
11. Report/Minute writing skills;