Country Human Resources Manager, Kenya & Burundi.

Company Description

SNV is a global development partner, working on the core themes of gender equality and social inclusion, climate adaptation and mitigation, and strong institutions and effective governance, with a focus on the Agri-Food, Energy, and Water sectors.  

Our core values of people-centeredness and respect, equity and equality, and diversity and inclusion, are fundamental to who we are, and what we do. This is reflected in our vision and mission, and strategy, which sets out our aspirations and commitments as our compass towards 2030. For more information on SNV, please refer to our website: www.snv.org

Job Description

SNV is recruiting a  Human Resources Manager for its programme in Kenya and Burundi. Reporting to the Country Director, the Country Human Resources Manager provides strategic leadership in all Human Resource functions in Kenya and Burundi. As part of the Country Management Team (CMT), the Country Human Resources Manager will be a leader and manager. S/he will implement HR plans, programs and procedures in Kenya and Burundi for all SNV staff in the two countries ensuring they align to SNV’s global People, Culture & Talent (PCT) strategy, guidelines and policies, and comply to relevant local laws and regulations.

The person

The selected candidate will be:

• Committed to talent management through planning, managing and executing sourcing strategies. S/he will be experienced in managing and executing a full end-to-end recruitment cycle.
• Solutions oriented for complex HR questions including compensation and benefits. S/he is thorough and pays attention to detail to ensure flawless execution of HR processes. 
• Able to effectively build working relationships across a spectrum of SNV managers and employees for support and coaching, external HR (recruitment agencies, health institutions, and labour organisations and INGO networks.
• Well versed in relevant Kenya and Burundi laws and regulations to inform decisions and provide advice to the Country Management Team (CMT).
• Experienced in developing external and internal pools of talent to quickly meet current and future workforce needs.
• Result-driven and able to source and win the best talent in a competitive market. S/he will continuously invest in building and maintaining potential talent through ongoing relationship, performance and professional development management.
• Committed to Gender Equity and Social Inclusion (GESI) at all levels.

Essential job responsibilities/ functions:

• Advise CMT and Project Managers (PMs) on organisational changes and policies, and Kenya and Burundi labour laws and legal and regulatory requirement(s).
• Ensure timely pay roll and pension administration.
• Analyse data on HR indicators, including trends and metrics, and providing regular information to the CMT and Global Office (GO) for informed decision making and planning.
• Advise CMT on optimal talent management strategies, including performance management, professional development, recruitment, and promotions.
• Implement job structures and maintaining job profiles.
• Regularly analyse staff composition and costing levels and advise management on organisational design including strategic staff forecasting and adherence to SNV’s GESI commitments.
• Formulate, maintain, and implement the human resource manual for national staff, ensuring alignment to global frameworks and local labour law.
• Implement and support line managers in staff performance management.
• Review and advise on recruitment and staffing requirements, ensuring GESI commitments. 
• Implement the health & safety workplace policies and perform country employee satisfaction surveys according to corporate guidelines.
• Build awareness and advise management on health and safety, including those required by local laws and regulations.

Qualifications

• A minimum of a master’s degree with either a bachelor’s or master’s degree being in Human resources or related field.
• A minimum of at least 8 years’ experience in HR, with at least 4 in a senior capacity.
• Professional certificate in HR/Organisation Development/Management is added advantage.
• Accreditation in employee investigations, employee relations and grievances.
• Fluency in written and spoken English
• Working knowledge of French is a definite advantage.
• Computer literate, proficient with MS Word, Excel, and financial applications.
• Strong work ethics, high level of confidentiality and Integrity.
• Sensitive and committed to gender equity and diversity.

  Additional requirements:

• Good report writing skills with proven ability to compile HR data and analytics.
• Proficient in coaching, mediating, influencing, facilitation, presentation, communication, analysis, and problem solving.
• Computer skills and software applications (email, word processing, spreadsheets, statistical programs).
• Must have extensive knowledge & applicability of Kenyan labour laws and legal.

Additional Information

How to apply.

If you believe that your credentials meet the outlined profile, we invite you to apply by uploading your CV and motivation letter in English by clicking on the “I AM INTERESTED” tab on this page and submit an application letter and CV that contains three referees in English before 14 December 2024.

Working at SNV

We offer a challenging work environment, opportunities to lead and innovate, and a commitment to growing your skills in a fulfilling and diverse working environment. Our staff benefit from and contribute to an international global network of experts.

NB: only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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