Deputy Director, Human Resource Management and Development

Reporting to the Director, Human Resource and Administration, the Deputy Director Human Resource Management and Development will provide strategic leadership to the Human Resource Management & Development function, ensuring the formulation, implementation, and compliance of Human Resource policies, procedures, regulations and best practices to attract and retain a highperforming, engaged and motivated workforce.

• Coordinating the formulation and review of Human Resource Management and Development policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Interpreting and advising on the application of the Human Resource Instruments, Labour Laws, public service policies, guidelines and all statutory requirements related to human resource management and development.
• Directing the Hospital's workforce planning, organizational design, and job evaluation exercises.
• Overseeing recruitment, selection, on-boarding, and staff placement programs.
• Leading staff training, development and capacity building strategies.
• Managing the Hospital's Performance Management System, including its implementation, monitoring, and evaluation.
• Coordinating the development, review and implementation of staff career progression guidelines and succession planning frameworks.
• Administering employee compensation, benefits, payroll, and staff welfare schemes.
• Promoting and maintaining cordial employee and industrial relations, including managing and advising on collective bargaining processes.
• Handling and resolving disciplinary cases, grievances, and conflicts in line with established policies and procedures.
• Directing the implementation and maintenance of the Human Resource Information Management System.
• Advising management on change management initiatives and institutional culture development.
• Ensuring timely preparation and submission of all statutory and internal Human Resource reports.
• Guiding the formulation of the departmental budget and monitoring its execution.
• Mentoring and supervising staff within the Human Resource Management and Development Department.
• Promoting National Values and Principles of Governance as outlined in Article 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya.
• Any other duty as may be assigned.

• Bachelors degree in Human Resource Management or equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution OR;
• A Bachelors degree in any of the following disciplines: Economics, Sociology, Business Administration, Public Administration, Commerce Plus a Postgraduate Diploma in Human Resource Management/Development or equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution.
• Master's degree in Human Resource Management or equivalent qualification from a recognised Institution.
• Certified Human Resource Professional CHRP-K.
• At least fifteen (15) years relevant work experience, three (3) of which must have been in a management position.
• Leadership Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized Institution.
• Registered as a full member of the Institute of Human Resource Management (IHRM).
• Valid Human Resource Management Practicing License from the IHRM.
• Proficiency in computer applications.
• Compliance with Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.
• Strategic thinking and innovation.
• Strategic leadership and organizational change management capabilities.
• Expertise in labor laws and policy interpretation.
• Results-oriented with strong analytical and decision-making skills.
• Effective communication and stakeholder engagement.
• Strong team mentorship and capacity-building skills.
• High ethical standards and professional integrity.