Principal Human Resource Management Officer

The Principal Human Resource Management Officer will head the secretariat to the Human Resource Management Advisory Committee, overseeing HR data collection, analysis, and recommendations. The role involves implementing HR decisions, managing HR information systems, and coordinating training programs. Additionally, the officer will serve as the primary liaison with trade unions, manage CBA negotiations, and ensure compliance with Kenyan labour laws.

• Act as head of secretariat to the Human Resource Management advisory committee.
• Participate in collection, collation and analysis of human resource management and development data from county departments and making appropriate recommendations.
• Prepare and process cases for County Human Resource Management Advisory committee.
• Implement human resource management decisions within existing rules, regulations, and procedures.
• Prepare and compile reports on the implementation of performance management systems including performance appraisal systems.
• Manage human resource information systems.
• Undertake training needs assessment.
• Identify training and development programs.
• Carry out training needs analysis.
• Prepare training projections and plans.
• Undertake evaluation of training programs.
• Develop, update and maintain human resource development data and records.
• Serve as the primary contact person between the County Government and all recognized trade unions in the health sector.
• Coordinate structured engagement forums, consultative meetings and joint committees with union representatives.
• Provide advisory support to management on effective union engagement approaches.
• Develop and implement strategies to foster positive and productive relationships with union leadership.
• Build trust through continuous engagement, transparency and responsiveness to union concerns.
• Participate in the preparation and negotiation of Collective Bargaining Agreements (CBA).
• Interpret CBA provisions and provide guidance to management and staff on their application.
• Monitor and ensure consistent implementation of CBA terms across all health facilities.
• Support planning and data preparation for future CBA negotiations.
• Ensure compliance with Kenyan Labour Laws, public service regulations and county HR policies.
• Advise management on Labour laws, union matters and disciplinary procedures.
• Support the development, review, and implementation of HR policies related to Labour relations.

• Served as a Chief Human Resource Management Officer II for a minimum period of three (3) years.
• Bachelor's Degree in any of the following fields: Human Resource Management, Human Resource Development, Human Resource Planning, Business administration, Education, Sociology, Political Science/Government, Industrial Relations, Labour Relations, Anthropology, or any other relevant social science from a recognized institution.
• Master's Degree in Human Resource Management will be an added advantage.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Kenyan Labour Laws and regulations, including the Labour Relations Act, Employment Act, and Public Service Commission regulations.
• Attended a management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks.
• Proven experience in collective bargaining, dispute resolution, and grievance handling.
• Membership to the Institute of Human Resource Management in good standing.
• Certificate in computer application skills from a recognized institution.
• Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance.