Human Resource Assistant Job in Kenya (KShs 35,000 – 40,000)

Human Resource Assistant Job in Kenya (KShs 35,000 – 40,000)
MyJobsEye (K) Ltd was incorporated on 9th November 2001 in Nairobi, Kenya. We have established ourselves as the first internet-based recruitment provider of East Africa. Over 4,700 companies have access to over 75,400 CVs of job seekers MJE has been operating as a Management Consulting as well as a Recruiting Company since its inception.

It has supported various organizations in Kenya in various areas of Human Resource Management including supporting them in recruitment of employees, right from the top to operational level.
In our vision to provide our clients with holistic Human Resources solutions, MyJobsEye has widened their services to provide staff training and development and human resources consultancy in the areas of: HR policies and procedures, job analysis, performance management systems, organizational structuring and training and professional development.

Job Purpose:
To assist in managing all areas of human resource management functions to include compensation management; recruitment and selection; internal and external human relations; policy development and interpretation; training and development; workers' compensation; benefits administration; human resource strategic planning and organizational development

Generic Duties:
    * Overlook and supervise all human resource activities to include employment, compensation, labor relations, benefits, and training and development.
    * Manage unionized employees and ensure adherence to the collective bargaining agreement
    * Supervise and manage the recruitment process: Interview job applicants; review applications/CVs; evaluate applicant skills and make recommendations regarding applicant's qualifications.
    * Develop and maintain relationship with employment agencies, universities and other recruitment sources.
    * Prepare and maintain company salary structure, job documentation, and job evaluation systems. Complete salary survey questionnaires.
    * Design and conduct new employee orientations.
    * Design and implement appraisal and evaluation systems.
    * Manage administration of benefits to employees; serve as liaison between employees and insurance carriers.
    * Gain updated information on labor laws in order to resolve labor relation issues.
    * Recommend and develop training and development courses.
    * Provide advice, assistance and follow-up on company policies, procedures, and documentation.
    * Coordinate the resolution of specific policy-related and procedural problems and inquiries.
    * Recommend, develop and maintain human resource data bases, computer software systems, and manual filing systems.    * Develop and recommend HR operating policy and procedural improvements.
    * Plan for the future financing needs in areas where it is required and seek approval from management.
    * To control financial matters relating to recruitment costs, and adherence to headcount, wage and overtime budgets.
    * Ensures the department follows the budgetary limits and cost control measures are implemented efficiently on regular basis.
    * Effective execution of strategy determined by management.
    * Work with/and manage teams to deliver solutions through effective implementation of HR operational policies and procedures.
    * Ensure excellent relations with management and employees.
    * Drive and ensure delivery of projects with predefined timelines and budget.
    * Ensure the optimisation of HR management processes in conjunction with adjacent logistical company processes in order to maximize operational efficiencies.
    * Ensure the efficient and effective use of implemented HR policies and procedures.
    * Measure the cost and service effectiveness against predetermined benchmarks.
    * Ensure complete understanding of Company practices and knowledge of external industry best practices with a focus on continuous improvement.
    * Work with management team to enhance overall business strategic direction.

Desired Personality:
    * Proven ability to cope with conflict, stress and crisis situations.
    * Effective problem-solving and mediation skills.
    * Excellent analytical, planning, management and reporting skills.
    * Effective decision-making skills; can choose a course of action amongst options involving uncertainty or risk.
    * Effective change management skills.
    * Ability to effectively manage productivity and staff strategically.
    * Strong leadership and team building skills.
    * Must be autonomous, hands-on, and proactive.
    * Must possess unquestionable ethical standards.
    * Excellent, proven interpersonal, verbal and written communications skills.
    * Demonstrated ability to manage and supervise a staff team.
    * Demonstrated ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment.
    * Proficiency with office computer equipment and software

Professional Requirements:
    * MUST have previous experience in manufacturing industry
    * Bachelors Degree in Human Resource Management required
    * Post graduate Diploma in HR will be an added advantage.
    * IT knowledge required
    * At least 3 years of proven progressive HR practice.
    * Ability to effectively evaluate current HR practices and procedures and make recommendations for changes.

Qualified candidates should send detailed C.V to henry@myjobseye.com quoting your current salary.

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