Human Resources Officer Vacancies 2013

Human Resources Vacancy in Kenya. Human Resources Officer
We are one of the largest provider of transport solutions in the East African Region and a franchise holder of one of some of the best known motor vehicle brands.

We seek to recruit well qualified and experienced professionals to fill the following positions in our organization;

Human Resources Officer

Job Purpose
Based in the Head Office in Nairobi, the successful candidate will actively, effectively and efficiently contribute to the HR function in the organization, through the maintenance of sound HR policies, procedures and training programs, so as to best utilize, develop and maintain a productive and engaged human resource in the Company.

Key Responsibilities
Be an active player in the articulation of the Human Resources Policy in the company.
Participate in the recruitment process and ensure adherence to best practice in the process.
Coordinate and monitor staff movements with regard to leave applications / approvals.
Coordinate immigration matters for the Company’s expatriate staff.
Follow –up with insurance on the Company’s Group Personal Accident claims.
Ensure company compliance with the Health & Safety requirements as stipulated in the “Factories and other places of work act”
Compute staff allowances e.g. acting and overtime allowances.
Determine the company’s training needs on a regular basis.
Draw up an annual training calendar, prepare training budgets and identify suitable trainers and training institutions.
Evaluate and assess the impact of training programmes to ascertain their benefit and quality.
Design, develop and conduct / facilitate orientation programmes for new staff.
Oversee all logistics pertaining to facilitation of internal/external training of staff.
Coordinate and where necessary conduct training for staff.
Manage a data base on training programmes/activities conducted both internally and externally and compile information on staff attendance from various departments in the organization.
Inform staff and supervisors of available training opportunities.
Coordinate and monitor the apprentice programme.
Monitor and control internships and attachments.
Liaise with the Directorate of Industrial Training (D.I.T) for training approvals and reimbursements.
Oversee the company feeding programme to ensure hygiene and quality at all times.
Participate in the roll out and follow up on performance management programmes.
Ensure accuracy and safe custody of personnel data.
Assist the HR Manager in dealing with labour relations issues.
Provide guidance, training and daily supervision to other HR support staff.

Qualifications
University degree preferably in Social Sciences
Higher National Diploma in Human Resources Management – (KNEC Examined)
Proven track record of training expertise.
Excellent communication skills – both written and oral.
Good interpersonal skills

Experience
A minimum of 5 years relevant experience in HR, preferably in a large organization.

Attractive salary and benefits package will be negotiated with the selected candidates.

The positions offer excellent prospects for career advancement in the Company.

Applications should be sent to:

DN/A 1423
P.O. Box 49010-00100
Nairobi

Closing date for receipt of applications: 11th January 2013.