HR MANAGER KENYA

The HR Manager will report directly to the Senior HR Manager and support delivery of the HR Strategy at the Farm. The role holder will provide Strategic Business Partnership to the Farm Manager and collaborate with other Team Leaders to ensure effective implementation of the HR strategy. The HR Manager will be responsible for effective delivery of key HR projects and processes in the farm.  

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES & DELIVERABLES (100%)

• Strategic Support: Working with stakeholders to develop and implement strategic plans that align with organisational objectives by creating a coherent framework for employees to be hired, managed, and developed to support the organisation's long-term goals.
• People Management: Leading the Farm HR support Team to deliver on HR strategy.
• Data Analytics: Provide HR metrics analysis and insights to support decision-making and resource allocation through the collection and application of talent data to improve critical talent and business outcomes.
• Performance Management: Executing strategies, processes, and approaches related to integrated performance management geared to drive a high-performance culture.
•  Change Management: Supporting organisational change initiatives by ensuring that employees are engaged and informed throughout the process and that everyone is aligned with the company's vision and goals.
• Compliance and Risk Management: Ensuring HR practices are in compliance with the relevant laws and are aligned with the organisation's culture through identification and analysing potential risks and developing mitigation strategies to ensure business continuity and resilience.
• Collaboration: Fostering collaboration by creating an environment that encourages open communication, knowledge sharing, and mutual support, between departments to drive cross-functional initiatives and projects.
• Stakeholder Management: Identifying, understanding, and prioritising the needs and expectations of key stakeholders to achieve their desired outcomes effectively.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvement and operational efficiency, driving continuous improvement initiatives across the organisation.

CRITERIA

ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management or any business-related field (an added advantage)
• Diploma in Human Resources Management or any business related field (a must)
• CHRP-(K) Certification or Equivalent (a must)
• IHRM Membership - In good standing (a must) 

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 3 years of HR Management experience and supporting Team Leaders in implementing the People & Culture strategies in the business.
• Managing trade unions and welfare committees experience will be an added advantage.
• HR Generalist experience across all HR disciplines.

ROLE COMPETENCIES

(1-6 required, minimum of 7 competencies)

1.     Strategic thinking
2.     Agility
3.     Drive and Initiative
4.     Decision making
5.     Problem-solving
6.     Influencing
7.     Critical thinking
8.     Negotiation Skills
9.     Business Acumen 
10.   Strong PC Skills
11.   Data analytics
 

ESSENTIALS

• Ability to travel across different farm locations and engage with all employees 
• Ability to adapt and drive change projects in a shifting business environment.

INTERESTED? 

Would you like to know more? Contact Catherine Wangari, acting HR Domain Captain, via catherine.wangari@marginpar.biz 

APPLICATION DEADLINE

December 8th 2024