Principal Human Resource Management Officer, Knec Grade 5 (1 Post) Job Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC)

The job holder is responsible for providing effective supervision and coordination to the operational levels of the Division and undertaking the implementation of HRM functions and initiatives.

Job Description

• The duties and responsibilities of the officer will entail:
• Providing input in the development of human resource management strategies, policies, and procedures;
• Processing the payroll and employee benefits administration;
• Managing employee discipline and industrial relations;
• Conducting job analysis and advising on the review of Human Resources Policies;
• Providing professional advice on human resources matters at the Council;
• Coordinating monitoring and evaluation of the effectiveness of training and development programs;
• Monitoring compliance with human resource-related statutory obligations;
• Maintaining and updating staff skills inventory;
• Analyzing and advising on staffing levels, succession planning, and emerging trends in human resource management;
• Coordinating in staff recruitment, selection, and separation processes;
• Preparing and implementing staff induction and onboarding programs.

Qualification and Experience

• For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:
• At least eight (8) years of cumulative relevant work experience, three (3) of which should have been served at the supervisory level;
• Master’s Degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration with a Human
• Resource Management specialization, or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Management or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution; OR Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences/Business
• Administration/Commerce with a Diploma (KNEC) in Human Resource Management or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Higher Diploma in Human Resource Management from a recognized institution;
• Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Membership to the Institute of Human Resource Management;
• Demonstrated merit in work performance in payroll administration and employee discipline will be an added advantage;
• Proficiency in computer applications;
• Fulfillment of the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

Key Competencies, Skills, and Attitudes

• Integrity;
• Analytical skills;
• Communication and reporting skills;
• Interpersonal and negotiation skills
• Team player.

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