Director Administration & Human Resource Job National Museums of Kenya

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Position Functions:

• Formulation and implementation of overall NMK policies and strategies for human resources management and administration;
• Coordinating and monitoring implementation of NMK human resource and administrative policies;
• Advising the Board of Directors and management of NMK on all matters relating to human resources and administration;
• Coordinating Human Resources Planning and Development;
• Accounting for and coordinating the planning and execution of the directorate budget;
• Ensuring that terms and conditions of service for the NMK staff are documented and implemented:
• Coordinating the planning of procurement, allocation and utilization of supplies;
• Coordinating the management of NMK physical assets;
• Liaising with relevant Government Ministries and other institutions on general administrative matters;
• Ensure availability of appropriate insurance policies for staff, assets and collections;
• Assisting the Director General in preparation of Board of Directors meetings and implementation of Board decisions; and
• Oversee planning and strategy, transport, security, marketing, information technology, and maintenance functions.

Requirements

• Twelve (12) years relevant work experience, five (5) of which should have been in Management position.
• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Business Administration/Human Resource/Public Administration or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution
• Master’s Degree in any of the following disciplines: Business Administration/Human Resource/Public Administration or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Be a registered member of Institute of Human Resource Management in good standing
• Leadership Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution
• Proficiency in computer applications
• Demonstrated professional competence and ability as reflected in work performance and results.
• Fulfil the requirements of Chapter six (6) of the Constitution

Key competence and skills

• Strategic thinking
• Strong analytical skills;
• Strong communication and reporting skills)
• Strong leadership skills and ability to lead teams
• Strong interpersonal skills;
• Team player
•  Negotiation skills. 

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How To Apply

Qualified and interested candidates may apply enclosing a detailed resume, certified copy of their current payslip, certified copies of academic and professional certificates plus testimonials, names and addresses of three (3) referees including their telephone contacts and emails. Please note that successful candidate will be required to provide clearances from Ethics and AntiCorruption Commission, Kenya Revenue Authority, Directorate of Criminal Investigation, Credit Reference Bureau and Higher Education Loans Board.

Applications should be addressed to: The Chairman, Board of Directors, National Museums of Kenya, P.O. Box 40658 – 00100, Nairobi, Kenya.

The application should be placed in a plain envelop clearly marked “Application for the Position of Director Administration & Human Resource” and dropped in the box marked “Applications for the Position of Director Administration &Human Resource” placed outside the Director General’s Office on 2nd Floor, Heritage Centre, National Museums of Kenya HQs in Nairobi not later than 24th February, 2025, 5.00pm.

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