Assistant Director, Human Resource & Administration Job NDMA

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The Human Resource Officers are responsible for ensuring that the Authority has the right and sufficient human resource to meet its objectives. They are responsible for management of the policies; compensation and benefits; staff training and development (competent and productive workforce); employee industrial relations; and performance management.

Duties and responsibilities will include: –

• interpreting and implementing human resource management policies, laws, regulations, procedures and systems;
• analysing the utilization of human resources in the Authority and advising on proper deployment;
• undertaking training needs assessment;
• payroll management;
• updating terms and conditions of service and career progression guidelines;
• Coordinating organization development and job reviews;
• analysing disciplinary cases for relevant disciplinary committees; conducting skills audit;
• making proposals on human resource planning and succession management;
• Offering counselling services to staff;
• ensuring compliance with HR practices, policies, regulations and relevant government
• policies and guidelines on employee management and administration;
• coordinating the implementation of HIV/AIDS, gender and disability mainstreaming policies;
• analysing staff performance and career progression and making appropriate recommendations; supervising general office services; supervision of payments for transport and delivery services; and taking part in procurement and supply of stores for human resources and administration purposes;
• recommending for boarding of unserviceable equipment’s within the department; and coordinating provision of transport, security, and other support services.

Qualifications

• Served for a minimum period of three (3) years as a Principal Human Resource Management Officer or six (6) years working experience in Human Resource two (2) of which must have been at managerial level;
• Master’s Degree in Human Resource Management from a recognized institution;
• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: – Human Resource Management, Personnel Management, Public Administration, Business Administration or its qualifications from a recognized institution;
• Be a member of the Institute of Human Resource Management;
• Certificate in Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Proficiency in computer application; and
• Demonstrated professional competence and administrative capability as reflected in work performance and results.
• Fulfilling the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution

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How To Apply

The public is notified of the following:

• Detailed job descriptions, requirements, and applicant’s bio-data form is available on the website www.ndma.go.ke
• Applicants MUST fill the Bio-Data Form whose link will be available in the Authority’s website. Applicants who do not fill out the bio data form will have their applications rejected.
• All applications MUST be Online and to be received on or before 11th April, 2025 by 5:00 pm. Physical application will not be accepted
• There is NO fee charged by NDMA for any application of these positions
• Canvassing of any form will result in disqualification of the candidate
• NDMA is an equal opportunity employer. Persons with disability, marginalized and minorities are encouraged to apply.
• ONLY shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Interested and qualified applicants must:

Interested qualified applicants are requested to submit a cover letter, detailed CV, copies of certificates & testimonial with the title of the position clearly indicated in the email subject line to hr@ndma.go.ke and also fill the Bio-data form whose link will be provided in the Authority’s website. Applicants who will not fill the bio data form will have their applications rejected

Successful candidates will be required to fulfill the requirements of Chapter six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya specifically clearance from the following institutions;

Shortlisted candidates must fulfill Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya, including clearances from:

• Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)
• Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
• Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC)
• National Police Service (Certificate of Good Conduct)
• Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)

Applications should be addressed to:

Chief Executive Officer
National Drought Management Authority
P. O. Box 53547 – 00200
Nairobi, Kenya

NDMA is an equal opportunity employer. Women, persons with disabilities, and minority groups are encouraged to apply.

Interested and qualified? Go to National Drought Management Authority on docs.google.com to apply

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