The Council of Governors (CoG) is established under Section 19 of the Intergovernmental Relations Act 2012 with the mandate to provide a mechanism for consultation amongst County Governments, share information on performance of the counties in execution of their functions, facilitate capacity building for governors, and consider reports from other intergovernmental forums on national and county interests amongst other functions (Section20).
Head of Human Resource
We are seeking a highly competent and outstanding individual to fill the above position.
The Officer will report to the Director Finance and Administration on all matters relating to Human resource Management.
Duties and responsibilities will include: planning, directing, controlling and co-coordinating the operations of the Human Resource Management and Development of the Council of Governors.
Duties and Responsibilities
The specific duties and responsibilities will include:
- Developing and setting up organizational structures and staff establishment for the Council of Governors
- Advising the CEO on all matters pertaining to Human Resource Management and Development in the Council of Governors;
- Providing guidance on the overall Government policy direction on human resource management;
- Issuing administrative guidelines on the interpretation and implementation of labour laws and other human resource related statutes and their relation with the public service;
- Co-ordinating policy monitoring and evaluation;
- Advising on collective bargaining and negotiation agreements with Trade Unions;
- Providing guidance on performance Management;
- Evaluation of staff performance;
- Work will entail innovation and design of Human Resource strategies and translating them into policies;
- Introducing systems/management practices that will facilitate effective and efficient management of the human resource
- Enlarging and enriching human resource management function in the COG;
- Developing terms and conditions of service for employees of the Council of Governors
- Providing guidance on human resource management policy matters to Council of Governors and in some case County Government where applicable;
- Developing a regulatory framework and standards which will promote understanding and commitment to positive values and developing rules and regulations and adapting them to the changing environment including the related statutes and management structures;
- Setting and managing performance standards;
- Analyzing staffing levels for cadres managed by the other departments in the Council of Governors;
- Identifying training needs, designing, planning and ensuring implementation of training for enhancing skills on human resource;
Requirements for Appointment
For appointments to this grade the Applicant must have:-
- Must have Bachelor degree in Human Resource Management and development or any Social Sciences, Masters degree in Human Resource Management/ Industrial Relations/Public or Business Administration or any other relevant qualification from a recognized institutions is an added advantage.
- Has a higher diploma in Human Resource Management
- A member of IHRM
- Posses computer skills
- Served in the grade of Assistant Director of Human Resource Management or in a comparable and relevant position in the Public Service for a minimum period of seven (7) years; or its equivalent in the private sector
- Demonstrated a high degree of professional competence, administrative capabilities and initiative in the general organization and management of human resource and a thorough understanding of the relevant emerging practices/techniques.
- Be a Kenyan citizen
- Must have good understanding of devolution
- Must have knowledge of labour laws
The contract duration is three years renewable annually depending with the performance and availability of resources?
Interested candidates should send a CV, cover letter, copies of ID, certificates and testimonials to hrcog@cog.go.ke on or before 2nd February, 2016 and indicate the name of the position you are applying for as the Email subject.
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