KNEC Director (General Administration & Human Resource Management) Job in Kenya

The Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) wishes to recruit a self motivated and qualified professional for the following vacant position:
 

Director (General Administration & Human Resource Management)
 

KNEC Scale EC 15
 

(One Post) 

The Director will head the Department of General Administration & Human Resource Management and will report to the Chief Executive Officer.
 

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Direct the development and implementation of General Administration and Human Resource Management Policies and Strategies;


• Oversee the implementation of Human Resource functions relating to staff Recruitment, placement, career development, promotion, training, job classification, salary administration, staff relations, staff leave and staff welfare;


• Direct the preparation and consolidation of the Departmental budget;


• Co-ordinate achievement of Performance Contract Targets for the Department;


• Oversee repair and maintenance of all Council assets including buildings and houses, motor vehicles, equipment and furniture;


• Co-ordinate staff matters and provide staff leadership that harnesses the strengths of all individuals;


• Co-ordinate and oversee outsourced KNEC activities;


• Keep records and inventory of all Council assets;


• Implement Board resolutions.

Qualifications and Experience Required:

• Masters Degree in Human Resources Management/Development/Planning, Business Administration or Public Administration, Engineering or equivalent from a recognized institution; 


• Have served as Deputy Director for a minimum period of three (3) years or have 18 years relevant experience, three (3) of which should have been at managerial level handling Human Resource Management and Administration matters in a reputable institution. Those below Job group ‘Q’ in Government or TSC or its equivalent need not apply; 


• Must have evidence of proficiency and knowledge in Computer Applications;


• Candidates who have attended Strategic Leadership Development Programme lasting not less than six (6) weeks will have an added advantage;


• Member of professional body in relevant field.

Terms of Offer: The Council will offer a competitive remuneration package commensurate with seniority and responsibilities of the position.
 

Application Procedure
 

Interested and suitably qualified candidates should forward their applications enclosing certified copies of their academic and professional certificates, detailed curriculum vitae giving details of day time telephone contact, e-mail addresses, current remuneration (enclose copy of your latest pay slip), names and valid current contacts of two referees on or before February 12, 2016 to:

The Head of Human Resources Division
The Kenya National Examinations Council
P O Box 73598 – 00200
Nairobi.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and canvassing will result to automatic disqualification.

All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a psychometric test to be administered by the Council
 

KNEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and people with Disability are encouraged to apply