Tuesday, 26 March 2024

HR Officer at HCS Affiliates Group

 Job Title: HR Officer 


Company: HCS Affiliates Group


Job Description:


HCS Affiliates Group, is a one-stop human resources and management consultancy organization, headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya.


Summary:

We are currently looking to hire a HR Officer. He/she will be responsible for provision of strategic Human resource support through developing, implementing and effectively managing human capital policies, strategies, systems and processes for enhanced organizational effectiveness and sustainable business.


Roles and Responsibilities

HR Strategy (15%)

 *Develop and maintain the overall Human Resource strategy for the organization in line with the overall strategic aspiration. This shall be through breaking down the overall strategy into day-to-day objectives and leading teams in achieving the same; Offering HR advisory to various committees and department heads to facilitate appropriate decision making.

Culture and Change management (10%)

*Dive the development and sustenance of an organizational culture that reflects the organizations values, promotes accountability and high performance through running culture change initiatives, and managing the company’s individual performance management/ appraisal cycle.

 HR Operations (25%)

*Provide direction into the HR Operations by driving accuracy and timeliness in payment of staff salaries and benefits administration, managing all employee related costs – payroll, pension, etc., Ensuring that Staff Performance Appraisals, Welfare and Disciplinary Management and advising Managing Director and senior management on staff motivation strategies to drive a people focused institution.

Industrial Relations (10%)

*Protect the employee brand perception of the company by providing oversight on the employee and industrial relation practices necessary to establish a positive employer-employee and promote a high level of employee participation and involvement to achieve optimal productivity, employee harmony, and good company image.

Legal and Statutory Compliance (10%)

*Drive legal compliance by monitoring and implementing applicable human resource requirements and best practices.

 Reporting & Budgeting (5%)

*Contribute to timely and prudent decision making by preparing and submitting accurate and impactful Human Resource reports required by stakeholders as per agreed legal/ internal standards and timelines. The position holder shall also actively participate in the budgetary process for the company in line with the strategic direction to ensure all aspects of HR are catered for and all initiatives are delivered within set budgets.

Coaching and developing others (10%)

 *Take lead in ensuring that there is a coordinated and monitored way of coaching and developing of teams across the company. Ensure that in collaboration with other relevant stakeholders they take lead in establishing systems to attract, develop, engage, manage performance, retain talented staff and create an environment where they can realize their full potential and contribute to the delivery of an exceptional and superior customer experience in addition to other organizational goals.


Minimum Qualifications, Regulatory & Legal Requirements


*A Degree in Human Resource Management/Development, Business Administration or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution

*5 years’ working experience

*Experience working in the Consulting sector.

*Good understanding of HR management

*Good working experience of MS Office and human resource information system is a must

*Demonstrable commercial awareness

*Must demonstrate a deep understanding of the laws and legislations governing Kenya labour market

*Certified HR professional, a registered member of IHRM

*Possess a valid Practicing License from IHRM


Competencies & Attributes


*Strategic thinking and strong businesss acumen

*Passion for Results

*Leading Teams

*Building Trust

*Innovative

*Negotiations skills

*Collaboration

*Excellent oral and written communication skills

*Ability to integrate information from a variety of sources

*Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

*Leading change

*Mentoring and Coaching


Method of Application

Submit your CV, copies of relevant documents and Application to:

jobs1@hcsaffiliatesgroup.com


Use the title of the position as the subject of the email


Closing Date : 15 April. 2024


Team Coordinator, Public Affairs and Communications at Stratostaff

 Job Title: Team Coordinator, Public Affairs and Communications


Job Description


At Stratostaff we design, implement and manage workforce solutions for large, specialized or routine staff complements giving you the opportunity to focus on your core business.


Profile Introduction            

Our client one of the INGO seeks to bring on board a Team coordinator who will be responsible for team support to the Public Affairs and Communications. In particular, the role will support the Director, along with the other teams, plus any other assigned team in the Program. The role partners with co-located teams across functions to provide administrative support.


Roles and Responsibilities:


*Manage scheduling for the department leadership including calendar meeting requests, plus the entire Public Affairs and Communications team.

*Lead scheduling for all activities in line with work plans.

*Plan, coordinate, and ensure schedules are followed and respected.

*Schedule meetings and coordinate related logistics, such as room bookings, refreshments, and document preparation for all attendees.

*Manage agenda, take minutes at meetings, and distribute as appropriate.

*Lead follow up of key action items for the department, ensuring that the department leadership is prepared for meetings and correspondence and work runs smoothly.

*Manage travel in coordination with the travel team and other office coordinators and team assistants, including extensive global travel, accommodation reservations, ground transport, travel visas and immunizations.

*Prepare and submit expense reports accurately and efficiently in line with organizational policies.

*Compose routine correspondence with the ability to be proactive in identifying the need for writing.

*Liaise with Public Affairs & communications and colleagues regarding functional communications.

*Handle the distribution of correspondence, monitor email and act as appropriate and ensure attention to accuracy and detail.

*Plan, organize and maintain accurate documentation for the function including reports.

*Maintain organization of the database, shared network drives and SharePoint sites

*Provide support in budget preparation and forecasting. Supporting Financial management processes in line with policies and processes

*Provide backup to other team coordinators and executive assistants as required.


Minimum Qualifications:


*College diploma or University degree is required.

*Minimum 5 -10 years of experience in NGO for the position of a Team Coordinator or Administrative Assistant role in a fast-paced environment. Local experience preferred.

*Excellent prioritization and time management skills.

*Excellent interpersonal skills, exhibiting grace under pressure.

*Proficient in MS Office applications (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Office 365 and SharePoint).

8Detail-oriented with a demonstrated ability to produce high quality work consistently and effectively.

*Able to work independently with little direction or supervision and possess ability to coordinate and manage multiple projects.

*Flexible, adaptable, and able to execute a range of job duties and changing priorities.

*Possess excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills with the ability to articulate information to a variety of constituents across cultures.

*Possess professional maturity, sensitivity with different cultures, and impeccable integrity that exemplify the Foundation’s values.

*Demonstrate a commitment to organizational values and vision



Method of Application:

Submit your CV and Application on Company Website : Click Here


Closing Date : 15 April. 2024

Thursday, 22 February 2024

HR Officer Job at CIHEB

 Job Title: Human Resource Officer


Organization: CIHEB


Location: Nairobi Kenya


Background:


The Center for International Health, Education, and Bio security (Ciheb) — Kenya is a local non-governmental organization collaborating with the Ministry of Health (MoH) and County Health Management Teams to strengthen health systems for improved quality of healthcare in Kenya. Ciheb-Kenya is collaborating with the county governments of Mombasa, Kilifi, Kwale, Taita Taveta, Machakos, Makueni, Kitui, Nairobi, Kisumu, and Migori to support the implementation and expansion of high quality, sustainable, and comprehensive HIV prevention, care, and treatment programs, and expansion of COVID-19 vaccination with funding from the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR).


Job Summary


Reporting to the Senior Human Resource Manager, the Human Resources Officer is responsible for all aspects of the human resource function within the following programs Stawisha Pwani, CONNECT, TRACK and PACT Imara and performs a wide variety of duties focused on the life cycle of employee ( From advertisement of the position, shortlist, interviewing on boarding, performance, L&D, disciplinary, career growth and separation) plus Human Resource administrative duties.


Roles and Responsibilities


*Help in developing and recommend amendments in human resources policies and procedures.

*Maintain the Employee HR policies manual in accordance with Kenya labour laws and CIHEB-Kenya policies and procedures.

*Actively participate in the full-cycle recruitment for all (Connect, Track, Imara, Shared Services, and Stawisha) vacancies including development of job descriptions, placing job advertisements, screening, and interviewing qualified candidates, conducting references checks and extending employment offers.

*Ensure that all new hires are on boarded appropriately and given access to CIHEB-Kenya policies and procedures and support managers on the orientation of new employees.

*Ensure all employee files have all the required documents and the correct details are onload to the ERP system.

*Champion ERP- HR system, with up to 99% utilization of the module, check on bugs and any missing information.

*Compile CIHEB – Kenya employee data

*Manage all employee relations matters including conflict resolution and disciplinary matters in compliance with local labour laws, CIHEB-Kenya policies to meet the standards of a conducive working environment.

*Prepare Ciheb- Kenya monthly payroll data and run payroll reconciliation with Finance.

*Coordinate the administration of benefits by working closely with insurance (Medical and WIBA/GPA) to manage staff enrolments and terminations, Schedule periodic insurance benefits orientation for all staff members, track usage and reimbursement of claims.

*Ensure in all HR practices, there is strict compliance with the policies, labour law and donor requirements. This will include sub grantees compliance.

*Any other duty assigned by the immediate supervisor.


Requirements:


*Bachelor’s degree in HR Management is a must.

*Post graduate diploma in Human Resources Management.

*A minimum of Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in human resource management.

*Proven experience managing and working in an HR management capacity with large multi-cultural teams.

*Exceptional interpersonal communication skills.

*Must have proven strong HR systems and process skills

*Attention to detail, past experience in payroll administration an added advantage.

*Past supervisory experience a must.

*Professional HR qualification highly desirable

*Must have proven strong HR systems and process skills

*Must be a registered member of IHRM

*Working experience in Donor Funded Institution is desirable


How to Apply:

Kindly send your application that includes a cover letter and an updated CV including names of three professional referees to CIHEBKENYA_Recruitment@cihebkenya.org on or before 6th March 2024. Applicants are advised to include the title “HUMAN RESOURCE OFFICER” on the subject line.


The Center for International Health, Education and Biosecurity (Ciheb) — Kenya is an equal opportunity employer. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Monday, 19 February 2024

Cybersecurity Operations Officer Job at Metropal Sacco

 Job Title:Cybersecurity Operations Officer Job Metropal Sacco


Metropal Sacco is a co-operative union established under the Ministry of Co-operatives and Marketing, registered under the Co-operative Society’s Act Cap 490 of the Laws of Kenya.

Currently we have an asset base of over 29 Billion and with over 100,000 members across the country. We have branches in Nairobi, Kisumu, Meru, Kiambu, Thika, Meru, Eldoret, Nakuru, Kisumu and Mombasa. Besides providing savings and credit services the SACCO has other business lines like property management, mortgage services and Metropal Insurance which has been operational for over 20 years. We are looking for a Cybersecurity Operations Officer in all our branches.


Responsibilities


*This role will implement and support security controls systems (including Network Access Control, AntiMalware, Database Activity Monitoring, Fraud Management System etc.). This includes daily health checks, on-boarding of new assets, implementing of new security solutions, improvements on existing control systems etc.

*This role is responsible for implementation and support of operational components of Enterprise Information Security.

*The role will ensure that controls systems are managed and administered well, and will drive implementation of security controls as defined by the Information Security roadmap, best practice and industry guidelines.

*The role will also play a part in ensuring that information systems are compliant to information security baseline standards, by recommending and working with other technology stakeholders in defining these standards within these systems.

*This role will define and implement information security processes related to vulnerability management, patch management, malware management etc, ensuring that these practices are in place and implemented across the Bank.


Qualifications:


*A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or related field.

*Minimum 3 years working experience in a busy IT environment.

*Certification in a systems security or audit-related area, such as CISA, CISM or CISSP.

*Knowledge of technical infrastructure, networks, databases and systems.

*Project management skills preferred.

*Experience in conducting compliance assessments

*Experience in performing security reviews and risk assessments.


How to Apply:


If you believe you are a team player and would be a valuable resource to this ever-growing brand, kindly send your CV and Professional Certificates quoting the job title on the email subject (Cybersecurity Operations Officer) to careers@metropal.co.ke by 1st March 2024. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Data Management Officer Job Vacancy at Metropal Sacco

 Job Title:Data Management Officer Job Metropal Sacco



Metropal Sacco is a co-operative union established under the Ministry of Co-operatives and Marketing, registered under the Co-operative Society’s Act Cap 490 of the Laws of Kenya.

Currently we have an asset base of over 29 Billion and with over 100,000 members across the country. We have branches in Nairobi, Kisumu, Meru, Kiambu, Thika, Meru, Eldoret, Nakuru, Kisumu and Mombasa. Besides providing savings and credit services the SACCO has other business lines like property management, mortgage services and Metropal Insurance which has been operational for over 20 years. We are looking for a Data Management Officer all our branches.


Responsibilities:


*Examine key internal IT controls and evaluate control design and operating effectiveness in mitigating risk.

*Adhere to standard control test methodologies and deliver quality test work papers to support testing conclusions.

*Develop a strong understanding of business and system processes.

*Keep up to date on relevant policy, standards and regulatory requirements

*Work with IT process and control owners to understand and document internal IT controls.

*Collecting and interpreting data using metrics relevant to the goals of the company

*Using proper tools to carry out Data Analysis and manipulation

*Reporting the results back to the relevant members of the business

*Identifying patterns and trends in data sets

*Working alongside teams within the business or the management team to establish business needs

*Defining new data collection and analysis processes

*Any other duty assigned by the Project Manager


Qualifications:


*Bachelor’s degree in finance, banking, economics, Information Technology, Telecommunication, Database Management, statistics, mathematics business administration, accounting or any other related field

*Experience involving budgeting, bank reconciliation and preparation of financial statements are required

*Candidates with CPA certificates will have an added advantage


How to Apply:

If you believe you are a team player and would be a valuable resource to this ever-growing brand, kindly send your CV and Professional Certificates quoting the job title on the email subject (Data Management Officer) to careers@metropal.co.ke by 1st March 2024. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Accountant Job at Metropal Sacco

 Job Title:Accountant Job Metropal Sacco


Metropal Sacco is a co-operative union established under the Ministry of Co-operatives and Marketing, registered under the Co-operative Society’s Act Cap 490 of the Laws of Kenya.

Currently we have an asset base of over 29 Billion and with over 100,000 members across the country. We have branches in Nairobi, Kisumu, Meru, Kiambu, Thika, Meru, Eldoret, Nakuru, Kisumu and Mombasa. Besides providing savings and credit services the SACCO has other business lines like property management, mortgage services and Metropal Insurance which has been operational for over 20 years. We are looking for an accountant all our branches.


Responsibilities:


*Preparation of monthly management accounts.

*Timely and up to date bank reconciliations.

*Preparation of audit schedules both for internal and external audit.

*File statutory returns on timely manner as per the norms of KRA. (VAT/PAYE/NSSF/NHIF/P9)

*Prepare monthly financial statements, reports and records by collecting, analysing and summarizing account information

*Recording and maintaining the accounting transactions

*Maintain and reconcile bank accounts on regular basis.

*Generate invoices and make timely follow ups on accounts receivable

*Debt collection

*Research and reconcile all discrepancies.

*Petty Cash Management.

*Payroll Management

*Auditing and verifying documents.

*Following internal controls.

*Financial analysis on a requested basis

*Manage accounts payable

*Identify and provide strategic work solutions to improve the operational efficiency

*Assist in administrative functions of the office


Qualifications:


*Bachelor’s degree in finance, banking, economics, Information Technology, business administration, accounting or any other related field

*Minimum of 2-3 years accounting experience involving budgeting, bank reconciliation and preparation of financial statements are required

*Candidates with CPA certificates will have an added advantage


How to Apply:


If you believe you are a team player and would be a valuable resource to this ever-growing brand, kindly send your CV and Professional Certificates quoting the job title on the email subject (Accountant) to careers@metropal.co.ke by 1st March 2024. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Credit Officer Job at Metropal Sacco

 Job Title:Credit Officer Job Metropal Sacco


Metropal Sacco is a co-operative union established under the Ministry of Co-operatives and Marketing, registered under the Co-operative Society’s Act Cap 490 of the Laws of Kenya.

Currently we have an asset base of over 29 Billion and with over 100,000 members across the country. We have branches in Nairobi, Kisumu, Meru, Kiambu, Thika, Meru, Eldoret, Nakuru, Kisumu and Mombasa. Besides providing savings and credit services the SACCO has other business lines like property management, mortgage services and Metropal Insurance which has been operational for over 20 years. We are looking for a Credit Officer across all our branches.


Responsibilities


*Identify and onboard new customers

*Meet individual disbursement and collection targets

*Provide advisory services to customers on prudent use of credit

*Continuous customer engagement

*Customer credit vetting before onboarding.

*Follow up on payment on overdue customer accounts.

*Review arrears, monitor progress of existing loans, assess clients’ financial status on repayments and ensure achievement of set targets for the collections of invoices.

*Refer unresolved cases to the Credit Manager, prepare weekly reports on collections received, follow ups done and commitment dates agreed on.

*Maintain updated records of outstanding balances, drive repayment behavior, follow up with clients about repayment plans and advise clients accordingly.

*Analyze his/her portfolio data using excel function


Qualifications:


*Bachelor’s degree in finance, banking, economics, Information Technology, Database Management, statistics, business administration, accounting or any other related field

*Experience involving budgeting, bank reconciliation, and preparation of financial statements is required

*Candidates with CPA certificates will have an added advantage


How to Apply:

If you believe you are a team player and would be a valuable resource to this ever-growing brand, kindly send your CV and Professional Certificates quoting the job title on the email subject (Credit Officer) to careers@metropal.co.ke on or before 1st March 2024. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.