Job Description
The holder of this position will be reporting to the DVC(AFD) and the main responsibilities include; coordinates formulation of Human resource strategy and policy development in line with set business plans and objectives, ensures that the University attracts, develops and retains the best talent in the industry and aligns them to AIU’s business strategy, coordinates facility maintenance and ensures safety of the University’s infrastructure and assets and assets including third party service, ensuressmooth transport system, custodian of legal contracts and insurance services for the smooth operation of the University in line with policies, processes and procedures to achieve overall University strategy.
Main responsibilities
1. Designs, develops and implements effective human resources strategy, policies and procedures in line with University objectives.
2. Formulates and monitors the implementation of the University services management strategy in line with overall strategy, policies and procedures to achieve the institutions objectives and goals.
3. Ensures alignment of HR policies and procedures to the labour laws and other appropriate legislations
4. Monitors the University establishment, cost, productivity and advises on remedial actions.
5. Leads the reward and recognition policies, processes and their implementation.
6. Leads in developing a performance culture through elaborate policies and procedures to achieve the University’s strategy
7. Responsible for talent management in the department including coaching, mentoring, developing, motivating, training and evaluating staff to achieve highest levels of performance.
8. Prepares, monitors and reports the departmental budgetary allocations.
9. Leads and manages the department’s communication.
10. Manages and implements change initiatives to achieve desired university plans and culture.
11. Identifies, implements and benchmarks best practices in Universities facilities management.
12. Managing office space, staff housing and student accommodation to ensure availability and usability
13. Ensures availability and usability of classrooms and office facilities including furniture and fixtures to achieve customer satisfaction
14. Leads and manages the third party service delivery through Service Level Agreements (SLAs) including monitoring and providing periodic reports
15. Ensuring University’s safe and healthy environment including waste management in line with set local and international environmental standards
Job requirements
At least a Master’s degree in Administration and/or Human Resource Management or equivalent. Ph.D holders in the above fields will have an added advantage. Professional qualifications such as a Postgraduate Diploma in Administration or Human Resource Management is desirable. Should be a full member of IHRM with a practicing certificate. Key job skills for the job include; strategy formulation & implementation, talent management, performance enhancement, maturity as well as Interpersonal and communication skills, conflict resolution, stress management and counselling, leadership & team building skills, analytical & negotiation skills, governance and compliance and proficiency in information technology. Relevant experience of at least 10 years of productive experience in Administration and Human Resource Management in senior management, preferably at university setting.
Applications should be emailed to job.application@aiu.ac.ke ensuring vacancy code is in the subject. Attach a cover letter, detailed resume and duly filled job application form.
Deadline for application is October 29th, 2021, 5.00 p.m.