Job Description
JOB DESCRIPTION AND APPOINTMENT SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE POSITION OF SENIOR HUMAN RESOURCE OFFICER, JOB GROUPC4
Terms: Permanent and Pensionable
(A) JOB PURPOSE
The Senior Human Resource Officer will support the Deputy Director Human Resource to provide strategic leadership, oversee human resources functions and foster a positive work environment aligned with the Authority’s Values.
(B) DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Analyzing and compiling data for the development, implementation and review of human resource policies, strategies, regulations, guidelines and procedures;
2. Implementing human resource management decisions within existing rules, regulations and procedures;
3. Verifying information relating to recruitment, promotion, leave, transfer and exit documents;
4. Updating payroll and complement data;
5. Maintaining accurate record of expiry of contracts, probationary periods, acting appointments and submitting reports for decision making;
6. Analyzing training applications and staff performance appraisals;
7. Collating and compiling data on staff performance appraisals;
8. Updating the Human Resource Information System;
9. Compile agenda and minutes for Human Resource Advisory Committee;
10. Review draft correspondences and letters;
11. Monitoring employee leave records;
12. Identifying staff development programmes;
13. Providing support in Human resource planning and recruitment process; and
14. Implementing staff welfare schemes including medical cover and Group Life insurance schemes.
(C) JOB SPECIFICATIONS
For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:-
1. Served in the grade of Human Resource Officer or in a comparable and relevant position in the Public Service for a minimum period of four (4) years;
2. Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines:- Human Resource Management, Business Administration or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
3. Membership to Institute of Human Resource Management in good standing;
4. Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution;
5. Proficiency in computer applications
6. Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance