Head of Human Resources and Administration job in Kenya

Kenya Film Commission (KFC) is a State Corporation established vide Legal Notice No. 10 of 2005.
The Commission, whose vision is to be the reputed film partner of choice, is mandated to promote Kenya as a centre of excellence in film production.
KFC works closely with film producers, government agencies, private organizations, professional bodies and associations in the film industry, other film commissions and other stakeholders in the film industry.
KFC has exiting career opportunities and now seeks to recruit self-motivated, dynamic and result-oriented persons to fill the following senior positions:

Head of Human Resources and Administration
Job Ref KFC/HHRA/2010

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the job holder will formulate and implement Human Resources & Administration strategies and policies for optimum development and utilization of KFC resources.

Job Profile:

    * Development, implementation and regular review of KFC Human Resources strategies, policies and procedures.
    * Formulation and implementing Human Resources and Administration work plan in line with KFC performance contract.
    * Formulation and implementation of the corporate performance management and appraisal program.
    * Ensure proper coordination of the day-to-day operations and maximum utilization of Commission facilities such as vehicles and office equipments
    * Oversee all HR functions including HR planning and management succession, recruitment and selection, training and development, reward management, staff welfare, employee health and safety, employee relations, personnel administration, maintenance and separation.
    * Ensure proper management of disasters and timely response to emergencies.
    * Proactively advising the Commission on the best practice of managing people at work and of the labour laws as they apply to Human Resources management.
    * Provide effective leadership to the HR and Administration teams

Required Qualifications:

    * Bachelor degree in a relevant social science
    * Master’s degree in Business Administration or in a related field
    * Qualification in Human Resources Management at Diploma or degree level.
    * 7 years experience 3 of which should be in a senior management position
    * Hands-on knowledge of HRIS
    * Experience in public sector performance contracting process
    * Possess business, managerial, administrative and people mobilization skills
    * Team leadership and problem-solving abilities
    * Discretion when dealing with confidential information
    * Proficiency in computer application packages

These positions will attract a competitive remunerative package.

Please send your application and a detailed CV with two (2) referees indicating your current position, current remuneration, expected remuneration, e-mail and day-time telephone contact; including copies of relevant academic and professional certificates and testimonials, to reach the undersigned on or before December 22, 2010.

Please quote the Job reference number and address your application to:

The Chief Executive Officer,
Kenya Film Commission,
Lenana Road, Jumuia Place, Second Floor
P. O. Box 76417-00508, Nairobi, Kenya.
Tel. 020-2714073/4.

E-mail: md@filmingkenya.com

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted