The World Agroforestry Centre is an independent research institution which generates science-based knowledge about the complex role trees play in agricultural landscapes and rural livelihoods. As part of the Centre’s work to bring tree-based solutions to bear on poverty and environmental problems, researchers – working in close collaboration with partners – are developing new technologies, tools and policy recommendations for increased food security and ecosystem health.
The Centre’s headquarters are located in Nairobi, Kenya, and research is conducted in 23 countries in Africa, Asia and Latin America. We are supported by the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR) and receive funding from over 50 different donors. Human Resources Specialist - Recruitment and Insurance
Location: Nairobi
Type: Full timeJob Opening ID: 25
Number of positions: 1
Deadline: 21 Jun-2013
Job Category: Nationally Recruited Staff
Department: Human Resources
Designation : Human Resources Specialist - Recruitment and Insurance
Country: Kenya
Duty station: NairobiIn line with HR best practices and ICRAF HR policies, manage recruitment, contract tracking and management, and staff insurance processes.
Recruitment, selection and OrientationContribute to the development, principles and regular review of ICRAF’s recruitment strategyParticipate in the development of recruitment guidelines and procedures, and take the lead in improving process documentation, effectiveness of sourcing strategy, ensure availability of data measuring the activity, and on-going improvement of interviewers’ recruitment skills.Train managers in interviewing skills and the recruitment process.Prepare guidelines on interviewing proceedings and continuously source improvements to the same.Ensure equity and fairness in the interview process.In-charge of the post selection processesEnsure timely processing of appointment letters and contractsReview and update induction manual and develop regular induction and orientation programs for all categories of staff at the CentreFacilitate orientation sessions and arranging training for employees on-the-job.Provide support to the hosted institutionsUpdate and maintain all Personnel Files and HR archiveParticipate is in the review and sourcing of local medical schemeCoordinate various staff insurance policies ensuring equity across the centre.Administer and liaise with the local medical providers ensuring that new members are registered into the medical scheme and leaver’s information is communicated to the provider in a timely manner.Administer and Coordinate Group life/ Personal Accident insurances, ensuring timely renewal and accurate information at all times ( updated staff list with current salaries), communicated to the providersFor all insurances, ensure that invoices are received in a timely manner, reviewed, and forwarded to the Head of HR for approval.Manage the insurance and medical processes with the AIARC and GENERALI procedures by ensuring all relevant AIARC related forms for IRS are submitted within the deadline to AIARC.Design and implement guidelines on contract tracking and management. This includes all types of contracts at ICRAF.Provide a monthly report on contracts renewals, pending contracts.Timely contract processingParticipate in the various HR projects as required.Master’s degree in the relevant field with Minimum of 7 years relevant experience 5 years being in recruitmentKnowledge of recruitment techniques and processesAnalytical, problem-solving skills and capacity building skillsProficiency in ICTDemonstrable oral and written communication skillsTactful, discrete and confidential, persuasive, sound and timely judgementExcellent communication and interpersonal skills7 years with 5 being in recruitment
