Deadline of this Job: 11 August 2022
JOB DETAILS:
About the Job:
• The Regional Talent Engagement Manager role is highly visible to a large cross section of key and senior stakeholders, many of which will be in critical leadership roles that have a significant impact on the organization’s ability to achieve key business outcomes and the overall Performance Ambition.
• The Talent Engagement Manager will be an expert in the resourcing, hiring, talent planning process, employee engagement and will be a coach and mentor to these key stakeholders.
Top Accountabilities
• Manage talent planning process in partnership with key stakeholders
• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process for all roles across East Africa
• Provide market intelligence on recruitment practices, compensation and benefits trends and general recruitment related intelligence
• Share monthly updates on recruitment status, analytics and projections
• Net Promoter Score –
• Support and maintain/improve the diversity progressive agenda with regards to equity and inclusion
• Manage onboarding experience for new hires, in partnership with relevant stakeholders
• Dotted-line management of Shared Service employees regarding talent engagement admin
• Partner with functional leads/P&C Director to draft annual Resourcing Plan
• Partner with functional leads to determine critical, senior, and hard-to-fill (HTF) roles for pipelining purposes.
• Engage external top talent as successors for identified critical, senior, and HTF roles
• Implement best-practice entry-level programs for external talent – internships, attachments and graduate program’s
• Champion the Employer Brand (EVP) agenda across East Africa. Initiate and execute EVP projects through social media platforms
• Manage the recruitment budget on an annual basis. This includes agency fees, EVP activities, background check costs, and all other relevant talent engagement expenses
• Raise and manage purchase orders within the talent engagement remit
• Adhere to all compliance requirements within the talent engagement and broader HR space. This includes but not limited to: Role time-to-fill (TTF), necessary background checks completed per candidate, and adherence to all external communication requirements
• Participate in the Inclusion and Diversity, with management of the talent representation pillar as specified locally
• Draft and present offers to successful internal and external candidates
• Draft and annual updates of policies that are relevant to talent engagement and/or the broader HR function
• External agency relationship management and budget adherence
• Reviewing external providers’ SLAs on an annual basis
• Coaching, training, and supporting line managers in the application of talent engagement tools/updates
• Safeguarding. Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility at VE, and it begins with me.
Qualifications and Experience
Required Qualifications:
• University/tertiary degree Experience 4-7 years’ experience in recruitment, talent management, or talent acquisition
• A higher diploma in Human Resources Management is an added advantage
• Track record of EVP activities implemented, and social media presence
• Strong knowledge and demonstrated ability to fill vacancies timeously, cross-functional stakeholder management, and compliance.
• Member of IHRM
• Excellent planning, coordination, and reporting skills, with the ability to organize substantial workload comprised of complex, diverse tasks and responsibilities;
Skills
• Networking, conflict-resolution, ability to work under pressure, stakeholder management, creativity, efficiency, effective communication, and agility.
• Barriers to Success in Role Inability to work with cross-functional stakeholders, Inability to adhere to all compliance requirements, Inability to work under pressure, Inability to adapt to constant change,
JOB DETAILS:
About the Job:
• The Regional Talent Engagement Manager role is highly visible to a large cross section of key and senior stakeholders, many of which will be in critical leadership roles that have a significant impact on the organization’s ability to achieve key business outcomes and the overall Performance Ambition.
• The Talent Engagement Manager will be an expert in the resourcing, hiring, talent planning process, employee engagement and will be a coach and mentor to these key stakeholders.
Top Accountabilities
• Manage talent planning process in partnership with key stakeholders
• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process for all roles across East Africa
• Provide market intelligence on recruitment practices, compensation and benefits trends and general recruitment related intelligence
• Share monthly updates on recruitment status, analytics and projections
• Net Promoter Score –
• Support and maintain/improve the diversity progressive agenda with regards to equity and inclusion
• Manage onboarding experience for new hires, in partnership with relevant stakeholders
• Dotted-line management of Shared Service employees regarding talent engagement admin
• Partner with functional leads/P&C Director to draft annual Resourcing Plan
• Partner with functional leads to determine critical, senior, and hard-to-fill (HTF) roles for pipelining purposes.
• Engage external top talent as successors for identified critical, senior, and HTF roles
• Implement best-practice entry-level programs for external talent – internships, attachments and graduate program’s
• Champion the Employer Brand (EVP) agenda across East Africa. Initiate and execute EVP projects through social media platforms
• Manage the recruitment budget on an annual basis. This includes agency fees, EVP activities, background check costs, and all other relevant talent engagement expenses
• Raise and manage purchase orders within the talent engagement remit
• Adhere to all compliance requirements within the talent engagement and broader HR space. This includes but not limited to: Role time-to-fill (TTF), necessary background checks completed per candidate, and adherence to all external communication requirements
• Participate in the Inclusion and Diversity, with management of the talent representation pillar as specified locally
• Draft and present offers to successful internal and external candidates
• Draft and annual updates of policies that are relevant to talent engagement and/or the broader HR function
• External agency relationship management and budget adherence
• Reviewing external providers’ SLAs on an annual basis
• Coaching, training, and supporting line managers in the application of talent engagement tools/updates
• Safeguarding. Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility at VE, and it begins with me.
Qualifications and Experience
Required Qualifications:
• University/tertiary degree Experience 4-7 years’ experience in recruitment, talent management, or talent acquisition
• A higher diploma in Human Resources Management is an added advantage
• Track record of EVP activities implemented, and social media presence
• Strong knowledge and demonstrated ability to fill vacancies timeously, cross-functional stakeholder management, and compliance.
• Member of IHRM
• Excellent planning, coordination, and reporting skills, with the ability to organize substantial workload comprised of complex, diverse tasks and responsibilities;
Skills
• Networking, conflict-resolution, ability to work under pressure, stakeholder management, creativity, efficiency, effective communication, and agility.
• Barriers to Success in Role Inability to work with cross-functional stakeholders, Inability to adhere to all compliance requirements, Inability to work under pressure, Inability to adapt to constant change,
Deputy Director, Human Resource Management job at Kenya Medical Supplies Authority (KEMSA)
Deputy Director, Human Resource Management
Job Ref. No KEMSA/CSD/2022/006:
Scope of Work /Duties /Responsibilities
• Interpreting and implementing Human Resource policies, strategies, guidelines and regulations;
• Coordinating the administration and processing of the payroll/Human Resource database; Managing employee relations and staff discipline;
• Coordinating the implementation and monitoring of Human Resource Planning and staff development programs;
• Carrying out periodic reviews of human resource terms and conditions of service;
• Reviewing and updating staff rules and regulations;
• Implementing Performance Appraisal System (PAS);
• Carrying out annual surveys on employee satisfaction (ESS), Work Environment Satisfaction (WES) and Training Needs Assessment (TNA);
• Facilitating staff welfare, reward and employee benefits programs;
• Implementing staff welfare, reward and employee benefits programs;
• Developing and implementing Division work plans, budgets and programmes; and
• Managing staff performance in the Human Resource Department.
Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following: - Human Resource Management; Human Resource Development or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
OR
• Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following fields: Sociology, Public/ Business Administration, or any other relevant qualification from a recognized institution Plus a Diploma in any of the following disciplines: Human Resource Management, Industrial Relations, Labor Relations, Pensions or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Human Resource Management, Finance, Accounts, Administration, Public Administration, Business Administration, or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Post graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management, Industrial Relations, Business/Public Administration from a recognized Institution;
• Part III of the Certified Human Resource Professional (CHRP) or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
• Certificate in Management Course from a recognized institution;
• Proficiency in computer applications;
• shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results; and
• Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution.
Working with Copia will give you an opportunity to:
• Have IMPACT by bringing accessibility to affordable goods and services to traditionally underserved customers and locations
• Quickly GROW your professional skillset by being part of a fast-paced, high growth and innovative organization.
• THRIVE in a fun and entrepreneurial culture that values input and action from all.
Job Description
Background
• Copia was founded in Silicon Valley in 2013. Copia started its operations in Kenya and is now serving over two million unique customers through a network of over 35,000 agents who operate as ordering and delivery points and, in return, benefit from up to a 40% increase in income through commissions. Building on its success in Kenya, Copia has expanded into Uganda and is now looking at additional African markets for further growth.
• Copia’s purpose is “Making Living Easier – Every Day” and it is aiming to become “The #1 E-Commerce Choice for the African Mass Market”. In this way, it is transforming an often-neglected market into empowered global consumers. Copia aims to be the best of Amazon or Alibaba combined with a FedEx or DHL run by experts in serving the base of the pyramid.
• Copia improves the quality of life for consumers at the base of the economic pyramid by making a wide range of trusted, affordable, reliable consumer goods accessible, from rice to hammers, mattresses to iron sheets, and soap to solar lights.
Reporting
• The successful candidate will be part of the global executive team and will report directly to the Chief Executive Officer.
Key Deliverable
• The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in the Company’s growth by aligning the people strategy with the overall group strategy. This includes strategic ownership of all human resources activities including, but not limited to, culture, organizational design, workforce planning, recruitment, employee experience, rewards and recognition and talent management and development. This role will oversee the entire human resources function across all Copia markets.
Role
• Working directly with the Chief Executive Officer, responsibilities will include:
• Serve as a strategic business partner to the senior leadership team, translating business strategy into strategic people plans.
• Take a multi-year approach to developing Copia’s people strategy so that the organization has the people capability required for the massive multi-market growth that is ahead
• Drive and connect the development of all people workstreams in a way that supports a high-performance organization.
• Come with an innovative mindset abut the workforce of the future and the best people strategies to attract, retain and develop high performers. Develop a clear employer brand that is distinctive in the market.
• Guide the organization through the growth into a global multi-market organization
• Act as a coach and mentor to operational and functional leadership.
• Manage, coach, and develop direct reports, providing leadership for the human resources team.
• Establish a strong cooperative relationship with operational leaders by providing the information, tools, and services necessary to carry out their people-management responsibilities, and ensure that the people processes are compatible with and support operational needs
• Oversee the investigation of all employee complaints or allegations dealing with issues related to legal, policy, and practice violations
• Contribute to the establishment of a learning environment and support with educational and professional development opportunities for staff
• Be the spokesperson on behalf of people matters with the Board, investors, regulators, and other relevant stakeholders.
Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
• Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred
• 15 + years’ experience of progressive human resources responsibility with previous experience as the senior-most Human Resources leader in a mid-large size organization.
• Experience working in multiple African markets in a high growth organization – both organically in existing markets and through geographical expansion.
• Experience in an industry with large geographically distributed field or warehouse based entry-level workforces preferred. Tech experience would also be highly advantageous.
• Previous experience working at Board level and with investors.
• Exceptional business acumen and judgement.
• Deep knowledge of legal human resources compliance matters
• High emotional intelligence with the ability to navigate and discuss sensitive or challenging topics with a wide range of stakeholders.
• The ability to think strategically yet pay close attention to detail
• Ability to be recognized as a positive change agent
Additional Information
You are also:
• Customer-centric – You put the customer first in everything you do. You are obsessed with fostering a positive customer experience.
• Prompt and decisive - You have a sense of urgency. You act promptly and with intention to make things happen efficiently and effectively. You do what needs to be done immediately, without being asked and in the most thorough way possible to achieve results.
• A team player – You proactively contribute to the team with the aim of adding value. You make positive contributions to team discussions that help the team move forward in achieving their goal
• Result oriented - You deliver results boldly. You recognize what results are important and you take the necessary steps to achieve them.
• Positive and fun – You learn from everything you do. You also give and take constructive feedback.
Requirements for appointment
Applicants must have the following: -
• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Management; OR Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences plus a Diploma in Human Resource Management;
• Must be a professional member of IHRM
• Certificate in computer applications skills; and
Duties and Responsibilities
This is the entry and training grade for this cadre. An officer at this level will work under the guidance of a senior officer. Specific duties and responsibilities will entail:
• Authorizing leave;
• Authorizing payroll data amendments;
• Attending to general correspondence;
• Verifying information relating to recruitment, appointment, transfers, salary payment;
• Issuing letters of appointment and confirmation;
• Issuing retirement notices;
• Processing of separation documents/benefits;
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Deadline of this Job: 16 August 2022
JOB DETAILS: Deputy Director, Human Resource Management
Job Ref. No KEMSA/CSD/2022/006:
Scope of Work /Duties /Responsibilities
• Interpreting and implementing Human Resource policies, strategies, guidelines and regulations;
• Coordinating the administration and processing of the payroll/Human Resource database; Managing employee relations and staff discipline;
• Coordinating the implementation and monitoring of Human Resource Planning and staff development programs;
• Carrying out periodic reviews of human resource terms and conditions of service;
• Reviewing and updating staff rules and regulations;
• Implementing Performance Appraisal System (PAS);
• Carrying out annual surveys on employee satisfaction (ESS), Work Environment Satisfaction (WES) and Training Needs Assessment (TNA);
• Facilitating staff welfare, reward and employee benefits programs;
• Implementing staff welfare, reward and employee benefits programs;
• Developing and implementing Division work plans, budgets and programmes; and
• Managing staff performance in the Human Resource Department.
Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following: - Human Resource Management; Human Resource Development or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
OR
• Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following fields: Sociology, Public/ Business Administration, or any other relevant qualification from a recognized institution Plus a Diploma in any of the following disciplines: Human Resource Management, Industrial Relations, Labor Relations, Pensions or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Human Resource Management, Finance, Accounts, Administration, Public Administration, Business Administration, or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Post graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management, Industrial Relations, Business/Public Administration from a recognized Institution;
• Part III of the Certified Human Resource Professional (CHRP) or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
• Certificate in Management Course from a recognized institution;
• Proficiency in computer applications;
• shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results; and
• Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution.
Deadline of this Job: 14 August 2022
JOB DETAILS: Working with Copia will give you an opportunity to:
• Have IMPACT by bringing accessibility to affordable goods and services to traditionally underserved customers and locations
• Quickly GROW your professional skillset by being part of a fast-paced, high growth and innovative organization.
• THRIVE in a fun and entrepreneurial culture that values input and action from all.
Job Description
Background
• Copia was founded in Silicon Valley in 2013. Copia started its operations in Kenya and is now serving over two million unique customers through a network of over 35,000 agents who operate as ordering and delivery points and, in return, benefit from up to a 40% increase in income through commissions. Building on its success in Kenya, Copia has expanded into Uganda and is now looking at additional African markets for further growth.
• Copia’s purpose is “Making Living Easier – Every Day” and it is aiming to become “The #1 E-Commerce Choice for the African Mass Market”. In this way, it is transforming an often-neglected market into empowered global consumers. Copia aims to be the best of Amazon or Alibaba combined with a FedEx or DHL run by experts in serving the base of the pyramid.
• Copia improves the quality of life for consumers at the base of the economic pyramid by making a wide range of trusted, affordable, reliable consumer goods accessible, from rice to hammers, mattresses to iron sheets, and soap to solar lights.
Reporting
• The successful candidate will be part of the global executive team and will report directly to the Chief Executive Officer.
Key Deliverable
• The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in the Company’s growth by aligning the people strategy with the overall group strategy. This includes strategic ownership of all human resources activities including, but not limited to, culture, organizational design, workforce planning, recruitment, employee experience, rewards and recognition and talent management and development. This role will oversee the entire human resources function across all Copia markets.
Role
• Working directly with the Chief Executive Officer, responsibilities will include:
• Serve as a strategic business partner to the senior leadership team, translating business strategy into strategic people plans.
• Take a multi-year approach to developing Copia’s people strategy so that the organization has the people capability required for the massive multi-market growth that is ahead
• Drive and connect the development of all people workstreams in a way that supports a high-performance organization.
• Come with an innovative mindset abut the workforce of the future and the best people strategies to attract, retain and develop high performers. Develop a clear employer brand that is distinctive in the market.
• Guide the organization through the growth into a global multi-market organization
• Act as a coach and mentor to operational and functional leadership.
• Manage, coach, and develop direct reports, providing leadership for the human resources team.
• Establish a strong cooperative relationship with operational leaders by providing the information, tools, and services necessary to carry out their people-management responsibilities, and ensure that the people processes are compatible with and support operational needs
• Oversee the investigation of all employee complaints or allegations dealing with issues related to legal, policy, and practice violations
• Contribute to the establishment of a learning environment and support with educational and professional development opportunities for staff
• Be the spokesperson on behalf of people matters with the Board, investors, regulators, and other relevant stakeholders.
Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
• Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred
• 15 + years’ experience of progressive human resources responsibility with previous experience as the senior-most Human Resources leader in a mid-large size organization.
• Experience working in multiple African markets in a high growth organization – both organically in existing markets and through geographical expansion.
• Experience in an industry with large geographically distributed field or warehouse based entry-level workforces preferred. Tech experience would also be highly advantageous.
• Previous experience working at Board level and with investors.
• Exceptional business acumen and judgement.
• Deep knowledge of legal human resources compliance matters
• High emotional intelligence with the ability to navigate and discuss sensitive or challenging topics with a wide range of stakeholders.
• The ability to think strategically yet pay close attention to detail
• Ability to be recognized as a positive change agent
Additional Information
You are also:
• Customer-centric – You put the customer first in everything you do. You are obsessed with fostering a positive customer experience.
• Prompt and decisive - You have a sense of urgency. You act promptly and with intention to make things happen efficiently and effectively. You do what needs to be done immediately, without being asked and in the most thorough way possible to achieve results.
• A team player – You proactively contribute to the team with the aim of adding value. You make positive contributions to team discussions that help the team move forward in achieving their goal
• Result oriented - You deliver results boldly. You recognize what results are important and you take the necessary steps to achieve them.
• Positive and fun – You learn from everything you do. You also give and take constructive feedback.
Deadline of this Job: 12 August 2022
JOB DETAILS: Requirements for appointment
Applicants must have the following: -
• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Management; OR Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences plus a Diploma in Human Resource Management;
• Must be a professional member of IHRM
• Certificate in computer applications skills; and
Duties and Responsibilities
This is the entry and training grade for this cadre. An officer at this level will work under the guidance of a senior officer. Specific duties and responsibilities will entail:
• Authorizing leave;
• Authorizing payroll data amendments;
• Attending to general correspondence;
• Verifying information relating to recruitment, appointment, transfers, salary payment;
• Issuing letters of appointment and confirmation;
• Issuing retirement notices;
• Processing of separation documents/benefits;
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