Director of Administration and Human Resources Job Vacancy – National Museums of Kenya

Director of Administration and Human Resources Job Vacancy – National Museums of Kenya

December 10, 2014

Job Description

The National Museums of Kenya (NMK) is a multi-disciplinary state corporation whose core mandate is identification, preservation, conservation and development of Kenya’s rich and diverse heritage.

We are seeking to recruit exceptional Kenyans with strong administrative, organizational and leadership skills and extensive experience in areas of specialization to fill the positions below:

Director , Administration and Human Resources

Ref: NMK/HR/DAHR/01/14

Reporting to the Director General, the successful candidate will provide overall leadership and strategic direction in formulating and implementing policies for administration and human resource strategy.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Co-ordinate and monitor implementation of NMK HR and Administrative policies
• Advise the Board of Director and management of NMK on all matters relating to Human Resources and administration
• Coordinate Human Resources Planning and Development
• Co-ordinate the planning of procurement, allocation and utilization of supplies; coordinate the management of NMK physical assets
• Liaise with relevant Government Ministries and other institutions on general administrative matters
• Ensure availability of appropriate insurance policies for staff, collections and physical assets
• Assist the Director General in preparation of Board of Directors meetings and implementation of Board decisions;

Requirements for Appointment

• Possession of a Masters Degree in Business Administration/Human Resource/Public Administration or equivalent field from a recognized institution
• Have served in the grade of Human Resource/ Administration Manager or a comparable position in a reputable organization for a period of not less than five (5) years
• Registered member of Institute of Human Resource Management, or any other relevant professional body
• Experience in or knowledge of labour laws, Employment Act, Insurance and Pensions is an advantage.

Terms: Initial appointment will be on a three-year contract, which will be renewable based on output and mutual agreement.

Salary Grade: NM2

Salary Scale: KES. 132,652 – 197,437 per month, a house allowance of KES. 40,000 per month and other incentives.

How to Apply

All applications should be clearly labeled with the name of the position applied for both on the envelope and on the cover letter and include copies of the following documents: A cover letter, detailed resume, copies of relevant academic and professional certificates, National Identity Card or Passport, testimonials, other relevant supporting documents and names and addresses of three (3) referees (include telephone contact and email).

Applications should be addressed to: The Office of the Director General, National Museums of Kenya. Hand- delivered applications should be dropped in a box marked “Applications” located at the Nairobi National Museum, main gallery security office.

Electronic applications shall be in PDF format,with the subject line being the position applied for and sent to: applications@museums.or.ke

All applications should reach us not later than Monday 5th January 2015 at 12 noon.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.