Kenya Pipeline Job Vacancy : General Manager (Human Resource & Administration)

Kenya Pipeline Job Vacancy : General Manager (Human Resource & Administration)
February 28, 2015 Job Description
Kenya Pipeline Company Limited is a State Corporation whose core mandate is to receive, store, and transport petroleum products from the Port of Mombasa to the hinterland and the East African Region.
The company seeks a suitable candidate to fill the following position:
General Manager (Human Resource & Administration)
1 Post

Reporting to the Managing Director (CEO)
Job Profile
Develop/review of all Human Resources and Administration policies, standards and strategies.
Develop/implement secure, reliable and efficient procedures and staff capacity to meet the needs of the KPC business.
Provide professional leadership in the development and implementation of human resource and administration plans and budgets in performance management in order to ensure efficient and cost effective provision of services.
Maintain effective communication between staff of all cadres to provide the right working environment for achievement of the Company’s goals.
Ensure that the Company has the right staff in terms of skills mix and numbers and that they are motivated for maximum productivity.
Ensure that the Company has in place an internally equitable and externally competitive remuneration package.
Provide technical leadership to multidisciplinary teams to enable them develop, implement and evaluate strategic management plans and budgets aimed at improving performance standards and organizational effectiveness
Ensure that there is an effective staff training and development plan in place.
Ensure compliance with good human resource practices, labour laws and good labour relations with the trade union.
Ensure efficient and effective use, and security of the Company assets such as buildings, office equipment and vehicles.
Initiate and participate in organizational performance reviews and business process improvement programmes as well as undertake special investigations aimed at improving organizational effectiveness.
Develop and implement strategies for creating a high performing organizational culture based on transparency, integrity, accountability, performance measurement and results to ensure that programme activities are undertaken on sound management principles and practices.
Oversee the development and implementation of the Company’s performance management systems.
Perform any other duties as may be required from time to time.
Person Profile
Master’s degree in a relevant field
Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences from a recognized university
Be a holder of Post Graduate Diploma in HR
Minimum of twelve (12) years relevant experience 5 of which should be at senior level in a large and busy organization.
Membership to relevant professional body – IHRM.
Other Competences
Strong leadership skills including effective interpersonal, communication, influencing and negotiation skills and the ability to relate to people from different cultures and backgrounds
In depth knowledge of human resources and administration policies, systems and procedures
Ability to lead staff, including training and conflict management skills
Understanding of the purpose, background and policies of Kenya Pipeline Company and understanding of the roles of other staff
Strong planning and organizational skills
In depth understanding of labour laws and other relevant legislations.
Proven track record and ability to manage change and interpersonal conflict
Proficiency in computer applications including computerized HR information systems, email, internet and other relevant software packages
Ability to deliver the articulated vision for change to staff members thus being able to create a sense of urgency around change and motivate staff to join change efforts.
Initiate and participate in organizational performance reviews and business process improvement programmes as well as undertake special investigations aimed at improving organizational effectiveness.
Ability to take personal responsibility for dealing with employee issues and concerns. Makes self fully available and takes actions beyond normal expectations.
Ability to maintain professional status and keep abreast of evolving trends in management through continuing professional education programmes.
Demonstrated ability to deal patiently and sympathetically with people from diverse backgrounds and to develop practical solutions to problems.
Suitably qualified candidates who meet the criteria above are encouraged to apply in confidence by enclosing CVs with full details of Education background, Professional Qualifications, relevant experience and attach copies of certificates by end of business, 4th March 2015. Qualified candidates will be expected to be tax compliant and to have cleared with HELB, Credit Bureau, CID and relevant professional body. Compliance with Chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya is mandatory. How to Apply
Applications may be deposited in the APPLICATION BOX at our Head Office, Kenpipe Plaza, Ground Floor located on Sekondi Road, off Nanyuki Road, Industrial Area or posted to:
The Managing Director
Kenya Pipeline Company Limited
P.O. Box 73442, 00200
Nairobi.
Kenya Pipeline Company is an equal opportunity employer and the marginalized groups are encouraged to apply.
Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.