Location: Nairobi, Kenya

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Department Summary

The Programs Department plays a critical role in achieving CMMB’s strategy around improving the lives of women and children, by leading the provision of high quality programs focused on children’s and mothers’ health, and particularly in the development and implementation of our CHAMPS model. This team is also responsible for generating revenue from and partnering effectively with government(s), major foundations, and other major donors, and will help to position and enhance CMMB’s technical capacity and reputation in the field of global healthcare.

CMMB has been working in Kenya for almost 15 years. CMMB works to ensure that the most vulnerable populations, especially mothers and children, have access to quality services in health care, health promotion and illness prevention.


Overview

Reporting to the County Director, you are a creative problem solver, responsible for the development and delivery of innovative people solutions. You support Management in the achievement of strategic objectives through provision of consultative support and delivering programs in all areas of strategic human resources including compensation, performance management, recruitment, workforce planning, organizational design and employee engagement.

You recognize that innovative Human Resources means understanding business imperatives and translating them into practical solutions that drive tangible results. While you will operate at a strategic level with senior management, you can move seamlessly to an operational mode to tackle day to day operational needs of the department.


Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement HR strategies and initiatives aligned with the overall business strategy.
  • Bridge management and employee relations by addressing demands and other related issues.
  • Manage the recruitment and selection process
  • Support current and future business needs through the development, engagement, motivation and preservation of human capital.
  • Develop and monitor overall HR strategies, systems, and procedures across the organization.
  • Nurture a positive working environment.
  • Oversee and manage a performance appraisal system that drives high performance.
  • Manage employee benefits scheme.
  • Assess individual training needs, consolidate and develop a comprehensive staff development plan.
  • Report to management and provide decision support through HR metrics
  • Ensure legal compliance throughout human resource management.

Qualifications and Experiences

  • You have a university degree in Human Resource Management from a reputable institution. A master’s Degree is an added advantage.
  • Minimum of 3 years of demonstrated experience working with and influencing managers at all levels while helping deliver strategic people initiatives that positively impact projects results.
  • Experience working in an NGO and supporting multiple projects in different locations in a fast-paced work environment.
  • People oriented and results driven.
  • Knowledge of HR systems and databases.
  • Excellent listening and presentation skills.
  • Competence to build and effectively manage interpersonal relationships at all levels of the organization In-depth knowledge of labour law and HR best practices.
  • You can work under pressure and meet deadlines.
  • You should be organized, hardworking and personable.
  • You are comfortable working for a faith-based organization.
  • You believe in CMMB, where we’re going, and what we can do together to achieve Healthier Lives Worldwide.
  • A registered member of IHRM.

Desired Skills

  • Ability to drive innovative change
    Building an environment where changes are embraced as opportunities
  • Strategic thought leadership
    Clear strategic thinker who recognizes and seizes opportunities. Consistently applies up to date professional expertise to develop and optimize a winning strategy.
  • Ability to champion collaboration
    Applies understanding of people and clear communication to build partnerships and work collaboratively to meet shared objectives.
  • Personal growth and learning
    Seeks out knowledge and opportunities for learning and self-improvement among the team.

How to apply

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All applications must be received by April 22nd, 2022.

Note: Only Shortlisted candidates will be contacted.