The Human Resource Director role at United States International University - Africa is a senior leadership position focused on providing strategic HR direction, managing talent, ensuring regulatory compliance, overseeing employee relations, and driving organizational effectiveness within the University environment. USIU-Africa is an independent, not-for-profit institution located in the Kasarani area, off Thika Road in the suburb of Nairobi, serving 6,512 students representing 69 nationalities.
Responsibilities
Strategic HR Leadership
- Develop and implement sustainable HR strategies focused on staff engagement, development, and retention.
- Lead and oversee HR processes including recruitment, learning, compensation, performance management, and labor relations.
- Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, guiding on HR matters.
- Ensure alignment of HR policies and practices with the University’s goals and evolving needs in the education sector.
Leadership and Stakeholder Management
- Provide mentorship and development opportunities to HR team members.
- Engage with key stakeholders across the University to build strong, productive relationships.
- Serve as a senior leadership team member, translating strategy into actionable HR goals.
Talent Management and Development
- Drive the University’s organizational development strategy to support corporate objectives.
- Foster a “We are one” culture through leadership development, management strategies, and employee engagement initiatives.
- Develop and manage succession planning and workforce analytics to support future talent needs and leadership continuity.
- Guide the design and execution of training and development programs to enhance employee competencies and performance.
Compliance and Risk Management
- Ensure full compliance with HR-related regulations, including labor laws, occupational health, and safety standards.
- Oversee HR, health, security, and insurance functions, ensuring optimal service delivery and regulatory adherence.
- Manage risk mitigation processes related to HR functions, including audits and health safety.
Employee Relations and Culture
- Create and maintain fair, inclusive, and transparent workplace policies and practices.
- Address employee concerns and maintain a harassment-free environment.
- Promote Equity, diversity and inclusion within the University, providing regular progress reports.
Performance and Organizational Effectiveness
- Oversee performance management systems, ensuring effective tracking and development of KPIs aligned with the University’s goals.
- Lead initiatives related to leadership, team effectiveness, cultural alignment, and change management.
Administrative and Operational Oversight
- Manage the HR department’s annual plan and budget, ensuring resources are effectively allocated.
- Oversee communication, records management, and the operational delivery of HR services.
- Supervise the implementation and monitoring of outsourced services like health, security, and insurance to ensure value delivery.
Candidate Profile
Academic Qualifications
- Master’s degree in human resource management or related field.
- Bachelor’s degree in human resource management or related field.
Professional Qualifications/Membership to Professional Bodies/Publication
- Post Graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management/Certified Human Resource Professional.
- Licensed Member of IHRM in good standing.
Experience and Knowledge
- Over Twelve (12) years of relevant experience with over four (4) years in management, two (2) of which should be at senior management level in a similar organization.
- Experience from an institution of Higher learning will be an added advantage.
Competencies
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to interpret contexts and set direction.
- Executive disposition and demonstrate high levels of integrity.
- Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) Employee Experience and Culture.
- Analytics Translation.
- Ability to Co-create Strategy and results-driven.
- Strategic and innovative with the ability to sell the vision of the University.
- Ability to develop long-term integrated and cross-functional operational plans.
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