Assistant Director, HR & Development Job SHA

Assistant Director, HR & Development Job

Minimum Qualifications:

Masters Degree

Job Term: Permanent and Pensionable

Position Level: SHA 4

Remuneration:

Kes.200,204 x 10,014 – 210,218 x 10,511 – 220,729 x 11,032 – 231,761 x 11,587 – 243,348 x 12,172 – 255,521 x 12,775 – 268,295 x 13,418 – 281,714 x 14,085 – 295,799 x 14,787 – 310,586 x 15,530 – 326,116 x 16,308 – 342,423 pa.

Allowances:
House: Kes 55,000/=
Commuter: Kes 22,000/=
Entertainment: Kes 6,250/=
Leave: Kes 20,000/=

Number of positions: 2

Qualifications, Skills and Experience Required:

• Cumulative service period of twelve (12) years relevant work experience, three (3) of which must have been at the grade of Principal Human Resource Management and Development Officer or a comparable position.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution; OR Bachelor’s degree in Social Science, Public Administration, Business Administration, or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution plus Higher Diploma in Human Resource from a recognized institution.
• Master’s degree in Human Resource Management, Administration, Business Administration, or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
• Certified Human Resource Practitioners (CHRP-K) with a valid practicing license.
• Certificate in Leadership Course or its equivalent lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution.
• Membership of the Institute of Human Resource Management in good standing.
• A valid practicing license where applicable from a recognized institution.
• Proficiency in computer applications.
• Demonstrated merit and ability in work performance and results.

Responsibilities:

• Developing human resources plans and budgets.
• Participating in job analysis to develop job descriptions and competency profiles.
• Participating in the recruitment and selection process to ensure qualified human resources.
• Overseeing proper records management of human resources development information and administrative support services.
• Participating in the development and implementation of human resource policies and procedures to enhance workplace relations.
• Liaison between Authority Management and the Union to promote industrial harmony.
• Attending to trade disputes raised by the union.
• Overseeing the smooth running of the staff clinic.
• Planning, monitoring, and evaluating the performance of departmental staff and implementing development action plans.
• Providing input in the development, implementation, and evaluation of strategic human resource management plans.
• Conferring with relevant professional bodies and government agencies on training policies and regulations.
• Designing and coordinating staff training programs based on identified needs.
• Developing training resources.
• Facilitating training programmes using appropriate methodologies.
• Monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of training programs.
• Ensuring compliance with organizational policies and regulations.

How to Apply

Applications can be submitted via either application portal https://recruitment.sha.go.ke/ or physically delivered to SHA building 10th floor by clearly marking the position applied for on the envelope.

How to submit online applications

• Create an account
• Complete your profile by filling in your details in all the relevant sections
• Click on the vacancies tab
• On the jobs list, click on View Details to access the details of a particular job
• At the bottom section of the job’s detail, click on Apply to submit your application

Physical applications should be addressed to:

The Chairperson
Social Health Authority
P. O Box 30443-00100
Ragati Road
NAIROBI

Interested candidates should submit their applications, including:

• A cover letter demonstrating suitability for the position.
• A detailed curriculum vitae.
• Copies of academic and professional certificates.
• Contacts of at least three professional referees.

Applicants must satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya by submitting valid and current copies of the following:

• Certificate of Good Conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations.
• Tax Compliance Certificate from the Kenya Revenue Authority.
• Clearance Certificate from the Higher Education Loans Board (HELB).
• Clearance Certificate from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC).
• Report from a Credit Reference Bureau (CRB).

Apply by 19th August, 2025 by 5.00P.M