Director Administration & Human Resource Job National Museum of Kenya

Director Administration & Human Resource Job. HR Jobs In Kenya

National Museums of Kenya is a state corporation established by an Act of Parliament, the Museums and Heritage Act 2006. NMK is a multi-disciplinary institution whose role is to collect, preserve, study, document and present Kenya’s past and present cultural and natural heritage. This is for the purposes of enhancing knowledge, appreciation, respect and sustainable utilization of these resources for the benefit of Kenya and the world, for now and posterity. It is in line with the need to realize the above mandate that NMK management is seeking to recruit a suitable and qualified person to fill the position of Director Administration & Human Resource (NM2).

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Position Functions:

• The holder of the position will report to the Director General and will be responsible for the following specific functions:
• Formulation and implementation of overall NMK policies and strategies for human resources management and administration;
• Coordinating and monitoring implementation of NMK human resource and administrative policies;
• Advising the Board of Directors and management of NMK on all matters relating to human resources and administration;
• Coordinating Human Resources Planning and Development;
• Accounting for and coordinating the planning and execution of the directorate budget;
• Ensuring that terms and conditions of service for the NMK staff are documented and implemented:
• Coordinating the planning of procurement, allocation and utilization of supplies;
• Coordinating the management of NMK physical assets;
• Liaising with relevant Government Ministries and other institutions on general administrative matters;
• Ensure availability of appropriate insurance policies for staff, assets and collections;
• Assisting the Director General in preparation of Board of Directors meetings and implementation of Board decisions; and
• Oversee planning and strategy, transport, security, marketing, information technology, and maintenance functions.

Requirements For Appointment

• Twelve (12) years relevant work experience, five (5) of which should have been in Management position.
• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Business Administration/Human Resource/Public Administration or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution
• Master’s Degree in any of the following disciplines: Business Administration/Human Resource/Public Administration or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Be a registered member of Institute of Human Resource Management in good standing
• Leadership Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution vi. Proficiency in computer applications
• Demonstrated professional competence and ability as reflected in work performance and results.
• Fulfil the requirements of Chapter six (6) of the Constitution

Key competence and skills

• Strategic thinking ii) Strong analytical skills;
• Strong communication and reporting skills
• Strong leadership skills and ability to lead teams
• Strong interpersonal skills;
• Team player
• Negotiation skills

Terms of Service: Five (5) years contract, renewable based on performance and retirement age.

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How to Apply

The application should be placed in a plain envelop clearly marked “Application for the Position of Director Administration & Human Resource” and dropped in the box marked “Applications for the Position of Director Administration &Human Resource” placed outside the Director General’s Office on 2nd Floor, Heritage Centre, National Museums of Kenya HQs in Nairobi not later than 24th February, 2025, 5.00pm.