Job Summary
The job holder is answerable to the HRM Officer and is responsible for providing operational support to the human resource management function so as to attract, motivate and retain competent, skilled and talented human resources for the achievement of the Authority's goals and objectives.
Job Description/Requirements
Kenya Urban Roads Authority (KURA) is a State Corporation established under the Kenya Roads Act, 2007 to manage, develop, rehabilitate and maintain national urban roads. The Authority invites applications from qualified candidates for the following vacant positions:
13. Assistant HRMO —JG KURA 8 — REF: KURA/CS/HRMA/22/7 —POST)
Job Summary
The job holder is answerable to the HRM Officer and is responsible for providing operational support to the human resource management function so as to attract, motivate and retain competent, skilled and talented human resources for the achievement of the Authority's goals and objectives.
Duties and Responsibilities
a) Draft memos, letters and reports;
b) Provide clerical support to the HR team;
c) Assist in implementation of HR Policies and Procedures;
d) Facilitate meetings, conferences and other special events;
e) Schedule job interviews and assist in the interview process;
f) Prepare new employee files;
g) Maintain computer system by updating and entering data;
h) Maintain calendars for the HR management team;
i) Participate in benefits tasks, such as claim resolutions, reconciling benefits statements, and approving invoices for payment;
j) Perform payroll/benefit-related reconciliations;
k) Compile and update employee records (hard & soft copies;
1) Coordinate HR projects (meetings, training, surveys) and take minutes;
m) Deal with employee requests regarding Human Resources issues rules & regulation;
n) Facilitate issuance of staff ID's;
o) Collate information relating to recruitment and selection, appointments, training, performance management, records and staff compliment control;
p) Collect training calendars from various institutions to help in developing training programmes for the Authority;
q) Collate data in relation to HIV& AIDS Prevention, Gender, Disability Mainstreaming, Alcohol, Drug and Substance Abuse, Occupational, Safety and Health Act;
r) Submit statutory returns;
s) Distribute office supplies (drinking water, beverages and other utilities); and
t) Perform any other lawful duties as may be assigned from time to time.
Qualifications and Experience
For appointment to this position, the ideal candidate must:
a) Have a Diploma in any of the following disciplines: Human Resource, Public/Business Administration or Certified Human Resource Professional Level 3 or Certified Public Secretaries Part I (CPS I) or any equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
b) Be proficient in computer applications;
c) Certificate in computer applications;
d) Be an Associate Member of the Institute of Human Resource Management (IHRM);
e) Fulfil the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya; and
f) Minimal experience in work of similar nature in the public service or private sector will be an added advantage.
Functional Skills
a) Knowledge in Human Resource Management;
b) ICT skills (Human Resource management & Information system (HRMIS) & Enterprise Resource Planning System (ERP);
c) Report writing skills; and
d) Accounting skills.
Behavioural Competencies/Attributes:
a) Inter-personal skills;
b) Organization skills;
c) Prioritization skills;
d) Communication skills; and
e) Attention to details.
Mode of Application
1. Interested and eligible candidates should access the mandatory KURA Job Application Form available on our website www.kura.go.ke/careers fill all required fields, sign and date the form and attach copies of certificates and transcripts, current Curriculum Vitae and testimonials. Successful candidates will be required to present clearance certificates from chapter six institutions. Any application without the KURA Job Application Form will not be considered.
2. Applications should be submitted in a sealed envelope clearly indicating the position being applied for and vacancy reference number and addressed to the undersigned so as to be received on or before 11th July 2022 at 5.00pm (East African Time). The applications should be hand delivered or mailed through the post office to the address indicated below. Email applications shall not be considered.
The Director General
Kenya Urban Roads Authority (KURA)
Barabara Plaza, Block D, Mazao Road, Off South Airport Road, JKIA.
P.O. Box 41727-00100, NAIROBI
Applications should be dropped in the Applications Box in the Administration Section on 1st Floor, East Wing.
KURA is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and gender equality. Qualified persons irrespective of gender, age, race, culture, religion, marital status or disability are encouraged to apply. Any form of canvasing and giving false information in employment application form will lead to automatic disqualification.
KURA does not charge any fees for applications, shortlisting or interviews. Beware of conmen.
