HR DIRECTOR

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Find a Job + + + + Search HR DIRECTOR Brites Management Services Limited Human Resources Today Easy apply New Rest of Kenya Full Time Healthcare Confidential Share link Share on WhatsApp Share on LinkedIn Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share via SMS Job summary The HR Director will provide strategic leadership for the Human Resources function, ensuring that people strategies align with the hospital's vision, mission, and operational objectives. The role is responsible for driving organizational effectiveness through talent management, workforce planning, organizational development, employee engagement, performance management, and HR governance. Min Qualification: Bachelors Experience Level: Senior level Experience Length: 8 years Language Requirement: English Working Hours: Full Time - 8 to 5 Applicant Location: Kenya Job descriptions & requirements JOB TITLE HR DIRECTOR NATURE OF JOB FULL TIME INDUSTRY HEALTHCARE/HOSPITAL SALARY NEGOTIABLE JOB LOCATION EMBU DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Strategic Human Resource Leadership · Develop and implement the organization's human resource strategy in alignment with the hospital's strategic goals. · Provide strategic HR advice and guidance to the executive leadership team on workforce planning, organizational design, and people management. · Lead the development of HR policies, procedures, and best practices that support organizational excellence. · Drive initiatives that enhance employee engagement, organizational culture, and workforce productivity. · Develop HR metrics and dashboards to support strategic decision-making and continuous improvement. Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning · Lead workforce planning initiatives to ensure the hospital attracts, recruits, and retains highly qualified healthcare and support professionals. · Oversee talent acquisition strategies to meet current and future staffing requirements. · Strengthen employer branding and recruitment processes to attract top talent. · Develop succession planning frameworks for critical leadership and specialist positions. Performance Management & Talent Development · Design and oversee performance management systems that promote accountability and high performance. · Lead leadership development, learning, and employee development programs. · Develop career progression and succession planning initiatives across the organization. · Support managers in identifying high-potential employees and developing future leaders. Organizational Development & Change Management · Lead organizational development initiatives that improve effectiveness, collaboration, and employee experience. · Drive change management programs supporting organizational transformation and continuous improvement. · Foster a culture of innovation, teamwork, accountability, and service excellence. · Conduct organizational assessments and recommend improvements to structure, processes, and workforce capability. Employee Relations & Culture · Promote positive employee relations through fair, consistent, and transparent HR practices. · Oversee grievance handling, disciplinary processes, conflict resolution, and employee welfare programs. · Champion diversity, equity, inclusion, and employee wellbeing initiatives. · Build and sustain a positive organizational culture aligned with the hospital's values. Compensation, Benefits & HR Operations · Oversee compensation and benefits programs to ensure competitiveness, internal equity, and compliance. · Ensure effective HR operations, including employee records management, HRIS administration, payroll coordination, and reporting. · Monitor HR budgets and optimize resource utilization. · Review and improve HR systems and processes for efficiency and effectiveness. Compliance & Risk Management · Ensure compliance with Kenyan labour laws, employment regulations, and applicable healthcare sector requirements. · Develop and enforce HR policies that mitigate organizational risk. · Oversee statutory compliance, employee contracts, and HR audits. · Ensure confidentiality and integrity in the management of employee information. Leadership & Stakeholder Management · Lead, mentor, and develop the Human Resources team. · Collaborate with departmental heads to address workforce challenges and support operational objectives. · Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including regulatory bodies, training institutions, and professional associations. · Present HR reports, workforce insights, and strategic recommendations to executive leadership. KEY REQUIREMENT SKILLS AND QUALIFICATION · Degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, Organizational Psychology, or another related field · A Master's Degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, or a related discipline will be an added advantage · At least 8–10 years of progressive human resource management experience, with a minimum of 5 years in a senior leadership or strategic HR role · Demonstrated experi