Human Resource and Communication Officer

Job Title: Human Resource and Communication Officer

Location: Based in Korogocho Slums, Kariobangi North; Kenya

Job ID: HR#NMNW

Closing Date: 29/11/2013

UJAMAA –AFRICA  By pairing weak and strong orphan guardians into Micro-Loan groups, Ujamaa deviates from the traditional micro-loan model which allows members to self select their own groups. 

This makes possible the inclusion of older guardians who would never qualify or be chosen to be in a group. 

Our Ujamaa market model and bulk purchasing provide these elderly guardians and their Ujamaa group the boost they need to overcome failing health and a lack of community support

NO MEANS NO WORLDWIDE is a comprehensive rape prevention organization for girls and boys. 

We are a school based program that uses the IMpower system of violence prevention training.

We believe the best response to the epidemic of sexual assault is to provide our male and female students with an awareness of the causes and effects of sexual gender based violence and the skills to intervene or prevent it. 

We are seeking an individual, with a passion based on the principals of leading a robust and transparent team of young and energetic trainers.

Scope: Ujamaa- Africa is seeking to fill the human resource and communication position that will be responsible for various functions which include staffing, recruitment, performance monitoring, training and development, employee counselling and communication. Development and liaison with funding agencies.

The position coordinates the staff recruitment process. 

It provides advice and support to staff selection committee to ensure they accurate and timely information to make effective decisions. 

This entails information on training needs, performance reviews, and job descriptions. 

Primary Responsibilities 

• Be responsible for developing, maintaining and strengthening relationships with UJAMAA/NO MEANS NO WORLDWIDE- AFRICA donors and other stakeholders.
• Coordinate recruitment and selection process
• Develop, implement and maintain training programs to educate and promote awareness of regulatory compliance.
• Monitor staff performance and attendance activities
• Setting up interviews, appointments and keeping necessary records.
• Filing and Document Management.
• Office Administration..
• Disseminating information to staff
• Learning and development – implement and monitor effectiveness of training programs.
• Perform any other relevant tasks as determined e. grant writing and maintaining positive relationships and reporting to funding agencies.

Skills and Competencies

• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Effective verbal and listening communications skills
• Team building skills
• Analytical problem solving skills and decision making skills
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Effective organizational skills
• Effective written communications skills
• Computer skills
• Time management
• Ability to relate with people of all walks of life.

Qualifications

• Must have attained  B+ or higher in their Kenya certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE)
• A relevant Degree in Human Resources  and Communication and extensive knowledge  and experience within an HR environment. Master’s degree will be an added advantage.

Interested individuals who meet the above criteria should submit their applications via email along with copies of their updated CVs to: ujamaa.nmnw@gmail.com.

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

No canvassing, only e-mail applications to the above address will be considered