Job Description:
Ministry of Health (MoH) is seeking a qualified candidate for the position of HR and Administration Officer DHA. If you are interested to join MoH then please read the details job description carefully before submitting application.
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Job Title: HR and Administration Officer
Hiring Organization:
- Name: Ministry of Health
- Industry: Government
- Department: Health
- Website: www.health.go.ke
Job Details:
- Reference No.: SDMS/ DHP/016
- Job Grade: DUH6
- Schedule: Full Time
- Number of posts: 1 (one)
- Duty Station: Digital Health Agency Head Quarters
- Employment Type: Contractual
- Term of services: Two (2) Years Contract (Renewable)
Important Dates:
- Date Posted: March 25, 2025
- Valid Through: April 08, 2025
Salary:
- Competitive Package for the Successful Candidate
Responsibilities:
- Supervising and guiding staff during the recruitment and hiring process to ensure that the project gets people with the right attitude, the right skills and competences and in the right numbers;
- Making sure that all HR activities being implemented by the project comply with the necessary legal requirements;
- Providing support in the Management of the payroll, Human Resource Information System and leave for the project staff;
- Coordinating the implementation of performance management activities in accordance with the existing guidelines on performance management and staff performance appraisal;
- Overseeing the development and implementation of a framework for determination of staff training and development needs;
- Participate diligently in various committees as shall be appointed or tasked from time to time;
- Developing and managing training programs to respond to the needs of the project and address the existing knowledge gaps;
- Supervising the Implementation of strategic objectives and plans on human resource and administration;
- Supervising the execution of all staff training and development activities;
- Managing staff disciplinary process and grievances;
- Monitoring and evaluating the impact of training programs on performance and service delivery;
- Providing support in the Management of employee relations and staff welfare; and
- Providing guidance to staff on proper management of the project’s fleet, equipment and assets.
Qualifications:
- At least six (6) years’ experience in handling Human Resource and administration matters preferably in a project setting;
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution; OR
- Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences plus Diploma in Human Resource Management or CHRP (K);
- Member of the Institute of Human Resource Management (IHRM),
- Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
- Proficiency in computer application skills; and
- Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.
How to Apply:
Interested and qualified applicants are requested to submit their applications online through the recruitment portal accessible on the Ministry of Health website: https://www.health.go.ke/vacancies-internships, on or before 8th April, 2025.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.