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 experience developing and implementing people strategies that support organizational growth and transformation

· Proven experience leading organizational development, change management, talent management, and culture initiatives

· Experience advising executive leadership teams and influencing strategic business decisions

· Membership in the Institute of Human Resource Management (IHRM) with a valid practicing certificate is highly desirable

HOW TO APPLY

· If you meet the above qualifications, skills and experience share CV on recruitment@britesmanagement.com

· Interviews will be carried out on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

· Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.