Human Resources Manager (Floriculture)

Nairobi - Kenya

Monthly Salary: KES 400000 - 400000

Posted on: 13 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

PROFILE INTRODUCTION:

Our client a leading company in the Floriculture industry is seeking an accomplished Human Resources Manager to oversee and ensure the effective delivery of all HR functions. The role requires an independent proactive leader who can set and adapt team priorities while maintaining transparent communication with stakeholders. With ultimate accountability for HR services the manager will foster strong working relationships across all levels of staff at Red Lands Roses to support business objectives and drive a positive workplace culture.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. HR Services & Employee Lifecycle Management

The HR Manager will oversee recruitment induction and exit processes while managing grievance and disciplinary matters in compliance with company policies and legal requirements. They will handle payroll processing attendance tracking absence management (both authorized and unauthorized) leave planning (annual maternity) and benefits administration (school fees medical insurance). Additionally they will drive performance management (KPI tracking appraisals) identify employee training needs and ensure the effective functioning of staff welfare and gender committees.

2. Budget & Compliance Management

Responsible for defining and managing the annual staffing and HR materials budget ensuring expenditure remains within approved limits. The HR Manager will also oversee all statutory licenses and registrations prepare for internal (IFC/Adenia) and external audits (KFC MPS) monitor employment law and finance bill changes and implement necessary compliance measures. As ESG officer they will ensure adherence to investor ESAP requirements and manage the companys top 10 ESG risks through preventive actions.

3. Health Safety & Workplace Well-being

They will maintain a PPE database to ensure employees have the required protective equipment and oversee sick-off and workplace accident records. Additionally they will provide oversight for the Health & Safety Fire Safety and First Aid committees while promoting safe and compliant work environment. The HR Manager will also manage workman compensation schemes and oversee civil suits related to employment matters.

4. Employee Relations & Industrial Relations

They will chair monthly union-management meetings and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders including the union branch secretary the Labor Office AEA and FKE. They will ensure a positive labor relations climate manage negotiations and handle conflict resolution to foster a productive and compliant work environment.

5. HR Policies Documentation & Reporting

The HR Manager will ensure company policies and procedures remain up to date including regularly reviewing and updating the RLR Employee Handbook. They will maintain an updated organogram ensure job descriptions remain current oversee compliance with employee file management standards and initiate soft filing processes. Regular HR reporting including workforce analytics (attendance turnover sick-offs) will be provided with biannual HR board papers presented in June and December.

6. Strategic HR Initiatives

In the first year the HR Manager will revamp the performance management system including KPI tracking appraisals and Performance Improvement Plans (PIP). They will also implement a modern HR system. From Years 2-4 their focus will be on retention career progression succession planning fostering a high-performance culture and optimizing pay structures.

7. Administration & Third-Party Management

The HR Manager will oversee administrative functions including work permits for expatriates NITA reimbursements transparent internal communication HELB coordination and GLA insurance claims. They will also manage third-party service providers such as the canteen provider and pension administrators to ensure service efficiency and quality.

8. HR Contributions to Business Operations

The HR Manager will contribute HR expertise to the companys daycare center board meetings ensuring childcare services align with employee needs. Additionally they will conduct monthly farm compound inspections in collaboration with the maintenance manager to uphold workplace cleanliness and safety.

Requirements

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelors degree in Human Resource Management Business Administration or a related field.
CHRP certification or equivalent HR professional certification is a must.
At least 10 years of experience in HR management with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
Experience working in the manufacturing FMCG agricultural or food production sector is highly desirable.
Strong knowledge of Kenyan labour laws and compliance regulations.
Proven track record in handling industrial relations and union negotiations.
Experience in implementing HR strategies aligned with business goals.
Hands-on experience with HRIS (Human Resources Information Systems) and data analytics tools.

PROFILE INTRODUCTION: Our client a leading company in the Floriculture industry is seeking an accomplished Human Resources Manager to oversee and ensure the effective delivery of all HR functions. The role requires an independent proactive leader who can set and adapt team priorities while m...