SENIOR MANAGER HRBR CORPORATE CENTER - SAFARICOM

Safaricom is looking for a Senior Manager HRBP - Corporate Center Job in Kenya - Safaricom Ltd Resources Division

Senior Manager HRBP - Corporate Center

Ref: DR_SMHRBP_MAY_2011

Reporting to the Director - Resources the successful candidate will be part of the Corporate Centre management team on the development and implementation of business strategy with particular responsibility for the people elements, providing challenging and consulting support while collaborating with key stakeholders to proactively identify areas where HR can add value, and to lead solutions in support of strategic goals and improving organizational performance.

Key Responsibilities
• Identify, develop and successfully deliver solutions to improve performance in liaison with Corporate HR (L&D, OE) and unit managers;
• Develop HR strategies and undertake specific project work against strategic objectives. Identify, develop and successfully deliver client-responsive, cost-effective solutions, utilizing a range of techniques including consultant methodology and project management techniques;
• Participate in HR companywide programs and initiatives to the business unit, e.g. Salary review, workforce planning, organizational change and cultural process –oriented perspectives;
• Maintain an HR business plan, which includes measuring the nature, cost and effectiveness of delivered HR solutions and a pipeline of planned interventions;
• Train, coach and influence leaders on the implementation of corporate policies related to Human resources (e.g. HR policies/procedures, recruitment and selection practices, retention approaches, performance management, work life balance management);
• Measure the success of HR solutions and services in contributing to the business group's effectiveness and efficiency and attainment of overall objectives, including professional satisfaction and culture change;
• Consult with employees, and managers to address root causes of human resources issues, attempting to resolve employee relations issues with a systematic approach;
• People Management that incorporates Resource Planning, Talent Management and Performance Management.
Minimum Requirements
• Degree in Business Management or related field;
• Knowledge and business acumen from a total of 8-10 Years work experience in a large commercial organization of which 4-5 years should be within the HR function directly in, or closely supporting, executive and/or line operations;
• Minimum of 4 years in resolution of complex employee relation issues;
• Demonstrate competence in more than 2 HR technical functions;
• Proven track record of project management (including the coordination of multiple internal and external resources);
• Experience of working with corporate client groups;
• Experience in a people management role (e.g. supervisory or management);
• Excellent communication skills (oral and written);
• Excellent influencing and negotiation skills;
• Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability to changing business conditions.
If you feel that you are up to the challenge and possess the necessary qualification and experience, please send your resume with your cell phone contact indicating your experience and why you are the most suitable candidate for the role clearly quoting the job title and job reference to the address below by end of day Wednesday, 8th June 2011.

The Director Resources
Safaricom Limited.
Via email to: hr@safaricom.co.ke