DEPUTY DIRECTOR, HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT, KASNEB GRADE 3 (1 POST)

DEPUTY DIRECTOR, HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT, KASNEB GRADE 3 (1 POST) - HRM/CS/DDHRM/1/2026

(a) Job Specifications
Reporting to the Director, Corporate Services, the Deputy Director, Human Resource Management will be responsible for:
(i) Implementing the Human Resource Plan;
(ii) Overseeing the Identification, designing and implementing training programs based on identified needs;
(iii) Guiding the development and updating of the human resource database;
(iv) Developing and reviewing Human Resource instruments;
(v) Coordinating the implementation of recommendations from internal and external audits;
(vi) Supervising the preparation of training projections and plans;
(vii) Coordinating the administration of the payroll system;
(viii) Ensuring preparation and compiling of staff deductions;
(ix) Undertaking disciplinary process;
(x) Organizing for team building activities;
(xi) Developing a plan for the annual performance target setting for review by management;
(xii) Coordinating staff welfare;
(xiii) Overseeing the processing of staff travel clearance;
(xiv) Providing secretarial services to the Human Resource Management Committee;
(xv) Preparing and submitting statutory deductions;
(xvi) Updating and mitigating the Human Resource risk register;
(xvii) Filing statutory returns for compliance with the relevant applicable laws;
(xviii) Payroll management;
(xix) Administering of employee benefits and compensation; and
(xx) Coordinating the implementation of decisions of Human Resource Committees on disciplinary cases.

(b) Person Specifications
For appointment to this grade an officer must have: -
(i) Cumulative service period of fifteen (15) years relevant work experience three (3) of which should have been in the grade of Assistant Director, Human Resource Management or in a comparable position;
(ii) Bachelors degree in Human Resource Management or any other relevant qualification from a recognised institution;
OR
Bachelors degree in any of the following disciplines: - Economics, Sociology, Business Administration, Public Administration, Commerce Plus a Post Graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management/Development or equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution;
(iii) Master’s degree in Human Resource Management, Public Administration; Business Administration; Business Management or any other relevant qualification from a recognised institution;
(iv) Membership to Institute of Human Resource Management (IHRM) or a relevant professional body and in good standing;
(v) Certified Human Resource Professional or equivalent qualification from an accredited examination body;
(vi) Leadership Course Certificate lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognised institution;
(vii) Proficiency in computer applications; and
(viii) Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

(c) Key Competencies
(i) High level of Integrity and ability to maintain confidentiality with sensitive information;
(ii) Good interpersonal and communication skills;
(iii) Report writing skills;
(iv) Strong situational analysis capability;
(v) Attention to details and critical thinking;
(vi) Innovation skills;
(vii) Analytical skills;
(viii) Digital literacy skills;
(ix) Planning skills;
(x) Team player

Please note that:
(i) Canvassing in any form shall lead to automatic disqualification.
(ii) Shortlisted candidates shall be required to present the originals of their National Identity Card, academic and professional certificates and testimonials at the time of the interview.
(iii) The job descriptions and specifications are available on the KASNEB website.
(iv) A candidate applying for more than one position is encouraged to list the positions in their application letter in order of preference.
(v) It is a criminal offence to present forged or falsified certificates or documents.
(vi) Successful candidates (those appointed to the advertised positions) shall be required to submit the following documents prior to the issuance of the offer of appointment, in compliance with Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010:
• Valid Certificate of Good Conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI).
• Clearance from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC).
• Tax Compliance Certificate from Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA).
• Clearance Certificate from the Higher Education Loans Board (HELB).
• Clearance Certificate from an approved Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)

Application Procedure
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their applications through the email address ceo@kasneb.or.ke attaching certified copies of: curriculum vitae, copies of academic transcripts, academic and professional certificates, National Identity Card and testimonials. Provide in your detailed curriculum vitae the names and contact addresses of three (3) referees. The applications should reach the undersigned not later than Monday, 23 February 2026. The application letter must clearly indicate the “REFERENCE NUMBER” of the position applied for and be addressed
to:

Secretary/Chief Executive Officer
KASNEB
P.O. Box 41362 – 00100
NAIROBI, KENYA

KASNEB is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusivity and diversity. Individuals from marginalized and minority communities, women, youth and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. Applicants who are persons with disabilities are required to submit a copy of a valid NCPWD Membership Card, where applicable.