Human Resource Manager – Employee Relations at United States International University – USIU Africa
Job Description
Job Summary:
The ideal candidate should hold a Bachelor’s degree in
Legal, Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, with a
minimum of five (5) years’ relevant experience in human resources, including
proven experience as an Employee Relations Specialist or similar role.
Membership in the Institute of Human Resource Management (CHRP(K)) is required.
The candidate must possess strong knowledge of employment laws and regulations,
excellent communication, interpersonal, and analytical skills, and the ability
to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information. Experience
working in an academic or similar environment will be an added advantage.
Job Purpose:
The selected candidate will report to the Director of Human
Resources, and play a critical role in providing end-to-end operational HR
support to the university’s academic and non-academic units. The selected
candidate will work closely with various stakeholders to develop and implement
HR initiatives that align with the university’s strategic objectives, ensuring
compliance with relevant labor laws and university policies while fostering a
positive work environment.
Key Responsibilities/Tasks/Duties:
HR Consulting:
- Provide
HR expertise and guidance to departments, schools, and projects on
employee-related matters and facilitate recruitment, onboarding, employee
relations, and talent development.
- Develop
and maintain strong relationships with faculty and staff to understand
their HR needs and concerns.
HR Operations:
- Manage
the administration of HR processes, including recruitment, payroll,
benefits, and employee data management.
- Ensure
compliance with relevant labor laws and regulations, as well as university
policies and procedures.
Employee Engagement and Development:
- In
liaison with the Director Human Resources, design and implement
initiatives to enhance employee engagement, motivation, and retention.
- Work
with the Director of Human Resources to develop and deliver training
programs to improve employee skills and knowledge.
Employee Relations:
- Act as
a primary point of contact for employees and managers regarding ER issues,
providing timely guidance and support.
- Address
employee concerns, conflicts, and disputes through effective mediation and
negotiation techniques, fostering positive outcomes.
- Ensure
compliance with company policies, procedures, and legal regulations,
conducting investigations and recommending corrective actions as needed.
Compliance and Risk Management:
- Ensure
compliance with university policies, Labor Laws, and other state statutes
related to employment.
- Serve
as a Member of the Occupational Safety, Health & Environment Committee
to ensure compliance and continuous assessment to ensure safety.
- Work
with the Director of Human Resources to continuously evaluate the
environment to identify potential risks and participate in developing
strategies to mitigate them.
Communication:
- Disseminate
HR-related communications to employees through various channels (e.g.,
email, intranet, meetings).
- Work
with the Director Human Resources and collaborate with
university communications teams to develop HR-focused content.
Projects:
- Participate
in special projects as assigned by the Director of Human Resources.
Key Relationships
Key Internal Stakeholders
The successful candidate will work collaboratively with all
university departments, schools, and administrative units to ensure effective
HR service delivery and support the institution’s strategic objectives.
Knowledge, Skills and Experience Required for the Role:
- A
Bachelor’s degree in Legal, Human Resources, Business Administration, or a
related field from a recognized university.
- Membership
in the Institute of Human Resource Management, CHRP(K).
- Proven
work experience as an Employee Relations Specialist or similar role.
- Minimum
of five (5) years of experience in human resources.
- Experience
working in an academic or similar environment will be an added advantage.
- Strong
knowledge of employment laws and regulations.
- Excellent
communication, interpersonal, and analytical skills.
- Ability
to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Proficiency
in HR software systems.
- Ability
to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
- High
level of integrity.
Competencies Required for this Role:
- Strong
employee relations and conflict resolution skills.
- Excellent
mediation and negotiation capabilities.
- Outstanding
written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong
analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent
relationship management and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Ability
to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure.
- High
level of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
- Proactive,
self-driven, and results-oriented approach to work.
- Strong
organizational and project management skills.
- Proficiency
in HR information systems and database management.
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Resource Manager – Employee Relations – USIU-Africa
ICT Officers (5 Posts) at United States International University-Africa
Job Description
In line with our commitment to providing quality, affordable
education through world-class service delivery platforms, USIU-Africa is
seeking to recruit suitable and qualified candidates for the following
position:
- ICT
Officer Service Delivery – 2 Positions
- ICT
Officer Multimedia – 3 Positions
Job Summary:
The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor’s Degree in IT,
Computer Science, or a related field with 1-2 years of experience in an ICT
support or system administration role. A strong technical background and a
commitment to service excellence are desired to provide the necessary support
required to ensure the availability, security, and efficiency of the
university’s ICT infrastructure.
This position will report to the ICT Manager, and the
primary emphasis will be on technical support, infrastructure monitoring, and
security compliance.
Job Purpose:
The selected candidate will have a responsibility to provide
first-level technical support and administrative assistance to ensure the
availability, security, and efficiency of the university’s ICT infrastructure.
The role supports the CIO’s strategic goal of 99.5% infrastructure availability
and 90% user satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities/Tasks/Duties:
Service Desk & User Support
- To
serve as the first point of contact for ICT support requests (walk-in,
phone, email, ticketing system).
- To
resolve Level 1 incidents (password resets, software installation,
connectivity issues) within agreed SLAs (target: 95% of high-priority
tickets resolved within 4 hours).
- To
conduct user onboarding/offboarding (creating accounts, disabling access)
to ensure audit compliance.
- To
assist academic and administrative staff in navigating the new ERP system
(Finance/Staff/Student modules) and security protocols.
Infrastructure Monitoring & Resilience
- To
monitor core ICT infrastructure (network, power, data center) dashboards
to ensure 99.5% availability during peak academic periods.
- To
perform daily health checks on servers, printers, PCs, and AV equipment in
classrooms and boardrooms.
- To
escalate critical infrastructure alerts to senior engineers within 30
minutes of detection to support business continuity.
- To
assist in the maintenance of backup systems and disaster recovery logs.
Security & Compliance Support
- To
monitor Security Operations Center (SOC) alerts for suspicious activity
and escalate potential security incidents per the incident response plan.
- To
ensure all staff PCs and servers have updated antivirus definitions and
security patches.
- To
support the implementation of data protection controls (encryption, access
logging) to comply with research funding regulations and the Kenya Data
Protection Act.
- To
enforce the physical security of ICT assets (locking cabinets, cable
locks) in labs and offices.
Asset & Inventory Management
- To
maintain an up-to-date ICT Asset Registry, ensuring 100% of equipment
(laptops, projectors, switches) is tagged and accounted for.
- To
assist in the annual ICT renewal cycle by identifying end-of-life
equipment for replacement planning.
- To
track software licenses (e.g., Zoom, Microsoft 365) to ensure compliance
and optimal utilization.
Innovation & Teaching Support
- To
provide technical setup support for innovation hub activities, hackathons,
and student startup demos (high-speed internet, cloud access).
- To
assist in preparing training venues and AV equipment for faculty
development sessions on ERP and security protocols.
- To
support the digitization of procurement processes by troubleshooting user
issues on the paperless requisition-to-payment system.
Documentation & Reporting
To maintain accurate logs of all support tickets, incidents,
and resolutions for audit trail purposes.
- To
contribute data to the semesterly “ICT Resource Utilization Report”
(bandwidth usage, system access).
- To
document standard operating procedures (SOPs) for common technical issues
to build the knowledge base.
Key Relationships
Key Internal Stakeholders
- ICT
Manager and Senior Engineers;
- Chief
Information Officer (CIO);
- Academic
and Administrative Staff (Faculty, Finance, HR, Registrar’s Office);
- Students;
- Innovation
Hub Coordinator.
Knowledge: Skills and Experience Required for the Role
- Minimum
1–2 years of experience in an ICT support or system administration role.
- Minimum
of a Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science,
Business Information Technology, or equivalent from a recognized
institution.
- Proficiency
in Windows 10/11 & Microsoft 365 Admin Center.
- Basic
understanding of Networking (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs).
- Familiarity
with Ticketing Systems (e.g., Jira, ServiceDesk, Zendesk).
- Basic
knowledge of ERP systems (e.g., Dynamics, SAP, Oracle) is an added
advantage.
- Understanding
of Cybersecurity basics (Firewalls, Antivirus, Phishing detection).
Competencies required for this role
- Ability
to work unsupervised, prioritize effectively, and handle multiple
deadlines.
- Excellent
problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
- Strong
customer service orientation with excellent communication skills.
- Ability
to handle confidential and sensitive information with the appropriate
discretion and ethics.
- Detail-Oriented
approach needed to maintain accurate records and logs.
- Planning
and organizational skills.
- Learning
and researching.
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USIU-Africa
Job Vacancy Announcement at USIU-Africa!
USIU-Africa is seeking to recruit suitable and qualified candidates for the
following positions:
* Senior Engineer – Security Operation Center
* Adjunct Laboratory Technician (Human Anatomy)
* Full Time Faculty - Pharmacognosy (Lecturer)
* Full Time Faculty – Pharmaceutical Chemistry/Medicinal Chemistry (Lecturer)
For more details on the vacancies and how to apply, visit our website: 👉
Job Vacancies – USIU-Africa
Note
- USIU-Africa
has neither appointed any agent(s) to recruit, nor collects any
charges/fees on its behalf, for any vacancies it has announced.
- All
University communication to potential candidates is specifically through
the following email address: hr@usiu.ac.ke
- Unless
specified to be internal, all vacancy positions are external
advertisements.
- The
applicant should kindly indicate on the subject line (in case of email),
whichever position s/he has applied for.
USIU-Africa is an equal opportunity employer.
Current Openings
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Manager, Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at USIU-Africa (Internal
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- 13/08/2026
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Adjunct
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- 17/08/2026
- Full-time
- Nairobi,
Kenya
Full
Time Faculty – Pharmacognosy (Lecturer)
- 16/08/2026
- Full-time
- Nairobi,
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Full
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- 16/08/2026
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Data Protection Manager at United States International University – USIU Africa
Data Protection Manager
Job Summary:
The ideal candidate should be a qualified lawyer with a
minimum of 5 years’ legal experience. A strong background in data protection
and privacy is desired to provide the necessary legal and technical support
required to establish and maintain the university’s Data governance framework
and ensure the personal data of staff, students, customers, service providers
or other individuals is safeguarded.
This position will report to the Director-Legal Services,
and the primary emphasis will be on data protection and privacy.
Job purpose
The selected candidate will have a responsibility to
establish and maintain the University’s Data governance framework and ensure
the personal data of employees, customers, service providers or any other
individuals.
Key Responsibilities/Tasks/Duties:
Leadership and Stakeholder Management
- To
seek, develop and maintain relationships with the Office of the Data
Protection Commissioner, relevant regulators and other key stakeholders.
- To
assist and guide staff & Management in responding to enquiries or
requests from regulators (ODPC), data subjects and other stakeholders as
appropriate.
- To
organize and participate in the training and awareness programs for staff
on the relevant Data Protection & Privacy requirements and
obligations.
- To
promote a culture of Data Protection & Privacy by design and by
default in the university.
B. Oversight Compliance with All Data Protection &
Privacy And Related Requirements
- Act as
the public facing function representing the interests of Data subjects as
well as supervise and advice the university on the response to such
request.
- To
develop and maintain a mapping of data processing points in all the
university’s operating /functional areas.
- To
ensure Data Protection and Privacy policy availability by publishing on
the intranet for employees and independent contractors to access and
providing it to all contracted third parties (processors) who process
personal information on the university’s behalf or in terms of a
contractual agreements with the university.
- To
manage third party data protection risks.
- To
monitor and ensure compliance with the Data protection laws and policies
that the university is subject to.
- To
research and keep abreast of any changes to relevant laws and regulations
and prepare regular updates to Management, the University Council,
University Senate and the Board of Trustees.
- Reporting
(20%)
- To
prepare regular update reports on the data protection compliance program
to the Director- Legal Services and the Management Board and/or those of
relevant stakeholders.
- Support
the Director – Legal Services in preparation of update reports on the Data
Protection Privacy compliance program.
- Supporting
data incident response and data breach notification procedures.
- Providing
updates on matters related to compliance with statutory and regulatory
requirements.
- To
facilitate the provision of ad-hoc reports and or
information to the regulators as and when required.
Key Relationships
Key Internal Stakeholders
- University
Council Executive Committee & Audit & Risk Committee;
- Management
Board;
- Legal;
- Chief
Manager, Risk ;
- ICT,
HR, Finance, Admissions & University Registrar;
- Heads
of Department.
Knowledge: Skills and Experience Required for the Role
- Minimum
Five Years’ Experience within Legal function with specific focus on Data
Protection & Privacy.
- Sound
Working Knowledge of The Data Protection Act,2019 and Other Relevant and
Applicable laws, regulations.
- Minimum
of Bachelor’s Degree in law.
- Experience
in developing Policies and compliance.
- Experience
in reviewing contracts with third parties.
- Good
understanding of data processing operations, including information systems
data protection needs of an institution.
- Experience
in managing data incidents and breaches.
- Professional
Data Protection and/or Privacy certification is a pre- requisite.
Competencies required for this role
- Ability
to work unsupervised, exercise leadership, and influence change.
- Excellent
writing and presentation skills.
- Strong
change and project management skills, including the ability to manage time
well, prioritize effectively, and handle multiple deadlines.
- Demonstrated
ability to undertake large, long term projects, develop alternative
methods to complete them.
- Detail-Oriented
approach needed to recommend and implement strategic improvements on a
range of data privacy and data protection issues.
- Ability
to handle confidential and sensitive information with the appropriate
discretion and ethics.
- Leadership
& Executive Disposition – Ability to lead a team and engage at
Management and Board level.
- Ability
to prepare and facilitate training as a subject matter expert (SME).
- Planning
and organizational skills.
- Learning
and researching.
Salary Scale
The consolidated pay for this position ranges from Ksh.
200,000/= to 250,000/= with other prevailing University benefits
Associate Accountants (4 positions) at United States International University-Africa
Job Purpose:
Reporting to Senior Accountant the holder of the position
will deal with the following vital areas such as stock taking, asset
verification and payment processing among others.
1. Financial Transactions & Ledger Management
- Process
and post accurate general ledger entries, including journals and cash
transactions, in the University ERP.
- Prepare
and submit journal entries for review and approval in line with
established authorization protocols.
- Draft
payment vouchers and ensure completeness and accuracy prior to approval.
- Perform
timely and accurate revenue recognition and posting to the relevant ledger
accounts.
2. Student Accounts Management
- Maintain
accurate and up-to-date student accounts, including billing, adjustments,
and reconciliations.
- Facilitate
financial clearance of students, including lifting financial holds where
applicable.
- Process
student refunds in a timely and compliant manner.
- Provide
accurate account balances and issue official receipts to students.
3. Receivables & Debt Management
- Monitor
and follow up on outstanding student debts through structured
communication channels (calls, emails, SMS).
- Prepare
detailed ageing reports on long-outstanding debts and recommend recovery
actions.
- Analyze
student account data, including compliance-related reporting (e.g.,
unclaimed financial assets).
- Develop
and maintain tracking tools to enhance debt collection efficiency and
reporting.
4. Cash Management & Banking Operations
- Receive,
verify, and record revenue collections at cashier points.
- Prepare
daily collection reports and post cash journals accurately.
- Ensure
safe custody of cash and cheques and perform daily banking of collections.
- Prepare
and submit daily banking reports for review by the Treasury function.
5. Reconciliations & Controls
- Prepare
periodic reconciliations (e.g., general ledger, cash, and other control
accounts) for review.
- Conduct
stock takes (adhoc, monthly, and annual) and fixed asset verifications.
- Maintain
proper documentation and audit trails for all financial transactions.
6. Records Management & Compliance
- Ensure
proper filing, safekeeping, and retrieval of financial documents within
the department.
- Maintain
records related to financial operations, including backup and audit
documentation.
- Support
adherence to internal controls, policies, and regulatory requirements.
7. Customer Service & Stakeholder Support
- Work
collaboratively with student accounts and other departments to ensure
efficient service delivery.
- Provide
timely and accurate financial information to students and internal
stakeholders.
Educational/Professional Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor’s
degree in Accounting/Finance and CPA II/ ACCA II OR CPA-Finalist
/ ACCA Finalist.
- Proficiency
in computer applications.
- I Year
experience in busy Accounts/Finance department.
- Shown
merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.
Personal Attributes & Competencies
- Excellent
communication skills.
- Excellent
analytical skills with attention to details
- Cross-cultural
interpersonal skills.
- Confidentiality
and integrity.
- Team
player with excellent interpersonal skills;
- Customer
service and etiquette
- Proactive
and with proven ability to take instructions and execute.
- Self
motivated.
- Flexibility
to adjust to dynamic work environment.
How to Apply
Interested applicants must provide a cover letter and a
current CV, certified copies of educational certificates and transcripts, names
and addresses of three referees, current salary and benefits, telephone and
e-mail contacts to the address below by Friday 17th April
2026.
Director, Human Resources
United States International University- Africa
P.O Box 14634-00800, Nairobi, Kenya
Email: jobs-finance@usiu.ac.ke
The Chief of Staff at United States International University – USIU Africa
The Chief of Staff
The Chief of Staff is a senior officer whose major role
includes coordination of multiple tasks for the Vice Chancellor, advising on
priorities based on competing priorities within the office and functions of the
Vice Chancellor, execution of strategic tasks including monitoring and task
performance management for effective and efficient implementation, manage and
prioritize special projects, coordinate and ensure seamless work between units
reporting to the Vice Chancellor through support and communication.
This role requires considerable judgment, tact, creativity,
adaptability, and initiative. It also requires the ability to produce
high-quality work product within tight and competing deadlines; flexibility and
willingness to adjust to changing priorities to meet organizational needs; an
unwavering commitment to service; a positive outlook; and a high level of
confidentiality.
Responsibilities
Strategic Management and Support
- Serves
as the primary liaison and aide, ensuring seamless coordination of the
vice chancellors’ endeavours.
- Manages
the execution and documentation of the Strategic Plan.
- Coordinate
implementation of University-wide initiatives and monitor progress toward
institutional goals.
- Assist
in translating the Vice Chancellor’s vision and strategy into actionable
goals and objectives.
- Prepares
and contributes to the preparation of reports, briefings, presentations,
and communication of the university strategic issues, as appropriate.
Executive Support and Governance
- Serves
as principal aide and executive officer to the Vice Chancellor including
managing priority and strategic functions of the office; supports the Vice
Chancellor in dealing with topics important to faculty, staff, students,
and other key stakeholders.
- Leads
special projects as requested by the Vice Chancellor.
- Manages
large scale projects of the university on time and budget, as appropriate.
- Participates
in key constituent meetings (as requested by the Vice Chancellor), ensures
appropriate and responsive follow-up and accountability and facilitates
resolution of matters requiring the Vice Chancellor’s attention.
Institutional Effectiveness
- Prepares
and contributes to the preparation of reports, briefings, presentations,
and communication of the university strategic issues, as appropriate.
- Assists
the Vice Chancellor in setting institutional priorities and ensuring staff
remains focused on meeting annual KPIs and strategic plan objectives.
- Coordinates
and contributes to institutional planning, policy development, Vice
Chancellor’s initiatives, and problem resolution.
- Anticipate,
identify and troubleshoot issues of concern or significance for the Vice
Chancellor; exercise discretion to ensure that matters requiring the
attention and/or decision making of the Vice Chancellor are thoroughly
developed, researched and evaluated.
Stakeholder Engagement
- Coordinate
multiple project work streams across various issues and stakeholders,
including tracking key activities and milestones, manage deliverables to
deadlines, integrate activities across work streams, surface project risks
and concerns, and recommend solutions as appropriate.
- Coordinates
with the University Management Board and others to coordinate progress and
resolution of Vice Chancellor’s assignments.
- Ensures
that matters requiring the attention of senior leadership, including the
Vice Chancellor, are thoroughly developed, researched, evaluated and
appropriately resolved.
- Supports
the Vice Chancellor at internal and external meetings and forums, as
designated.
Collaboration and Coordination
- Participate
in strategic scheduling of events, meetings, and other requests to balance
and address key objectives.
- Develop
and execute strategies aligned with the long-term vision and objectives of
the university.
- Works
collaboratively with senior leadership team to develop materials, manage
and/or coordinate the planning and management of strategic events.
- Manages
high-priority projects and key strategic initiatives and coordinates
necessary actions and communications across internal and external
university stakeholders.
Candidate Profile
Qualifications and Experience
- Master’s
degree in Business Administration, Education Management, Public
Administration, or a related field (PhD an added advantage).
- Minimum
of 10 years of progressive experience, with at least 5 years in a senior
management or strategy coordination role, preferably in higher education
or a complex institutional environment.
- Proven
experience in strategic planning, governance support, and project
management.
- Strong
analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to
influence across diverse teams.
Key Competencies
- Strategic
thinking and problem-solving ability.
- Strong
organizational and project management skills.
- Excellent
written and oral communication skills.
- High
level of integrity, confidentiality, and discretion.
- Ability
to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated
leadership and relationship management skills.
Desired Attributes
- Combination
of academic institution governance and ability to execute, analyse and
communicate.
- Exceptional
communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
- Analytical
and strategic thinker with a bias toward action and take
remedial/corrective measures.
- High
emotional intelligence and professional maturity in managing senior
relationships.
- Strategic
plan driving, development, execution and performance monitoring.
- Ability
to read a room and make coherence connection of divergent view points.
- Administration
experience, works well with people and understands people.
- Strategic
financial management and knowledge of the budget development and
management.
Interested in this role? Click the link below to
apply. Deadline: Friday, January 16, 2026.
The University Secretary at United States International University-Africa
The University Secretary
The University Secretary is a key administrative role
reporting to the Vice Chancellor that provides support to the various
University governance bodies, ensuring the effective governance and record
keeping of the bodies. The position also supports the governing bodies of the
University, ensuring effective decision-making, documentation, and
communication at the highest levels.
Responsibilities
Board and Council Support
- Organize,
attend and document meetings of the University governance organs and their
respective committees.
- Prepare
and circulate meeting materials, including notices, agendas, minutes, and
reports and ensure the members receive meeting materials in a timely
manner.
Records and Document Management
- Maintain
confidential and secure custody of official documents i.e. Minutes and
resolutions
- Ensure
up-to-date University documentation
- Assist
in the development and implementation of governance frameworks and risk
management systems.
Candidate Profile
Academic and Professional Qualifications
- Master’s
degree in Business related studies, Communications or Social Sciences from
an accredited University.
- Bachelor
of Laws (LLB) degree from a recognized institution.
- Certified
Public Secretary (CPS-K) and a valid practicing certificate from the
Institute of Certified Secretaries (ICS), Kenya.
- Advocate
of the High Court of Kenya (preferred).
Experience and Knowledge
- Minimum
of 7 years’ relevant experience, at least 3 of which should be at a senior
level in a similar capacity preferably in a University
- Demonstrated
knowledge of university governance, regulatory compliance, and corporate
law.
- Experience
in analyzing information and producing high-quality written materials on a
broad range of subjects and outcomes under demanding time frames.
Personal Attributes
- Discretion
and confidentiality: Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle
sensitive information with discretion.
- Attention
to detail: High level of attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and
precision in all aspects of the role.
- Interpersonal
skills: Ability to build strong relationships with board members,
university administrators, and other stakeholders.
- Organizational
skills: Strong organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize
tasks, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines.
Skills
- Proficiency
in legal and administrative software tools.
- Minute-taking:
Ability to take accurate and concise minutes during board, council and
senate meetings.
- Record-keeping:
Ability to maintain accurate and up-to-date records, including board
meeting minutes and resolutions.
- Excellent
communication skills: Effective written and verbal communication skills,
with the ability to draft minutes, reports, and other documents.
- Strong
administrative skills: Ability to manage complex administrative tasks,
maintain accurate records, and ensure compliance with governance
regulations.
- Ability
to manage multiple stakeholders and sensitive information effectively.
Competencies
- Strong
understanding of Kenyan corporate and educational laws.
- Compliance:
Understanding of relevant laws, regulations, and policies governing
university education.
- Board
governance expertise: Understanding of governance principles, practices,
and procedures for universities.
Interested in this role? Click the link below to
apply. Deadline: Friday, January 23, 2026. Applications will
be reviewed on a rolling basis.
The Human Resource Director at United States International University-Africa
The Human Resource Director
The HR Director is a senior administrator whose role ensures
the University’s organizational structure, culture, and talent align with its
overall mission and objectives. The HR Director will oversee three senior team
leaders comprising two Human Resource Managers, a Senior Insurance Officer and
the Head of Security. The role reports directly to the Vice Chancellor and
plays a key part in staff welfare by working closely with the Faculty Council
as part of employee welfare and the Staff Council, the body representing
non-teaching staff.
Responsibilities
Strategic HR Leadership
- Develop
and implement sustainable HR strategies focused on staff engagement,
development, and retention.
- Lead
and oversee HR processes including recruitment, learning, compensation,
performance management, and labor relations.
- Act as
a trusted advisor to senior leadership, guiding on HR matters.
- Ensure
alignment of HR policies and practices with the University’s goals and
evolving needs in the education sector.
Leadership and Stakeholder Management
- Provide
mentorship and development opportunities to HR team members.
- Engage
with key stakeholders across the University to build strong, productive
relationships.
- Serve
as a senior leadership team member, translating strategy into actionable
HR goals.
Talent Management and Development
- Drive
the University’s organizational development strategy to support corporate
objectives.
- Foster
a “We are one” culture through leadership development, management
strategies, and employee engagement initiatives.
- Develop
and manage succession planning and workforce analytics to support future
talent needs and leadership continuity.
- Guide
the design and execution of training and development programs to enhance
employee competencies and performance.
Compliance and Risk Management
- Ensure
full compliance with HR-related regulations, including labor laws,
occupational health, and safety standards.
- Oversee
HR, health, security, and insurance functions, ensuring optimal service
delivery and regulatory adherence.
- Manage
risk mitigation processes related to HR functions, including audits and
health safety.
Employee Relations and Culture
- Create
and maintain fair, inclusive, and transparent workplace policies and
practices.
- Address
employee concerns and maintain a harassment-free environment.
- Promote
Equity, diversity and inclusion within the University, providing regular
progress reports.
Performance and Organizational Effectiveness
- Oversee
performance management systems, ensuring effective tracking and
development of KPIs aligned with the University’s goals.
- Lead
initiatives related to leadership, team effectiveness, cultural alignment,
and change management.
Administrative and Operational Oversight
- Manage
the HR department’s annual plan and budget, ensuring resources are
effectively allocated.
- Oversee
communication, records management, and the operational delivery of HR
services.
- Supervise
the implementation and monitoring of outsourced services like health,
security, and insurance to ensure value delivery.
Candidate Profile
Academic Qualifications
- Master’s
degree in human resource management or related field.
- Bachelor’s
degree in human resource management or related field.
Professional Qualifications/Membership to Professional
Bodies/Publication
- Post
Graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management/Certified Human Resource
Professional.
- Licensed
Member of IHRM in good standing.
Experience and Knowledge
- Over
Twelve (12) years of relevant experience with over four (4) years in
management, two (2) of which should be at senior management level in a
similar organization.
- Experience
from an institution of Higher learning will be an added advantage.
Competencies
- Strong
leadership skills with the ability to interpret contexts and set
direction.
- Executive
disposition and demonstrate high levels of integrity.
- Diversity,
Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) Employee Experience and Culture.
- Analytics
Translation.
- Ability
to Co-create Strategy and results-driven.
- Strategic
and innovative with the ability to sell the vision of the University.
- Ability
to develop long-term integrated and cross-functional operational plans.
Interested in this role? Click the link below to
apply. Deadline: Friday, January 23, 2026. Applications will
be reviewed on a rolling basis.