Human Resources and Organizational Development Manager – ACCORD Kenya

ACORD (Agency for Cooperation and Research in Development) is a Pan African Organization working for Social Justice and Development in Africa. ACORD has offices and programs in 17 African countries and delivers development programs on livelihoods, conflict, gender and HIV & AIDS. ACORD is also implementing a Pan-African advocacy program focused on food sovereignty.
Closing date: 21 May 2010Location: Kenya – Nairobi
In order to deliver effectively on its African agenda and fulfill its mission, ACORD seeks to recruit a Human Resources and Organizational Development Manager to manage the organisation needs in the area of strategic management of its Human Capital, organizational learning and development.
This is a senior management role under the supervision of the Executive Director; the position holder is responsible for providing leadership in the implementation of the Human Resources Strategy integrated as an integral part of the overall Strategic Plan. He/she has the responsibility to supervise and oversee the efficient functioning of the role of M & E and Knowledge Management Coordinator, supporting Institutional Development and to ensure efficiency of the administration function at the Secretariat working in collaboration with other colleagues in the various departments at the ACORD secretariat.
ACORD is committed to the People in Aid (PIA) code of Good practice in the management and support of staff in the development sector with the aim to align its Human Resources Strategy to the best standards in the International Market.
Requirements for the position
Qualification and Experience

1. Masters Degree in Business Management or Human Resources Management or a similar field is required.
2. 8 (eight) years working experience (minimum) at Senior management level, hands on experience in Human Resources Management and Human Resources Development with an International Organization at regional and international levels.
3. Very good understanding of organizational policies and procedures: Human Resources and Administration;
4. Very good understanding of labor laws in countries of operation;
5. Very good understanding of Performance Management Systems, compensation and benefits systems
6. Good Experience in Organization learning and Knowledge Management;
7. Good Training and facilitation skills;
8. Bilingual English-French spoken and written is a mandatory requirement for this position; trilingual English-French-Portuguese would be an added advantage.

Required Competencies

1. Strong Leadership skills;
2. Strong strategic thinking skills;
3. Adaptation Skills: Ability to work well in a multi-cultural environment;
4. Very good conceptual and analytical skills;
5. Communicating with impact
6. Highly motivated, responsible, self directed, resourceful and flexible
7. Collaboration and teamwork
8. Problem solving skills
9. Negotiation skills
10. Creativity and innovation
11. Ability to manage workload and meet deadlines

This is an international position and offers a competitive international salary and benefits package.

How to apply
Please find the detailed job description placed on the ACORD website:http://www.acordinternational.org
To submit your application, please complete an application form available on the web site with a full curriculum vitae and cover letter and e-mail your application to recruit@acordinternational.org placing the position you are applying for in the subject line. Hard copy applications shall be sent to ACORD at the following address:
ACK Garden House
1st Ngong Avenue,
1st Floor, Wing C
P.O. Box 61216, 00200-
Nairobi, Kenya