Principal Officer – Allowances and Benefits
Location | Nairobi, Kenya |
Date Posted | February 23, 2021 |
Category |
Human Resource / HR
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Job Type |
Full-time
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Currency | KES |
Description
To analyse data and information relating to allowances and benefits for public sector and make appropriate recommendations in line with the Commissions mandate.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Reviewing allowances and benefits for public sector;
- Conduct surveys on Allowances and Benefits and recommend reviews as appropriate;
- Analyse submissions on allowances and benefits from stakeholders and make appropriate recommendations;
- Assess the impact of decisions made on allowances and benefits on fiscal sustainability and report to the Commission on a quarterly basis;
- Undertake periodic reviews and make recommendations on pensions to compensate for the rise in the cost of living;
- Analyse the impact of salary remuneration reviews on pension and make recommendations on its sustainability;
- Interrogate various Government policies impacting on allowances and benefits and advice on best practice to the Commission;
- Prepare and submit monthly reports to Supervisor;
- Implement the functional risk management framework;
- Adhere to budgetary allocation;
- Contribute to the development of the Work plan, policies and procedures of the Department;
- Provide feedback to enhance business processes and initiate process improvement to achieve operational excellence.
- Develop individual work plans, monitor own performance and seek requisite support to ensure delivery of agreed target
Qualification and Personal Specifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences (Economics, Statistics, Human Resources, Public Administration) or relevant field of study from a recognized university;
- Master’s degree Economics, Statistics, Human Resources, Public or Business Administration or other relevant field from a recognized university is an added advantage;
- Pension Trustees Development Programme Certificate or any other related field is an added advantage
- Post-graduate Diploma in Human Resources/ CHRP II/Law or in a related field;
- Relevant work experience of at least eight (8) years in a reputable organization;
- Relevant professional qualification.
- Membership to relevant professional body
Key Competencies
Meets the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya
Knowledge of public finance management principles and processes;
Demonstrated competency and capability in handling remuneration matters.
Ability to deliver results in a complex and dynamic environment.
Ability to identify customer needs and deliver service excellence.
Demonstrate knowledge in relevant legislation and applicable standards.
Excellent analytical and communication skills;
Report writing and presentation skills
Knowledge of the Public Service Policies and practices on remuneration;