| Job Title |
Principal Officer, Collective Bargaining Negotiation |
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| Grade |
RL4 |
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| Corporation/Organization |
Salaries and Remuneration Commission |
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| Directorate |
Remuneration Services |
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| Department |
Collective Bargaining Negotiations |
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| Division |
N/A |
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| Section / Unit |
N/A |
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| Location / Work Station |
Nairobi (Head office) |
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| Reporting Relationships |
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| Reports to |
Deputy Director, Collective Bargaining Negotiations |
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| Direct Reports |
Senior officer, Collective Bargaining Negotiations |
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| Indirect Reports |
N/A |
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| Job Purpose |
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| This position is responsible for execution of the Commission’s Strategy on Collective Bargaining Negotiations for the public sector and making appropriate recommendations. |
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| Key Responsibilities/ Duties / Tasks |
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| I. Â Managerial / Supervisory Responsibilities |
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- Ensure compliance on all statutory requirements, Government Circulars and Commission policies;
- Review the analysed data relating to Collective Bargaining Negotiations for Public sector institutions;
- Review the Collective Bargaining Negotiations (CBN) proposals based on appropriate parameters;
- Provide technical input to the development and review of training curriculum Collective Bargaining Negotiations;
- Contribute to the development and regular review of CBN guidelines;
- Provide input into the departmental work plan and compile budget estimates to inform the departmental planning process;
- Lead the development and performance management of staff that report to the position for the achievement of both individual and departmental goals;
- Carry out      training needs assessment and propose training programmes for departmental staff;
- Mentor and coach staff that report to the position; and
- Identify and evaluate risks and implications of all of the departmental activities.
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| II. Â Operational Responsibilities / Tasks |
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- Implement  policies, procedures and manuals on Collective Bargaining Negotiation processes;
- Undertake CBN analysis in consultation with the Ministry of Labour to ensure that CBN and Agreements are consistent with the mandate of the Commission;
- Conduct comparative analysis of the submitted Collective Bargaining Agreements as well as remuneration and benefits data against set parameters and make appropriate recommendations;
- Work closely with the Employment and Labour Relations Court to ensure that the Commission’s advice is obtained before CBAs are registered;
- Ensure consistency and uniformity on Labour Relations matters relating to remuneration and benefits in the public sector;
- Train, sensitize and provide technical support to public sector institutions to build capacity in Collective Bargaining Negotiations
- Liaise with the Ministry in charge of Labour and Social Protection as well as the Employment and Labour Relations Court on all ongoing and emerging CBN matters;
- Maintain an up to date CBA data base to ensure ease of retrieval, confidentiality and consistency in decision making;
- Prepare and submit monthly, quarterly and annual reports to the Head of 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 targets
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| Job Dimensions:Â |
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| I. Â Financial Responsibility |
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| Provide input to the departmental budget and plan. |
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| II. Â Responsibility for Physical Assets |
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- Computer; and
- Office furniture and equipment.
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| III. Â Decision Making / Job Influence |
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- Managerial
- Analytical; and
- Operational.
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| IV. Working Conditions |
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| Office setting with occasional travel out of office. |
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| Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills). |
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| Academic qualifications |
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- Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Statistics, Human Resources, Public and Business Administration or other relevant field from a recognized university;
- Master’s degree in Economics, Statistics, Human Resources, Public and Business Administration or other relevant field from a recognized university is an added advantage;
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| Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies |
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- Post-graduate Diploma in Human Resources/Industrial Relations/CHRP II/Diploma in Law or in a related field;
- Membership to Relevant professional body
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| Previous relevant work experience required. |
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| Relevant work experience of at least eight (8)Â four (4) of which must be in a comparable position in a reputable organisation;
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| Functional Skills, Behavioral Competencies/Attributes: |
- Meets the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya
- Â Knowledge of public finance management principles and processes;
- Demonstrated knowledge in compensation and remuneration policy formulation;
- 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;
- Strong Communication skills both written and verbal; and
- Report writing and presentation skills.
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