Assistant Director, Human Resource Management & Development - Grade 6

The National Defence University-Kenya (NDU-K), established under Section 24 of the Universities Education Act, 2012, is seeking an experienced and qualified professional for the position of Assistant Director, Human Resource Management & Development (Grade 6). The University, based at Lanet in Nakuru County, offers specialized certificates, diplomas, and degrees in areas related to Defence and security. This is a senior role responsible for leading HR strategies, managing personnel budgets, and ensuring the university maintains a high-performing workforce through robust policies and development plans.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Recruitment and Staffing: Coordinating staff recruitments, appointments, selection, promotions, transfers, discipline, and separation processes.
• Policy Management: Developing, implementing, and reviewing human resource policies, procedures, standards, and regulations.
• Strategic Planning: Undertaking staff establishment and career planning for institutional growth.
• Training & Development: Identifying, designing, and coordinating the implementation of training programmes; monitoring the implementation of training and human resource development plans.
• HR Information Systems: Providing guidance on the development and updating of the human resource database and maintaining a comprehensive skills inventory.
• Budgetary Oversight: Preparing the Personnel Emolument Budget for the University.
• Performance Management: Coordinating performance management and quality management processes, as well as performance contracting.
• Employee Relations: Coordinating industrial relations and staff welfare; providing advice to staff on the pay and benefits system.
• Compliance: Ensuring compliance with all statutory and regulatory requirements relating to Human Resources.
• Knowledge Management: Participating in the development of institutional knowledge management and analyzing the impact of HR policies on organizational performance.

Requirements for Appointment

To be eligible for this position, candidates must possess:

• A cumulative service period of twelve (12) years’ relevant work experience, with at least three (3) years at the grade of Principal Human Resource Management Officer or a comparable position.
• A Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management, Human Resource Development, Industrial Relations, or an equivalent qualification from a recognized and accredited institution.
• A Master’s degree in Human Resource Management/Development, Industrial Relations, or an equivalent qualification from a recognized and accredited institution.
• Relevant technical and professional certification from a recognized institution.
• A certificate in a Leadership course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized and accredited institution.
• Current registration with the Institute of Human Resource Management (IHRM).
• A valid practicing license from IHRM.
• Proficiency in computer applications.
• Demonstrated merit, ability, and leadership as reflected in work performance and results.

How to Apply

Applications should be submitted electronically (online) to recruitment2026@ndu.ac.ke.

Submission Requirements:

• A detailed curriculum vitae.
• A copy of ID/Passport.
• Copies of academic and professional certificates and transcripts.
• The position applied for and the Reference Number must be indicated on the subject line.

Note for Shortlisted Candidates: Shortlisted candidates will be required to present originals of the following documents during interviews:

1. National Identity Card.
2. Academic and Professional Certificates and transcripts.
3. Clearances from KRA, EACC, HELB, CRB, and a Police Clearance Certificate (DCI).
4. Letter of recognition of qualifications from the Commission for University Education (CUE) for any degree obtained from foreign universities.
5. Recommendations from relevant professional bodies (where applicable).

Deadline: All applications must reach the University on or before 2nd March 2026, 5:00 pm (East Africa Time). Detailed job specifications can be found at www.ndu.ac.ke.