Talent Manager

JOB REF HR 04/2013

The Position
Reporting to the Head of Learning & Development, the role will contribute to the shaping of a talent strategy for the Bank, and to implement specific talent initiatives that will enable the Bank meet its current and future talent pipeline requirements.

Key Responsibilities
 Disseminate the standards of talent management in the KCB Group.
 Ensure specific Talent deliverables are implemented through the development of appropriate Talent Strategies.
 Consolidate and analyze the Group talent management information, data and statistics.
 Manage the movement of Group talent across KCB Group.
 Develop, maintain and review talent management matrices.
 Energize and drive the Management trainee, Graduate Clerk and Management Entry programs to deliver on the banks future talent pipeline requirements.
 Provide facilitation and support to the Functions in the development, co-ordination and management of the succession planning process, including the development of guidelines, tools, templates and appropriate success measures.
 Manage the career management and development process in the Bank, through effective development and implementation of appropriate guidelines, tools, and assessments.
 Source, implement and embed appropriate differentiated selection tools and assessment methodologies e.g. psychometric tests, in box exercises, assessment centers etc.
 Provide formal training to managers in the use of selection tools and assessment methodologies to ensure objective selection decisions are made.
 Develop and implement appropriate retention strategies to ensure the Bank keeps its high potential employees.
 Provide expertise and support to Functional Heads during annual talent reviews.
Use the talent review outcomes to plan for future recruitment and career moves.

The Person
 University degree from a recognized institution and relevant HR professional qualifications.
 Possession of a postgraduate degree will be an added advantage.
 A minimum of 5 years Management Level experience within a busy HR Function.
 Experience in Talent, Learning & People Development.
 Detailed understanding of end to end Talent Management processes.
 Understanding of Skill Pool Management.
 Superior Recruitment & Selection skills with detailed understanding of cutting edge recruitment tools.
 Superior verbal, written, presentation and facilitation skills.
 Demonstrated creativity and analytical skills
 Interpersonal skills & proven ability to deal with people at senior level & cross functionally.
 Flexibility with the ability to handle a variety of projects simultaneously.
 Proven ability to build strong working relationships.

The above position is a demanding role which the bank will provide a competitive package for the successful candidate. If you believe you can clearly demonstrate your abilities to meet the criteria given above, please submit your application with a detailed CV, stating your current position, remuneration level, e-mail address and telephone contacts quoting the job title/reference in the subject field to recruitment@kcb.co.ke.
To be considered your application must be received by  May 27, 2013. 
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.