Director, Human Capital and Administrative Services - Parliamentary Joint Services

Republic of Kenya Parliamentary Service Commission Advertisement The Parliamentary Service Commission invites applications from energetic and results-oriented individuals interested in serving in the following three positions for a term of five years with eligibility for re-appointment for one further term of five years; Director, Human Capital and Administrative Services (Parliamentary Joint Services) PSC 15 One Vacancy PSC/PJS/02/2026 Duties and Responsibilities The duties and responsibilities at this grade will include: Formulation, interpretation and application of human resource policies, procedures, rules and regulations; Personnel emoluments, estimates and expenditure control; Administration of schemes of service; Management of pension schemes, staff insurance and gratuities; Leave management; Staff performance management and career development; Implement compensation, benefit and payroll administration; Oversee human resource planning and provide guidance in matters related to recruitment, selection, appointments, placement, onboarding, promotions and confirmation of staff; Budget and expenditure control for the Directorate; Enforce data protection and proper records management; Implementation of Board of Senior Management and Commission resolutions as regards appointments, promotions, discipline, secondments, study leave; Management of staff in the Directorate; Management of Telecommunication services; Management of Health club and recreational services; and Management of office and secretarial services. Requirements for Appointment For appointment to this position a candidate must – Have served for at least ten (10) years in a Human Resource Office, three (3) of which must be at the grade of three (3) of which must have been in the grade of Deputy Director, Human Resource or Administration Services (PSC 14) or a comparable position with similar responsibilities; Have a Master’s degree in Human Resources Management; Have demonstrated a high degree of professional competence, administrative capabilities and initiative in the general organization and management of human resource and a thorough understanding of Human Resource Management policies, regulations and employee relations, understanding of labour laws and other statutes that impact on human resource; Have shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results; Be a registered member in good standing of the Institute of Human Resource Management (IHRM); Be a Certified Human Resource Professional, Kenya (CHRP-K). How to Apply Applications must include a cover letter, copies of academic certification and /or testimonials and a duly completed Parliamentary Service Commission Job Application Form (Form 1J, Revised 2026), which can be downloaded from www.parliament.go.ke or obtained from the office of the Head of the Commission Secretariat, 1st Floor, County Hall, Parliament Buildings. Applications should be addressed to: - Clerk of the Senate/Secretary, Parliamentary Service Commission, P. O. Box 41842-00100, Nairobi. Or hand delivered to the office of the Head of the Commission Secretariat, 1st Floor, County Hall, during office hours or emailed as a PDF file attachment to applications@parliament.go.ke to be received on or before 20th November, 2026. Please note: Applications from applicants who do not complete the Parliamentary Service Commission Job Application Form (Form 1J, Revised 2026) referred to in this advertisement will NOT be considered. Clerk of the Senate / Secretary Parliamentary Service Commission