Our client, a global leader in the Tea Industry within the region, is looking for a Diversity and Inclusion (DI) Officer to join their dynamic team based in Kericho, Kenya.

ROLE PURPOSE

The D&I Officer will be responsible for promoting and supporting diversity in the workplace by putting together programs, initiatives and strategies to maintain a diverse workplace.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Researches, develops, recommends, and executes creative strategies to foster the organization’s diversity goals.


• Developing company-wide diversity and inclusion programs


• Reviews current practices and policies, assessing and analyzing the extent to which they support or hinder the company’s diversity goals.


• Collects and analyzes statistical data to evaluate the company’s population in accordance with diversity standards and goals.


• Develops and/or acquires training and development to aid diversity and retention initiatives.


• Acts as company liaison with government agencies concerning affirmative action and equal employment opportunities.


• Maintains knowledge of diversity-related issues, legislation, and best practices.


• Provides training and policy updates on D&I to colleagues, ensuring the legal compliance of management and human resources staff.


• Identifying external trends and recognizing best practice which will increase diversity among the workforces.


• Keeping track of the diversity performance metrics.


• Performs other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATION, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND TRAITS

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources management, Organizational Psychology, or a similar degree


• 4+ years of working experience as a Diversity and Inclusive expert, or a related job position in the HR or Welfare department specializing in equal employment opportunity, affirmative action, and diversity programs.


• Interpersonal/Teamwork skills.


• Understanding of diversity management.


• IHRM Membership.

To apply, submit your application on our ATS at ats.flexi-personnel.com by 23rd JUNE 2023 under the DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION (DI) OFFICER job posting.

All applicants are advised to adhere to application guidelines for consideration. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

NB: Flexi Personnel does not charge candidates for job placement.