Prior to establishment of Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC), remuneration and benefits payable to public officers were set through ad hoc Committees. Owing to the limited mandate of the foregoing Commissions and Committees, they only addressed remuneration and benefits in selected sectors and subsectors of the Public Service. The absence of a holistic approach led to substantial differences in salaries, allowances, other benefits and grading resulting in discontentment, low morale and inefficiencies in the Public Service. This situation was not helpful to an economy eyeing fast growth, supported by a vibrant Public Service. Moreover, the country was saddled by a ballooning public wage bill that required concerted effort to: first, harmonise the salaries of all public servants; and second, lay strong foundation to manage a bloated wage bill, thus free funds for development projects. The public sector wage bill has shown a positive trend from 57.33% of ordinary revenue in 2013/2014 to 48.1% in 2018/2019 as a result of previous initiatives by stakeholders. However, concerted effort by all arms of government is required to achieve a wage bill of 35% of ordinary revenue as per the PFM regulations (2015) and a wage bill to GDP of 7.5% from the current 8.1% in line with average for developing Countries. A fiscally sustainable wage bill releases additional resources to address the Big 4 agenda and other development goals.

Job purpose

To undertake research and analysis and to provide data and analytics to inform decision making in remuneration and benefits. The role will also provide leadership in undertaking monitoring and evaluation to ensure adherence to the Commission’s mandate.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Conduct research assignments and inquiries to provide relevant data that informs evidence-based policy formulation and Commission decision making;
• Provide accurate and timely data for decision making in remuneration and benefits;
• Prepare quality and timely reports and provide secretarial services to the Commission Committee;
• Cultivate, manage and sustain meaningful relationships with stakeholders;
• Develop innovative monitoring and evaluation framework, system and tools to achieve monitoring and evaluation objectives;
• Undertake periodic fiscal sustainability analysis of the impact of the set and advised Remuneration and Benefits to ensure affordability and sustainability of the total Public Compensation Bill;
• Undertake periodic analysis of wage bill data and ratios, analysis of the impact of the set and advised Remuneration and Benefits to ensure affordability and sustainability of the total Public Compensation Bill;
• Review macro and micro economic studies on Remuneration and Benefits and advice on harmonization and equity to ensure implementation of efficient Remuneration and Benefits cycles;
• Develop and continuously update the broad parameters for wage reviews and determination;
• Maintain and review remuneration and benefits data base;
• Develop internal and external linkages with other stakeholders on matters of research, monitoring and evaluation;
• Provide leadership in the execution of the Commissions’ Strategy on Research and Monitoring and Evaluation;
• Contribute in the development of the strategy, policies, procedures and manuals for research and monitoring and evaluation;
• Develop work plans and undertake continuous performance monitoring and reporting on the work plans;
• Develop, motivate and manage the performance of the team and ensure continuous alignment to the values of the Commission.
• Preparation of appropriate budgets for programs, monitor absorption and ensure optimal utilization;
• Drive efficiency of systems, processes and operating procedures to achieve operational excellence;
• Identify, monitor, evaluate and mitigate operational and strategic risks of the function;
• Ensure compliance and reporting with provisions of internal guidelines and policies and Government Circulars.

Minimum Qualifications and Personal Specifications

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor degree in Economics, Statistics, Social Sciences or other relevant field from a recognised university.
• Master degree in Economics, Statistics, Human Resources, Public or Business Administration or other relevant field from a recognised university.
• Relevant work experience of at least ten (10) years four (4) of which must be at senior management level in a reputable organization.

Functional Skills, Behavioral Competencies/Attributes:

• Meets the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya;
• Ability to formulate strategies and policies, and create new approaches in a complex and dynamic environment;
• Proven track record of achieving results with demonstrated success in developing and implementing performance plans, policies, procedures and processes;
• Ability to deliver results in a complex and dynamic environment;
• Ability to assimilate complex issues and use effective communication strategies and demonstrate exercise of emotional intelligence to influence diverse audiences;
• Ability to lead, motivate and empower others to achieve organizational goals;
• Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with stakeholders to facilitate the accomplishment of Commission goals;
• Ability to influence or persuade others to gain acceptance or agreement of ideas and approaches;
• Ability to analyze complex issues, draw correct conclusions and clearly articulate the issues;
• Has a personal commitment to organizational excellence and customer focus;
• Ability to read situations aptly and exhibit sound judgment;
• Demonstrate knowledge in relevant legislation and applicable standards;