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PART 2: PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT Performance management is a very important function of Human Resource Management. It is the element that makes sure there’s accountability with regard to the achievement of expected deliverables. In part 1 of Performance Management, we looked at the steps to follow for effective performance management. These steps can only be executed...

Mental Health in The Workplace Mental health is a state of mental well-being that enables people to cope with the stresses of life, realize their abilities, learn well, work well, and contribute to their community(WHO). It is important to note that mental health problems can affect anyone regardless of their age, sex, and position. Work-related...

In our part 1 series of  ‘The Expectations’ we look at the importance of clear and simple contracts. Imagine signing a lease agreement and then realizing later that the contractual agreement does not permit you to use certain amenities within the building. Unfortunately, since the contract is signed, it is assumed that the tenant agrees...

Types of Leaves In Kenya It is important for employers to understand what the law says about leave to ensure that the organisation’s leave policy is within the provision of the law (i.e. Employment Act, 2007). This article gives a summary of the types of leave in Kenya: Annual Leave: Employees who have worked for...

Promoting Wellness at Work Recently, one of our team members was shocked when we reached out to ask about their welfare. This particular team member was expecting a negative reaction from management about an incident that almost cost the business a client. Something was off and it showed in the way they were interacting with...

HR Professionals Conduct Mariam, a young lady interested in pursuing a career in Human Resource Management knows that her future responsibilities will range from recruiting, training, performance management, compensation and benefits, and implementing HR policies. Well, equally important is recognizing the conduct and characteristics required for success in this field such as: ● Knowledge and...

OPTIMIZING PERFORMANCE THROUGH MANPOWER PLANNING. Welcome to the last part of the Manpower planning series!! In case you missed part one and two we got you !! Part 1 “MEASURE TWICE, CUT ONCE” in HR. – imanage, and Part 2 FINDING THE PERFECT FIT FOR YOUR PLAN!! – imanage Manpower planning boosts productivity by ensuring...

FINDING THE PERFECT FIT FOR YOUR PLAN!! Welcome to Part 2 of the manpower planning series !! In case you missed Part 1; we got you! Find manpower Part 1 here “MEASURE TWICE, CUT ONCE” in HR. – imanage One of the benefits of manpower planning is managing staffing levels. Manpower planning helps organizations identify...

“MEASURE TWICE, CUT ONCE” in HR. A basic principle in technical works requires that measurements be done twice before irreversible actions are taken e.g cutting a piece of cloth to make a dress in tailoring; or cutting wood in carpentry, or laying a foundation in construction. In HR, this principle is applied in workforce planning....

“Madaraka” is a Swahili word that means “power” or “authority,” and in Kenya, we commemorate the country's attainment of self-governance on the first day of June.This year Kenya celebrated 60 years of Madaraka! It is important to note that our country had already attained independence and independence without the power to govern ourselves as a...