Responsibilities

1. Lead the smooth and efficient operation of the Human Resources Unit through management of daily operations and supervision of staff, and assisting in developing the Department’s plans, goals, objectives and systems.
2. Lead timely accurate completion of the appraisal process, promoting a positive attitude, from goal setting for new recruits to monitoring performance of employees, initiating disciplinary where necessary.
3. Manage an effective interview process, through developing, evaluating and validating interview and selection instruments, directing and conducting high-level recruitment to ensure the right candidate is recruited, and recommending conditions of service, compensation packages and performing exit interviews.
4. Lead staff development / training, workshops and offers coaching to staff on performance improvements to ensure all staff are given the tools required to operate effectively.
5. Lead, direct and participate in long-term strategic HR planning of the Ministry and Departments, recommending new approaches, policies and procedures to effect continual improvements in efficiency of departments and services performed.
6. Act as advisor to Permanent Secretaries, Department Heads and other senior officers; and attend meetings to offer support / guidance.
7. Counsel employees regarding promotional opportunities and HR concerns. Conduct investigations and makes recommendations as appropriate regarding issues of staff disputes, grievances and misconducts. Lead employee recognition to reward excellence to encourage a high level of staff morale.
8. Promote consistency across Public Service through advice and audits of employment processes of ministries/ departments.
9. Liaise with the relevant ministries, departments and other agencies to obtain advice to resolve complex matters.
10. Assist in compiling information for disciplinary inquiries and ensure that all disciplinary actions are handled in accordance with the human resources policies and/or executed as directed by the Governor through the Public Service Commission.
11. Coordinate and conduct new employee orientations.
12. Prepare correspondence, periodic reports, various documents on human resources activities (including monthly leave reports) and Commission papers.
13. Identify job specific and environmental factors and develop, where applicable, implement and promote the health and safety policies. Mitigate and minimise workplace hazards.
14. Perform any other duties as required by Supervisor or any other senior officers in order to contribute to the effectiveness and efficiency of the unit.
15. Oversee the maintenance of employees’ personnel files and other confidential files.
16. Assist with the preparation of the annual budget.

Skills and Competencies

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration / Management
or related field
• Certification in Human Resources Management (preferred)
• Five (5) to seven (7) years working experience in related field
• Manage time effectively
• Manage your own resources and professional development
• Provide leadership in area of responsibility
• Develop the trust and support of colleagues, stakeholders and line managers
• Implement change
• Obtain and analyse information for decision making
• Provide information and advice to others

• Assess and develop the performance of team and individuals
• Ensure health and safety requirements are met in the area