role summary

To provide administrative and strategic assistance and support to the Director to ensure all relevant HR related matters within the Unit are addressed.

main responsibilities

1. Assist with ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of the Human Resources Unit through management of daily operations and supervision of assigned staff.
2. Draft relevant correspondence and reports ensuring a quick turnaround and proof-read various documents ensuring accuracy.
3. Administer and maintain systems ensuring security of confidential personnel data.
4. Provide up-to-date advice on HR related matters, procedures and regulations, to help staff carry out their daily operations.
5. Schedule, organise and prepare material and minute departmental meeting to ensure accurate and timely preparation of documentation.
6. Assist with maintaining the electronic database of existing employee’s profile using the payroll system.
7. 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.

behavioural competencies

1.Manage self to model behavior in meeting departmental standards

2.Manages your own resources and professional development

3.Provides leadership in area of responsibility

4.Develops the trust and support of colleagues, stakeholders and line managers

5.Lead, plan and Implement change

working conditions/ environmental factors

• Normal office environment
• Fieldwork
• Occasional extended working hours

minimum qualifications and experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration/Management, Public Administration or related field
• Three (3) to five (5) years related experience
• Sound knowledge of Government structure, policies and procedures
• Sound knowledge of JD Edwards Accounting Software
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Good knowledge of the use of standard office equipment and computer applications
• Excellent analytical and decision-making skills
• Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills
• Ability to work well under pressure

how to apply

All applications for employment to the Public Service, including applications for transfer under the Employee Mobility Programme must be submitted to the address provided below by the job closing date.

Agency: 

   Public Service Commission

    c/o Department of Human Resources

    2^nd Floor Simms Building

    Road Town, Tortola VG 1110

    British Virgin Islands

or by email:  hrdbvi@gov.vg

Applicants should submit the Employment Application (available at: www.bvi.gov.vg); a Résumé/Curriculum Vitae of their relevant experience and qualifications; with two personal reference letters; certified copies of identification, citizenship, and academic certifications/diplomas/licenses, along with a police certificate from your place of residency.

Applying through the Employee Mobility Programme: Applicants interested in transferring to the Public Service through the Employee Mobility Programme must submit the standard Employment Application (see above) along with the Employee Mobility Application (available at: www.bvi.gov.vg/services/emp. All sections of both forms must be thoroughly completed in order to prevent delays in processing applications. For more information about the Employee Mobility Programme, click www.bvi.gov.vg/services/emp.

Important Notice: Qualified candidates who are considered for potential employment with the Government of the Virgin Islands may be requested to provide further criminal history record information. Evidence of a criminal conviction or other relevant information obtained shall not automatically disqualify an individual from employment with the Government of the Virgin Islands.