Chief Human Resource Officer

Job Description

Position Summary

To identify and evaluate areas of competitive advantage through the development of Human Resources and Organizational capabilities i.e. establish manpower plans, develop and implement performance management systems.

Oversee and administer policies, Trade Union Agreements and industry related practices that foster the desired relationships between the employees and the company.

To ensure the availability at all times, the right calibre and adequate number of people for the efficient operations of the company.

Specific responsibilities

• Sets up and manage HR office efficiently
• Develop an HR strategy aligned with company’s overall goals.
• Implement performance based management, eventually linked to pay.
• Bring technological improvements to the general management of the people resources.
• Identify staffing and recruiting needs, while executing best practices for hiring, talent and discipline management.
• Plan and lead training programs, ensuring proper execution.
• Drive engagement and manage employee relations hereunder negotiations with the unions.
• Maintain knowledge of trends, best practices and regulatory changes and apply this to changes in policy, practice, and resources.

Qualifications and Skills

• University Degree in the appropriate field i.e. Human Resource Management, Psychology or related disciplines with 10 years functional experience 6 years of which must be at management level.
• Must have ability to innovate, think conceptually, apply proven problem solving skills and develop appropriate solution strategies.
• Proficient in the use of Micro-soft office suit and Human Resource information management systems.
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.

Method Of Application

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Closing Date: Ongoing