Applications are invited from suitably qualified local candidates for the following positions.
MINISTRY : COMMUNICATIONS
JOB TITLE : DIRECTOR HR
GRADE : J
RESPONSIBLE TO : PRINCIPAL SECRETARY
1.1 Undertakes consultations with relevant stakeholders to discuss and agree on proposed changes.
1.2 Finalizes reviewed draft and submits for consideration and approval.
Purpose: To ensure uniformity and guide implementation of HR activities.
2. COORDINATE IMPLEMENTATION OF HR POLICIES, RULES AND
REGULATIONS.
2.1 Informs all head of divisions regarding HR policy developments/ reviews.
2.2 Establishes feasible options for implementation of HR policies rules and regulations.
2.3 Writes direction for development of action plans.
2.4 Conducts continuous meetings and provides feedback to solve problems and monitor implementation of policies, rules and regulations.
Purpose: To facilitate achievement of objectives.
3. ENSURE IMPLEMENTATION OF HR PROCESSES AND SYSTEMS: PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT, JOB EVALUATION etc.
3.1 Collaborates with heads of Department to develop ministerial objectives.
3.2 Guides establishment of performance standards and indicators that verify performance.
3.3 Ascertains development of annual work plans.
3.4 Oversees implementation of assessments against established objectives.
3.5 Maintains payment of salaries and incentives on the basis of contribution of performance.
Purpose: To enhance productivity and effectiveness.
4. MANAGES ACQUISITION, DEVELOPMENT, UTILISATION AND DISCIPLINE OF SENIOR MANAGEMENT OF STAFF.
4.1 Identifies suitable candidates on basis of established procedures.
4.2 Writes proposals for recruitment, development, utilization and discipline in respect of senior management to the PS for consideration and approval.
4.3 Organizes placement, orientation and training for senior management.
4.4 Directs processing of decisions pertaining to the recruitment, development, discipline and utilization of senior management.
Purpose: To ensure the availability of leaders with skills the organization requires.
5. FACILITATES COMMUNICATION, SAFETY, WELFARE AND
EMPLOYEE RELATIONS.
5.1 Directs development of a communication and information network internally and externally.
5.2 Initiates the establishment of employee safety standards and welfare procedures in the work place.
5.3 Represents management in conflict negotiation and dispute resolution.
5.4 Ascertains that all statutory obligations on terms of appointment and labour disputes are adhered to.
Purpose: To promote good working relations.
6. PROVIDES INFORMATION AND GUIDANCE ON HUMAN
RESOURCES MATTERS.
6.1 Researches and analyses information on HR related matters.
6.2 Prepares briefs, memorandums and writes letters/reports pertaining to HR matters on behalf of Principal Secretary.
6.3 Participates as part of the Management team to provide guidance and advice of HR related matters.
6.4 Instructs compilation, retrieval and distribution of HR data and reports on a continuous basis.
Purpose: To guide appropriate decision making and action.
7. OVERSEES MANAGEMENT OF THE HUMAN RESOURCES DISIVION.
7.1 Directs identification of divisional requirement on the basis of HR plans and objectives.
7.2 Assesses HR requirement and justifies needs against allocated budget.
7.3 Authorizes requisitions on HR related functions to control expenditure against budget.
7.4 Appraises subordinates staff in the HR division.
7.5 Attends meetings, conferences to represent the ministry in HR related matters.
Purpose: To ensure operational effectiveness of the HR division.
Job Specification:
Masters in HRM/Industrial Psychology or in any other related discipline plus three (3) years working experience as HR Manager or Manager in any related disciplines with at least two (2) years in managing the HRIS function and in possession of Advanced Computer Literacy
OR
BA Degree in HRM/HRD/Industrial Psychology or any of the following social sciences: plus four (4) years relevant experience as HR Manager with at least two (2) years in managing the HRIS function and in possession of Advanced Computer Literacy.
Other necessary skills/competencies
1. Managerial experience
2. Knowledge of Basic principles of HRM and rules and regulation governing the civil service in HR.
3. Advanced Computer literacy
4. Leadership skills
5. Strategic
6. Action orientation
7. Communication
8. Persuasiveness
Applications should be made on the relevant forms i.e. G. P. 103 for first appointment, G.P 104 for serving officers, accompanied by up-to-date correctly filled performance appraisal forms, certified document of National Identification-ID (not passports) and must be addressed to:
THE PRINCIPAL SECRETARY
MINISTRY OF COMMUNICATIONS, SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
P. O. BOX 36
3rd FLOOR MOPOSO HOUSE MASERU- 100
Or hand delivered to the Human Resource Office, Moposo House 3rd floor. The closing date for submission of applications is the 16th April 2021.