Director- Human Resources at Shining Hope For Communities

Job Purpose

To be responsible for ensuring the overall administration, coordination and evaluation of human resources plans and programs are conducted in a manner that allows proper implementation of SHOFCO’s strategy and objectives.

Position Objectives and Responsibilities

• Develop the HR department strategy, goals and objectives aligned with the overall organizational strategy
• Develop annual budgets for the HR function in conjunction with institutional managers, and ensuring adherence to set budget targets throughout the year.
• Define and develop the organizational culture.
• Develop and administer the human resources policies and procedures that relate to SHOFCO’s personnel.
• Support current and future business needs through the development, engagement, motivation and preservation of human capital.
• Oversee the organization-wide performance management process and structured reviews
• Conduct organization-wide training needs assessment and identify skills gaps from analysis of performance appraisals.
• Lead the selection, recruitment and on-boarding of senior level and administration staff in consultation with the institutional managers.
• Manage staff compensation and benefit schemes including oversight in payroll, medical, pension and other welfare activities.
• Develop and maintain a human resources system that meets top management information needs.
• Provide advisory support to the group functional leaders on human resource matters affecting the operations of the institution.
• Maintain proper employee relations while adhering to all labour laws and providing staff with a safe and healthy working environment.
• Oversee the analysis, maintenance and communication of records required by law and other departments in SHOFCO.
• Identify legal requirements and government reporting regulations affecting HR functions and ensure policies, procedures and reporting are compliant.
• Regularly review and update HR policies and procedures.
• Oversee leave management and regularly analyse leave records to ensure compliance to all legislation pertaining to all types of leave.
• Nurture a positive working environment while empowering and motivating departmental team members and ensuring efficient execution of responsibilities.

Education, Experience and Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Organizational Behaviour, Management and Leadership or any other related field
• Higher National Diploma in Human Resource Management

Professional Qualifications

• Certified Human Resource Professional (CHRP).

More requirements

• 8-10 years’ experience working in the Human Resources department with at least three (3) of these at management level.
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
• Experience working with human resource information management systems

Functional Skills

• Strategic vision / comprehensive understanding of businesses and organizational needs
• Superior Interpersonal negotiation and conflict resolution skills
• Behavioural Competencies/Attributes
• Leadership acumen / leadership strength
• Integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality