Principal Human Resource Management and Development Officer I at Wildlife Research and Training Institute (WRTI)

ADVERT REF. NO. WRTI/04/2026

 Job Purpose

Oversee the effective management of human resource function to drive the Institute’s capability and operational excellence in line with best practices, relevant employment legislations.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinate the development, implementation and review of policies, strategies, regulations, guidelines, standards and procedures on human resource and development;
• Advise on matters pertaining to human resource management and development;
• Spearhead human resource training and development programmes;
• Coordinate the development, implementation and review of staff performance management system;
• Administer employee benefits and remuneration;
• Manage industrial relations issues and welfare of staff;
• Coordinate the preparation of human resource plans and succession management strategies;
• Manage staff disciplinary process and grievances;
• Ensure staff mental wellness is prioritized and well taken care of;
• Recommend performance improvement strategies that are adaptive to changing environment and technology;
• Manage counselling services;
• Implement organizational development and change management initiatives;
• Develop and manage staff welfare schemes such as Group Personal Life and accident, medical or insurance schemes;
• Develop and maintain the Human Resource Management Information System; and 
• Ensure compliance with human resource statutory and regulatory requirements.

Requirements for Appointment
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: -

• Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following disciplines: - Human Resource Management, Business Administration/Management (Human Resource Management option) or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
• Master’s Degree in any of the following disciplines: - Human Resource Management, Human Resource Development, Business Administration/ Management (Human Resource Management Option) or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Cumulative service period of twelve (12) years relevant work experience, three (3) of which should have been at the level of Principal Human Resource Management Officer II or in a comparable position
• Certified Human Resource Professional (CHRP);
• Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Membership to a professional body in good standing where applicable;
• Proficiency in computer applications; and
• Demonstrated a high degree of professional competence and administrative capability as reflected in work performance and results.