Human Resource Business Partner at Pan Ocean Oil Corporation (Nigeria) Limited

Job Purpose:

• The ideal candidate will provide tactical and strategic consulting on people and organization development strategies in support of the business objectives and will carry out responsibilities in the following functional areas: talent acquisition; employee relations consultation; policy interpretation and application, performance, and compensation management consultation; and talent management.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Align Group-wide HR strategy to business strategy
• Partner with the business to assess short and long-term business needs of the business units and provide strategic HR direction to meet their operational business requirements.
• Consult with business stakeholders on an ongoing basis to determine evolving human resource requirements and assist with the development and implementation of responsive, effective and valueadded human resource strategies.
• Provide interpretation and advice regarding Staff policies and collective bargaining agreements.
• Partner with the business on developing talent plans, including succession planning and implementation of staffing projections, development of effective internal and external recruitment and selection procedures and the interpretation of related collective agreement obligations.
• Provide expertise on HR best practices to guide business stakeholders on matters such as performance management
• Partner with the business to develop change management strategies and related targeted communication plans for employees, in support of change initiatives.
• In consultation with the COE, and in partnership with the business, support the effectiveness of the business through the development of specific and general training and development initiatives.
• Provides day-to-day coaching to employees on a variety of HR activities to include employee relations issues, policy interpretation and application; talent management and development; and organizational design consultation
• Acts as change agent to business through process design and approaches that support change and transformation – striving to lead mutual processes to best practice status
• Analyzes trends and metrics in partnership with HR peers to develop solutions, programs, and policies
• Provides day-to-day performance management guidance to line management (e.g. coaching, counselling, career development, disciplinary actions)
• Manage Career development initiatives to improve employee retention
• Manage relationship with NAPIMS, DPR & NNPC (Stakeholders) on HR Budget and Performance for Joint Venture (JV) operations
• Defend and obtain regulatory approval for HR budget and performance from SUBCOM for Joint Venture (JV) operations
• Manage onboarding and offboarding programs and work with all requisite stakeholders to deliver a best-in-class experience for all new employees.

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS (KPI’S)

• HR Budget Optimization for the Asset
• 100% implementation of Resourcing of Key Talents
• 100% implementation of Successor for critical field roles/position
• 100% Training Plans and Recommendation Implementation in line with the Asset Budget.
• 100% compliance with approved policies and processes.
• 100% implementation of Performance Management outcomes
• Develop and sign off all Department’s Manpower plans within agreed timelines.
• Zero (0) % error payroll management
• Zero (0) production days lost to Union disruptions/shutdown/unrest
• 100% Implementation of Succession Planning Policy/Framework

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE

• A bachelor’s degree qualification in social science or any other related courses.
• Minimum of 10years industry experience in related field
• Generalist HR experience within a large and complex organization is required
• Previous experience in a service-oriented industry considered an asset
• Relevant professional qualification is required (CIPM, CIPD, PHRi, SPHRi etc.)
• A strong solution-oriented focus with the ability to interface at all levels of the organization.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and strong presentation skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

REQUIRED SKILLS

• A strong solution-oriented focus, incumbent must be comfortable working in an environment that demands strong, proactive deliverables.
• Must be able to interface at all levels of the organization.
• Experience working in a unionized environment with multiple collective agreements.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to identify and recommend creative solutions.
• Demonstrated ability to work with considerable independence, initiative, and discretion.
• Excellent time management and organization skills, with the proven ability to prioritize based on organizational requirements to meet the demands of the job.
• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills and ability to deal effectively with employees and the public on a diverse range of matters

We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work in a creative and collaborative environment.
• Professional development opportunities.