Human Resources Manager at Deloitte

Job Purpose

The Human Resource Manager will oversee and coordinate the day-to-day activities of the HR department. He/she will manage and administer the human resources strategy, policies and procedures of the school. 

Qualifications

Core Responsibilities 

• Coordinate and drive the implementation of recruitment strategies and plans to identify, select, hire and retain the best talent to meet the school’s manpower needs
• Liaise with the various functional heads to plan and forecast the school’s workforce requirements
• Periodically track, monitor and recommend updates to the school’s organisation structure, manning levels and job descriptions
• Coordinate all matters relating to employee appointments and promotion
• Identify employee learning and development requirements and establish programs to bridge identified gaps
• Coordinate and drive the implementation of the school’s performance management and appraisal system to ensure it is objective, equitable, transparent and merit-driven
• Assist the school's management in defining, developing and implementing appropriate strategies for managing employee reward and recognition systems
• Oversee the administration of employee welfare and compensation package (pension, medical, insurance and other benefits)
• Ensure accurate and timely payroll processing
• Promote a conducive working climate by maintaining effective relationships with employees to understand and manage their needs and concerns, consistent with the school’s goals
• Oversee and coordinate accurate maintenance and updates of staff records and database
• Manage and resolve staff disciplinary issues, grievances and appeals
• Ensure compliance with all government and HR policies
• Keep abreast of all recent employment policies and advise the management accordingly
• Prepare and submit periodic activity/management reports to the Principal on HR activities
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the Principal

Education and Work Experience

• First degree or its equivalent in any discipline, preferably in any of the humanities
• Postgraduate/professional qualification (e.g. Master's in Human Resource Management, Chartered Institute of Personnel Development Certification or Chartered Institute of Personnel Management (CIPM).
• Minimum of Ten (10) years relevant experience, of which at least three (3) must have been in a managerial capacity.
• Proficiency in the use of Sage HR software.

Competencies and Skills

• Good understanding of the operations of an educational institution.
• Ability to think strategically and holistically and to appreciate the systematic impact of various policies, practices, issues and solutions on various stakeholders within the School
• Maturity and tact, including the ability to relate with various categories of people
• Strong mentoring and supervisory skills
• Good negotiation and influencing skills
• Good communication and interviewing skills