MANAGER, PERSONNEL & INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS (LEVEL 8

Closing Date: 
12 Oct 2021
Description: 

Applications are invited from suitably qualified individuals for the above-mentioned position in the Directorate of Human Resource Management and Administration

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE:-
•   Bachelor’s Degree in Management Studies, Public 
    Administration or its equivalent qualification 
•   Professional training/certification in Human Resource 
    Management/Personnel Administration
•   Training in Industrial Relations and Labour Laws
•   At least five (5) years experience 

SKILL REQUIREMENTS: -
•   Good interpersonal and communication skills  
•   Good knowledge of personnel policies, procedures and 
    practices
•   Working knowledge of industrial relation practices and 
     employment legislation.
•   Achievement oriented.
•   Highly developed negotiating skills
•   Working knowledge of relevant computer packages and 
     personnel systems.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES 
•   Oversees the daily workflow of the Personnel & IR Unit
•   Manage the daily data entry and reporting from HRMIS
•   Recruit new employees to the Agency within policy guidelines
•   Prepare employee monthly, quarterly and annual staffing 
    reports and statistics 
•   Manage the separation of employees including resignations 
    and retirements
•   Administer employees compensation, benefits and reward 
    schemes in accordance with the Agency’s HR policies and 
    procedures
•   Provide guidance on and administer Disciplinary Procedures
•   Administer Performance Management System to include work 
    planning, performance review, appraisals, personal 
    development plan, competency profile and performance 
    related pay.
•   Provide guidance to all members of staff as it relates to 
    Grievance Procedures.
•   Liaise with Labour Unions and Staff Representatives to foster 
    a good Industrial Relations climate.

Applications should be submitted no later than 
Tuesday, October 12, 2021 and addressed to:
Director, Human Resource Management and Administration
National Works Agency
140 Maxfield Avenue, Kingston 10

Application can be sent via email to: 
career@nwa.gov.jm

The Agency thanks all applicants.  
Only individuals short-listed will be contacted. 

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