Ministry of Land and Legal Affairs
Port of Spain
Job Description
The incumbent is required to plan, organize and supervise the activities of a professional and other staff involved in interpreting and implementing Human Resource Management (HRM) policies, procedures, rules and regulations. Duties include participating in the development of the Ministry's/Department's HRM programmes and projects; supervising the preparation and delivery of training programmes; reviewing and making recommendations for revisions of HRM policies and procedures; undertaking the more complex work assignments; and representing the Ministry/Department at meetings with recognized associations/unions and other Ministries/Departments.
Key and Critical Responsibilities
- Plans, organizes and supervises the work of a group of professional staff engaged in the implementation of HRM policies, procedures, rules and regulations. <div>- Participates in and provides significant input into the formulation and management of the Ministry's/Departments HRM programmes and projects to support its overall strategic business objectives; and determines strategies and procedures for implementation. </div><div>- Participates and makes recommendations in respect of the Ministry's/Departments strategic planning and change management processes. </div><div>- Provides advice and guidance regarding the interpretation and application of HRM policies, procedures, rules and regulations. </div><div>- Formulates training programmes in consultation with line managers and coordinates the activities of staff engaged in the development, execution and evaluation of training programmes. </div><div>- Serves as a resource person at training courses, seminars and workshops on HRM. </div><div>- Trains, coaches and mentors staff to ensure effective job performance. </div><div>- Develops and coordinates employees orientation, induction and exit programmes of the Ministry/Department. </div><div>- Reviews and analyzes reports, proposals, draft Cabinet/Ministerial Notes, circulars and other documents submitted by staff supervised in order to assess quality and accuracy of content and makes appropriate recommendations. </div><div>- Undertakes the more complex work assignments including the preparation of Cabinet/Ministerial Notes, internal notes and other documents and submits reports and/or recommendations as required. </div><div>- Reviews client feedback, trends and existing HRM policies and procedures and recommends revision or the development of new policies and procedures. </div><div>- Consults as necessary with Central HRM Agencies to obtain advice and guidance on the interpretation and application of HRM policies, procedures, and legislation. </div><div>- Provides feedback to the Central HRM Agencies on the operationalization of HRM policies and procedures. </div><div>- Participates in or presides over meetings and discussions with representative of Ministries/Departments, recognized associations/unions in respect of grievances, negotiations and other matters related to HRM. </div><div>- Supervises the implementation of the performance management system in the Ministry/Department in order to ensure that activities are accomplished effectively and in a timely manner. </div><div>- Participates in the preparation of the budgetary estimates of the HRM Division and staffing reports of the Ministry/Department. </div><div>- Represents the Ministry/Department on committees and at meetings and other fora as required. </div><div>- Performs related work as required.</div>
Key Competencies
<b><u>KNOWLEDGE: </u></b><div>&nbsp;- Considerable knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques of HRM. </div><div>&nbsp;- Considerable knowledge of government policies, procedures, rules and regulations related to human resource management. </div><div>&nbsp;- Considerable legislation of Public Service legislation, rules, policies and procedures. </div><div>&nbsp;- Knowledge of research methodologies, principles and techniques. </div><div>&nbsp;- Knowledge of national labour laws and regulations, collective and other agreements and policies in respect to daily rated employees. </div><div>&nbsp;- Knowledge of the principles and methods of strategic planning and project management.</div><div><br></div><div> </div><div><b><u>SKILLS AND ABILITIES: </u></b></div><div>&nbsp;- Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite. </div><div>&nbsp;- Skills in the use of personal computers. </div><div>&nbsp;- Ability to use e-Government technology platforms. </div><div>&nbsp;- Ability to use the internet for research purposes. </div><div>&nbsp;- Ability to plan, organize and supervise/lead a group of professional and other support staff engaged in HRM activities. </div><div>&nbsp;- Ability to analyze and evaluate data and trends and make informed recommendations. </div><div>&nbsp;- Ability to solve complex problems and make decisions within approved policy frameworks. </div><div>&nbsp;- Ability to exercise tact and diplomacy in the performance of duties. </div><div>&nbsp;- Ability to observe and maintain confidentiality in the performance of duties. </div><div>&nbsp;- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. </div><div>&nbsp;- Ability to prepare comprehensive reports and policy briefs. </div><div>&nbsp;- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, other public service employees, representatives of recognized associations/unions and the public.</div><div><br></div><div> </div><div><b><u>MINIMUM EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING: </u></b></div><div>&nbsp;-Minimum of five (5) years experience performing duties in one or more of the functional areas of Human Resource Management. </div><div>&nbsp;- Training as evidenced by the possession of a recognized University degree with core courses in Human Resource Management or post graduate training in HRM.</div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div>