Human Resources Manager

AI overview

Lead the HR department by implementing recruitment strategies, managing employee relationships, and overseeing comprehensive welfare and compensation systems within an educational context.

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.

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