Senior Administrative Officer (HR Strategic)

Fiji Govt; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental agency in Fiji is seeking an HR professional to support efficient human resource activities. Responsibilities include formulating HR policies, facilitating audit compliance, and developing best practices. The ideal candidate should have at least five years of HR experience and strong interpersonal skills. Commitment to fostering an equitable workplace is essential.

Qualifications

• At least five years experience in Human Resources activities.
• Working knowledge of relevant laws and policies.
• Ability to provide sound policy advice for decision making.

Responsibilities

• Formulate and review Human Resources policies.
• Facilitate audit queries and compliance with regulations.
• Develop and monitor HR best practices.

Skills

Analyzing and solving complex issues

Leading and organizing activities

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Service-oriented approach

Job description

The position supports the efficient and effective delivery of human resource activities within the Ministry to assist in the achievement of the Departments strategic objectives and goals.

Key Responsibilities

The position will achieve its purpose through the following:

1. Formulation and review of the Human Resources policies including Occupational, Health and Safety, Disciplinary and Standard Operation Procedures in line with the relevant Civil Services Guideline and legislations;

2. Formulation and review of the Corporate Services Costed Operational Plan, Business Plan, Individual Work Plans, Job Descriptions including for all Departmental positions within the Ministry;

3. Facilitate the process of audit queries including Health and Safety, Workmen’s Compensation, Disciplinary matters and its compliance to standard rules and regulations;

4. Provide quality and timely advice to Management and Staff within on matters relating to Human Resources policies and procedures and ensure grievances, discipline and diminished performance management issues are investigated, recorded and managed confidentially and professionally;

5. Develop, implement, monitor and evaluate Human Resources best practices for Corporate Services in line with Business Improvement and Service Excellence program;

6. Develop and conduct awareness and evaluation on current Corporate Services Business Plan aligning to the Costed Operational Plan of the Ministry, Human Resources policies including Disciplinary and Health and Safety processes in bringing about effectiveness and efficiency. and

7. Actively contribute to all corporate requirements of the Ministry, including planning, budgeting and selection activities when required.

Knowledge & Experience

1. At least five (5) years’ experience in Human Resources activities;
2. Working knowledge of the Fiji Constitution, Employment Relations Promulgation and related policies, Civil Service Guidelines and how these functions contribute to the achievement of organization goals;
3. Ability to provide sound policy advise for quality decision making;
4. Demonstrated experience in managing and motivating staff at different levels and from different backgrounds and experience.

Skills & Abilities

1. Demonstrated ability to analyze and solve complex issue.
2. Demonstrated ability to lead, plan and organize activities, projects and work cooperatively within a team environment
3. Sound communication, interpersonal and representational skills
4. Capacity to utilize computer programs to support the operations of complex organization.
5. Service oriented approach, with a commitment to supporting the operational/ corporate environment of the organization.

Additional Information

Personal Character and Eligibility

Applicants for employment in the Ministry of Public Works, Meteorological Services and Transport must be Fijian Citizens, under Age of sixty (60) in sound health, with a clear police record. The successful applicant will be required to provide a medical certificate and police clearance as a condition of employment.

The Ministry Public Works, Meteorological Services and Transport is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Applicants are encouraged from all eligible, qualified applicants. All applicants must address the specific knowledge, experience, skills and abilities required for the job as these criteria will be considered in assessing the relative suitability of applicants.

Contact Information

For more information please contact the HR Team on 3384-111.