DEPUTY REGISTRAR- HUMAN RESOURCES (1 POST) – NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY

NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY

DEPUTY REGISTRAR- HUMAN RESOURCES (1 POST)

Registrar’s Department

The National University of Science and Technology invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced persons for the post of Deputy Registrar – Human Resources that has arisen at the University.

Reporting to the Registrar, the Deputy Registrar – Human Resources is the head of Human Resources whose mandate is to provide strategic advice, guidance and leadership across the institution on all aspects of Human Resources management and ensure that HR policies and procedures are legally compliant and guided by best practice.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and implement Human Resources strategies in line with the University’s strategy policies;
• Update and modernise human resources policies and procedures with regard to recruitment and selection, promotion, employment relations, remuneration, conditions of service and retention of talent;
• Coordinate the recruitment and selection of applicants with Departmental Chairpersons and Heads of Departments;
• Lead the process of performance management system and coordinate performance appraisals;
• Coordinate the development and implementation of a robust Human Resources Information System;
• Provide advice and guidance on staff discipline, grievance handling and compliance with statutes and regulations;
• Coordinate training, learning and development programmes to support the strategy implementation process by ensuring appropriate human capital capacity; and
• Administer salaries and benefits.

Qualifications and Experience

The ideal candidate must have a Masters Degree in Human Resources Management or related field plus five (5) years’ post qualification administrative experience in a University setting. An earned PhD/Dphil degree will be an added advantage. Membership of professional body and possession of a professional qualification (like IPMZ diplomas) is a requirement.

Skills and Attributes

This is a senior position that requires a mature, hardworking, and reliable Human Resources generalist with all round experience, ability to operate at a strategic level, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, ability to draft policies and procedures, ability to conduct training, and expertise in handling legal processes in relation to labour issues. In addition, ability to work independently in resolving human resources issues, knowledge of the Employment Code of Conduct in a University setting, knowledge of payroll software, strong IT skills with demonstrable proficiency in the use of databases and Microsoft programs; and good writing skills are essential.

CONDITIONS OF SERVICE

An attractive package which includes Medical Aid, Leave and Pension Benefits is offered; details of which will be disclosed to shortlisted candidates.