DIRECTOR HUMAN RESOURCES – OFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY-GENERAL 138 views

VACANCY NOTICES

The Office of the Attorney-General is established in terms of Section 114 of the Constitution of Zimbabwe with the function s:-
(a> To act as the principal legal adviser to the Government:
(b) To represent the Government in civil and constitutional proceedings;
(c) To draft legislation on behalf of the Government
(d > To promote, protect and uphold the rule of law and to defend the public interest; and
(e) lb exercise any other functions that may be assigned to the Attorney- General by an Act of Pa rliament.
Subsequently the Attomey-Generars Office Ad (Chapter 7:19) statutised the Office to become a statutory body with a Board whose fundions shall be ‘to ensure the well-being and good administration of the Office and its maintenance in a high state of efficiency.” During the exercise of its functions the Board shal not be subject to the control oc direction of any person or authority, other than for the purpose of audit by the Auditor-General of those funds of the Office that are voted by Parliament or charged on the Consolidated Revenue Fund.
Career opportunities have arisen in the Office of the Attorney General. The Office invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced persons to fill the following vacancies.

Reports to the Secretary.

Responsibilities
a. Participating in the development and implementation of Human Resource policies and strategies aligned with the Office goals and objectives
b. Leading the recruitment and selection process, ensuring effective onboarding of new employees, and overseeing talent management initiatives.
a Developing and implementing policies and procedures to maintain positive employee relations, handling employee grievances, and ensuring compliance with labour law.
d. Designing and implementing performance management systems, providingguidance to mana gers on employeeperformance issues, and oversea ng the performance appraisal process.
e. Identifying training needs, developing training programmes and coadinating employee development activities to enhance skills and knowledge.
f. Overseeing the design and administration of compensation and benefits programmes, ensuring market competitiveness and managing employee benefits packages
g. Ensuring compliance with employment laws, maintaining Human Resource records and managing employee data privacy and security.
h. Developing HR metrics to assess the effectiveness of Human Resource programmes and initiatives and providing repats and recom mendatio ns to the Secretary.
i. Leading the Human Resource team, providing guidance and mentorship to Human Resource staff and fosterng a culture of continuousimprovement and employee development

Qualifications, experience and attributes:
a) A first degree n Human Resources or any Sooal Soence related degree.
b) Apostgraduate qualification in a related field.
c) 5 years’ experience in Human Resources management at a senior level.
d) In-deplh knowledge of Human Resources policies, procedures and best practices, as well as a strong understanding of employment law is necessary.
e) Familiarity with Human Resource technology systems and analytics is also an added advantage.
f) The ability to think strategically and align Human Resource initiatives with Office goals and objectives iscrucial for success in th is role.
g) Strong leadership and interpersonal skills are necessary to effectively manage the Human Resources team, collaborate with other departments and influence stakeholders at all levels of the agamzalion.
h) Excellent communication and negotiation skills are vital for building relationships, resolving conflicts and influencing positive change within the Office.
0 Possession of strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to address complex Human Resource issues and provide innovative solutions.
j) High ethical standards and the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information