DIRECTOR, HUMAN RESOURCES

FINANCE & ADMINISTRATION DIVISION

DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES

VACANCY NO: IRC 651

DIRECTOR, HUMAN RESOURCES

The University of Botswana seeks to recruit a Director in the Human Resource Department to plan, organize, manage and coordinate the provision of Human Resource Management.

Requirements

Key Performance Areas

• Ensure that vacancies are filled expeditiously.
• Review and update Human Resource policies and procedures.
• Effective management of grievances and disputes.
• Compliance with terms and conditions of employment and laid down Human Resource procedures.
• Prudent management of the Human Resource budget.
• Maintenance of accurate Human Resource statistics and forecasts.

Duties: The successful candidate will be expected to play a key role in the Management and Development of Human Resources in the University. This includes the formulation and implementation of Human Resources Strategies and Policies, management of Industrial Relations, Training and Development and providing services and professional advice that will ensure that the University is staffed with appropriately qualified, experienced, productive, and motivated personnel in all areas. The Director shall be responsible for the overall management of the Human Resources Department.

Requirements: Applicants should have: (i) minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences or related areas; (ii) Candidates with a Master’s Degree in Human Resources Management or related areas may have an edge; (iii) at least seven years work experience in Human Resource Management at a senior level; (iv) detailed knowledge and experience in Botswana’s Labour law and practice; (v) strong interpersonal, communications and leadership skills; (vi) an innovative management style.

Benefits

Remuneration: The University of Botswana offers a competitive salary and benefits commensurate with experience and qualifications. For more information on the University, please visit our website; www.ub.bw

Closing date and application instructions

Applicants are to address the stated qualifications and provide other information to assist the University determine their suitability for the position. They should also quote the vacancy number of the post applied for, provide current CVs (including telephone, telefax and e-mail), certified copies of educational certificates and transcripts, names and addresses of three referees, and send complete documentation to: The Manager, Appointments and Administration (Academic), University of Botswana, Private Bag 0022, Gaborone, Botswana; Telephone: (+267) 355 5243/ 5594/ 4742/ 2027/ 4155, Fax (+267) 395 9399. Applicants should inform their referee/s to: (i) Quote the Vacancy number and position applied for and (ii) submit their references directly to the above address, before the stipulated.

Hand delivered applications should be submitted to the West Wing of the Administration Building (Block 108), Office 205 or 207: (108/ 205 or 207).

NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Closing Date: 7th April 2016