The HR manager guides and manages the overall provision of HR services and programs for the entire non-profit organisation. The major areas are:

? Recruiting and staffing
? Organisational planning
? Performance management and improvement systems
? Organisational development
? Compensation and benefits administration
? Employment and compliance to regulatory concerns
? Employee training and development
? Employee relations and wellness
? Company employee communication
? Policy development and documentation
? Volunteer programme
? Employee services and counselling

The HR manager originates and leads HR practices and objectives that will provide an employee orientated, high performance culture that emphasises retention and development, empowerment, quality, productivity and standards, goal attainment, and the recruitment and ongoing development of an effective and efficient workforce.

The HR manager reports to the CEO and serves on the management committee ( MANCO) team, assisting and advising about general and strategic HR issues.

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

? Preferably a minimum of an HR Diploma with at least 10 years experience OR a degree in HR/Labour relations (or related degree).
? A minimum of 5 - 8 years experience in an HR position, preferably at a supervisory or managerial level.
? Training in employment law, compensation, organisational planning and development, employee relations and training.
? An added advantage would be active affiliation with HR networks and organisations.

SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE

? Broad knowledge and experience in employment law, compensation, organisational planning and development, employee relations, training and development.
? Experience in the administration of benefits and compensation programs.
? Evidence of the practice of a high level of confidentiality.
? Excellent interpersonal and coaching skills... a people’s person.
? Demonstrated ability to serve as a successful participant on the management team that provides organisation leadership and direction.
? Excellent oganisational skills.
? Above average oral and communication skills.
? Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with the members of the board.
? Excellent computer skills in a Microsoft Windows environment. Must include Excel and skills in database management and record keeping.