HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER – MANPOWER AND DEVELOPMENT – Regional Judicial and Legal Services Commission

VACANCY 

The Regional Judicial and Legal Services Commission invites
applicants from suitably qualified applicants for the following
positions at the Caribbean Court of Justice:
1. Chief Public Education & Protocol Officer (On Contract)
2. Human Resources Officer-Manpower and Development
Job Description and Application form are available on the website below: https://ccj.org/vacancies/ccj-vacancies/

All applicants must download, complete the Application-Form and upload your completed application form to the right of this page.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position Title: HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER – Manpower and Development

Department: Human Resources
Unit: N/A
Reports Directly To: Chief Human Resources Officer
Reports Indirectly To: N/A

Position Objective:
To perform various professional/administrative and human resource management functions related to the organization’s manpower and succession planning, performance management system and staff development for the effective functioning of the Court and Commission.

Key Responsibilities and Duties:
Performance Management

• Assists managers and supervisors with monitoring performance against the Operational Plans by following-up on planned review requirements.
• Facilitates members of the PBMS Management Team in their role of assisting with implementation and operation of the system.
• Issues requests and reminders for the conduct of performance reviews for employees; including those on probation.
• Assist the Human Resources Manager with the management of periodic performance evaluation exercises in keeping with the Courts policy, to ensure objectives are met.
• Tracks the progress of performance appraisal exercises, ensures receipt of evaluations for all employees and participates in the analysis of the data.
• Processes performance appraisal appeals in keeping with the Performance Based Management System (PBMS) Policies and Procedures and facilitates reviews.
• Facilitates staff representation in keeping with the PBMS Policies and Procedures and Staff Regulations.
• Analyses and summarizes the results of appraisals for decision making in regard to training, recognition, promotions, transfers, succession planning and disciplinary actions.

Training and Development

• Liaises with managers and supervisors on the training needs of staff.
• Researches, presents proposals and participates in the development and implementation of a Training & Development Plan for the Court and the RJLSC Secretariat which addresses their current and future needs.
• Assists the Human Resources Manager with the development of syllabuses and faculties for training and development programmes and related budgets.
• Assists in the delivery of development/performance training and continuous review of the system to ensure that it is current.
• Contributes towards and participates in the roll out and training of managers on any new or revised human resource management systems and processes introduced.
• Liaises with managers and supervisors to monitor the impact of training and development initiatives and makes recommendations for desired outcomes.

Information Management and Documentation

• Collates orientation packages, arranges the logistics and participates in the orientation of new staff, as may be required.
• Develops and maintains HR Development databases, and related employee and department files, in both electronic and manual formats in a secured and confidential manner.
• Participates in the development, review and enforcement of related human resource management policies, procedures and processes as required and recommends improvements.
• Prepares drafts of Commission Notes, letters, memoranda, proposals, reports and e-mails, as required.
• Reviews data in the automated HR Systems and informs managers and supervisors of anomalies for their attention.

Other

• Participates in strategic planning and goal setting for the Department.
• Ensures that the Human Resource Department is effectively managed and that the systems and procedures are full responsive to the needs of the Court and staff.
• Assists in the preparation of the biennial budget for the CCJ, RJLSC and the Department.
• Participates in group and individual meetings to promote open communication, including timely sharing of relevant information, for the efficient operation of the Department.
• Investigates and responds to enquiries and complaints from Judges, Management, Staff and external parties.
• Follows-up on the implementation of decisions from the Commission or as directed by the Human Resources Manager.
• Participates in the orientation of new staff members.
• Assists with the planning, organizing and execution of projects and Court events.
• Serves on committees as required.
• Responds to routine enquiries as appropriate.
• Performs any other related duties as assigned from time to time.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Sound knowledge of all areas of human resource management, and its principles, policies and practices including Human Resources Information System(s).
• Good knowledge of current labour legislation and regulations.
• Good knowledge of research techniques.
• Working knowledge of modern office practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of Process Mapping, Survey Development and Analysis.
• Knowledge of the CARICOM region and its Court Structure.
• Knowledge of Court procedures and Court protocols.
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication (oral and written) and presentation skills
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills; detailed oriented.
• Excellent customer service and telephone etiquette skills.
• Proficiency in use of the Microsoft Office Suite of programmes, including Word, Excel and Access.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct research, gather data, analyze information, and prepare effective, accurate, and timely reports and other documents to support development objectives.
• Demonstrated ability in planning and implementing short, medium and long-range development initiatives.
• Ability to efficiently manage time, multi-task and function effectively in a fast paced and demanding environment.
• Ability to work in a team, and demonstrate the highest level of professional integrity, respect, patience and diplomacy for colleagues and others.
• Ability to work in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.
• Ability to use initiative appropriately on the job.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times

Internal Relations:
Liaises with:
• Judges
• All Managers and Staff
• RJLSC Secretariat

External Relations:
Liaises with:
• Educational/Training Institutions
• Caterers
• Hotels
• Airlines
• Professional HR Management Bodies
• Consultants

Minimum Education and Experience

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Management
• Professional Certification in HR Development and Training
• Four (4) years working experience in the Human Resource Management field with at least two (2) years in a Training and Development position.
• Working experience with automated Human Resource Management System.

BASE SALARY: US$2,825.13 (Free of Tax)

APPLICATION-FORM

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Job Category: CCJ
Job Type: Full Time
Job Location: Trinidad