Salary Range: $ 1,467,234 – $ 1,744,080 per annum
JOB PURPOSE
Under the supervision of the Director, Human Resource Management, the incumbent undertakes staffing duties relating to the recruitment, selection, appointment, promotion and other staffing activities within the Ministry of Health & Wellness.
KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS
Management/Administrative Responsibilities
· Participates in the development of the Unit work plan and prepares individual work plan;
· Checks completed documents to ensure accuracy and compliance with Government of Jamaica Policies and Regulations;
· Ensures that the recruitment/selection processes are implemented;
· .Assists in the updating of the Human Resource Manual;
· Prepares Status Reports on activities performed.
Technical /Professional Responsibilities
· Facilitates the development of circulars for the advertisement of posts;
· Processes correspondence received – letters of application and referrals etc;
· Assists in the conduct of recruitment activities – short-listing, interviews, assessment including assessment centres;
· Conducts post selection activities ensuring that all relevant documents are completed, advise relevant personnel regarding the outcome of selection exercises;
· Prepares and submits request for work permit exemptions to the Ministry of Labour and Social Security for their approval;
· Ensures that Medical Examination Reports and Probationary Reports are completed and forwarded to the HRMC within the specific time required by the Committee;
· Participates in the orientation of new employees;
· Submits recommendations to the Human Resource Manager for submission to the Human Resource Management Committee (HRMC); for promotions and acting appointments of staff;
· Ensures that responses received from the committee are forwarded to the relevant Divisions/Regions for the necessary action to be taken;
· Ensures that all separation matters are satisfactorily settled;
· Issue reminders to heads of division with regards to officers/employees who are acting in clear vacancies and request recommendations indicating their suitability for appointment/promotion;
· Apprises the Human Resource Manager of officers who are acting in clear vacancies, employed in clear vacancies;
· Liaises with relevant divisions for the processing of transfers for staff to or from the division;
· Liaises with the Confidential Registry regarding the preparation of personal files for new employees;
· Prepares recommendation to the Human Resource Management Committee (HRMC) regarding termination and re-engagement of contract officers as well as the recommendation to the Accountant General’s Department for the payment of gratuity;
· Collaborates with the Employee Relations Unit in the investigation of queries and discrepancies relating to appointments as assigned;
· Interprets, assists and advises staff on Human Resource Management Policy and Regulations
· Liaises with the Ministry of Finance and the Public Service, Offices of the Services Commissions and other Government Agencies in order to access necessary information for the Unit;
· Assists in monitoring the operations of Human Resource Management functions in the Regional Health Authorities to ensure adherence to governments polices, regulation and procedures;
Other Responsibilities
· Performs other related duties that may from time to time be assigned.
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES
Core
· Strong presentation, written, oral and communication skills;
· Good human relations and interpersonal skills;
· Excellent planning and time management skills;
· Strong decision-making, critical thinking and problem solving skills;
· Excellent leadership, networking and relationship-building skills;
· Ability to exercise sound judgement and attention to detail;
· Excellent skills in teamwork and cooperation;
· Strong goal/result orientation;
· Excellent integrity/ethics exercised in the performance of duties.
Technical
· Strong knowledge of Government’s regulations and procedures;
· Strong knowledge of Human Resource Management principles and practices;
· Strong knowledge of HR staffing/recruitment policies and procedures
· Knowledge of conflict management and negotiating skills;
· Knowledge of the Ministry’s policies and procedures;
· Proficiency in the use of relevant computer software and computer applications.
MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
· First Degree in Human Resource Management/Public Administration with three (3) years related experience
and
· Training in Government of Jamaica Human Resource Management policies and practices
OR
· Associate Degree in Human Resource Management with six (6) years related experience
and
· Training in Government of Jamaica Human Resource Management policies and practices
· Any other equivalent combination of qualification and experience
Applications with résumés are to be submitted no later than Wednesday, April 6, 2022, to:
Senior Director Human Resource Management & Development
Ministry of Health & Wellness 10A Chelsea Avenue
Kingston 10
jobs@moh.gov.jm
The Ministry of Health & Wellness thanks all applicants for their interest; however, please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.