Head, HRM department

ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW 

The National Election Board of Ethiopia (NEBE), re-established by proclamation No. 1133/2011, is the constitutionally mandated body to conduct elections, organize referendum and regulate political parties in Ethiopia. NEBE is working to boost its’ institutional strength with a special focus on enhancement of human resource capacity. Accordingly, NEBE would like to invite applicants for Head, HRM department position who meet the following requirements.

Job Summary

The Head, HRM department is responsible for aligning HR strategy and efforts with the NEBE strategy and mobilizing resources and coordinate activities for achieving HR objectives.

Duties and responsibilities

• Develop HR strategy and organize resources for the effective execution of the strategy.
• Manage and coordinate development and implementation of employee performance management system.
• Ensuring compliance of human resource management activities with NEBE’s HR policies and procedures.
• Coordinate the development of HR policy and procedures
• Lead the implementation of people aspect of changes in NEBE
• Advise department heads and management board on HR related issues
• Lead the implementation of measures and improvement initiatives to realize human resource (HR) operational excellence
• Lead total compensation programs and process development and supervise the implementation
• Develop HR planning strategies and Coordinate HR planning activities and organization design development processes
• Ensure deployment of qualified candidates for various positions within NEBE
• Manage the acquisition, selection and on-boarding of candidates while ensuring fairness, transparency and equal employment opportunity.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations to create a safe and healthy working environment.
• Lead creation of positive and inclusive work culture that encourages employee engagement and well-being
• Provide training and professional development opportunities for staff to enhance their skills and knowledge.
• Develop initiatives to promote employee engagement, satisfaction, and well-being, recognizing the importance of a healthy work-life balance.
• Identify and nurture high-potential employees for future leadership roles through succession planning
• Establish procedures for resolving conflicts and handling employee grievances in a fair and timely manner
• Reinforce ethical principles and professional conduct standards for all the NEBE staff.

Processes to manage 

• Manage HR functional areas (development and administration)
• Provide direct support and coaching to subordinates
• Set objectives and evaluate performance of HR processes
• Prepare annual plan and budget for the HR activities and processes
• Prepare periodic report of the HR processes
• Control all HR related policy and procedures implementations and practices in NEBE (Check for compliance)