Job Purpose:

•   To identify and address all Immigration related matters on behalf of TGL in collaboration with Internal and External Stakeholders.
•   Immigration systems and data management champion

Responsibilities / Key Objectives:

•   Ensure that the company’s immigration policies and procedures are applied accordingly.
•   Initiate immigration related matters in accordance with all applicable immigration laws and policies.
•   Deal with written and verbal queries from staff and contractors of Tullow regarding immigration.
•   Maintain an accurate database of all expatriates immigration status
•   Provide regular updates and reports to management.
•   Provide accurate and timely immigration information and advice to staff and any other TGL personnel.
•   Manage correspondence and maintain a database for all expatriate staff.
•   Process work permits at the appropriate time to facilitate ease of travel.
•   Compile and submit annual returns to the Ghana Immigration Service.
•   Any other duties may be assigned depending on the needs of the business.

Qualification Required & Experience

Education & Experience:

•   A Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences/Equivalent. Specialization or a keen interest in Human Resources is preferred.
•   A minimum of 3 years experience in a similar role with a multinational is preferred.
•   A Legal background would be useful.

Technical Skills:

•   Good knowledge of immigration laws in Ghana, ideally with some experience of international immigration laws/issues.
•   Strong customer service orientation and experience of working in customer-focused business settings.
•   Knowledge of local labour laws.
•   Knowledge of HR administrative processes and office management systems.
•   Strong analytical and organisational skills.
•   Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
•   Ability to communicate well verbally.
•   Great written communication skills.
•   Commitment to ongoing learning & development.

Business Skills:

•   Ability to handle confidential information at all times.
•   Ability to think logically and a quick learner.
•   Ability to take the initiative, prioritize and multitask.
•   Accuracy and attention to detail.
•   Strong Interpersonal Skills and a Relationship Builder.
•   Experience of working in a high pressured fast-paced environment.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested and qualified candidates should

Click Here To Apply Online

Closing Date: 18 August, 2014

Our philosophy is to bring people into Tullow with whom we can build a strong, mutually beneficial and lasting relationship. We strive to recruit the best candidate for any position in Tullow and this goal is underpinned by our attractive market-based remuneration and employment policies