The West Africa Examinations Council, a sub-regional organization responsible for the conduct of a variety of examinations in Nigeria, Ghana, Sierra Leone, of the five countries  the English-speaking West African countries.

Description Of Job

The West African Examinations Council, a sub-regional organisation responsible for the conduct of a variety of examinations, in the English-speaking West African countries, invites applications from suitably qualified persons to fill a vacant position at its Headquarters in Accra, Ghana.

As a Human Resources Officer, the candidate must have a clear understanding of human resources core objectives in HR management and development and should also have the ability to provide strategic HR support to the various offices of the Council.

Duties and Responsibilities:

•  Assisting in the formulation and implementation of HR policies and programmes
•  Assisting in the handling of staff development and management issues
•  Coordinating of all HR matters relating to employees' records
•  Coordinating of staff performance management processes
•  Preparation of HRM reports
•  Any other duties that may be assigned

Qualification Required & Experience

•  The qualified applicant must possess a Bachelor of Arts or Science degree. A Masters Degree in Human Resources Management will be an added advantage
•  The eligible applicant must have at least three years post qualification work experience in a reputable institution
•  He/she must have the knowledge and understanding in handling and implementing HR policies and procedures
•  Applicant should be a qualified HR professional with certification by relevant professional institute
•  Applicant should not be more than forty years

Eligible applicants must:

•  Have strong background and knowledge in all key human resource management and development domains;
•  Have high proficiency in computer applications (e.g. Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint and Internet skills;
•  Be self motivated, have ability to write good reports and analyse staff investigation reports;
•  Be willing to work extra hours;
•  Have good interpersonal skills, be a team player, be able to work with little or no supervision and have good writing, analytical and communication skills

How To Apply For The Job

Applicants may download Application Forms from the Council's website at the following address: www.waecheadquartersgh.org. The downloaded Form should be completed and saved as a WORD DOCUMENT ONLY and forwarded to the following email address:

waechqrs@africaonline.com.gh

Closing Date: 12 October, 2012

Please note: Completed application form should NOT be sent in scanned or ipeg format

Attention: Deputy Director, HRM