Applications are invited from suitably qualified Ghanaians to fill the position of  General Manager, HR & ADMIN of the Company.

Job purpose:
The General Manager reporting to the Managing Director shall be responsible for the development, implementation and monitoring of the Human Resources management strategies, systems, policies and procedures to create a harmonious industrial and good working climate to attract and retain the requisite skill levels and mix in order to facilitate the achievement of company's business objectives.

Key Responsibilities:
The key responsibilities for the job include:

•  Develop, implement and maintain HR strategies, policies and procedures to promote consistency with regard to terms and conditions of service, resourcing, learning & development in accordance with the business strategy.
•  Monitor and identify manpower requirements and skills mix and make appropriate recommendation to management for implementation.
•  Implement established policies to ensure the recruitment, selection and placement of the right caliber of employees.
•  Provide direction for the review of organisational structures, job analysis, job descriptions/ specifications and job evaluation.
•  Develop and support the implementation of succession planning and effective Talent Management systems.
•  Establishment / maintenance of effective record keeping and management system to ensure easy accessibility and retrieval of HR data/ information.
•  Review and analyse salary/benefits survey of comparator organisations and design compensation and benefit packages to aid Management/Board in decision-making.
•  Liaise with the HSSE division to implement effective health and safety practices for all employees to ensure compliance with all health and safety legislation and best practice.
•  Provide advice on employment laws, regulations and practices and monitor to ensure conformance.
•  Develop policies and programmes to manage the employee relations processes to ensure grievance and disciplinary issues are resolved as quickly as practicable to promote fair and consistent treatment of staff.
•  Provide leadership and proactive engagement by working with Heads of Business Units/Departments to identify specific training needs.
•  Develop Performance Management Systems and co-ordinate the implementation of the system; ensuring the sustenance of a performance oriented culture.

Qualification Required & Experience

Education and Experience:

•  A University degree in Social Sciences or related field plus post degree qualification in Human Resources Management with 10 years experience (with at least three years in senior management position).
•  Candidate membership with Institute of Human Resource Management Practitioners (IHRMP) would be an added advantage.

Knowledge and Skills:

•  In-depth knowledge of Labour Laws and regulations
•  Knowledge of Strategic Management, particularly Strategic Human Resources Management.
•  Knowledge of the HR Management System, in particular, Human Resources Planning, Career and Succession Planning, Performance Management System, Compensation and Benefits, Industrial Relations, etc.
•  In-depth knowledge of Management Development Practices.
•  Strong negotiation and conflict management skills.
•  Excellent oral and written communication skills.
•  Ability to develop and maintain strong professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders and work effectively with all categories of employees.
•  Knowledge in the use of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel and other HR software and tools.

How To Apply For The Job

Interested and eligible applicants are required to submit the following:

•  Application, curriculum vitae (CV) indicating three (3) referees to provide credible evidence of the applicant's professional competencies.
•  Supporting documents which demonstrate their capability and evidence of the qualifications.
•  One - page summary of their vision for the HR & Admin Department on an A4 size paper using Times New Roman 12 font size and single spacing.

The address for submission of the above documents is as follows:

The Managing Director
Tema Oil Refinery (TOR) Limited
Post Office Box CO 599
Tema

Closing Date:  05 November, 2012