World Vision International is a Christian Relief, Development and Advocacy organization dedicated to working with children, families and their communities worldwide to reach their full potential by tackling the causes of poverty and injustice. for over three decades, World Vision has been working with rural communities in all the 10 Administrative Regions of Ghana to provide portable water, promote sanitation and hygiene practices, quality education, particularly at the basic level, enhance food security and respond to disasters.

Job Summary

World Vision Ghana (WVG) is looking for a highly qualified, proactive, motivated and resourceful person to fill the above position.

Job Grade: HAY14
Annual Salary: GH¢22,334 + Benefits

Purpose of the position:
Provides support for the People & Culture function within the base and guidance to the Base & ADPs/Projects Managers in the interpretation & application of terms and conditions of service to all employees in the areas of human resources management, employee relations, staff development, career management & empoyees' welfare. Communicate World Vision's ethos and values as well as demonstrate an example to others.

Major Responsibilities:

•  Employee Relations
Support the Base Operations Team (ADPs and Projects) in handling and managing employee relations matters, behaviours and issues in close coordination with P&C National Office managers. - Immediately
Report on any Employee Relations incident as per the ER protocols
•  Reporting
Submit monthly, semi-annual and annual Base & ADP People & Culture Report
Submit a quarterly report on the administration and management of the internship/national services personnel programs within their respective areas of operations to the P&C Manager/L&D
•  Learning & Development
Collate learning and development needs within the Base and ADPs for incorporation into the annual learning & development operational plan
Monitor and report staff who have participated and benefitted from the annual training plan for P&C Manager/L&D records
•  Performance Management
Provide the required coaching and support for new hires and ensure probationary reviews are completed on a timely manner and results and recommendations are communicated properly to the concerned parties
Work with Base and ADP staff to complete contract appraisals for contract staff and support contract renewal/separation processes in close coordination and within the guidelines and approvals of the OBTL and P&C Director
•  Employee Welfare
Liaise with Base Office and ADPs in the administration of various types of leaves as: annual and sick leave and ensure all leaves are properly kept within Our People system
Support staff welfare and social activities at the Base & ADPs level
•  Risk Management and Controls
Ensure emloyee files are accurate and well managed and always kept under lock and key
Responsible for People & Culture information management system (PCIS) at the base & ADPs. Ensure data is always accurate and up-to-date
•  Networking
Promote effective networks within WV through effective communication, relationships and twin citizenship
Liaise properly with external agencies such as but not limited to social security unit labor office, tax office, and other local authorities. Ensure they reflect the right organizational image for all stakeholders
•  Leadership/Strategic Management
Ensure effective implementation of people & culture initiatives at the base & ADPs in close coordination with P&C Director
•  Induction and Orientation
Ensure new hires are properly oriented at the beginning of their assignment and conduct annual orientation update to exisiting staff at the base and ADP level
•  Internship
Ensure the hiring and selection of interns/national service personnel are within the established guidelines and selection criteria and the request has been approved by the ADP Manager and OBTL
Ensure the Terms of Reference (TOR) is properly drafted and communicated with the interns/NSP so that both parties will have a clear understanding of the roles and responsibilities as well as the expected outcomes
Office Administration
Ensure the Base Office is adequately managed - type, receive and send correspondence, photocopying, provision of protocol and guest relations
Ensure daily cleanliness of the office and other facilities and timely maintenance of office equipment
Manage the stores at the Operations Base - procurement of office logistics, tracking stocks and issuing of supplies

Qualification Required & Experience

Job Specification:

•  Bachelor degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, General Management or any other related field
•  3 years of experience in human resources position
•  Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to take and lead new initiatives
•  Good communications and mediations
•  Good organizational skills with an ability to set priorities and meeting the required deadlines
•  Team player with a caring personality to adhere to staff care needs

Location: Bolgatanga

How To Apply For The Job

Interested applicants who meet the above criteria should send their application letters and CV quoting only the job title as the subject to:

ghana@wvi.org

Closing Date:  02 May, 2013

As as Child focused organisation, World Vision is committed to the protection of children and does not employ people whose background is not suitable for working with children. All employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of all applicable background checks, including criminal record checks where possible. WV is an equal opportunity employer. Women are highly encouraged to apply.