HR MANAGER

Location:

Monrovia, Other/Not Applicable, LR

Type of contract:Permanent

Posting date:Apr 23, 2024

Job offer reference:172201

HR Manager – Monrovia, Liberia

LOCATION OF ROLE:

Head Office, Monrovia, Liberia

Application deadline:8 may 2024

Type of contract:Permanent

Grade Level:Executive

Position type:Local

REPORTS TO:

Country Chief Executive(hierarchy)

WAF Regional Human Resource Director, based in Abidjan(Functional)

RESPONSIBLE FOR:

The overall management and development of all aspects of HR and Talent

Management for the company, including:

• Recruitment and Selection
• Learning and Development
• Talent Management
• Management of the HR department
• Compensation and Benefits positioning
• Employee Relations

JOB PURPOSE:

The function of this HR Manager role is to shape the performance and development systems for all

employees, designing and supporting the company talent frameworks including performance management, succession planning and workforce/human resource planning whilst guiding and managing Human Resources services for the Company.

The HR Manager will lead all HR practices and objectives that will provide an employee-oriented high

performance culture emphasizing quality, productivity, goal attainment and empowerment and is

responsible for the development of processes and reporting metrics that support the achievement of the Company’s business goals as well as acting as talent expert across the Company.

Working closely with BU Managers to ensure all HR duties are undertaken in accordance with employment law, BV Group policy and ensuring any risk to the business is minimized.

This position is based in Monrovia. However, it will include travels to other operating offices throughout the country with overnight stays on a regular basis.

Job Requirements :

• Advanced university degree (Master’s) in human resources, management, business administration, organizational development, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of relevant and demonstrable experience in the capacity of HR manager
• At least 2 years of work experience in a world class business company would be an advantage
• Up to date knowledge of the country employment/Labor law.
• Ability to process staff monthly payroll is a key requirement
• Solid proficiency in Microsoft Office, SAP/ERP, and other financial planning software.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to liaise with NASSCORP and immigration
• Thorough understanding of Strategic Human Resource Management
• Analytical thinker with strong conceptual and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent report-writing and communication skills.
• Knowledge of French (both written and spoken) would be considered as an asset.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A proven track record of leading the delivery of HR functions to a high standard.
• A proven track record as a HR generalist.
• The ability to originate and lead organizational strategies in HR.
• Experience in developing HR policies and procedures to ensure legal compliance.
• Knowledge and experience of introducing new ideas to improve employee engagement.
• Ability to write and deliver creative, imaginative presentations to colleagues at all levels.
• Experience in talent management, succession planning and development, writing and delivering

training programs appropriate to the needs of employees and the business

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

The role requires a versatile, diverse, and experienced HR generalist who has a proven successful record of leading and delivering all aspects of HR and Training and Development programs with dedication and passion, whilst keeping abreast with changes in employment legislation.

The HR Manager will be a highly confidential individual who will be loyal to the Directors and be able to give a clear picture with full understanding of how each Business Unit is running and what is happening at all levels. The HR Manager will use effective people skills to ensure good relationships with all employees and external contacts at all times. The HR Manager will be responsible for developing and implementing the HR planning of the division and will produce accurate HR reports on a monthly basis in order to provide accurate information to the Country Management and the Regional HR Director. The HR Manager will need to be:

• Energetic/driven
• Tenacious
• Flexible
• Confidential
• Hard working
• Loyal
• Trustworthy
• Strategically Aware
• Of a “team first” orientation – consistently puts the interests of the broader team ahead of their

own personal agenda HR duties

• Develop and implement the HR /TM and People strategies aligned to the business objectives.
• Support and coach the management team on all people leadership matters, including business

change and transformation. Forming strong relationships with the management team to be able to

challenge and coach in a high-performance environment.

• Be responsible for all HR management and development (including recruitment and selection

policy/practices, discipline, grievance, mentoring, salary and conditions, contracts, training and

development, talent management, succession planning, driving performance appraisals and any

other HR related issues).

• Lead the work to regularly review the company’s talent management processes within the business

areas, including performance/potential management, resource planning and succession planning.

• Where necessary, work in partnership on projects to aid continuous improvement and implement

improvement programs (e.g. changes to working practices, organization changes and business

“excellence” or lean programs).

• Provide insight and recommendations on HR initiatives that can be leveraged to strengthen business results e.g. leadership/development programs.
• Working with BU managers to uncover the talent implications e.g. any significant gaps to meet long-term objectives and create a long-term workforce plan that prioritizes people-related initiatives.
• Monitor, measure and report on HR issues, opportunities and development plans and achievements within agreed formats and timescales
• Liaise with Managers to understand their HR requirements and ensure they are fully informed of the corporate HR strategy.

Recruitment & people development duties

• Manage all recruitment needs for the company, including implementing and continually developing a robust recruitment process.
• Overseeing the day-to-day management of the recruitment process, including reviewing job descriptions, website advertising, updating of the company resource plan, sifting and selection of CV’s, attending interviews and selecting candidates
• Creating and continually improving offer letters and contracts of employment, whilst managing the timely distribution of such documents.
• Managing the collation of references, DBS and security clearance as relevant to each role.
• Ensuring all relevant ID, certificates and employee documents are received on or before 1st day of employment.

Training duties

• Establish and maintain appropriate systems for identifying, planning, delivering and measuring learning and development.
• Manage a training plan that details required training that is delivered within the agreed/specific timescales and ensure outcomes are appropriately measured and reported on.
• Manage and develop direct reports.
• Liaise with other managers to understand all necessary aspects of their learning and development needs, and to ensure they are fully informed of corporate learning and development objectives.
• Succession plan and ensure training is aligned to support the plan.
• Ensure training activities meet and integrate with company strategies and policies.
• Manage the organization and delivery of company induction sessions, including writing and delivering the presentations.
• Develop an Academy approach to the design of a behavioral competency framework and Learning Programs that support each job level with the business.

General Management duties

• To be a pro-active member of the team.
• To highlight and help resolve any issues/challenges/employee relations within the office.
• To assist and advise Company managers on HR policy, practice, procedure and issues.
• To represent the company in a positive, professional manner at all times.
• To be prepared to support fellow managers in any meetings required.
• Design, support and continually improve the organization’s talent frameworks, tools and resources for talent planning, performance management and employee development

Notice:Bureau Veritas encourages a positive workplace culture to increase inclusivity and diversity within its workforce.

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