Job Description

A reputable Oil Refinery in Ghana is inviting applications from competent and qualified applicants for the position of GENERAL MANAGER: Human Resource & Administration. The successful General Manager will report to the Managing Director and will be responsible for the development, implementation and monitoring of the Human Resource Management strategies, systems, policies and procedures to create a harmonious organisational climate to facilitate the achievement of the Refinery's business objectives.

Key Responsibilities/Duties

• Develop, implement and maintain HR strategies, policies and procedures to promote consistency with regard to terms and conditions of service, resourcing, training & development in line with the organisation's business strategy.
• Monitor and identify human resource requirements and skills mix and make appropriate recommendation to management on recruitment, selection and placement of the right calibre of employees.
• Provide direction for the review of organisational structures, job analysis, job descriptions/specifications and job evaluation.
• Develop Performance Management System in line with the organisation's overall business strategy and monitor its implementation.
• Act as the technical advisor to Management in the negotiation and review of Collective Bargaining Agreements; as well as design and advise management/board on compensation/reward schemes, including Conditions of Service for Management Staff.
• Advise on labour laws, legislation and industrial relations practices and monitor to ensure compliance.
• Develop polices 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.
• Develop and monitor the implementation of HR Planning, Succession Planning and effective Talent Management Systems.
• Develop and monitor the implementation of effective HR Information System (HRIS) to ensure easy accessibility and retrieval of HR data/information.
• Proactively engage with Functional/Department Heads to identify specific training needs and advise on human capital development/management.
• Provide leadership and monitor to ensure the implementation of effective safety, health and environmental practices in order to promote a strong safety culture.
• Oversight responsibility for the management of Transport, Estate and Archives functions.

Required Skills or Experience

• MBA in Human Resource Management or related field.
• Membership of a recognised professional body.
• 10 years working experience in managerial role in HRM.
• In-depth knowledge of Labour Laws and Regulations.
• Considerable knowledge and experience in developing Human Resources Management strategy to align with overall business strategy.
• Excellent knowledge/experience in HR Management Systems (e.g. HR Planning / Development, HR Policies, Compensation/Performance Management, Industrial Relations, etc.).
• Strong negotiation, persuasion and conflict management skills.     
• Excellent communication, presentation and report writing skills.
• Strong leadership, coaching and mentoring skills.
• Ability to develop and maintain strong professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders and work effectively with all categories of employees.
• Excellent people management skills with ability to hold individual/team members accountable and explore team expertise to full business potential.
• Good knowledge in the use of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel and other HR software and tools.