Thursday, June 14, 2012

Division Manager Client Services Job Vacancy at African Development Bank Africa

Job Title:Division Manager Client Services (CHRM.1) - Department of Human Resources

    Position title: Division Manager Client Services (CHRM.1) - Department of Human Resources
    Grade: PL-2
    Position N°: NA
    Reference: ADB/12/140
    Publication date: 25/05/2012
    Closing date: 25/06/2012

Objectives

Reporting to the Director of the Human Resources Department, the Division Manager Client Services manages and leads a team of HR professionals and support staff to provide integrated and high-quality HR services and advice to internal clients. He/She is expected to think strategically, understand the business, be knowledgeable about the best practice in HR Management, and be able to design and implement HR policies, programs and processes. He/She needs to be an articulate and persuasive communicator capable of gaining trust and commitment from staff at all levels, including the Bank’s Senior Management.

The Division Manager, Client Services will oversee a team of business-aligned HR Officers who will act as Strategic Business Partners providing insight, advice, guidance and coaching to Bank Managers and staff. Specifically, the Manager will provide support in managing the change required to build and manage the Bank’s People Strategy and meet individual business requirements. As the focal point for HR policies and processes implementation, he/she will ensure that those policies and processes address both business and staff needs, and will guide and advise Senior Management accordingly.
Duties and responsibilities

Leadership and Management

    Manage a team of HR professionals and support staff in providing efficient and high quality HR services that support the business. Set realistic performance goals and motivate team members to meet them, both for individual staff and for the team as a whole
    Manage team’s staffing and resources competently and responsibly to achieve the Division’s objectives
    Build strong relationship management and understand the business  needs to assist in developing practical and effective solutions
    Develop and direct the implementation of objectives, policies, procedures and work standards for the Division. Ensure compliance with Bank policies and regulations
    Be a collaborative member of the HR Management Team, contributing and sharing expertise and input and fostering a collegial environment
    Communicate effectively to staff and management how HR strategy, policy, and processes support the needs of the business and enable a productive, positive and engaging work environment for staff
    Promote collaboration and facilitate teamwork across teams and across organizational units in HR and other parts of the Bank
    Establish and maintain contact with relevant external organisations for collaborative learning and exchange of best practices
    Maintain a high standard of personal integrity, treat individuals fairly and respectively and be sensitive to differences across culture, nationalities and gender

Strategic support to Business units

    Be a credible and trusted adviser to Management on HR issues. Build and manage relationships with clients at all levels, providing high level strategic and practical advice to the Management Team of their client group
    Develop, implement and communicate policies that set a standard for HR service quality and position HR as a strategic partner to their clients
    Develop a framework to facilitate and assist managers in the application of HR policy and practice in their business units
    Assist clients to set HR priorities, work programmes and action plans based on the organisation’s objectives, resources and business environment
    Actively seek feedback from clients and keep abreast of HR best practice and trends to ensure continuous relevant and effectiveness of policy and practice
    Promote client orientation and improve the quality of HR services provided by the teams they lead

Selection Criteria

Including desirable skills, knowledge and experience

    At least a Master's or equivalent degree in Human Resources Management, Organisational Development, Business Administration, Public Sector Management or related discipline;
    A minimum of 8 years relevant experience in any of the following areas: Recruitment and Selection, Learning and Development, Compensation and Benefits, Policy and Programme, of which at least three years should have been in a management or leadership role
    Knowledge of international organisational employment practices and policy challenges will be an added advantage
    Experience of working in a team orientated, multi-cultural professional environment
    Demonstrated capacity to lead and advice on HRM and change management initiatives
    Track record of leading and developing teams and managing projects and  programmes
    Good coaching, mentoring and conflict resolution skills
    Strong analytical and problem solving skills
    Strong presentation and speaking skills to communicate effectively with a diverse group of people (clients, peers, supervisors and subordinates)
    Strong and proven client orientation skills and initiative in anticipation of business needs and finding solutions. Effective consulting and advisory skills that enable clients and help them build their confidence and skills to deal with HR issues
    Demonstrated ability to multi-task and manage their time effectively to deal with multiple demands and deadlines
    Excellent spoken and written English or French, with a working knowledge of the other language
    Competence with standard Ms Office software
How to Apply;
Only applicants who fully meet the Bank's requirements and are being considered for interview will be contacted. Applicants will only be considered if they submit an online application, and attach a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV). The AfDB President reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level. The African Development Bank is an equal opportunities employer and female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply: www.afdb.org/jobs

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