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Title:              Human
Resources Officer

Organization: Clarke
International University (CIU)

Duty Station: Kampala,
Uganda

Reports to:
Vice Chancellor

About US:

Clarke International
University (CIU) (Formerly, International Health Sciences University (IHSU) in
Uganda is a University that is licensed by the Uganda National Council for
Higher Education (NCHE [UI.PL 013]).  CIU
is a non-residential university offering health sciences and business courses
and grooms students to become tomorrow’s leaders nationally and
internationally.  CIU is currently
situated on the third floor at International Hospital Kampala (IHK) in
Namuwongo.

Job Summary:  The Human Resources Officer will spearhead
Human Resources best practices and objectives to provide an employee-oriented,
high performance culture which emphasizes empowerment, quality, productivity
and, the highest professional standards within a safe and secure environment in
compliance with the current labour and employment legislation of Uganda. The
highest principles of equality and ethical standard will be adhered to as
specified by the Human Resources Management profession.

Key Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Guide management on issues related to
  human resources planning, documentation, review and implementation.
• Coordinate staff recruitment and the
  selection process including: placement of vacancy notices; receipt of
  applications and shortlisting of candidates; following up with references;
  verifying of documentation; and acting as secretary to appointment
  committees.
• Manage new staff entry and supervise all
  administrative procedures therein including; in collaboration with
  supervisors review and revise Job Descriptions, and maintenance of
  complete employment files for all staff.
• Carry out exit interviews for staff leaving
  and giving prompt feedback to management to ensure continuous improvement
  of systems and policies in the organization.
• Advise HOD’s and staff on human
  resources issues in accordance with strategy, policies and best employment
  practices.
• Identify upcoming job openings in
  coordination with the respective Heads of Departments (HODs;
• Review all draft job openings and
  conduct Human Resources assessments of applications, and monitor the
  recruitment processes & actions in liaison with the respective Heads of
  Department/SMT;
• Taking charge of individual staff communication,
  including role change, disciplinary, promotion/demotion, job offers,
  updates, salary changes etc.
• Negotiate the staff medical
  /compensation schemes with prospective service providers in consultation
  with the SMT.
• To lead the identification and
  coordination of staff continuing professional development (CPD) and how
  best to deliver this for all staff.
• Track Staff/employees contractual
  periods & expiry;
• To supervise administration of the staff
  payroll in consultation with the Finance Department.
• To assist staff who qualify for and who
  wish to arrange salary loans from financial institutions in conjunction
  with the Finance Department and Vice Chancellor.
• Provide support and initial counseling
  advice to staff who have performance related obstacles.
• Review the applications of the
  Internship Programmes, specifically handling the correspondence with
  applicants;
• Provide induction orientation programme
  and briefing to new employees/staff members;
• Oversee Occupational Health and Safety
  (OHS) issues and ensure appropriate insurances are in place;
• Facilitate the inclusion of new staff
  into the appropriate medical coverage plan and Group Accident Scheme
  (GPA);
• To be responsible for organizing social
  events and other staff related social programmes;
• Perform any other duties which may be
  determined from time to time by the Vice Chancellor

Qualifications, Skills and Experience: 

• The ideal candidate must hold a Master’s
  Degree in Human Resources Management. Bachelor’s Degree: in Human
  Resources Management, Finance, Organizational Psychology, Business
  Administration or, related field.
• At least three years of work experience
  in Human Resources Management.
• A degree and/or bias for a postgraduate
  qualification in Human Resources Management.
• Broad knowledge and understanding of
  relevant national and international labour laws
• The ability to display and adhere to a
  code of absolute confidentiality
• Ability to work independently with a
  high level of self-motivation
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal,
  and presentation skills
• Basic counseling skills
• An analytical, problem solving and
  creative work approach
• Effective verbal and written
  communications skills
• Effective public relations and public
  speaking skills (sound people management skills)
• Good understanding of University
  Structures and functions

Desirable:

• Conflict resolution skills (high level)
• Strategic thinking
• Willingness and, ability to learn

How to Apply:

All suitably
qualified and interested candidates should submit the following, (please note
that incomplete applications will not be considered):

 One-page summary of your qualifications and
experience, indicating how you meet the expected skillset and competencies for
the position and: your motivation for applying (your signature is required).
Also, quote the source of the advertisement i.e. theugandanjobline.com

• Your Curriculum Vitae (CV) in English
  (please include your current residence address, telephone number, and
  email address, date of birth, gender and nationality);
• Copies of Academic papers (preferably certified
  Academic documents are required)
• Names and full contact details of at
  least three (03) referees.
• Use the address: The Human Resources,
  Clarke International University (CIU)

Email to:
hr@ciu.ac.ug

Deadline: Friday, 16th August 2019 by 17:00hrs

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