General Manager – Human Resource Manager (Marine Logistics Company)

You are responsible for managing an effective and efficient HR function that delivers proactive and business-focused advice on issues concerning HR in the company. The role holder shall also oversee the implementation and maintenance of the HRIS database and perform day to day HR administration duties in compliance with internal policies, processes and procedures, statutory obligations and best practice.

Job Description

Strategy Implementation and Execution

Ensure the formulation and effective implementation of HR strategies to identify, select, hire and retain the best talent to meet the company’s manpower needs and ensure optimal staffing levels at all times
 Ensure the design and implementation of need-based, cost-effective learning and development strategies to support the company’s business goals and improve the performance of the company
Oversee articulation and implementation of the company’s succession and career management strategy
Facilitate the development and implementation of remuneration and reward policies and practices that will ensure the company’s market competitiveness, employee satisfaction and well-being.
Ensure the formulation and implementation of an effective performance management system that is objective, equitable, transparent and merit-driven

Human Resources

Oversee the completion of key administrative HR processes (e.g., staff contracts, holidays, general work permit issues payroll, benefits, relocation management, terminations etc.) to ensure effectiveness and accuracy in implementation and execution
Manage and oversee the company’s recruitment process for key management positions
Ensure company compliance with labour regulations.
Provide advice on conflict management and lead specific HR projects in the company
Provide counsel on HR perspectives and requirements related to all HR issues to managers and staff.
Develop corporate strategies that help identify and research in-depth into human resources issues that impact the company
Provide information, analysis, and recommendations to the company’s strategic thinking and direction; establishing human resources objectives in line with the organizational objectives
Ensure effective implementation of the human resources strategies by establishing department accountabilities, including talent acquisition, staffing, employment processing, compensation, health and welfare benefits, training and development, records management, safety and health, succession planning
Oversee the recruiting, selecting, orienting, training, coaching, counselling, and disciplinary process for staff
Ensure adequate efforts are channelled into planning, monitoring, appraising, and reviewing staff job contributions; maintaining compensation; determining production, and productivity
Develop human resource financial strategies by estimating, forecasting, and anticipating requirements, trends, and variances; aligning monetary resources; developing action plans; measuring and analyzing results; initiating corrective actions, and minimizing the impact of variances
Provide direction for management and employee actions by conducting extensive research, developing, writing, and updating policies, procedures, methods, and guidelines; communicating and enforcing organization values
Enforce compliance with federal, state, and local legal requirements by studying existing and new legislation; anticipating legislation; enforcing adherence to requirements; and advising management on required action points
Keep abreast with industry trends by participating in conferences and educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; and participating in professional organizations

 Administering Compensation and Benefit Plans

Promote HR programs to create an efficient and conflict-free workplace.
Gather and analyze data with useful HR metrics, like time to hire and employee turnover rates.
Supervise the maintenance of employee files and records in electronic and paper forms.
Enhance job satisfaction by resolving issues promptly, applying for new perks and benefits and organizing team building activities.
Represent the company in all external Human Resources Forum.
Ensure the insurance and security of personnel

Leadership/ People Management

Direct, manage, develop and supervise the HR and administration teams to achieve departmental goals and objectives
Facilitate special project results by identifying and clarifying issues and priorities; communicating and coordinating requirements; expediting fulfilment; evaluating milestone accomplishments; evaluating optional courses of action; and changing assumptions and direction
Lead and manage the company’s Industrial Relations policies and practices to enable employee engagement, productivity and legal compliance
Provide strategic advice to Executive Management on all HR related issues
Lead and represent the company at union meeting including salary negotiations.

Key Performance Indicators 

Strategic Development and Implementation

Develop and implement a new strategy.
Number of successfully implemented initiatives/ strategies

Human Resources

At least two training programs a year for all staff on a rotational basis including in-house
Review and roll out of performance management system to all staff
Develop and conduct an employee survey
Review Staff policies and procedures in place and communicated to all staff

Leadership/People management

Develop Staff productivity measures/tools
Increase in employee engagement
Increase in customer satisfaction

General Education

Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Relations and Personnel Management, Human Resource Management, Sociology, Business Administration or business-related discipline
An MBA or relevant Master’s degree in any business-related discipline
Experience working in a Marine company will be an added advantage  

Professional Qualification

Relevant professional certifications such as Chartered Institute of Personnel Management of Nigeria (CIPM), Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD), Society for Human Resource Management

Experience

Minimum of 15 years post-graduation experience in Human Resources
4 years in top/senior management positions
Experience in the shipping and logistics industry/sector would be an added advantage

Knowledge

In-depth knowledge of Local labor laws and regulations
Knowledge of Global best practices in HRM
Experience in using modern HR Software
Knowledge of existing operations, laws and practices
In-depth knowledge of HR Employee Engagement
Personal development tools and methodologies
Training methods and evaluation
Performance management tools
Knowledge of Recruitment practices
Compensation and benefit computation
Payroll preparation and reporting
Microsoft office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Competencies/Skills

Leadership and People Management
Strategic Thinking
Exceptional Communication skills (Written and Oral)
Conflict Management/ Resolution
Analytical and Problem-Solving skills
Planning and Organization skills
Judgement and Decision-Making skills
Negotiation and Influencing skills
Interpersonal Skills
High sense of integrity and confidentiality
Business Acumen
Attention to detail

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