People & Culture Director – World Vision Ghana

Use your human resources leadership talents to be part of a potent force promoting justice and working to improve children’s lives in Ghana.

World Vision (WV) is a global network of people committed to enhance the well-being of children everywhere by empowering families and communities to overcome the challenges of poverty and injustice.

The People and Culture Director - Ghana will provide leadership and management on all aspects of the organisation’s human resource and organizational development functions ensuring the National Office applies the good practice of stewardship by adequately and timely complying to the partnership’s recruitment procedures and guidelines and maximizing utilization of the resources for which they are budgeted for at all levels in the organization. You will also advise, facilitate and support the country leadership team in establishing country strategies and create organizational culture that encourages and rewards continuous learning and innovation, and which is firmly rooted in WVI’s Vision, Mission and Core Values.

We are looking for a visionary leader who can combine strong business disciplines with inspirational leadership skills in line with our values and ethos. You will have a passionate desire to help others, especially children.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Develop and facilitate fair and effective recruitment & selection process in WV Ghana (including job analyses, job descriptions, and recruitment procedures) in line with Regional resourcing standards.

• Develop country HR strategic plan in line with Global P&C strategy & Regional P&C priorities & WV Ghana business strategy

• Develop annual HR programme implementation plan & budget

• Liaise and attend Trade disputes; represent the organization in proceedings of the Industrial Court and all Ministry of Labour Arbitration, where WV-Ghana is an interested party in line with Ghana Labour Laws.

• Lead, develop and facilitate effective corrective action procedures in WV-Ghana – including resolution of staff conflicts and grievances, and ensuring that staffs have access to appropriate counseling interventions, as required.

REQUIRED SKILLS INCLUDE:

• Master’s degree preferably in Human Resources/Occupational Psychology, Business Administration with specialisation in HR or relevant equivalent.

• At least 8 years related HR leadership experience

• Has managed a sizeable team successfully & has carried responsibility for developing staff.

• Worked on the implementation of an human resources information systems

Could you fulfill this vital, challenging and rewarding role and be part of this life-enriching experience?

How to apply:

For specific details regarding the position, please refer to the full description and a apply online by the closing date. For more information on World Vision International, please visit our website: www.wvi.org. World Vision is an equal opportunity employer.