Job Description
We're Hiring!
HR MANAGER
Reports To: Pro Vice Chancellor - Operations
Location: IBS University, Mt. Eriama Campus, 11 Mile, Sogeri Road, Port Moresby
Employment Type: Full-Time
Job Purpose
The HR Manager is responsible for leading and coordinating the University’s workforce planning, talent acquisition, learning and development, succession planning, employee engagement, and organisational development initiatives. This role ensures the University attracts, develops, and retains a capable and future-ready workforce that supports the achievement of the University’s vision, mission, and strategic objectives. The HR Manager provides strategic advice and leadership in workforce capability development, talent management, leadership development, and organisational effectiveness, while promoting a culture of continuous learning, innovation, and employee engagement.
Key Responsibilities
- Workforce Planning
- Talent Acquisition and Recruitment
- Onboarding and Induction
- Learning and Development
- Talent Management and Succession Planning
- Workforce Development and Organisational Capability
- Employee Engagement and Retention
- Strategic HR Leadership and Reporting
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management, Business Management, Business Administration, Organisational Psychology, Education Management, or a related discipline
- Master’s degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, Leadership, Management, or a related field is an advantage
Experience
Minimum 10 years’ progressive experience in human resource management or people and culture leadership roles, including at least 5 years in a senior HR leadership position
- Corporate training and development experience is essential
- Experience within a higher education institution or knowledge-based organisation is an advantage
Skills and Competencies
- Strategic thinking, workforce planning, and talent acquisition
- Learning and development, talent management, and succession planning
- Leadership, team development, and change management
- Excellent communication, presentation, and facilitation skills
- Stakeholder engagement, collaboration, coaching, and problem-solving
- Analytical skills and HR metrics for data-driven decision making
Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV and a cover letter outlining their suitability for the role.
Please send your updated Resume/CV to: [email protected] / gordon.s [email protected]
