SENIOR HUMAN RESOURCE OFFICER

SENIOR HUMAN RESOURCE OFFICER (INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS) – HUMAN RESOURCES

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

SENIOR HUMAN RESOURCE OFFICER (INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS) – HUMAN RESOURCES

The University of Trinidad and Tobago (UTT) is a dynamic student-oriented institution providing a broad spectrum of high-quality, career-oriented diploma, bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral programmes in areas ranging from Science and Technology to Education and the Arts.  The University has a cadre of dedicated professionals committed to its development and growth. 

The Mission of UTT, the first National University of Trinidad and Tobago, is “to be an entrepreneurial university, designed to discover and develop entrepreneurs, commercialise research and development and spawn companies for wealth generation and sustainable job creation towards the equitable enhancement of the quality of life of all individuals, families and communities of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago and the Caribbean”.

If you are a performance driven, innovative and progressive person, looking for a new challenge in your career, then UTT has the opportunity you are looking for.  Applications are now open to join UTT as Senior Human Resource Officer (Industrial Relations).

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Participates in the development and implementation of the University’s Industrial Relations policies, plans, programmes including collective agreements;
• Researches, interprets and prepares reports and submissions for Union meetings, industrial agreements and resolution of disputes;
• Assists in monitoring the application of collective agreements and provides technical advice and guidance on Industrial Relations matters to management and supervisors;
• Represents the University at Dispute and Grievance resolution meetings including at the Ministry of Labour and the Industrial Court;
• Participates in the formulation of departmental objectives and ensures compliance with the University’s rules, policies and guidelines;
• Drafts statements of cases, operational, informational and statistical reports, as required;
• Undertakes assignments and performs other related duties, as required.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Management or related field of study
• Diploma or equivalent certification in Industrial Relations
• Minimum of five (5) years relevant work experience inclusive of two (2) years supervisory experience

COMPETENCIES:

• Demonstrated knowledge of investigative and research methodologies
• Sound knowledge of the University’s Policies and Procedures and local Labour Laws and legislation
• Critical oral and written communication skills
• Strong customer orientation
• Strong analytical skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills and strong team orientation
• Proficient in the use of MS Suite of programs