Our client, the Environmental Management Authority (EMA), is seeking to fill the position of Manager – Human Resources & Administration.

 This is a contract position and is based in Port of Spain.

JOB SUMMARY

The incumbent is required to provide overall management and coordination of the activities of professional and other support staff engaged in the provision of Human Resource Management (HRM) and Administration services. Duties include directing the formulation and implementation of HRM strategies and programmes to support the EMA’s strategic objectives and business plan; advising on HRM, organisational and strategic issues; directing and coordinating activities such as change management, HR planning, performance management and training and development; and evaluating the HRM services provided; and effecting necessary changes.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Directs the formulation of HRM strategies and the development of HRM programmes and projects to support the EMA’s strategic objectives and business plan.
• Develops, reviews and implements human resource policies and procedures responsive to the needs of EMA.
• Forecasts, in collaboration with the senior management team the manpower needs of the organisation, monitors its implementation and ensures that appropriate guidance is provided to divisional managers in order that workforce needs of the EMA are met on an annual basis.
• Leads the development and formulation of new or revised recruitment, selection and placement policies and procedures.
• Develops structured selection techniques such as Assessment Centres for recruitment where applicable.
• Designs and recommends compensation and benefit administration plans that are consistent with the demands for recruitment and retention of high quality staff.
• Develops and oversees the implementation of performance management processes and procedures to support the cultural embedding of a successful Performance Management System.
• Supports management of the employee performance management process through, inter alia, performance plan guidance and development, and the final evaluation process.
• Develops and delivers training to managers, supervisors and employees on performance management issues, including how to conduct various appraisal phases and how to deal with inadequate performers.
• Oversees the development of curricula and training programmes and, where necessary, develops the more complex training material for higher level participants ensuring the utilisation of a multi-modal approach to learning.
• Serves as an advisor to the Authority on HR and IR practices maintaining a healthy Industrial Relations climate by ensuring that decisions are implemented in keeping with good IR practice.
• Plans and coordinates administrative procedures and systems and devising ways to streamline processes.
• Monitors inventory of office supplies and the purchasing of new material with attention to budgetary constraints.
• Maintains comprehensive information on all vehicles including necessary documentation relating to ownership and registration, ensuring that all vehicles are insured and service schedules adhered to.
• Participates in or presides over meetings and discussions with representatives of Ministries/Departments, recognised associations/unions in respect of negotiations, grievances and other matters related to HRM.
• Coordinates the preparation of and/or prepares Human Resource Information to facilitate decision making.
• Performs any other related duties as may be required.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of a Post Graduate Degree from an accredited University in Business Administration, Human Resource Management or in a related field.
• Minimum of seven (7) years’ prior work experience in the areas of human resource management, public administration, general administration or in related area with at least five (5) years in supervising a team.
• Experience in a regulatory environment would be considered an asset.
• Or any equivalent combination of qualification and experience.
• Considerable knowledge in dealing with Industrial Relations matters, Industrial Court and Ministry of Labour.
• Considerable knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques of HRM.
• Considerable knowledge of government policies, procedures, rules and regulations related to HRM.
• Considerable knowledge of Public Service legislation, rules, regulations and policies.
• Knowledge of the principles and techniques of administrative management including organisation, planning, staffing, training, budgeting, and reporting.
• Knowledge of the principles of office management including organisation, work flow, forms, supplies, equipment, and procedures relating to filing, record keeping, correspondence, mail, procurement, stock keeping, and duplicating.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Closing date: Tuesday October 21^st, 2025

 We wish to thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those favourably considered will be contacted.