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Job Title: Human Resource & Administration Manager

The University of Lusaka is seeking to recruit a qualified person for the position of Human Resource and Administration Manager. This is a senior management position within the University which requires a highly motivated and self driven person who is competent in all areas of human resource management and administration. He/she will be responsible for the principal management of the functions of human resource management, planning and administration of the University.

Duties/Responsibilities:

  • Report directly to the Vice Chancellor;
  • Manage all aspects of human resource within the University administration and ensure that appropriate human resource departmental plans are developed to meet the needs of both the specific departments and the overall University human resource strategy;
  • Provide relevant senior level advice and support to senior management;
  • Act as the University’s liaison officer to both internal and external stakeholders on human resource issues;
  • Represent the human resource department ¡n University committee meetings on both operational and policy matters.

Qualifications & Experience:

  • Masters degree in Human Resource Management, Public Administration or any other relevant field from a recognized University;
  • Professional training in Human Resource Management and membership with the Zambia Institute of Human Resource Management (ZIHRM);
  • Ten years administrative experience, five of which should be at senior level ¡n an institution of higher learning or corporate organization;
  • Thorough knowledge of Zarnbian Labour Laws;
  • Computer literacy and proficiency in Information Management System In Human Resource Management will be an added advantage;
  • Team player with strong leadership qualities, coupled with good communication, writing and interpersonal skills;
  • Good analytical, problem solving, decision making, planning and organizing skills.

Terms and Conditions of Service:

The successful candidates will be offered a competitive remuneration package in accordance with the terms and conditions of service of the University of Lusaka.

Application Guidelines:

Interested candidates should send their applications together with copies of educational and professional certificates, and Curriculum Vitae with referees to the undersigned, on or before (closing date).
University of Lusaka is an equal opportunity employer

Contact Details

The Vice Chancellor
University of Lusaka
Plot 37413
Off Alick Nkhata Road, Mass Media
P 0 Box 36711, Lusaka Zambia
Email: [email protected]