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Manager, Organizational Development and Change Management

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Organisation
Island Traffic Authority
Reference
VAC-55451
Contract Type
Full-Time
Industries
Human Resources & Recruitment
Location
Kingston
Salary & Benefits
$4,266,270 - $5,737,659 per annum
Date Posted
17/01/2025
Expiry Date
04/02/2025
The incumbent is responsible for providing management analysis and organizational development service to the ITA with a view to improving the efficiency and effectiveness of its operations.

 

Key Responsibilities

Management/Administrative: 

  • Leads and manages the Unit for effective analysis and planning human resource management programmes and projects; 
  • Provides technical advice to Senior Manager, HRM&D, as it relates to area of expertise;
  • Contributes to the development of the Division’s Strategic and Operational Plans and Budget;
  • Researches and provides insights on existing and future demands and services within organisation development; 
  • Prepares and delivers reports, presentations and other official documents towards the effective management and provision of services; 
  • Represents the ITA at national, regional and international meetings, seminars and conferences, and provides required feedback and contribution. 

Technical/Professional: 

  • Manages/administers the implementation of human resource policies, in keeping with GOJ guidelines and regulations; 
  • Interprets and implements government’s and ITA’s human resource policies;
  • Monitors to ensure that new or revised policies are implemented and understood;
  • Identifies areas where human resource improvements are needed, and develops proposals to rectify same; 
  • Maintains links with HR practitioners to keep abreast of new developments and best practices; 
  • Evaluates and approves for implementation, policy proposals submitted by staff which will improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the organization; 
  • Conducts organizational and strategic reviews within the Island Traffic Authority;
  • Documents areas in need of strengthening in terms of structure, systems and human resource development; 
  • Conducts preliminary surveys to determine and define the objectives of the study, scope of the study and appropriate methods and techniques to be employed and the requisite Terms of Reference; 
  • Manages the change process through the use of change management techniques and approaches to mitigate risks of resistance; 
  • Develops Change Management and Change Management Plans; 
  • Develops new and revises existing Job Descriptions; 
  • Conducts systems and procedure studies; 
  • Supports the implementation of the Performance Management Appraisal System (PMAS) and other reform initiatives; 
  • Facilitates the monitoring of the Performance Management and Appraisal System within the ITA to ensure equity and fairness; 
  • Initiates and develops strategic and tactical plans/programmes which will promote a healthy and proactive industrial relations climate; 
  • Monitors the implementation and maintenance of several programmes within ITA, such as the Service Excellence Programme, Orientation Programme, Internship Programme and Succession Planning Programme; 
  • Performs any other related duties that may be assigned from time to time. 

 

Required Knowledge, Skills and Competencies

Core: 

  • Good oral and written communication skills 
  • Teamwork and co-operation 
  • Results oriented 
  • Good leadership skills 
  • People Management skills 
  • Good interpersonal skills 
  • Good problem-solving and decision-making skills 
  • Confidentiality and integrity 

Technical: 

  • Excellent knowledge of Human Resource Management Techniques 
  • Good knowledge of Public Service Regulations, Staff Orders and other human resource legal documents 
  • Good knowledge of Labour Laws and Industrial relations practices 
  • Proficiency in relevant computer applications, including management information systems

 

Minimum Required Qualification and Experience

  • Master’s Degree in Human Resource Management or related field; 
  • Three (3) years related experience. 

OR 

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Management or related field; 
  • Six (6) years related experience.

 

 

Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Region: 
Kingston
Occupational fields: 
Human Resources
Legal
Other
Other
Other
Required degree level: 
Other

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