Human Resources & Administrative Manager at Tanzania Standard (Newspapers) Limited

The Tanzania Standard (Newspapers) Limited is a private limited liability company owned by the Government of the United Republic of Tanzania. The company publishes Tanzania's leading newspapers - Daily News, Sunday News, HabariLeo, HabariLeo Jumapili and SpotiLeo. The company wishes to recruit a suitably qualified candidate to fill the post of Human Resources & Administrative Manager.

Job Title :Human Resources & Administrative Manager
Department : Human Resource & Administration·
Reports to :Managing Editor

Entry Qualifications:
Holder of MBA in Human Resources Management or Msc. Human Resources Management, Public Administration or its equivalent from a recognized institution. S/he must have at least 11 years relevant work experience, five (5) of which must have been in a senior position, S/he must have good computer and interpersonal skills.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Fostets and inculcates a business oriented culture, which recognizes superior service, teamwork, taking initiatives, empowerment and respect;
2.Fine tunes the organization set up to ensure the structure supports the chosen strategic focus and direction;
3.Formulates and implements a Manpower Plan which is consistent with the Business Plan; .
4. From time to time. reviews the remuneration packages with the objective of attaining internal and external equity balance;
5.Implements performance management system that supports the business plan;
6.Prepares and implements a Training Plan and budget that enhances levels of staff performance; .
7.Ensures that the Human Resource Management Information System produces the necessary reports for use in planning and control;
8.Ensures cost effective welfare services are provided to employees;
9.Manages internal transport logistic requirements for all departments; .
10. Manages the upkeep of office environment cleaning services, fumigation, electricity, water and sewerage in an efficient way to ensure all staff clone in a healthy and safe environment;
11.Manages the Company's and outsourced security services which include security guards and fire protection services, at the central level and in the zones, to ensure the Company's property is well protected;
12.Conducts open performance review and appraisal of subordinates and gives feedback;
13.Liaises with the Trade Union to ensure harmonious work relations
14.Develops individual objectives targets and performance standards as part of the individual performance agreement in consultation with the Managing Editor;
Performs any other duties as might be assigned by the Managing Editor

Basic attributes:
(i) Self motivated
(ii) Innovative
iii) Ability to achieve goals
iv) Ability to work in a team
v) Result oriented
(vi) Strategic thinking
(vii) Integrity and professional ethics.

Core competencies ..
Change Management skills
Interpersonal skills
Leadership skills
Problem solving skills
Planning and organizing skills

Remuneration
Competitive remuneration package will be offered to the right candidate,

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Interested candidates should send their application letters, enclosing their updated CVs, copies of relevant certificates, testimonials, names, telephones and addresses of two easily contactable referees not later than 31st August. 2015.

NOTE: Those who applied earlier need not re-apply,
Send Application to:
Managing Editor,
Tanzania Standard (Newspapers) limited,
P.O. Box 9033,
Dar es Salaam.

Deadline for applications is two weeks from the date of this advertisement. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have not heard from us within two (2) weeks after the application deadline, you can assume that your attempt was not successful,