DIRECTOR – HUMAN RESOURCE

VACANCY NOTICE: DIRECTOR – HUMAN RESOURCE
Institution: National University of Lesotho (NUL)
📍 Location: Roma, Lesotho
🆔 Post No.: 0037
📩 Email Submission: [email protected]
📅 Deadline: 16 April 2025
📎 Attachments Format: One combined PDF (Application, CV, Certificates, ID, Referees, Clearance)

Position Summary

The National University of Lesotho is seeking applications from experienced and results-driven HR professionals for the post of Director – Human Resource. This is a strategic role reporting directly to the Vice-Chancellor, with full oversight of the University’s human capital development and management.

This is a Fixed-Term Contract for three (3) years. The successful candidate will guide university-wide HR operations in alignment with institutional goals and national labour laws.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic HR leadership, overseeing recruitment, development, and retention of staff.

• Lead the design, implementation, and compliance of HR policies in line with national labour regulations.

• Coordinate and supervise the recruitment & selection process across the University.

• Develop and execute staff training, capacity building, and succession plans.

• Manage the performance management system and design KPIs.

• Oversee payroll, HR budgeting, and staff welfare programs.

• Ensure University-wide compliance with employment and labour legislation.

• Prepare and present HR reports, representing the University as needed.

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Minimum Requirements

• A Master’s Degree in Human Resource Management, Industrial Psychology, or a related HR field.

  
  
  

• 10 years of continuous experience in Human Resource Management.

• At least 5 years of experience in a managerial role.

• Demonstrated ability to plan and implement capability-building programs.

• ICT competence and comfort with data analytics tools.

  
  
  

Added Advantage

• Work experience managing HR in a tertiary education institution.

• Postgraduate certification in Labour Law or Project Management.

  
  
  

Required Skills & Attributes

• Comprehensive understanding of all HRM functions

• Solid knowledge of Lesotho’s Labour Laws and statutory frameworks

• Ability to create and implement policies aligned to institutional strategy

• Strong negotiation, interpersonal, and communication skills

• High integrity, confidentiality, and detail orientation

• Ability to manage multiple complex tasks simultaneously

  
  
  

• Team leadership and alignment with senior management goals

• Proficiency in using technology for HR operations

Remuneration

NUL offers competitive salary and benefits commensurate with qualifications and experience.