Assistant Manager Development

SALARY RANGE: RM6,000-RM10,000

Responsibilities:

The position is responsible for assisting the Director, Human Resources (HR) in planning and managing the daily operations of a range of portfolios within the Development function. The position will assist the Director, HR in planning, implementing and monitoring HR activities covering various HR portfolios – which include talent management, career development, professional development and employee engagement. While supervising a team of staff, this position is expected to provide leadership to ensure smooth daily operations with expected deliverables completed within budget and set timelines.

The position is also responsible for assisting the Director in strategic initiatives and provision of advice that support the University goals. The position will assist in the planning and implementation of related HR projects and new initiatives undertaken by the Unit as well as any other relevant activities as assigned by the Director, HR; or the Pro Vice-Chancellor and Chief Executive Officer (Sarawak) – PVC & CEO (Sarawak) as and when required.

Qualifications and Criteria:

  • Bachelor’s degree in human resources, or other related discipline from a recognized institution with minimum of 3 – 5 years related working experience including one (1) year at supervisory level in leading a team of staff. Experience in training and staff development, and talent management is required.
  • Master’s degree in human resources from a recognized university can be considered.
  • Familiar with current Sarawak Labour Ordinance and all related regulations including Human Resource Development Corporation, Ministry of Higher Education and Immigration Department Sarawak.
  • Familiar with the leading practices or current trends in human resource relating to development such as competency model, talent management and succession planning.
  • Have an eye for details with proven ability in planning with resourcefulness and initiatives to conduct thorough follow-through of multiple projects.
  • Demonstrate integrity in handling sensitive information and ability in maintaining confidentiality of information.
  • Proficient computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office software especially MS Words, Excel and Power Point as well as familiar with use of HR information system.
  • Ability to communicate well in spoken and written English and Bahasa Malaysia, and with good analytical and reporting skills.
  • Pleasant personality with good interpersonal skills in developing cooperative working relationships with internal and external customers.
  • Possess strategic outlook and knowledge of business operating environments.
  • Familiar with use of technology features and/or technology-enabled system to enhance HR operations and functions.
  • Passionate and highly driven to excel – particularly in ensuring smooth operations as well as in process improvement, planning and implementation of new initiatives.
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