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Human Resource Officer

Salary $5,198,035 – $6,990,779

Full Job Description

(Shorter Job Description included in Job advertisement in the Sunday Gleaner and on our social media platforms)

I. OVERVIEW

The Anti-dumping and Subsidies Commission (ADSC or the Commission), Jamaica’s Trade Remedies Authority is a portfolio agency of the Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce (the Business Ministry). The Commission was established in 1999 under the Customs Duties (Dumping and Subsidies) Act, to investigate complaints of dumped or subsidized imports that have caused, are causing or threaten to cause injury to producers of like goods in Jamaica. Under the Safeguard Act 2000, the Commission is appointed as the investigating authority to investigate complaints of surges in the volume of imports that have caused, are causing or threaten to cause serious injury to the domestic producers of like or directly competitive goods in Jamaica. The Commission delivers capacity building in the form of Pre-Filing Consultations, Training and Public Education for industry, industry advisors and the public to assist them to understand and utilize the trade remedies regime.

II. NATURE AND SCOPE

Under the direction of the General Manager, the Human Resource Officer is responsible for providing technical and administrative support to the Commission’s Management team to facilitate the efficient and effective management of Human Resource matters at the Commission. The primary focus of this position is to coordinate and administer core human resources functions such as planning, recruitment and selection, employee benefits and leave administration, performance reviews, employee records, employee relations, staff training and development leveraging relevant Human Resource Systems, such as MyHR+. The incumbent also plays a key role in Workplace Safety and Environment matters, ensuring alignment with the Commission’s quality management system infrastructure.

III. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

A. Management/Administration Responsibilities

• Assists with the development, maintenance and implementation of human resource policies and procedures, in keeping with the Commission’s Quality Management System.
• Participates in the development and implementation of strategic and operational plans and budget for the Commission
• Develops and manages the execution of employee wellness programmes to promote and encourage healthy
• Liaises with external partners on employee benefits and programmes on behalf of the Commission’s
• Provides advice and guidance to employees on human resource management policies, procedures and
• Seeks advice from the Ministry of Finance and Public Service on conditions of service where required from time to time.

• Develops and monitors the annual Workplace Environment and Safety programme, in collaboration with the General Manager.
• Assists in the preparation and submission of reports, and other documents as
• Prepares Job and Status Letters, recommendations and other types of written documentation as
• Attends meetings and represents the Commission at external events, where
• Assists in conducting research on HR matters as directed by Management
• Manages the sexual harassment, protected disclosures and other HR related policies as

B.  Technical/Professional Responsibilities

• Compiles and maintains reports concerning employee-related data such as recruitment and selection, persons acting in positions, resignations, leave, transfers, retirement, performance appraisals and absenteeism rates for periodic presentation to the relevant authorities.
• Manages the operations and administration of the MyHr+
• Ensures that all Period of Service records are created and updated
• Provides finance and accounting staff with accurate information on employment, appointments, promotions, assignments, transfers and separations related to ADSC staff.
• Assists in ensuring that staff liabilities and/or obligations are settled prior to employee
• Verifies the eligibility of employees for incentives, benefits (e.g. qualification and annual increments, lump sums, seniority allowances etc.) and awards and submits to the payroll team for action.
• Verifies completeness and accuracy of applications and other documentation related to employee
• Computes leave for employees of the Commission and the preparation and presentation of related reports and records e.g. approvals, computations.
• Monitors and maintains ADSC’s Attendance Register, ensuring that all absences are
• Coordinates the recruitment and selection process including the preparation and submission of documents for approval of posts for staff, external contractors and board appointees and committee members (as directed), advertising of vacancies, scheduling interviews, participating in interviewing panels, administering assessment exercises and finalizing candidate selection.
• Coordinates the delivery of onboarding and orientation sessions for new recruits, ensuring that staff are aware of the policies, practices and regulations of the Commission.
• Supports the General Manager and Executive Director in the various planning and reporting processes related to the execution of Human Resource functions.
• Initiates and prepares Work Plans, Interim and Annual Performance Reviews for the Performance Management & Appraisal System for new and existing employees through proactive discussion with Staff and Team Leads, to ensure consistency and appropriateness of indicators.
• Facilitates the execution of HR interventions in keeping with recommendations under the PMAS
• Processes letters of resignation ensuring that all relevant authorities/agencies are advised in a timely
• Provides support for Case Investigation matters, as directed
• Supervises the Office Attendant/Bearer
• Performs other duties within reasonable parameters, as

KEY OUTPUTS

• Motivated, competent, flexible and productive staff in
• Employee databases and records maintained
• Leave management and administration
• Employee benefits processed and managed
• HR Records updated and maintained
• HR Operational plan and budget prepared
• Orientation programmes
• Staff Welfare programmes
• Staff Training plan, programmes and records administered
• Performance Management System monitored and administered
• Letters/Submissions/Reports prepared
• Sound advice and technical support on HR policies and practices provided

IV. PERFORMANCE STANDARDS

 Operational policies, systems, plans and budget are prepared and submitted within the agreed time frame and support the strategic objectives of the Commission

• Employee records are accurately prepared in appropriate formats and forwarded to the relevant authorities in keeping with the timelines specified.
• Leave is accurately computed and processed in accordance with established guidelines and
• Service Records are accurately updated on a consistent
• Consistent achievement of performance goals

V. KEY COMPETENCIES

 Sound knowledge of GoJ Human Resources Management Systems, policies and practices

• Strong supervisory and leadership
• Excellent planning, organizational and time management skills
• Strong goal and results orientation
• Excellent interpersonal and communication (verbal, written and presentation) skills
• Good problem solving, critical thinking and decision-making skills
• Ability to communicate well with internal and external
• Ethics/integrity, confidentiality exercised in performing
• Flexibility and adaptability.
• Ability to
• Strong attention to
• Ability to work independently without close supervision and with a

VI. QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

 First degree in Human Resource Management or Development, Management Studies, Business Administration, Public Sector Management or related discipline.

• At least five (5) years’ experience in Human Resource Management and Administration in an organisation of similar size and complexity; with at least two (2) years in a supervisory capacity.
• Sound knowledge of GoJ Human Resources Management Systems, policies and
• Excellent knowledge of GoJ Staff Orders, Public Service Regulations, Performance Management Appraisal Systems, Procurement Guidelines would be an asset.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications, MyHR+ and other relevant computer

VII. Special Conditions associated with the job

• Typical office
• High level of professionalism
• Exposed to highly confidential
• May be required to work beyond normal working

Please email your application letter and resume to [email protected] by April 30, 2025 with “Human Resource Officer” in the subject line to:

THE ANTI-DUMPING AND SUBSIDIES COMMISSION

2^nd Floor, Jampro Trade and Invest Building, 18 Trafalgar Road, Kingston 10 Email: [email protected]           Visit  our  website:  www.jadsc.gov.jm @antidump_traderemedies   Anti-dumping and Subsidies Commission Anti-Dumping and Subsidies Commission

We thank you for your applications; however, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.