Ministry of Public Service, Labour and Social Welfare Vacancy - Ministry of Public Service, Labour and Social Welfare

Chief Director, Social Development and Labour Administration

Position Overview

Oversee the formulation, implementation and review of Social Development and Labour Administration policies in line with the Ministry’s strategic plan as well as national development imperatives; Superintend over labour economic analysis to assess labour market trends, employment rates and wage structures; Collaborate with Ministries, Departments and Agencies and relevant stakeholders to address labour issues and promote effective labour relations

Responsibilities

Oversee the formulation, implementation and review of Social Development and Labour Administration policies in line with the Ministry’s strategic plan as well as national development imperatives
Superintend over labour economic analysis to assess labour market trends, employment rates and wage structures
Collaborate with Ministries, Departments and Agencies and relevant stakeholders to address labour issues and promote effective labour relations
Superintend over the collection, analysis and dissemination of labour statistics to inform decision making
Monitor Labour Registration and Inspection processes in the Ministry
Superintend over the establishment, development and management of child and family social protection services, welfare institutions and/ or programmes
Promote inclusive and accessible social environments for persons with disability
Oversee the establishment of employment centres/ institutions
Superintend over the promotion of a drug free society
Develop strategies to eradicate substance and drug abuse
Develop a monitoring and evaluation system for Social Development programmes in the country
Facilitate the development of funding strategies for Social Development and Labour Administration
Superintend over the production of Ministry reports to Parliament on Social Services and Labour Administration programmes and projects
Supervise, coach and counsel subordinates

Qualifications

A Masters degree in Social Sciences/Labour Administration, Labour Economics or equivalent
At least ten (10) years relevant experience, of which two (2) years must be at Director Level or equivalent in a related field
Certification and/or licensing with a relevant professional accrediting body is a distinct advantage

Skills

Sound knowledge of current National Development Policies
Understanding of labour laws, regulations and policies
Labour market analysis skills
Vulnerability and risk assessment skills
Family and Child protection expertise
Policy development and integration skills
Data management and analytics skills
Research skills
Ability to communicate and network with a broad spectrum of stakeholders
Strong leadership skills
Ability to employ information communication technology in the design, deployment and monitoring of social development and labour administration programmes and projects

Benefits

Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
Health insurance coverage.
Flexible work hours.
Professional development opportunities.
Fun team outings and events.