Job Description

What the role is:As part of the Human Resources leadership team, your role is essential in leading and advising the HR team, ensuring successful implementation of HR initiatives across various HR functions, as outlined below. You will provide guidance to multiple teams of managers and executives and work closely with senior management. Your focus areas will be determined by your expertise. This position requires a strategic thinker with excellent leadership skills and a strong understanding of HR best practices. The ideal candidate should be proactive, innovative, and capable of driving HR initiatives to support RP\'s goals.What you will be working on:Manpower PlanningForecast and manage workforce needs to ensure the right number of staff at the right timeOptimize resource allocation by analysing workforce utilizationAttraction and AcquisitionDevelop and execute employer branding initiatives to build a pipeline of candidates with the relevant skill sets to meet the Polytechnic\'s manpower needsManage the recruitment process to ensure excellent candidate and onboarding experiencesStaff EngagementDevelop and implement strategies to foster a positive work culture, enhance staff satisfaction, and promote a sense of belonging and commitment among staffRewards and RecognitionDesign, implement, and manage policies that acknowledge and reward staff for their contributions to the PolytechnicDevelop performance appraisal processes to recognize staff\'s achievements and identify areas for improvementBusiness PartnershipPartner with department heads and senior management to address HR-related challengesOther HRM matters such as managing staff conduct and grievance handling.What we are looking for:Relevant qualifications in Human Resources, Business Management or related fieldAt least ten years of relevant work experience, with familiarity in various HR functions and with at least five years in leadership roleExcellent interpersonal and communication skillsA team player who is independent, resilient, resourceful with proven track record of building strong relationship with stakeholders at all levelsProficient in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, SharePoint) and digitally-proficient to learn the use of new toolsSome experience with Workday HR System, Robotics Process Automation, Chatbots and Macro programming will be advantageousAbout Republic Polytechnic:The first educational institution in Singapore to leverage the Problem-based Learning approach for all its diploma programmes, Republic Polytechnic (RP) has seven schools offering courses in Applied Science, Engineering, Management and Communication, Hospitality, Infocomm, Sports, Health & Leisure, and Technology for the Arts. To support Singapore\'s national effort to promote continuous, lifelong learning, our Academy for Continuing Education (ACE) offers a wide range of part-time programmes. We welcome you to grow with us! Discover a people- and family-oriented culture, where you are inspired to improve as you nurture lifelong learners. For more information from RP, please visit https://www.rp.edu.sg/careers or follow us on LinkedIn.

Republic Polytechnic