Course Description

Human Resource Executives play a strategic role in supporting effective workforce management and organisational performance within the public service. They are responsible for applying HR policies, procedures, legislation, and best practices while ensuring fairness, transparency, and compliance in the management of human resources. This induction programme is designed to facilitate the integration of newly appointed Human Resource Executives into the Human Resource Management Cadre by providing them with an overview of public sector HR practices, legal frameworks, administrative procedures, and emerging trends affecting human resource management.

Course Objectives

The objectives of the course are to enable participants to:

  • • understand the role, responsibilities, and functions of the Human Resource Management Cadre in the public service.
  • • apply relevant HR procedures, policies, and legislative frameworks in carrying out HR functions.
  • • understand recruitment, appointment, promotion, and career management processes.
  • • gain knowledge of disciplinary procedures, conditions of service, and employee relations.
  • • understand the Performance Management System and its role in improving organisational performance.
  • • develop awareness of succession planning, workforce planning, and HR strategy.
  • • strengthen interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills.
  • • understand current trends, reforms, and challenges affecting HR management in the public sector.
  • • effectively use HR tools, documents, and reference materials required for professional practice.

 

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the programme, participants will be able to:

  • • explain the role and functions of HR Executives within the public service.
  • • apply HR policies, procedures, and legislation in workplace situations.
  • • manage recruitment, appointment, promotion, and employee lifecycle processes.
  • • understand disciplinary procedures and employee relations mechanisms.
  • • support effective performance management and succession planning.
  • • prepare HR-related inputs for workforce planning and budget proposals.
  • • communicate effectively with employees, managers, and stakeholders.
  • • recognise emerging HR challenges and contribute to modern HR practices.
  • • promote fairness, integrity, and professionalism in HR service delivery.

Topics covered:
  • • Introduction to Human Resource Management in the Public Service
  • • Recruitment, Appointment and Career Management
  • • Conditions of Service and Employee Benefits
  • • Employee Relations and Discipline
  • • Performance Management and Workforce Planning
  • • HR Digital Transformation and Public Sector Reforms
  • • Professional Skills for HR Executives
  • • Safety, Health and Emerging HR Challenges

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