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Human Resources Manager of the Branch of Webster University, Inc. in Georgia is responsible for leading and managing the human resources function, fostering a positive and inclusive work environment, and supporting the branch's mission and goals by ensuring the recruitment, development, and retention of high-quality faculty, academic and invited personnel. This role involves strategic planning, policy development, and effective collaboration with various stakeholders.

The functions of the human resources manager are:

Strategic Human Resources Leadership

• Develop and implement strategic plans to manage human resources aligned with the branch's mission and goals.
• Provide leadership in the areas of talent acquisition, employee development in cooperation with other structural units of the branch

Recruitment and Staffing

• Oversee the recruitment and selection process, working closely with governance bodies and structural units of the branch to attract and hire qualified faculty and staff.
• Develop and implement effective onboarding processes for new employees.

Employee Relations and Conflict Resolution

• Address employee concerns and conflicts, providing guidance and resolution in accordance with branch policies and applicable labour law of Georgia in close cooperation with the lawyer.
• Promote a positive and inclusive work culture that values diversity and equity.

Performance Management

• Develop and implement performance management processes in close cooperation with QA manager.
• Provide support and guidance to supervisors and employees in performance improvement initiatives.

Training and Development

• Identify training and development needs and coordinate professional development programs for staff.
• Foster a culture of continuous learning and skill enhancement.

Policy Development and Compliance

• Develop, update and communicate HR policies and procedures in compliance with relevant labor law and regulations of Georgia in close cooperation with the lawyer.
• Ensure consistent application and adherence to policies across the branch.

Compensation and Benefits Administration

• Oversee the administration of compensation and benefits decisions/programs, ensuring alignment with the mission and goals of the branch.
• Conduct salary reviews and market analyses.

Employee Engagement and Well-being

• Implement initiatives to enhance employee engagement, satisfaction, and well-being.
• Collaborate with governance bodies, structural units and staff to create a supportive work environment.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• Experience in human resources management, preferably in a higher education setting.
• Knowledge of HR regulations, and best practices.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop HR strategies.
• Experience in talent acquisition, employee relations, and organizational development.
• The competition application will be accepted from July 3, 2024 to July 12, 2024.
• The candidate selected at the first stage will undergo an interview with the competitive commission. If the interview is successful, the commission will submit a recommendation to the Rector regarding the candidate's appointment to the position.
• The person wishing to participate in the competition must submit the following types of documentation:
• Resume (CV) in Georgian and English;
• A copy of the ID;
• Copies of diploma and diploma supplement; In case that the qualification document is issued by an educational institution of a foreign country, it is necessary to present a certificate of recognition issued by the LEPL National Center for Educational Quality Enhancement;
• Notice issued by the Service Agency of the Ministry of Internal Affairs about the conviction for committing a crime against sexual freedom and inviolability.

The Branch of Webster University, Inc. In Georgia is pleased to announce a contest for academic positions in the following educational programs:

International Relations English-language Undergraduate Educational Program

• Comparative Politics: Associate Professor - 1 vacant academic position.

Business Administration English-language Undergraduate Educational Program

• Marketing: Assistant Professor - 1 vacant academic position.

Psychological Science English-language Undergraduate Educational Program

• General psychology: Associate Professor - 1 vacant academic position.
• Educational psychology: Associate Professor - 1 vacant academic position.
• Social psychology: Assistant Professor - 1 vacant academic position.

Computer Science English-language Undergraduate Educational Program

• Computer programming: Associate Professor - 1 vacant academic position.
• Operating systems: Associate Professor - 1 vacant academic position.
• System Analysis and Design: Assistant Professor - 1 vacant academic position.

Requirements

A person may be elected to the academic position of associate professor if he/she meets the following requirements:

• has a doctor's academic degree or equivalent;
• has at least three years of scientific-pedagogical work experience.

A person may be elected to the academic position of assistant professor if he/she has a PhD or equivalent degree.

The competition application will be received from July 9 to July 16, 2024. Candidates who pass the first stage will be contacted by the competition commission no later than July 23. Interviews will be held from July 24 to July 31. The commission will inform the candidate about the results of the competition no later than Aug. 31, 2024.

The person wishing to participate in the contest must submit the following types of documentation via email - tbilisi@webster.edu:

• resume (CV) in Georgian and English;
• copy of identity card;
• Copies of educational documents confirming qualifications;
• If the qualification document is issued by an educational institution of a foreign country, it is necessary to present a certificate of recognition issued by the National Center for the Development of the Quality of Education of the State Educational Institution;
• List of scientific papers adequate for the competitive position/field;
• Notice issued by the Service Agency of the Ministry of Internal Affairs about the conviction for committing a crime against sexual freedom and inviolability (a person convicted of a crime against sexual freedom and inviolability, provided for by the Law of Georgia "On Combating Crime Against Sexual Freedom and Inviolability" cannot be employed in a higher educational institution a person and/or a person who was deprived of the right to work in an academic institution by the court on the basis of the same law).