Recruitment at Lesotho National Development Corporation - Oct 2014

The Lesotho National Development Corporation (LNDC) invites applications from suitably qualified Basotho nationals for the following positions at LNDC Headquarters: 

PLANNING & RESEARCH MANAGER
RISK MANAGER
HUMAN RESOURCES & ADMINISTRATION MANAGER
LEGAL ASSISTANT

PLANNING & RESEARCH MANAGER

PURPOSE OF THE JOB
The purpose of this job is to manage the coordination of the LNDC’s Planning function and the facilitation of Research on development issues.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Planning:
To analyse and contextualize national development plans and policies;
To co-ordinate alignment of LNDC plans and strategies to national development plans;
To facilitate performance reviews against set development targets;
To facilitate development of statutory reports and other reports.

Research:
To identify and ensure availability of key research information to support LNDC development agenda;
To facilitate new research based on identified priorities and information gaps;
To facilitate availability of benchmarking studies in all key areas in order to inform policy;
To ensure availability of key databases to support investment promotion effort.

Administration:
To supervise subordinate staff;
To develop key sectional performance reports.

REPORTING CHANNELS
The incumbent to this position will report to the Head Planning, Research and Information Management

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
•MSc in Economics, Statistics or any related field
•5 years relevant experience

COMPETENCIES
Good report writing skills
•Database management skills
•Knowledge of research methods
•Creative and innovative thinker
•High computer literacy
•Excellent analytical and organizational skills
•Ability to benchmark

RISK MANAGER

PURPOSE OF THE JOB
The purpose of this job is to provide a comprehensive support service to ensure a systematic, uniform and effective Enterprise Wide Risk Management (ERM).

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
•To plan and execute Enterprise Wide Risk Management (ERM)
•To develop reporting lines
•To ensure best practice ERM
•To develop and implement risk responses for identified material risks
•To analyse risk assessment results in order to identify trends, within the risk profile, and develop the necessary high level control interventions to manage these trends

REPORTING CHANNELS
The incumbent to this position will report to the Head Internal Audit & Risk Assessment

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
•MSc in Risk management / Chartered Risk Management
•5 years relevant experience

COMPETENCIES
Strong process orientation
Excellent computer skills;
Initiative;
Independence;
Active knowledge-sharing styles;
Strong analytical and problem solving skills;
Planning and Organization;
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and written form;
Interpersonal skills;
Proficiency in risk management and new and emerging risk techniques;
Good judgment and ability to handle sensitive and confidential issues and information.

HUMAN RESOURCES MANGER

PURPOSE OF THE JOB
The purpose of this job is to assist in the guidance and management of all human resources and administrative services for the entire Corporation.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsible for the monitoring and coordination of the Employee Performance Management.
Responsible for the formulation and review of the divisional policies and procedures.
Responsible for the staff training and development
Responsible for the management of the recruitment process
Responsible for the remuneration and benefits management
Responsible for the administration of the disciplinary and grievance handling procedures
Responsible for the divisional budget preparation.

REPORTING CHANNELS
The incumbent to this position will report to the Head Human Resources and Administration

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
•MA Degree in Human Resources Management/ MBA or a related field
•5 years relevant experience

COMPETENCIES
Report writing skills
Communication and interpersonal skills
Analytical skills
Conflict resolution and counseling skills
Attention to detail
Managerial skills

LEGAL ASSISTANT

PURPOSE OF THE JOB
To provide support services in relation to legal processes within the division

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Filling and service of court process and delivery of external communication
Following up on messengers of court to ensure timely service of summons and/court papers and timely implementation of writs of execution following courts judgment
Attending to indexing, setting down of cases and taxation in both subordinate and the higher courts
Synchronizing and manning of the legal officers diaries
Manning of filing and keeping a registry of leases, contracts and other deeds
Conducting research on legal matters

REPORTING CHANNELS
The incumbent to this position will report to the Senior Legal Officer

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
Certificate in Local Law or equivalent
At least two years’ experience as a messenger or clerk in legal outfit

COMPETENCIES
Knowledge of court processes and procedures
Taxation in the subordinate and higher courts
Good interpersonal skills
Ability to work under pressure
Attention to detail
Confidentiality
Dependability
Report writing skills
Basic computer skills

REMUNERATION
The LNDC offers competitive salaries and benefits packages.

SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS
Applications accompanied by detailed Curriculum Vitae, certified copies of educational certificates and transcripts as well as three sealed reference letters should be sent to:

The Caretaker Chief Executive Officer
Lesotho National Development Corporation
Private Bag A96
Maseru 100

Closing date for submission of application is 31st October 2014.

DISCLAIMERS
Applications received after closing date will not be considered
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted