Make a unique professional contribution in a truly international university.

The Executive Director HR (EDHR) is responsible for enhancing the people capacity and management of the University of the South Pacific.  The University has 14 campuses in 12 countries, with 21,000 students and 1500 staff, offering a full range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.  The USP’s Strategic Plan sets out a dynamic programme to improve the quality of education and research, and its overall contribution to the development of Pacific nations.

The Executive Director HR will lead in developing high performing staff, undertake and implement a comprehensive review of reward and recognition systems, develop leadership programmes and provide support for the significant organisational change which is underway.  In recognition of the value of people at USP, the EDHR will be a member of the Senior Management Team.

The successful applicant will have:

·         A qualification of at least Masters Level or equivalent

·        A track record in leadership in a human resources function, preferably in higher education

·        Be able to work in a multicultural environment, have significant influencing skills and strategic capacity

·        Exceptional interpersonal and influencing skills, creative problem solving and strategic thinking 

Contract Term: The position is available for a term of five years and may be renewed by mutual agreement.

Salary Range: F$115,248 to F$124,592 per annum. (Inclusive of 15% Gratuity). Assistance with relocation will be offered.

Further Details: Documents available with additional details and requirements can be accessed from www.pacificrecruit.com ; the position description and the Academic Classification Standards.  Other information on the USP can be found at http://www.usp.ac.fj.

Contact:  Melvin +679 330 3137 or +612 8206 0961

How to Apply: To apply for this exciting and unusual role, send your application including a cover letter and CV via email marked subject “Executive Director HR” to USPjobs@pacificrecruit.com .  All applications will be acknowledged.

Closing Date:  22nd September 2011.