THE PAPUA NEW GUINEA UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the following position within the University:

Senior Assistant Registrar - Recruitment (Re-advertised)

Reporting to the Deputy Registrar – Human Resource, the successful candidate is accountable to manage recruitment of all staff both citizen and non-citizen and ensure that effective recruitment processes are followed and aligned to achieving the University’s Strategic Plan.

The role will have the following responsibilities:

• Manage the daily flow of Recruitment Process of the University & its affiliated colleges
• Stay up to date on Labour Legislations and inform recruitment team and HoDs about changes in regulations
• Build PNG University of Technology professional network through relationships with HR Professionals, colleagues with other partners
• Create, agree and implement strategies to increase the coverage of quality candidate attractions on a global scale establishing PNG University of Technology as an employer of choice.
• Collaborate with Career Development, Employee Relations & OHSE, Personal to ensure that the daily function of University HR Department is flowing smoothly
• Develop the sectional annual workplan using balance scorecard to align with the University strategic plan based on the Executive Director’s overall workplan for the HR Department.
• Liaise with Career Development office, University Departments and facilitate new staff inductions for both citizens and non-citizens for the University
• Assist in developing and reviewing HR Policies and Procedures of the University and make recommendation
• Manage facilitation of Work Permit/visa and Travel of new Non-Citizen Employees in constant liaison with the Immigrations and Citizenship Authority.
• Place key documents on the Intranet, including recruitment policies and relevant recruitment form.
• Recommend improvements to current recruitment processes to ensure streamlined, cost-effective services are being provided for hiring university staff (Academic & Administration)
• Consult Senior Assistant Registrar – Personal on the university establishment and provide advice to heads of departments and management on approved/budgeted positions.
• Provide fortnightly / monthly reports to the Deputy Registrar-HR

Job requirements:

• The successful candidate should possess a Degree in Human Resources Management/Psychology or Business Management from a recognized institution.
• 5 - 8 years of experience in a similar role
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Exposure to iChris and related HRIS
• Matured with strong and proven leadership skills
• Flexible and able to work extended hours
• Be able to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Of Sober habits

The successful candidate must be a team player, be highly motivated and able to develop and maintain a good relationship with staff and clients at all levels and willing to learn from others and be able to adopt best practices.

SALARY:

Senior Assistant Registrar (I/II): K51,978 - K72,673 per annum

Domestic Market Allowance: K8,681 - K16,026 per annum

(Level of appointment depends upon qualification and experience)

Application Procedure:

Detailed application with updated curriculum vitae including certified copies of qualifications, names and addresses preferably email addresses and phone numbers of three (3) current referees including one from past/present employer, should be sent to:

The Executive Director - Human Resources

PNG University of Technology

Private Mail Bag

LAE, 411

Morobe Province

Applicants are encouraged to email all applications in one pdf file to [email protected] with an indication of their earliest availability to take up the appointment.

PLEASE NOTE:

• Deadline for all applications is on Thursday 19 of September, 2025 4:06pm
• ONLY SHORTLISTED APPLICATIONS WILL BE CONTACTED.