KHARLA KING
St. Lucy
Summary
Passionate human resource professional who possesses extensive knowledge of the protocols and policies that govern human resource management and employment law. My relevant skills include strong communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills to effectively address and improve workplace dynamics.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Personnel Officer
Ministry of Environment and National Beautification, Green & Blue Economy
12.2022 - Current
- Responsible for the management and supervision 10 members of staff.
- Interprets and explains human resources policies, procedures or regulations.
- Ensures the Health and Safety Regulations are being observed
- Coordinates events for Ministry’s Social/Transformational Committee
- Liases wit Property Management in relation to all building matters
- Maintains employee records
- Management of Disciplinary and Grievance issues
- Maintenance of confidential employee files and records
- Conducts Performance Appraisals for subordinates
- Prepares Job Letters
- Prepares requests for Secondment
- Facilitates Student Attachment Programmes
- Prepares submissions relating to the creation/establishment of Job post to the Ministry of the Public Service
- Attends Management Meetings
- Works closely with and makes recommendations to Heads of Departments to develop and implement Human Resource policies and practices
- Assists with the preparation of the annual estimates of Expenditure
Human Resource Officer
Ministry of the Public Service
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Prepared submissions to the assigned Service Commission relating to the creation/establishment of posts, conditions of service, qualifications, incremental credit, transfers, private work, resignations, retirements and secondments
- Prepared recommendations for temporary acting and contractual appointments
- Prepared and drafted Advertisements for vacant posts
- Processed sick, vacation, maternity, study and any other relevant leave requests
- Coordinated activities and tasks related to the interview process for permanent and temporary appointments for assigned Ministries as required
- Performed secretarial duties to Selection Panels conducting interviews
- Coordinated the activities and tasks related to disciplinary matters as required
Assistant Personnel Officer
Ministry of Health and Wellness
12.2021 - 07.2022
- Managed Personnel matters for 150+ subordinate employees
- Explained human resources policies and procedures to employees
- Selected, developed and retained qualified staff and trained new staff annually
- Pensions/Leave and Benefits Administration
- Organized employee directories and updated individual contact information
- Liaised between management and employees by relaying work information and adjustments
- Scheduled meetings with employees to address concerns and grievances
- Assisted with employee recruitment and interview processes
Clerical Officer
National Insurance Department
05.2020 - 11.2021
- Consulted with 40+ employers on labour-related matters inclusive of wages, redundancy, employee benefits and layoffs
- Calculated 100+ benefit claims weekly for 100+ employees
- Provided administrative support to the Heads of the Departments
- Liaised with the Accounts Department and employers to ensure a productive work process
- Received commendation for resolving 98% of client issues daily.
Education
Master of Science - Human Resource Management
University of The West Indies | Cave Hill Campus
10.2017
Bachelor of Science - Psychology Special
University of The West Indies | Cave Hill Campus
10.2009
Associate Degree - Mass Communication
Barbados Community College
08.2006
Skills
- Grievance Management
- ILO Standards
- Employee Recordkeeping
- Report Preparation
- HR Policies Expertise
- Public Service Act Cap 29
- General Orders 1970
- Training & Development
- Health & Safety
- PRDS
- Administration
- Time Management
- Problem-Solving
- Meeting and Event Planning
Affiliations
- Member Human Resource Management Association of Barbados Inc
- Event Coordinator Social Planning Committee- Ministry of Environment and National Beautification, Green and Blue Economy
Certification
- Employment Law, Barbados Institute of Management and Productivity - 2020
- Industrial Relations, Barbados Institute of Management and Productivity- 2021
Timeline
Personnel Officer
Ministry of Environment and National Beautification, Green & Blue Economy
12.2022 - Current
Human Resource Officer
Ministry of the Public Service
08.2022 - 12.2022
Assistant Personnel Officer
Ministry of Health and Wellness
12.2021 - 07.2022
Clerical Officer
National Insurance Department
05.2020 - 11.2021
Bachelor of Science - Psychology Special
University of The West Indies | Cave Hill Campus
Associate Degree - Mass Communication
Barbados Community College
Master of Science - Human Resource Management
University of The West Indies | Cave Hill Campus
References
Charley, Browne-Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Tourism and International Transport, 262-3189
Mrs. Yolande Howard- Retired Permanent Secretary, 266-5956
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