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Chikankata Town Council

HUMAN RESOURCE AND ADMINISTRATION

The Director Human Resource and Administration is responsible for the development and management of human capital, ensures seamless operation, provides logical and administrative support for the effectiveness of the Council, and provides secretarial support to the Council’s committees

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Disseminate human resource and administrative policies to inform decision-making and create awareness.
  • Conduct training needs assessments in the Council to facilitate the preparation of training programs.
  • Manage the human resource function to boost staff morale and optimize the utilization of human resources.
  • Provide secretariat services to the council committees.
  • Coordinate the operationalization of the integrity committee to create general awareness of the dangers and effects of corruption and unethical conduct.
  • Maintain buildings and surroundings to promote a conducive working environment.
  • Provide registry services to contribute to the efficient operation of the Council.
  • Interpret terms and conditions of service, the code of ethics, and government policy on training to enhance adherence and ensure compliance with the national training policy.
  • Formulate and implementing staff wellness programs.
  • Provide security services to safeguard Council property.
  • Provide administrative and logistical support services to ensure the council’s smooth operations.

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To enhance performance and guarantee the Council runs smoothly, the human resource functions are currently managed by the Human Resource Management and Development Section. The following particular tasks fall under the purview of this

section:

  • To preserve professionalism, coordinate grievance handling and enforce staff punishment.
  • Oversee human resources to maximise their use and boost production.

  • To raise knowledge and encourage equity in their implementation, interpret and distribute labour laws and terms and conditions of service.

  • Organise safety and wellness initiatives to improve employee health and lessen the effects of HIV/AIDS and other illnesses.

  • Organise employee welfare initiatives to inspire employees and boost output.

A Chief Human Resource Officer oversees the HR division, with an HR Officer providing support. The efficient performance of the unit’s duties is guaranteed by this leadership.
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  • Currently, the Committee and Administration Section offers crucial logistical and administrative support services to improve the Council’s efficient operations. In addition, this division acts as the council committee secretariat, guaranteeing that council resolutions are accurately documented. The following particular tasks are carried out by the section.
  • To improve the Council’s efficient operation, administrative, transportation, security, and secretarial support services are provided. preserving the environment and infrastructure to encourage a productive workplace. 
  • Maintaining assets to make sure they are positioned correctly and in good operating order. assisting with auto and other equipment maintenance to extend their useful lives. 
  • Directing the commemoration of national events. 
  • Supplying records management services to guarantee that information is easily retrieved and accessed. 
  • Receiving and disseminating letters to make information flow more easily. 
  • Records are archived to protect data and facilitate access. 
  • Delivering secretarial support to standing council committees. putting together and distributing the council’s meeting schedule.
  • Gathering reports and checking their presentation and accuracy. sending committee members reports. keeping track of resolutions and minutes. storing minutes and reports. creating the minutes for the Council and Council.

An Administrative Officer, Committee Clerk, Registry Supervisor, and Chief Committee and Administrative Officer lead the Section. Effective unit operations are guaranteed by this leadership structure.

 

UNITS

 

The Administration unit

Currently, the Administration Unit is essential in supporting the Council’s efficient operations by offering administrative and logistical support services. The following particular tasks are carried out by the unit under the direction of an administrative officer.

  • Supplying support services for secretarial, transportation, security, and administration to improve the Council’s efficient operation. 
  • Maintaining the surroundings and infrastructure to encourage a productive workplace. 
  • Taking care of assets to keep them in optimal operating order and in the right location. 
  • Making it easier to maintain cars and other equipment so they can continue to be used. 
  • Leading the observance of national events.

The Unit, led by the Administrative Officer, makes sure that these tasks are completed effectively, which enhances the Council’s overall operational efficacy.

 

The Registry Unit

Currently, the Registry Unit is in charge of record maintenance and security, with the goal of promoting information security, accessibility, and effective retrieval. Under the direction of a committed registry supervisor, the unit conscientiously performs the following particular tasks.

  • Offers records management services to guarantee that information is easily retrieved and accessed. 
  • Distributes and receives correspondence to ensure that information flows freely. 
  • Records are archived to protect data and make it easily accessible.
Crucial information within the Council is easily organized and accessible thanks to the Unit’s effective operation, which is aided by Registry Clerks.
 
Security Section Unit
Currently, the Security Section is in charge of maintaining law and order in bus stops, markets, and Council buildings. The Section assiduously performs the following particular tasks under the direction of a committed Senior Security Officer.
  •  Keep the peace by providing security at bus stops, markets, and Council buildings. 
  • Investigate any anomalies or thefts that take place at bus stops, markets, and council buildings. 
  • Arrest criminals as required by law. 
  • Ensure that Council VIP officers are secure. ensures adherence by enforcing council bylaws.
The Section, which is backed by a group of knowledgeable security guards, is essential to keeping the Council safe and organized.