The Chief Human Resource Officer heads the Human Resource Division (HRD) and it functions directly under the Secretariat The core mandates of HRD are as follows:
Develop and execute the long and short-term Human Resource development and management plan in close collaboration with relevant stakeholders that best suits the needs of the Ministry of Education and Skills Development.
Advise the formulation of policies and guidelines to ensure optimum utilization of human resources.
Administer and diligently carry out the daily HR functions which encompass the following:
Recruitment, Selection and Appointment
Performance Management System
Promotion
Transfer
Training and Capacity Development
Maintain Staff Record and Information System
Civil Service Award
Separation
Remuneration and benefits
Function as a Secretariat to the Human Resource Committee which is the highest decision-making body for all HR-related matters in the Ministry.