Introduction:
The National Water and Sewerage Authority (Nawasa) is a dynamic statutory body with the sole responsibility of delivering potable water and municipal sewerage services in Grenada. Nawasa is embarking on an ambitious programme of institutional modernisation, climate resilience, and customer-centric transformation. In this environment, human resource leadership is a critical driver of organisational success.
Nawasa invites visionary and results-oriented professionals to apply for the role of Human Resource Manager. This position offers a unique opportunity to shape and influence the strategic direction of the authority through progressive people-management practices. The successful candidate will join a committed senior management team and will play a central role in building a high-performance culture that supports operational excellence and sustainable service delivery.
The Human Resource Manager is expected to provide confident leadership, modern technical expertise, and innovative strategic thinking in guiding the full spectrum of Human Resource Services within Nawasa. Applicants with a passion for organisational development, public service, and transformative leadership are particularly encouraged. Nawasa offers a challenging but rewarding career path, competitive remuneration, and the opportunity for professional growth within a complex and meaningful sector.
Nawasa recognises that its employees are its most valuable asset. The authority is committed to providing an inclusive, supportive, and progressive workplace where talent is nurtured and achievement is recognised. The Human Resource Manager will be empowered to design new programmes, introduce modern HR systems, and champion initiatives that directly impact employee engagement and customer satisfaction. Professionals seeking a role with real influence, broad responsibility, and national significance will find this opportunity both professionally stimulating and personally fulfilling.
Position Summary:
The position will be responsible for shaping and executing Nawasa’s people strategy to drive business performance, workforce excellence, and a strong values-based culture. The Human Resources Manager partners closely with the senior leaders to ensure the organisation attracts, develops, rewards, and retains top talent.
Qualification and Experience:
- Applicants should have a Bachelors Degree (BSc) in Human Resources, Management, Business Administration or an equivalent qualification. Demonstrated experience working in a unionised environment a plus
- At least 5 years management experience in an HR related field. Demonstrated experience working in a unionised environment a plus
Industrial Relations and Legal Compliance
- Sound knowledge of labour legislation and HR governance frameworks applicable to statutory bodies in Grenada
- Proven competence in managing employee relations, collective bargaining processes, grievance handling, and disciplinary procedures
- Ability to draft, implement, and enforce HR policies and procedures consistent with relevant legislation and best practice in regulated utilities
Culture Building and Customer-Centricity
- Commitment to fostering a service-oriented organisational culture that recognises that every Nawasa employee ultimately serves the customer
- Ability to lead internal communication initiatives and staff engagement programmes to improve productivity and morale
- Experience in developing ethics policies and promoting transparency and accountability in public sector organisations
Human Resource Analytics
- Ability to design and manage advanced HR information systems and dashboards to guide strategic decisions
- Experience in manpower planning based on asset management needs, disaster preparedness, and operational risk management
- Competence in integrating HR metrics into Board submissions and executive decision-making
Health, Safety, and Utility-Specific Requirements
- Experience in promoting occupational health and safety programmes tailored to field technicians, plant operators, and other high-risk utility staff
- Experience in developing and implementing comprehensive health and safety initiatives that address the needs of non-technical and administrative employees, including ergonomic workplace practices, wellness programmes, psychosocial support, and general staff awareness training, thereby ensuring that a strong culture of Health and Safety is embedded across all levels and functions of the authority
Talent Management
- Expertise in leadership development for supervisors and managers within a technical utility environment
- Ability to create structured mentoring programmes for engineers, transmission and distribution staff, and operations teams
Stakeholder Management
- Ability to engage effectively with Government ministries, regulators, insurance providers, and regional partners on HR-related matters
- Experience in Board-level advisory roles and in presenting complex people-management issues to Directors
Application Process
Applications including a CV containing at least 2 references from a relevant previous and or current post should be submitted no later than 20 February 2026, addressed to:
The General Manager
VACANCY FOR HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGER
National Water and Sewerage Authority
P O Box 392
Lucas Street, St George’s
Email: [email protected]
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