Plans, directs and co-ordinates a decentralized programme of human resource management functions in a Ministry/Department. Work involves formulating and implementing the work programme of the Division/Unit, coordinating and reviewing activities of the various human resource management functions, ensuring the efficient and timely delivery of the programmes of activities and their consistency with the strategic plan, developing policy and serving as the Ministry’s/Department's chief adviser on human resource management matters. Work is performed with a considerable degree of initiative, innovativeness and independent judgement within the framework of established policies and procedures and is reviewed by the Permanent Secretary/Head of Department through discussions and analysis of reports for accomplishment of objectives and adherence to policies and procedures.