Director: Remuneration and Benefits at University of Limpopo

KEY RESPON SIBILITIES
The responsibilities of this Director - level position are comprehensive, spanning strategy, governance, operations, and compliance:  

• Strategy Development : Conceptualising and implementing the university's overall remuneration and benefits strate gy in alignment with institutional objectives.  
• Policy   and   Governance :   Developing,   reviewing,   and   ensuring   adherence to   robust remuneration  policies  and  procedures,  often  reporting  to  and  participating  in the  University's Council  Remuneration  Committee.   ens uring  that  all  staff  are  remunerated fairly  and  treated consistently.  Incorporating  the  four  pillars  that  underpin  the  strategic  reward system:compensation, benefits, recognition and appreciation; recognising the need for flexibility in  rem uneration  and  making  provision  for  the  attraction  and  retention  of  scarce  skills;  and supporting  the  University  values  of  Imagination,  Conversation,  Regeneration  and Ethical Foundation.  
• Job Evaluation and Grading : Overseeing the job evaluation process   to establish the relative worth  and  appropriate  grading  of  positions  within  the  university  structure,ensuring  internal fairness and consistency.  
• Market  Benchmarking :  Facilitating  research  and  analysis  of  market  data  to ensure  that pay and benefits remain   competitive within the external labour market.  
• Benefits   and   Retirement   Fund  Management :   Negotiating   contracts   with benefit  plan providers,  managing  enrolment  processes,  and providing  oversight  for  university retirement funds.  
• Compliance and Reporting : Ens uring all pay practices comply with relevant labour legislation, equity principles, and regulatory frameworks.  
• Bargaining and Employee Relations : Providing strategic input and advice during bargaining 
• council negotiations and managing union relationships r elated to reward and benefits.  

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS 
Qualifications 

• An NQF level 8 degree. Exceptions may be considered on the basis of extensive and relevant practical experience.  
• A Master’s degree will be a strong recommendation.   

Experience 

• A  minimum of 15 years’ experience in remuneration and benefits, and 5 years of which in senior management level or equivalent  
• Relevant administrative and management experience within the higher education sector  
• Knowledge  of  and  experience  in  the higher  educa tion  systems  and  operations  internationally, including South Africa’s national higher education systems and policies  
• A  well - established  performance  track  record  or  evidence  of  excellent  accomplishment  and recognition in his/her profession (including in  academic or research work).  
• The  ability  to  lead,  motivate  and  innovate  systems  and  processes  and  be  oriented  towards outputs and outcomes.   
• S/he  will be  self - driven  but  should be  able  to participate  in  teams  and  collaborate  with  senior staff members and me mbers of the UL community, stakeholders and partners  
• The ability to function effectively in the multicultural working environment of the University and address its transformation challenges  
• Experience  in  developing,  interpreting,   explaining  and  applying  po licies,  procedures  and precedents related to various areas of remuneration and benefits.  

Demonstrated superior written and verbal communication abilities.