General Manager: Human Resources at Trade & Investment KwaZulu-Natal

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS (Among others) 

• Provide strategic Human Resources support and leadership, including the development, implementation and monitoring of HR strategies, policies, procedures and systems aligned to TIKZN's overall strategy and applicable legislation. 
• Lead organisational transformation, employment equity and change management initiatives, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and the effective implementation of transformation, diversity, inclusion and organisational development programmes. 
• Manage talent acquisition, retention and development, including workforce planning, recruitment and selection, induction, succession planning, talent management and employee development. 
• Manage employee and labour relations, including employee relations matters, grievance and disciplinary processes, engagements with organised labour, dispute resolution and representation of TIKZN at the CCMA and other relevant labour forums. 
• Manage the employee performance management system, ensuring effective performance contracting, monitoring, reviews and continuous improvement of performance management practices across the organisation. 
• Provide strategic oversight of learning, skills development and employee wellness, including the Workplace Skills Plan, training and development programmes, internships and learnerships, employee wellness initiatives and related statutory requirements. 
• Manage remuneration, employee benefits and payroll oversight, including remuneration practices, rewards and benefits, medical aid and retirement fund arrangements, and monitoring of the payroll service provider. 
• Manage the Human Resources Sub-unit's budget, resources and people, including budget planning, expenditure monitoring, financial reporting, staff performance and development, and the effective and efficient utilisation of resources. 
• Ensure HR governance, compliance, reporting and continuous improvement, including compliance with applicable labour legislation, HR policies and governance requirements, maintenance of appropriate HR information and records, and monitoring and reporting on key human resources indicators. 

JOB SPECIFICATION 

Educational and /or Technical Competencies: 

• Honours degree (NQF level 8) in in Human Resources Management / Human Resources Development or a related field is essential. 
• A master’s degree (NQF level 9) will be an added advantage. 
• Valid Driver’s License 

Experience:

• 5 - 8 years’ experience at a management level in Human Resources Management. 
• Functional expertise in Human resources management, finance and budgeting, governance and compliance. 
• Good understanding of the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA). 

PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES 

• Excellent knowledge and understanding of South African labour legislation and regulatory requirements applicable to Human Resources Management. 
• Sound understanding of the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) and governance requirements within a public entity environment. 
• Ability to develop, analyse, conceptualise and implement Human Resources strategies, policies and programmes. 
• Strong strategic thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills. 
• Strong leadership and people management skills, including the ability to lead and develop a team of professionals. 
• Strong employee and labour relations, conflict management and negotiation skills. 
• Strong organisational development and change management capability. 
• Good planning, coordination and project management skills. 
• Sound financial and budget management skills. 
• Ability to monitor, evaluate and report on Human Resources performance and organisational indicators. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively and influence at all levels. 
• Ability to work effectively across functional teams and manage multiple priorities under pressure. 
• High level of professionalism, confidentiality, integrity and attention to detail.