Senior Manager (P6) (Human Capital Management: Human Capital Business Partnering) at University of Johannesburg

Job description

Job Description:

• To support the Human Capital Management (HCM) BP Team by acting as the lead on a range of different projects and responsibilities. Coordinate the day-to-day functioning of the HCM BP Team and related activities.

Responsibilities:

• Act as a team leader and oversee all functions and processes relating to the team.
• Develop and implement human capital strategies and programmes that align with the institution's overall business objectives.
• Act as a strategic advisor to senior leadership, providing guidance and insights on talent management, succession planning, performance management, and employee development.
• Partner with business leaders to assess and address institutional needs, driving initiatives such as workforce planning, organisational design, and change management.
• Foster a culture of employee engagement and inclusion through the development and implementation of effective HR policies, programmes, and initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure effective recruitment, onboarding, and retention strategies are in place to attract and retain top talent.
• Identify and report HCM-related risks (including potential risks) and develop strategies and implementation plans to minimise/eliminate risks/audit findings.
• Drive the development and execution of learning and development programmes to enhance employee skills and capabilities.
• Provide guidance and support in employee relations matters, ensuring compliance with relevant employment laws and regulations.
• Manage the interface between HCM sub-divisions, Payroll, Budget Controller, and coordinate monthly process meetings to ensure effective management of interdependencies.
• Monitor and analyse HCM metrics and trends, leveraging data to identify areas for improvement and develop strategies to enhance HCM effectiveness.
• Informal mentoring and coaching of team members.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices in human capital management, bringing innovative ideas and solutions to drive continuous improvement.

Minimum requirements

• Postgraduate qualification (NQF 8) in Human Resources Management or Industrial Psychology.
• At least 8 years of experience working as an HR Generalist, of which 4 years would be in an advisory role.
• At least 3 years of experience as a team leader within 8 years of working in HR.

Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:

• Team leader
• Communication skills
• Negotiation skill
• Project Management and Change Management skills
• Strong Business Acumen
• Strong time management and priority management skills
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Labour Law Knowledge Skills
• Good communication/interpersonal skills
• High-level skills of using Microsoft Office packages
• Good verbal and written skills
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to multitask
• Excellent customer service skills
• Good research and analytical skills

Recommendations:

• Experience within the Higher Education environment
• HR Professional membership

Apply by: 22 August 2025