Talent Specialist - Durban at RCL Foods

Job Description    
At RCL FOODS we see and do things differently, we think bigger, work smarter and as a team collectively work towards achieving our ambition, to Grow What Matters!

• Are you driven by a passion for people and the power to steer organizational transformation? RCL Foods is looking for a dedicated Talent Specialist to join our Talent Management Team, reporting to the HR Executive – Talent. This pivotal role calls for an individual with the ability to envision the big picture and translate it into swift, precise actions. As a Talent Specialist, you will be instrumental in the implementation of strategic Talent Management initiatives aimed at nurturing, advancing, overseeing, and expanding our organization's pool of exceptional talent. Your success will hinge on your capacity to foster talent progression and mobility within and beyond our business boundaries, forging collaborative alliances with HR Business Partners, top-level Executives, and external stakeholders. Together, we will identify, cultivate, and retain the brightest stars in our galaxy.

Minimum Requirements    

• BCOM or BSoc Sci degree in Human Resource Management / Industrial Psychology.
• A minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in Talent Management. Previous HR Generalist experience is a definite advantage.
• Proficiency in Power BI and Excel would be an asset.

Duties & Responsibilities    
Internal Talent Management

• Champion talent advancement and fluidity across the organization.
• Collaborate closely with HR Business Partners and Executives to pinpoint, cultivate, and preserve vital talent.
• Cultivate constructive relationships with employees by prioritizing individual development, career pathing, and progression.
• Act as a bridge between HR and Line Managers, facilitating the optimal match between internal talent and existing opportunities.
• Spearhead talent management and succession planning for DL grade and below.
• Coordinate and consolidate information for annual Talent and Organizational Reviews.
• Oversee the annual 360 Degree activity for the group.
• Orchestrate activities that shine a spotlight on talent and development.

Performance Management

• Efficiently manage the relevant performance management system to ensure data relevance and seamless process execution.
• Conduct training sessions for relevant stakeholders on any alterations or updates to the performance management system.
• Offer expert advice to the business on performance management principles, techniques, and best practices.
• Stay attuned to industry shifts and evolutions to ensure our internal processes align with the dynamic needs of the business.

Project Management

• Project-manage and coordinate pivotal business projects, encompassing Top Employer initiatives, Management Trainee Recruitment, system enhancements, and implementations.
• Craft and execute change management strategies and methodologies to ensure the successful integration of change within the organization.
• Embrace ad hoc projects that align with the prevailing priorities of our business.

Talent Collaboration

• Collaborate seamlessly with all pertinent HR COE teams to ensure the execution of our strategies enhances the HR function's brand and connectivity.
• Seek out opportunities for partnerships within HR COE.

Employment Equity

• Stay updated on legislative changes that pertain to employment equity and translate these changes operationally for the business.
• Coordinate organization transformation programs through the appropriate committees and channels.
• Serve as a liaison between the national committee and site-based committees.
• Ensure accurate and accessible reporting.

Data Management

• Maintain the integrity of talent and organizational data, ensuring its relevance and accuracy.
• Analyse critical data to glean insights into business practices, behaviours, and causative factors.
• Foster a culture of data-driven decision-making within the organization by delivering meaningful and pertinent data to HR that supports our strategic vision.