Manager: Human Resource Business Partners Free State

Provide strategic leadership and direction to the Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) function in support of the University's strategic objectives.  Partner with Executive Management to develop and implement integrated human capital strategies across faculties and support divisions.  Lead workforce planning, organisational design, organisational development, talent management, succession planning, and change management initiatives.  Provide strategic advice and evidence-based recommendations on complex human capital, workforce, governance, and employee relations matters.  Lead and manage the HR Business Partner team to ensure high-quality, client-centred service delivery and continuous improvement.  Drive organisational effectiveness through workforce analytics, performance monitoring, and strategic human capital interventions.  Oversee the development, implementation, and review of HR policies, governance frameworks, and compliance with employment legislation.  Lead institutional HR risk management and provide strategic oversight of employee and labour relations matters.  Build and maintain strategic partnerships with Executive Management, Deans, Executive Directors, Directors, and Heads of Department.  Lead strategic HR projects, digital transformation initiatives, benchmarking, and continuous improvement programmes.  Prepare and present strategic reports, workforce analytics, and recommendations to Executive Management and governance structures.  Manage the operational and financial resources of the HR Business Partner function.

An Honours degree on NQF Level 8 in Human Resource Management, Industrial Psychology, Organisational Psychology, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field.  A minimum of eight (8) years' relevant Human Resources experience.

A Master's degree in a relevant field.  Registration with the South African Board for People Practices (SABPP) as a Chartered HR Professional (CHRP) or equivalent professional designation (attach a copy).  Experience in the higher education sector.  Experience providing strategic advice to Executive Management.  Experience leading organisational design, organisational development, workforce planning, and change management initiatives.  Knowledge of employment legislation, HR governance, and institutional policy development.  Experience in strategic workforce analytics and evidence-based decision-making.

Competencies

Required competencies: 

The ability to be reliable, responsible, dependable and to fulfil obligations. The ability to deal calmly and effectively with high stress situations.

The ability to focus on details, work towards perfection, and approach work in a neat and organised manner. The ability to carefully analyse information and use logic to address issues and problems at work.

The ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations. Proficient in using MS Office.

The ability to maintain high levels of personal motivation, energy and enthusiasm. The ability to be cooperative with others, display a good-natured attitude and encourage people to work together.

The ability to be self-assured and at ease with people in all types of social situations. The ability to interact with others and establish personal connections with people.