People and Culture Business Partner at NRF National Research Foundation

About the position

Postion Summary:
The HR Consultant will be responsible for providing end-to-end and value-adding HR consulting to line management and staff in areas such as Recruitment & Selection; Industrial Relations & Wellness; Performance Management; Training & Development; as well as general Policy advice.

Key Responsibilities:

• Implement the BU strategy aligned with the People and Culture strategy to meet the needs of the business unit and drive the business unit’s components of the overall NRF’s HR KPIs; Implement and track transformation programmes to support the implementation of the transformation goals; Work with the departmental heads to review fit for purpose org structures
• Accurate monthly and quarterly reporting on deliverables, non-conformance and flagging of potential risks to the People and Culture Manager
• Contribute meaningfully to drive the people agenda for the overall business success and drive optimum cost efficiencies
• Support line management with job profiles and arrange job evaluations as and when necessarySupport line managers to drive Performance management culture within the Business UnitCompile and complete workforce plan as per required format and guidelines for approvalMonitor the business unit’s EE plan to ensure alignment with the central employment equity guidelinesCompile/review the human capital development plan annually as per set deadline and format aligned to NRF HCD strategyComply with Talent Management strategies to drive the business unit strategyDrive change management within the business unit and I implementation of projects and processAssist departmental heads to interpret climate survey results, develop and monitor action plansEnsure compliance with relevant NRF reward, recognition and remuneration policies/procedures Implement HR business process and report on levels of risk and complianceCompile and present meaningful, accurate and timeous HR reports incorporating interpretation, comparisons and trend analysis

Minimum Qualification:

• Diploma / Advanced Certificate / NQF 6

Minimum Experience:

• 5-5 years

• NQF 6 or 7: Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field, or equivalent

Experience:

• 5 years’ experience in an HR generalist/ business partner role

Knowledge:

• HR Legislation eg LRA, BCEA, SDA, EEA, BBBEERecruitment methodologiesHR Information SystemsAbility to manage projects

Additional Notes:
Report writingMS Office ProficiencyHR AuditsDecision makingCommunication skillsNegotiation skillsConflict managementAnalytical thinking and problem-solvingResults focusedTeamwork & collaborationOral, written & presentation communication skillsBuilding interpersonal relationships & partnershipsPlanning and organisingHigh-level of discretion and ability to deal with sensitive informationThe NRF website provides more details on the initiatives and activities Applicants should submit a comprehensive CV by registering and apply online through the NRF Recruitment and Selection Portal. Applications should be accompanied by a letter of motivation indicating the applicant·s suitability for the position. The names and contact details of at least three referees should be provided.

Desired Skills:

• Skilled in applied field of position
• Knowledge to be relevant
• Responsible in performing duties

About The Employer:

The National Research Foundation (NRF) supports and promotes research and human capital development through funding, the provision of National Research Facilities and science outreach platforms and programmes to the broader community in all fields of science and technology, including natural sciences, engineering, social sciences and humanities. The South African Radio Astronomy Observatory (SARAO) spearheads South Africa’s activities in the Square Kilometre Array Radio Telescope, commonly known as the SKA, in engineering, science and construction. SARAO is a National Facility managed by the National Research Foundation and incorporates radio astronomy instruments and programmes such as the MeerKAT telescope in the Karoo, the Hartebeesthoek Radio Astronomy Observatory (HartRAO) in Gauteng, the African Very Long Baseline Interferometry (AVN) programme in nine African countries as well as the associated human capital development and commercialisation endeavours.