Job Description

Department
University of Venda -> Vice Chancellor and Principal -> Corporate Services -> Human Resources
Job Title
HUMAN RESOURCES BUSINESS PARTNER
Post Level
Grade 8
Job Type
Support - Univen Funded
Closing Date
10/10/2025
Job Requirements

• A Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources Management, Industrial Psychology, or a related field.
• At least four years of relevant experience in a Human Resources role.
• Strong technical knowledge and practical experience in:

• Strategic HR Management
• Strategic HR Delivery
• Talent management
• Employee relations
• Remuneration and benefits
• Organizational development
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with demonstrated ability in advocacy, facilitation, and mediation.
• Applied knowledge of relevant legislation, including:

• Immigration Act
• Basic Conditions of Employment Act
• Employment Equity Act
• Skills Development Act
• Labour Relations Act
• Other applicable HR-related laws
• Proficiency in computer applications and HR systems, including data capturing, extraction, and analysis of transactional data.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the implementation of key HR functions across the full employee life cycle, including:

• Talent Management & Succession Planning
• Training & Development
• Organisational Development & Design
• Performance management
• Employee Relations and wellness
• Workforce Planning
• Reward and recognition
• HR Administration
• Align HR processes and objectives with the University of Venda's strategic goals.
• Partner strategically with university departments to implement HR interventions that support institutional success.
• Promote a high-performance culture through coaching, continuous improvement, and capability building.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders across all levels of the institution.
• Identify workforce challenges and implement appropriate interventions.
• Contribute to performance improvement across portfolio areas.
• Collaborate with HR centres of expertise to enhance service delivery.
• Support change management initiatives.
• Administer an accurate and efficient payroll system.
• Identify and mitigate HR-related risks.
• Strengthen governance and compliance with HR policies.
• Foster collaborative relationships to ensure delivery on service level agreements.

Skills Required