Job Description

We are looking for an experienced HR Information Systems Specialist to drive the design, optimisation, and governance of our HR Information Systems and analytics capability.
This role is critical in enabling accurate, compliant HR reporting, supporting digital HR transformation, and delivering meaningful workforce insights across the business.
You will work closely with Stakeholders to ensure that HR systems, data, and reporting solutions are fit-for-purpose, future-ready, and aligned to South African legislative requirements.
Job Objectives:
HRIS & Reporting Enablement

• Design, develop, and implement HR Shared Services-specific reporting and HR analytics solutions
• Map HR processes, information flows, and reporting requirements
• Define HRIS architecture, system scope, and data integration standards
• Ensure accurate data flow from all feeder systems into the HRIS
• Manage HRIS change requests end-to-end, from scoping through to deployment

HR Technology Roadmaps & Digital Transformation

• Develop and maintain HR technology roadmaps and blueprints
• Identify and implement automation and process optimisation opportunities
• Enhance employee, manager, and HR user experience through technology

HR Analytics, BI & Compliance Reporting

• Build and maintain compliance, operational, and ad hoc HR reports
• Implement data collation, cleansing, validation, and variance checks
• Partner with HR and business owners to resolve data inconsistencies
• Maintain BI dashboards and deliver accurate workforce insights
• Ensure data integrity across all HR systems at all times

Organisation Design Enablement

• Translate approved organisational structures into HR systems, including positions, reporting lines, and cost centres
• Support workforce planning, organisational effectiveness, and compliance

Governance, Risk & Stakeholder Enablement

• Implement HRIS governance, controls, and audit-ready processes
• Ensure compliance with BCEA, Employment Equity, BBBEE, and Skills Development reporting requirements
• Partner with HR, Payroll, IT, BI, and Finance stakeholders
• Provide system training, guidance, and enablement to HR users and managers

System Optimisation & Continuous Improvement

• Monitor system performance and data quality
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and scalability

Qualification Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in IT, HR Technology, Computer Science, or related field (Essential)
• HRIS or BI certifications (PaySpace, Workday, SAP, Power BI) (Desirable)

Experience Requirements

• 6-10 years' experience in HR Technology / HRIS implementation, configuration, and support
• 3-5 years' experience in i.e. PaySpace HR & Payroll administration and configuration
• 3-5 years' experience with HR feeder system integrations (e.g. recruitment platforms)
• 3-5 years' experience in Power BI or enterprise HR analytics
• Proven experience driving HR digital transformation initiatives
• Experience working in a matrix organisation

Skills and Competencies

• Advanced HR process mapping and system configuration
• Advanced HRIS integrations, data flows, and change management
• Advanced HR reporting, analytics, and audit compliance
• Strong knowledge of BCEA, EE, BBBEE, and Skills Development reporting
• Solid understanding of organisation design enablement within HR systems

Skills Required