Job Description

• Manage the strategic organisational effectiveness approaches of the University; facilitate organisational change to business processes, systems and organisational culture in support of the University's strategic Vision and plans.
• Work with Faculties, Departments, Units, and teams across the University, which includes empowering and supporting Human Capital Business Partners (HCBPs) through all initiatives of change, continuous improvement, institutional effectiveness and performance improvement.
• Be responsible for the design and implementation of the University's Performance Management (Performance Leadership & Engagement) strategy and processes.
• Be responsible for all Change Management and Organisational Development initiatives allocated to the Human Capital Department.
• Work with University leadership and all Human Capital functions to facilitate the creation of an environment that is conducive to the attainment of Vision 2030 and its strategic objectives.

Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Honours' degree (NQF 8) in Industrial / Organisational Psychology or equivalent in a relevant field within Human Resources Development
• Certification in Change Management Methodology e.g. PROSCI or similar
• 6 - 8 years' experience in the following: Organisational development, Organisation Design, Change Management, Performance Management, Climate and culture assessments, Employee Engagement and Strategic Workforce planning in a large organisation.
• Project Management certification will be advantageous.

Key Performance Areas / Principal Accountabilities

• Management of Organisational Effectiveness strategy
• Change Management
• Organisational Culture
• Strategic Workforce Planning
• Employee Engagement & Relationship management
• Performance Management (Performance Leadership and Engagement)
• Organisational Design
• Human Capital management

Competencies

• Understanding and knowledge of HR principles and practices
• Knowledge of the relevant legislation e.g. Employment Equity, Labour Relations Act, Skills Development Act, BCEA etc.
• Culture and diversity management
• Change management methodologies and models.
• Working knowledge and experience of Organisational Effectiveness theory and methodology
• Demonstrable in-depth knowledge and experience of Workforce planning
• Working knowledge and experience of Project Management
• Organisation and planning skills
• Presentation and facilitation skills
• Report writing skills.
• Advanced and healthy communication ability
• Decision-making skills
• Analytical and Problem-solving skills.
• Coaching and mentoring skills
• Strategic thinking
• Communication (oral/ written)
• Ability to challenge behaviours and influence others positively.
• Emotional Intelligence
• People Management

General Information

Closing Date: 01 December 2023

Enquires: aprilno@cput.ac.za

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