Job Description

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Organisational Development, Industrial Psychology or Business Administration.

Work experience

At least 7 years' experience in Organisational Development, Change Management, or Human Resources, with a strong focus on workforce transformation and employee engagement. Experience in designing and implementing change management initiatives and OD strategies. Proven track record in employee engagement, culture transformation, and performance management. Experience in stakeholder engagement, particularly in unionised environments.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

Organisational Structure & Design Change Management Leadership Change Risk Management & Organisational Resilience Culture & Values Alignment Employee Engagement & Retention Performance Management & Development Organisational Competency Management Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Leadership Development & Succession Planning Research, Best Practices & Continuous Improvement Reporting & Analytics Stakeholder Engagement & Communication

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES

Technical Skills

Organisational Development (OD) Methodologies: Expertise in OD frameworks, including diagnostic tools, intervention strategies, and evaluation methods to improve organisational effectiveness Change Management Frameworks: Proficiency in leading change initiatives using models such as Kotter's 8-Step Model and ADKAR to guide organisational transitions. Organisational Design and Workforce Planning: Ability to assess and implement effective structures, roles, and workforce strategies to align with business objectives Performance Management Systems: Experience in designing, implementing, and managing performance appraisal frameworks that drive individual and organisational growth. Leadership Development and Coaching: Skilled in designing and delivering leadership development programs to enhance managerial effectiveness and talent growth Employee Engagement Strategies: Ability to develop and execute initiatives that improve employee morale, commitment, and productivity. HR Analytics and Reporting: Proficiency in analysing HR data, trends, and metrics to drive decision-making in OD and change management projects Competency Management and Development: Ability to define, assess, and implement competency models that support employee development and organisational success Facilitation and Workshop Design: Expertise in developing and conducting training, workshops, and interventions to support team effectiveness and culture change. Project Management for OD and Change Initiatives: Ability to plan, execute, and monitor OD and change projects using project management methodologies, including Agile principles

Industry Specific Skills

Labour Laws and Compliance: Strong understanding of employment legislation, employment equity requirements, and workplace transformation policies applicable to unionised environments Stakeholder Engagement and Relationship Management: Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with union representatives, employees, and management. Conflict Resolution and Mediation: Expertise in resolving workplace disputes, facilitating grievance procedures, and ensuring fair labour practices Workforce Restructuring and Change Strategies: Knowledge of restructuring processes, retrenchments, and change strategies that align with trade union and organisational objectives Employee Value Proposition (EVP) Development: Ability to design and promote EVP strategies that attract, retain, and engage employees within a unionised workforce Advocacy and Policy Influence: Experience in influencing organisational policies and decision-making processes to support worker engagement and rights.

Soft Skills

Strategic thinking and problem-solving Stakeholder management and influencing skills Strong communication and presentation skills Negotiation and conflict resolution Emotional intelligence and empathy Leadership and coaching abilities Adaptability and resilience in complex environments Analytical and critical thinking Collaboration and teamwork Innovation and creativity in organisational solutions Strategic thinking and problem-solving

Please note: Applications not submitted via Indeed and / or without comprehensive CVs and contact details will not be considered.

Closing date for applications: 8 July 2025

Should you not be contacted within 7 days, please accept that your application was not successful.

Job Type: Permanent

Education:

Bachelors (Required)
Experience:

Employee Engagement & Culture Transformation: 7 years (Required) HR Analytics and Reporting: 7 years (Preferred) Employee Value Proposition (EVP) Development: 7 years (Preferred) Organisational Development: 7 years (Required) Project Management: 7 years (Required) Change Management Development: 7 years (Required)
Location:

Pretoria, Gauteng 0044 (Preferred)
Work Location: In person

Application Deadline: 2025/07/08