People and Culture Business Partner

SUMMARY:
The People & Culture Business Partner is responsible for the provision of support to line managers in the execution of people & culture related activities and to consult on the people component of the unit’s business plan.

POSITION INFO:

Post Requirements: (include but are not limited to)

Minimum Required Education:

• Proactively advise and educate managers and employees on how to address IR issues such as employee performance, employee conduct and inappropriate interpersonal actions to pre-empt and prevent escalations and formal actions.
• Ensure the implementation of transformation strategies and achievement of transformation goals as set out by the Consultative Forum Committee (Employment Equity Committee)
• Maintain effective working relationships with local learning institutions and recruitment agencies to expand pool of candidates.
• Guide and motivate others to take action in supporting organizational change.
• Foster a learning environment that encourages openness, information sharing, inquiry, and trust. Provide opportunities for continuous adult learning in the Business Unit and/or Area
• Ensure that all standard and non-standard personnel administration queries and work requests are resolved efficiently and effectively with the required SLA’s and turnaround times
• Coach leaders on effective performance management, driving employee engagement, and fostering team development to enhance overall organizational effectiveness.
• Utilize data analytics to monitor core HR and business processes, identify trends, and provide actionable recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Track and report on culture-related key performance indicators (KPIs), assess progress, and proactively address barriers to successful adoption and integration.
• Lead and support change management initiatives that facilitate cultural transformation and align with organizational goals.
• Actively involved in all HR Strategic Projects

Inherent Requirements:

• A three-year Degree or Diploma in Human Resources Management or an equivalent NQF level 7 qualification
• Minimum 3 -5 years people & culture Generalist experience, operating as a transformation or change agent.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience on a management level.
• Extensive Experience within a unionized environment and building employee relations experience is essential
• Good knowledge of Remuneration, Talent Management, Transformation, Recruitment and Selection, Learning and Development, Organizational Design and Reengineering, IR and Performance Management.
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.
• Ability to travel for meetings and workshops in and around the country
• SAGE 300 and Kronos time and attendance experience will be an advantage