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Overview:
The Talent & Organisational Development Specialist leads the execution of all talent management, talent development and performance management interventions within the People & Culture function. This includes but is not limited to processes that govern the following: talent identification, succession planning, leadership assessment and development, and performance reviews. The role focuses on identifying ways that support the P&C strategy to drive a high performing culture that attracts and retains talent by making use of data-driven insights.
Reporting to the Head of Talent & Acquisition, the role is a key contributor in supporting the employment equity priorities through implementation of our organisational development plans. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of external best-practices and talent management strategies combined with a track record of leading action plans.
Responsibilities:
- Talent Identification and Assessment
- Design and implement psychometric assessments, 360-degree feedback, and exit interviews
- Implement fit-for-purpose assessment models and frameworks to align and enable the talent strategy and business need
- Utilise talent intelligence analytics to derive workforce insights
- Develop post-assessment action plans to support career development
- Talent Management & Development
- Implement a talent management framework that ensures alignment with business objectives
- Lead annual talent reviews and succession planning initiatives
- Analyse data to identify and recommend talent retention strategies to reduce turnover and retain high performers
- Collaborate with Learning & Development to establish career development pathways
- Performance Management
- Lead the implementation of performance management systems aligned with business strategy
- Ensure continuous feedback mechanisms and performance appraisal processes are in place
- Utilise data analytics to report on performance trends and make strategic recommendations
Requirements:
- Honours degree in Organisational and/or Industrial Psychology
- Registered Psychometrist
- 5 - 8 years’ experience in Organisational Development, Talent & Performance Management
- Strong project management and proven stakeholder management capability
- Excellent data analysis and problem-solving skills, with strong attention to detail
- Excellent communication, presentation and influencing skills at various organisational levels
