Key Responsibility Areas will include the following

• Drive the implementation of the HR strategy in the Divisions by ensuring that HR initiatives are fully aligned to business goals
• Strategically and operationally partner with the allocated business Units/Divisions
• Pro-actively analyze trends in respect of the HR value chain as well as client expectations in line with the goals of MRC for the purpose of improving the service offering as well as quality of service offering
• Provide a comprehensive employee life cycle and staff centered, pro-active and integrated HR generalist service
• Create, plan and implement HR solutions, including interventions and practices according to the needs of the Divisions
• Develop a workforce plan that is based on the identification and analyses of the environment and trends with regards to capacity planning for a Unit/Division/Directorate
• Partner with Unit/Division/Directorate in developing customized talent sourcing strategies, depending on their capacity requirements
• Ensure organizational structures/organograms, job designs, job evaluation and grading are implemented according to and aligned with OD/REM Specialist directives in relation to Unit/Division/Directorate and SAMRC strategic delivery objectives

Core Requirements

• 3 Year Qualification (National Diploma/ Degree in Human Resources or related field)
• 6 – 8 years’ experience in Human Resources as a Generalist, including demonstrable experience with HR metrics and understanding of HR functions and best practices
• Full understanding of all HR functions and best practices
• Thorough knowledge of labour legislation
• Accuracy and attention to detail

Added Advantage

• Honors or Postgraduate Diploma in related field
• 8 -10 years’ experience in Human Resources as a Generalist
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in a Managerial or Supervisory role
• Registered with SABPP