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RoomRaccoon was founded by Nadja Buckenberger and Tymen Van Dyl in 2017. Our mission is to redefine hotel operations through our all-in-one hotel management system.
Our diverse team of 110 professionals, spread across five offices worldwide, serves 2000+ clients in Europe, the USA, and Africa. Our benefits include equity, a formal training budget allowance, and an annual hotel allowance.
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Reports to: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Job title: HR Director
Location: Cape Town, South Africa
Language: English
Work-type: On-site
Contract Type: Full-time (6 month FTC -> Permanent)
Your North Star
As the HR Director, your north star is achieving an Employee Engagement Score of 4.25 out of 5, ensuring our employees feel valued, supported, and inspired to do their best work every day. This operational leadership role is all about turning strategy into action; driving initiatives that not only boost engagement but also create a thriving workplace culture.
A Day in the Life of the HR Director
As our HR Director, you’ll be responsible for making things happen; ensuring our people plans run on time, policies are followed, and our employee experience stays top notch. This is a hands-on role where you’ll be directly involved in delivering initiatives, keeping processes moving, and ensuring every corner of the People function operates smoothly.
You should be able to thrive in a flat, fast-moving organisation where decisions are made quickly and collaboration happens directly, without layers of bureaucracy. You’ll be hands-on, close to the work, and unafraid to roll up your sleeves.
Manager Partnership & Support
- Align daily and weekly priorities with the Advisory Board to deliver quarterly kick-off plans in line with the company strategy.
- Own the bi-annual employee engagement survey process; from rollout to collating results and creating, tracking and following up on action plans for each team based on survey feedback.
- Ensuring every employee receives a follow-up on critical feedback.
- Implements and maintains underperformance frameworks (e.g., performance improvement plans).
- Work with the Talent Development Manager to run training plans, performance improvement plans, and personal development plans to schedule.
- Handle employee relations cases with the relevant manager providing clear, decisive guidance and decision making based on labour legislation.
- Ensure company-wide adherence to policy and process standards.
- Monitor People team delivery of compliance tasks, addressing gaps promptly.
- Verify that our internal knowledge base for employees are up to date and conduct regular audits in BambooHR.
- Take corrective action when compliance standards are not met.
- Own global policy and governance, tracking and implementing legislative changes in all regions.
- Maintain a forward-looking people strategy to support business goals for the next 1–3 years.
- Execute the global engagement and culture plan within budget.
- Deliver regular initiatives and events to boost engagement.
- Drive visibility of the People team and leadership through ask me anything sessions, office presence, and proactive communication.
- Monitor employee experience through feedback tools and act quickly on improvement opportunities.
- Track and deliver retention and engagement initiatives to reduce turnover.
- Launch and manage the performance appraisal cycle on time.
- Ensure managers are trained on giving feedback and using relevant tools (e.g., Airtable).
- Implement and maintain engagement policies for contractors across all regions.
- Review, approve, and submit monthly payroll and benefits data to finance and providers on schedule and without error.
- Oversee day-to-day talent acquisition operations, ensuring pipelines, budgets, and workforce plans are on track.
- Forecast and execute hiring plans in line with attrition and business growth.
- You’ll lead a high-impact People function made up of three direct team members; our Talent Development Manager, People Operations Specialist, and Talent Acquisition Lead, supported indirectly by our IT Support Specialist and Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist. Your role is to ensure that the team is focused on delivering maximum impact with agility and collaboration.
- Provide hands-on coaching, direction, and feedback to maintain team performance.
- Maintain accurate tracking of people metrics and team performance.
- Report on how people performance impacts business performance.
- Provide quarterly and annual operational reports to the Advisory Board.
- Use data to identify areas requiring action and ensure follow-up is completed.
As our HR Director, your role is about making things happen and making them stick. You’re the operational backbone of our People function, ensuring our culture, compliance, engagement, and budget all run like clockwork.
- Drive Employee Retention: Be the champion of our people by keeping exits below 2.5% per quarter.
- Right People on the Bus: Make sure we have the right talent in the right seats. You’ll ensure every hire and transition supports our growth, culture, and long-term success.
- Manage Culture & People Budget: Establish and allocate line items for culture and people-focused initiatives. Keep spending laser-focused, always delivering impact, always within the budget you’ve been given to manage.
- Ensure Compliance, Everywhere: You’ll oversee 100% policy compliance across all our regions, with zero tolerance for critical breaches. It’s not just about ticking boxes; it’s about keeping every Raccoon secure, confident, and empowered.
We’re looking for a hands-on HR leader who thrives in a fast-moving, scale-up environment and knows how to get things done. You’ll bring:
- Extensive HR Expertise: 20 years of progressive HR experience, including at least 10 years in a leadership role, with proven success in operational execution and managing teams across various locations.
- Scale-Up Experience: Recent experience in a high-growth, fast-changing scale-up environment where processes need to be built, refined, and delivered at pace.
- Deep Legal Knowledge: Strong understanding of employment laws across the Netherlands, Portugal, and South Africa (nice to have), with the ability to navigate complex cases confidently.
- Process Builder & Executor: Demonstrated track record of creating HR processes and best practices that deliver measurable, long-term results.
- Stakeholder Influence: Exceptional communication and relationship management skills, with the ability to work closely with C-level leaders, managers, and employees alike.
- Data-Driven Decision Making: Skilled in using people metrics and analytics to guide decisions, identify trends, and implement improvements.
- High-Performance Leadership: Proven ability to inspire, coach, and lead multi-disciplinary teams, ensuring delivery against tight deadlines and ambitious targets.
You’ll be the engine that transforms ideas into outcomes. You’ll be successful when you:
- Are visible and approachable: Get out there, connect with employees across teams, listen to what’s working (and what isn't), and make yourself a familiar, trusted presence in the business.
- Deliver real impact; every day: We need an HR leader who doesn't just strategise, but executes. Your success is measured by what’s changing for the better, not just by what’s written in documents. Push through hurdles, simplify processes, and move fast.
- Communicate clearly and sincerely: You’ll wear many hats; mentor, mediator, policy keeper. Communicate with clarity and authenticity, translating complex ideas into language everyone can act on. Your credibility comes from honesty and clarity, not corporate speak.
- Balance strategy with detail: It’s easy to get lost in the big picture or overwhelmed by the minutiae. The best HR leaders master both; they see the forest, and tend to the trees. Keep your vision long-term, but pilot execution with precision.
- Remain grounded and empathetic: You’re senior in title, not removed from day-to-day realities. Stay human; thoughtful, grounded, and emotionally intelligent. Real leadership stems from empathy and understanding.
- Seniority level Executive
- Employment type Full-time
- Job function Human Resources
- Industries Software Development
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#J-18808-LjbffrHR Director
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We are seeking a Human Resources Director to lead country HR operations in Oracle South Africa. This position reports into the HR Senior Director, Middle East, Africa & Turkey. The successful candidate will deliver country HR leadership, drive operational excellence and closely partner with local business leaders in Oracle South Africa.
**#LI-DNI**
As an HR Director, you will play a pivotal role in aligning business objectives with people-related strategies, driving organizational success through effective human resources management. This position demands a forward-thinking leader who can foster strong relationships with executives and provide strategic guidance on various HR functions.
**RESPONSIBILITIES:**
+ Lead and mentor a team of HR Consultants in South Africa, ensuring they provide exceptional support to employees and managers.
+ Translate Global & EMEA HR strategic priorities into a range of activities and programs in South Africa.
+ Be the HR strategic advisor to the South Africa Country leadership team on issues such as talent development, employee relations, management leadership, etc.
+ Drive key HR activities with your team and in collaboration with HR cross-functional teams - for example: staffing, employee development, employee relations, compensation and benefits, HR systems and analytics, cooperation with HR shared services centers and merger & acquisition.
+ Contribute to the overall BBBEE strategy and maintain a healthy score.
+ Ensure compliance with employment legislation, staying updated on any legal changes that may impact the organization.
+ Analyze workforce trends, metrics, and data to identify areas of improvement and develop actions plans accordingly.
**QUALIFICATIONS:**
+ Significant HR leadership experience working in South Africa, preferably with experience in the IT sector.
+ Solid working knowledge of South African employment legislation law and engagement at the CCMA level.
+ Experience of working with senior management teams.
+ Experience in working in a large, complex multinational environment.
+ Strong negotiations skills.
+ Strong written, verbal and presentation skills.
+ Ability to manage change in a fast paced, growth environment.
**Responsibilities**
Manages teams that maintain and/or implement HR policies and procedures. Manages the development, deployment, and execution of HR business requirements and compliance standards. Identifies HR goals, objectives, and metrics; analyzes business needs and prioritizes workload for teams. Advise managers and employees on HR practices and procedures. Develop and implement global company-wide programs and initiatives (i.e. benefit programs, manpower planning, salary/bonus/stock review, organizational change, performance management, employee well-being and training assessment). Based on reporting that team members are providing, evaluates potential business impacts and provides guidance to business decision-makers. Develops short - medium term plans to successfully implement operational policies and achieve strategic objectives and results. Regularly interacts across functional areas with senior management or executives to ensure business objectives are met. Selects, develops, and evaluates management to ensure the efficient operation of the function. Trains and mentors staff. May perform other duties as assigned.
Career Level - M4
**About Us**
As a world leader in cloud solutions, Oracle uses tomorrow's technology to tackle today's challenges. We've partnered with industry-leaders in almost every sector-and continue to thrive after 40+ years of change by operating with integrity.
We know that true innovation starts when everyone is empowered to contribute. That's why we're committed to growing an inclusive workforce that promotes opportunities for all.
Oracle careers open the door to global opportunities where work-life balance flourishes. We offer competitive benefits based on parity and consistency and support our people with flexible medical, life insurance, and retirement options. We also encourage employees to give back to their communities through our volunteer programs.
We're committed to including people with disabilities at all stages of the employment process. If you require accessibility assistance or accommodation for a disability at any point, let us know by emailing or by calling in the United States.
Oracle is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability and protected veterans' status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Oracle will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records pursuant to applicable law.
HR Director Africa
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- Partner with the business to develop and implement the HR strategy for Africa.
- Oversee HR projects and initiatives across the African continent.
About Our Client
My client is an established multinational company specialising in advertising, media and communication solutions. Operating across multiple regions, it provides diverse platforms that connect brands with audiences wordwide. The organisation emphasises innovation and sustainability whilst supporting client engagement through various media formats.
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Role Overview:
- Lead the development and execution of the HR strategy across the African operations.
- Drive the formulation and implementation of the BBBEE strategy specific to South Africa.
- Oversee the performance management system to foster a high-achieving culture aligned with business goals.
- Manage workforce costs, including budgeting, policy formulation, and medium-term financial planning.
- Provide leadership and direction to the HR team (including HR Business Partners, HR administration, and payroll) to deliver outstanding HR services to the business.
- Cultivate strong collaboration with global HR counterparts to ensure seamless coordination and alignment between local HR teams and Corporate Centres of Excellence.
- Support regional and global HR projects as needed.
- Develop leadership capabilities to strengthen the organisation's talent pipeline for the future.
- Mentor and guide the leadership team across Africa to drive business outcomes.
- Offer HR consultancy services to management teams across the continent.
- Lead change initiatives that promote ongoing productivity improvements.
- Assess organisational health and spearhead initiatives to enhance company culture and employee engagement.
- Design and implement talent management programs that position the company as an employer of choice.
- Oversee learning and development strategies within the organisation.
- Align succession planning and talent development activities with overall corporate strategy.
- Manage compensation and benefits programs effectively.
- Ensure timely and accurate payroll administration in accordance with established procedures.
- Guarantee compliance with labour laws across all African markets of operation.
- Maintain and update policies and procedures that support the organisation's values and comply with local employment regulations.
- Handle employee relations throughout Africa to minimise risk.
- Oversee recruitment and selection processes to meet business demands.
- Implement onboarding and induction programs that facilitate smooth integration of new hires.
- Promote adherence to HR best practices throughout the organisation.
- Work towards standardising HR processes where feasible across all locations.
- Prepare detailed reports for senior governance bodies including the Board, Executive Committee, and Management Committee.
- Drive the execution of additional strategic HR initiatives critical to organisational success.
The Successful Applicant
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management or Industrial Psychology.
- Minimum of 10 years' experience in Human Resources.
- At least 5 years' experience in a senior leadership role.
- Proven track record of engaging with Executive Committee (EXCO) members.
- Strong leadership and management expertise
- Excellent organisational abilities
- Superior communication skills
- Keen attention to detail
- Willingness to travel as required
- Proficient document and administrative control
- Ability to investigate and resolve queries promptly
- Skilled in handling confidential information with discretion
- Comfortable engaging with senior executives
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
What's on Offer
- Attractive package and bonus on offer
- Opportunity to join a leading multinational organisation
HR Director Africa
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Role Overview:
- Lead the development and execution of the HR strategy across the African operations.
- Drive the formulation and implementation of the BBBEE strategy specific to South Africa.
- Oversee the performance management system to foster a high-achieving culture aligned with business goals.
- Manage workforce costs, including budgeting, policy formulation, and medium-term financial planning.
- Provide leadership and direction to the HR team (including HR Business Partners, HR administration, and payroll) to deliver outstanding HR services to the business.
- Cultivate strong collaboration with global HR counterparts to ensure seamless coordination and alignment between local HR teams and Corporate Centres of Excellence.
- Support regional and global HR projects as needed.
- Develop leadership capabilities to strengthen the organisation's talent pipeline for the future.
- Mentor and guide the leadership team across Africa to drive business outcomes.
- Offer HR consultancy services to management teams across the continent.
- Lead change initiatives that promote ongoing productivity improvements.
- Assess organisational health and spearhead initiatives to enhance company culture and employee engagement.
- Design and implement talent management programs that position the company as an employer of choice.
- Oversee learning and development strategies within the organisation.
- Align succession planning and talent development activities with overall corporate strategy.
- Manage compensation and benefits programs effectively.
- Ensure timely and accurate payroll administration in accordance with established procedures.
- Guarantee compliance with labour laws across all African markets of operation.
- Maintain and update policies and procedures that support the organisation's values and comply with local employment regulations.
- Handle employee relations throughout Africa to minimise risk.
- Oversee recruitment and selection processes to meet business demands.
- Implement onboarding and induction programs that facilitate smooth integration of new hires.
- Promote adherence to HR best practices throughout the organisation.
- Work towards standardising HR processes where feasible across all locations.
- Prepare detailed reports for senior governance bodies including the Board, Executive Committee, and Management Committee.
- Drive the execution of additional strategic HR initiatives critical to organisational success.
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management or Industrial Psychology.
- Minimum of 10 years' experience in Human Resources.
- At least 5 years' experience in a senior leadership role.
- Proven track record of engaging with Executive Committee (EXCO) members.
- Strong leadership and management expertise
- Excellent organisational abilities
- Superior communication skills
- Keen attention to detail
- Willingness to travel as required
- Proficient document and administrative control
- Ability to investigate and resolve queries promptly
- Skilled in handling confidential information with discretion
- Comfortable engaging with senior executives
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Attractive package and bonus on offer
- Opportunity to join a leading multinational organisation
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AESG City of Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
AESG is an international specialist consultancy, engineering, and advisory firm with offices in London, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Singapore, Egypt, South Africa, Australia and Riyadh. We are dedicated to helping solve our clients greatest challenges through collaboration, innovation, and advanced technical solutions. With unparalleled experience gained from working on hundreds of projects, our multidisciplinary team of architects, planners, engineers, scientists, modelers, and project managers work alongside our clients to deliver effective solutions that stand the test of time.
We pride ourselves on being leaders in the industry in each of the services that we offer. We have one of the largest dedicated teams with decades of cumulative experience in sustainable design, fire and life safety, façade engineering, commissioning, building performance, waste management, environmental consultancy, carbon management, and acoustics.
Responsibilities- Administer and support day-to-day HR functions and procedures
- Coordinate onboarding and orientation of new employees
- Manage offboarding activities (e.g., collection of office equipment, exit interviews, issuing service certificates)
- Maintain accurate employee records and HR database
- Support employee relations efforts, including resolving routine workplace issues
- Administer benefit programs and respond to questions regarding policies and procedures
- Ensure compliance with labor laws and company policies
- Assist with performance review cycles and training initiatives
- Administer monthly payroll changes
- Administer the employee medical aid
- Prepare HR reports and support audits as needed
- Participate in HR projects and process improvements
- Provide ad hoc support to the wider operations team (e.g., reviewing office space, office maintenance, organizing company events, liaising with government authorities)
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
- 7 years of HR experience, preferably in a generalist role
- Knowledge of labor laws and HR best practices
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Proficiency in HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite
- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion
- HR certification is a plus
- AESG is a multidisciplinary specialist consultancy offering diverse services and a dynamic work environment
- World-class reputation for innovative thinking and project delivery
- Culture built on staff success, dedication, and passion
- Opportunities for professional development through structured training and mentorship
- Collaborative approach across technical service offerings
- Commitment to health and well-being, team-building, and a healthy work environment
- Dynamic and motivated team with a strong company culture
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#J-18808-LjbffrHuman Resources Manager
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Radisson Hotel Group is one of the world's largest hotel groups with ten distinctive hotel brands, and more than 1,460 hotels in operation and under development in 95+ countries. The Group’s overarching brand promise is Every Moment Matters with a signature Yes I Can! service ethos. People are at the core of our business success and future. Our people are true Moment Makers and together we bring the culture, spirit, environment and opportunities that empower you to be your best, every day, everywhere, every time. Together, we make Every Moment Matter.
OverviewWe are currently seeking a Human Resources Manager, to join our vibrant team at Radisson Collection Hotel Waterfront, Cape Town. At RHG, we are in search of individuals who go beyond the resume – those with character, skills, talents, and a passion for creating memorable experiences. We value mindset as pivotal: anticipating guest needs, supporting your department, and consistently delivering memorable experiences.
Responsibilities- As a Human Resources Manager, you infuse our HR team with a unique blend of strategic vision, a commitment to fostering a positive workplace culture, and an unwavering dedication to the personal and professional growth of our talented workforce.
- Ensures the smooth running of the Human Resources Department, where all areas of responsibility are managed and delivered to the highest levels.
- Works proactively to maximize the guest service and the team experience, delivering a positive and responsive approach to enquiries and problem resolution.
- Develops and implements plans where human resources initiatives & hotel targets are achieved.
- Works with key stakeholders, effectively managing and reviewing the life cycle of the team within the hotel, fostering a culture of growth, development and performance.
- Owner of the Human Resources budget and training plan, where together with management, facilitates the evaluation of team performance.
- Builds and maintains effective working relationships with all key stakeholders and business partners.
- Reviews and scrutinizes employee resourcing, compensation, employee development, training and succession plans, providing recommendations that will enhance performance and provide added value to the individual and the company.
- Ensures adherence and compliance to all legislation where due diligence requirements and best practice activities are planned, delivered and documented for internal and external audit, performing follow-up as required.
- Proven experience in HR with strong problem-solving capabilities.
- Excellent leadership skills with a hands-on approach and lead-by-example work style.
- Commitment to exceptional guest service with a passion for the hospitality industry.
- Ability to find creative solutions, offering advice and recommendations.
- Personal integrity, with the ability to work in an environment that demands excellence, time and energy.
Why Join Radisson Hotel Group?
Live the Magic of Hospitality - Be part of a team that creates exceptional experiences and memorable moments every day. Let your Yes I Can! spirit shine as you bring hospitality to life.
Build a Great Career - No matter your background or experience, we invest in your growth, learning, and career development—helping you reach your full potential.
Experience the Team Spirit - Join a workplace that’s inclusive, fun, and meaningful. We celebrate diversity, support one another, and foster a sense of belonging through our Employee Resource Groups and inclusion initiatives.
Lead with Your Ambition - Your ideas, passion, and drive matter! We empower you to make a difference—in hospitality, your community and beyond.
Enjoy Global & Local Perks - No matter where you’re located, you’ll enjoy exclusive global benefits - like special hotel rates for you and your loved ones at our hotels worldwide. Plus, you’ll have access to local perks and rewards tailored to your country, making your experience even more rewarding!
Join us in shaping the future of hospitality! If you’re ready to bring your talent, energy, and passion, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now and let’s make every moment matter.
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, abilities, and experiences. If you need any adjustments during the application process, please let us know.
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