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Planning Analyst

City of Johannesburg, South Africa (No Local)

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Job Description

The Meetinghouse Facilities Department (MFD) seeks a detail-oriented Planning Analyst to support data-driven decision-making by conducting financial and business analyses on departmental projects and initiatives. The incumbent will evaluate trends, costs, and operational data related to facilities, inventory, and budgets. This role includes resolving customer inquiries and system-related issues, maintaining critical data within the management system database, and providing accurate reports and insights to internal stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for assigned projects, completes detail analysis and research, identifies options, prepares reports, and recommends action or change.
• Communicates with headquarters and field personnel concerning daily customer issues and reporting.
• Assists in the administration of annual plans for other Church departments.
• Conducts analysis and research in such areas as, financial, expenses, performance, depreciation, systems, and capacity.
• Prepare forecasts and analyze trends, general business conditions, and other business-related areas.
• Perform tasks assigned by senior managers.
• Facilitate improvements in business systems that will enable better customer service.
• Create reports & presentations, analyze data, attend meetings, etc.
• Creates queries and provides data to customers in an understandable format.
• Resolves system questions and issues for users in various divisions and departments (Planning, Project Management, Real Estate, Finance, Regional Facilities Managers, DTA's, etc.).
• Updates key information in the database.
• Reconcile financial data between multiple sources.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in related field
• Four years appliable experience, or any combination of related education and experience
• Proficiency with Access, Power Point, Excel and Word is required.
• Capable of performing detailed, technical data analysis along with the use of business processes is essential.
• Must be able to communicate effectively, both written and orally.
• Must be able to keep confidences and deal with sensitive data and documents appropriately.
• Job Identification
• Job Category FC - Facilities, Construction & Real Estate
• Posting Date 08/18/2025, 01:25 PM
• Locations 5 A Jubilie Rd, Parktown, 2193, ZA (No Local)
• Apply Before 09/05/2025, 09:55 AM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Regular or Temporary Regular
• Worker Type Employee
• Number of Openings 1
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Job Title/position

Planning Administrator

Number Of Positions

1

Function and Business Unit: Infrastructure

Description Of The Role And Purpose Of The Job

To assist the National Audit Planner in the smooth operation of general administrative duties

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting with planning staff on a daily basis
• On a daily basis comparing the unassigned register with the planner
• Planning of trainees on the relevant / compulsory training courses in GLMS
• Generating monthly training reports – who was booked, and did not attend and reasons, etc
• Compile and send training attended reports to the BU
• Responsible for all duties pertaining to Oracle Absence Management i.e. Making sure the necessary authorisation for all types has been given before approving/rejecting leave, checking leave balances, monitoring sick leave and other leave types,
• Responsible for idle register and sending daily emails to BU re idle trainees
• Monitoring of and generating monthly idle time reports
• Takes full responsibility for the vacation student process
• Loading and updating information on the databases eg. Retain, GLMS
• Attending to email requests in the National Audit planning email folder
• Responsible for obtaining available of staff to assist National HR with BU representation at universities.
• Responsible for the monitoring and follow-up on idle, admin and training workflow reports
• Perform tasks relating to the day-to-day management of the department
• Perform all other ad hoc tasks, projects and activities as required to achieve the goals of the department
  
  

Skills

Skills and attributes required for the role:

• Ability to use initiative with flexibility and lateral thinking where necessary;
• Willingness to take on different tasks;
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong team interaction
• Excellent database administration skills
• Strong administration and good organisational skills
• Accuracy and attention to detail is critical
• Ability to function under pressure and tight deadlines
• Ability to produce clear, structured and concise written communication
• Ability to deal effectively with individuals at all levels and maintain confidentiality
  
  

Personal Attributes

• Proactive
• Self motivated
• Ability to deal effectively with individuals at all levels and maintain confidentiality
• Able to work without supervision
• Use logical thought processes, take responsibility and accountability for work allocated
  
  

Minimum requirements to apply for the role (including qualifications and experience):

• Matric Certificate (Grade 12);
• Minimum of 18 months post matric certificate in office administration
• A 3-year post matric qualification will be an advantage
• Experience in office administration will be an advantage
• Proficient in Word, Excel, and Power Point, Outlook.

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Job Description

The Meetinghouse Facilities Department (MFD) seeks a detail-oriented Planning Analyst to support data-driven decision-making by conducting financial and business analyses on departmental projects and initiatives. The incumbent will evaluate trends, costs, and operational data related to facilities, inventory, and budgets. This role includes resolving customer inquiries and system-related issues, maintaining critical data within the management system database, and providing accurate reports and insights to internal stakeholders.

Job Description

The Meetinghouse Facilities Department (MFD) seeks a detail-oriented Planning Analyst to support data-driven decision-making by conducting financial and business analyses on departmental projects and initiatives. The incumbent will evaluate trends, costs, and operational data related to facilities, inventory, and budgets. This role includes resolving customer inquiries and system-related issues, maintaining critical data within the management system database, and providing accurate reports and insights to internal stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Prepare forecasts and analyze business trends, conditions, and related data.
• Manage assigned projects by conducting detailed analysis and research, identifying options, preparing reports, and recommending actions or improvements.
• Create and manage work orders for implementation by meetinghouse facilities divisions and maintain accurate data to ensure timely execution.
• Translate meetinghouse request data provided by priesthood leaders into clear, actionable information for internal stakeholders
• Assist in the development and administration of annual and master plans to ensure alignment with organizational goals
• Conduct qualitative and quantitative analyses of existing and projected facilities within the Area to help with planning, resource allocation, and decision-making
• Drive enhancements in business systems to streamline processes, improve efficiency, and deliver exceptional customer service outcomes
• Coordinate project implementation across Meetinghouse Facilities divisions to ensure timely, efficient, and successful execution
• Ensure that data reconciled across multiple systems use by Meetinghouse Planning i.e. (FLS, PowerApps, Master Plan etc.)
• Conduct ad hoc analyses to generate actionable insights that inform decisions and enhance operational effectiveness
  
  

Qualifications

• Must hold a current / valid temple recommend and/or be worthy to hold one.
• Bachelor’s degree in related field
• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following qualifications: finance, data analysis/Economics/Business Management, or related field with 2 years’ relevant work experience
• Proficiency with Emails, Power Point, Excel and Word is required.
• Capable of performing detailed, technical data analysis along with the use of business processes is essential.
• Must be able to communicate effectively, both written and orally.
• Must be able to keep confidence and deal with sensitive data and documents appropriately.

Seniority level

• Seniority level Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type Full-time

Job function

• Job function Business Development and Sales
• Industries Religious Institutions and Non-profit Organizations

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Planning Manager Benoni
📍 Permanent Position Benoni
We are recruiting for a Planning Manager to join our clients production team.

This role requires a strong leader with proven experience in manufacturing planning and SAP systems, able to drive efficiency, resolve planning challenges, and improve production performance.

✅ Key Requirements:

• Diploma/Degree in Production / Logistics / Operations / Engineering (essential).
• Industrial Engineering Degree / CPIM certificate (advantageous).
• Min 7 years planning experience in manufacturing, including 2+ years in a leadership role.
• SAP working knowledge highly advantageous.
• Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

📌 Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain & manage the Master Production Schedule.
• Monitor capacity constraints & resolve machine loading issues.
• Oversee routings, NCRs, MRP clean-up & SAP data accuracy.
• Ensure consumption of material in SAP and validate drawings before release.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce costs & lead times.
• Report on OEE and production planning KPIs.

Reporting to the Production Manager - Injection Moulding JOB PURPOSE: To manage the planning function by developing and executing an optimised Master Schedule and inventory plans that align with sales forecasts, customer demand, and operational capacity. To ensure effective workflow of materials and information across departments through proactive planning, expediting, and continuous improvement of planning processes, tools, and reporting systems. JOB FUNCTION: Continuous Improvement Achieve on-time delivery targets, optimise planning accuracy and lead-times, and resolve process bottlenecks through strategic initiatives and kaizen projects. Expediting: Fast-track critical orders, monitor stock levels, and coordinate with procurement, production, and sales to prevent delays and meet customer commitments. General Administration: Respond to queries promptly, maintain planning systems, and support operational teams to achieve performance targets Internal Stakeholders Support: Act as the central link between production, sales, logistics, and procurement, ensuring proactive communication of schedules and order status. Order Fulfilment: Manage the Master Schedule, meet sales targets, update ERP/MRP systems, and align shop floor priorities to optimise capacity usage. Reporting: Produce accurate weekly planning, fulfilment, and capacity reports, highlighting risks and maintaining data integrity. Team Management: Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing planning team while upholding company HR standards QUALIFICATION & REQUIREMENTS: Grade 12 CPIM Professional Certification (or similar) Bachelors Degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Production/ Operations Management or Logistics (Advantage) 8 years experience production/materials planning experience in a manufacturing environment including. 3 years in supervisory/management capacity, overseeing planners or schedulers. Proven experience with ERP/MRP systems and advanced Excel/data analytics skills. Continuous learner, customer focused, initiates action, manages work, problem solver, can build a successful team, good communication skills and quality orientated.

Job Title/positionPlanning AdministratorNumber Of Positions1 Function and Business Unit: Infrastructure Description Of The Role And Purpose Of The JobTo assist the National Audit Planner in the smooth operation of general administrative dutiesKey ResponsibilitiesAssisting with planning staff on a daily basis On a daily basis comparing the unassigned register with the planner Planning of trainees on the relevant / compulsory training courses in GLMS Generating monthly training reports – who was booked, and did not attend and reasons, etc Compile and send training attended reports to the BU Responsible for all duties pertaining to Oracle Absence Management i.e. Making sure the necessary authorisation for all types has been given before approving/rejecting leave, checking leave balances, monitoring sick leave and other leave types, Responsible for idle register and sending daily emails to BU re idle trainees Monitoring of and generating monthly idle time reports Takes full responsibility for the vacation student process Loading and updating information on the databases eg. Retain, GLMS Attending to email requests in the National Audit planning email folder Responsible for obtaining available of staff to assist National HR with BU representation at universities. Responsible for the monitoring and follow-up on idle, admin and training workflow reports Perform tasks relating to the day-to-day management of the department Perform all other ad hoc tasks, projects and activities as required to achieve the goals of the department SkillsSkills and attributes required for the role: Ability to use initiative with flexibility and lateral thinking where necessary; Willingness to take on different tasks; Strong interpersonal and communication skills Strong team interaction Excellent database administration skills Strong administration and good organisational skills Accuracy and attention to detail is critical Ability to function under pressure and tight deadlines Ability to produce clear, structured and concise written communication Ability to deal effectively with individuals at all levels and maintain confidentiality Personal AttributesProactive Self motivated Ability to deal effectively with individuals at all levels and maintain confidentiality Able to work without supervision Use logical thought processes, take responsibility and accountability for work allocated Minimum requirements to apply for the role (including qualifications and experience): Matric Certificate (Grade 12); Minimum of 18 months post matric certificate in office administration A 3-year post matric qualification will be an advantage Experience in office administration will be an advantage Proficient in Word, Excel, and Power Point, Outlook. #J-18808-Ljbffr

The incumbent will be responsible and accountable for the facilitation, guiding, directing, consolidation, monitoring and status reporting of SANBS Strategic Workforce Planning (SWP) processes, initiatives, actions and implementation plans.

Key Performance Areas

KPA 1: Direct and facilitate, guide & drive SWP in SANBS

1. Provide specialists input by facilitating and directing, and driving all SWP processes and activities to ensure consistent application with optimal return for the business.
2. Manage the SWP process from start to finish and accept final responsibility of the organization-wide workforce plan.
3. Develop and implement the SWP policy, governance and frameworks.
4. Coordinate and schedule all SWP processes and activities ensuring alignment with the annual business cycle, leadership and reporting protocols.
5. Ensure all divisional SWP plans are timely submitted and comply with the SWP procedures and specifications.
6. Support divisions with SWP implementation and actions and proactively advise to ensure optimal return on investment.

KPA 2: Relationship Management

1. Strategic partner to the Executives, Senior Managers & Managers within SANBS to support SWP.
2. SWP stakeholder relationships management across the Departments and Divisions.
3. Support and enable a common SWP understanding in SANBS.
4. Ensure integration of all the functions in the SWP process and synergies and opportunities are fully exploited.
5. Close working relationship with Learning & Development to ensure the training matrix is active and supports all the SWP processes and actions.

KPA 3: Management of the SWP Annual Scenario Planning processes

1. Facilitate, direct and coordinate the annual SWP scenario planning process per department ensuring consistent application across SANBS.
2. Custodian of SWP templates and tools, ensuring templates and tools are reviewed when required to support efficiencies and effectiveness.
3. Ensure efficient scheduling and communication to support timely delivery.
4. Consolidate all divisional scenario plans in the SANBS plan, clearly articulating time, deliverables, actions and accountability.

KPA 4: Monitoring of SWP action plans, implementation

1. Proactively monitor the implementation and progress on all SWP action plans and identify potential opportunities to improve when required.
2. Interpret, provide input and revise (if necessary) divisional action plans, if no longer serving the organization.

KPA 5: Reporting

1. Consolidated SWP Reporting: Quarterly & Annually, ensuring accuracy and timely reporting.
2. Develop and submit reports detailing the link to business performance and quantify impact.
3. Develop reports associated with the 5-year strategic plan time horizon of the organization.

KPA 6: Up-to-date, accurate data and information management for SWP

1. Implement and ensure all information utilized on the SWP system and/or database/s is up-to-date and accurate.
2. Quality assurance checks and audits of information on a regular basis to ensure accuracy, relevancy and up-to-date information.
3. Ensure a procedure to maintain all information sources utilized effectively.
4. Develop appropriate and efficient systems to ensure accurate data management.
5. Interpret the SANBS workforce data and provide recommendations to senior leadership.

KPA 7: SWP Stakeholder Management

1. Support a consistent and common understanding of SWP across SANBS by developing communications for utilization by the Executives and Managers.
2. Draft SWP messaging and communication to support SWP implementation.
3. Drive change management to ensure strategic alignment with all relevant stakeholders in the process.

KPA 8: Risk Management

1. Identify potential early warning SWP risks and propose mitigating actions for approval and implementation.
2. Assist and support internal and external auditors by submitting correct data and reports.
3. Ensure organization-wide adherence to SWP policy and procedures.
4. Integrate SWP risks into the broader organizational strategic risk register.

KPA 9: Continuous Improvement and quality management

1. Identify opportunities to improve SWP and business processes at appropriate intervals.
2. Proactively identify opportunities and potential synergies across the business with skills planning and integration to talent mapping processes.
3. Incorporate SWP opportunities into the SANBS quality management system.
4. Track and monitor process improvements actions.

KPA 10: SWP Governance

1. Ensure SWP policies and procedures are up-to-date and support the business needs and requirements whilst adhering to labour laws and legislation.
2. Ensure SWP templates are reviewed timeously to support efficiencies and effectiveness of SWP operations.
3. Ensure a common understanding of SWP processes and procedures across SANBS.

Cognitive Skills

• Analytical thinking and attention to detail.
• Management Control.
• Project Management.
• Change Management.
• Holistic / Big Picture.
• Judgment and Decision making.
• Problem solving.
• Planning, Organizing and Monitoring.
• Knowledge of ER theory, concepts and best practice.

Personal Skills

• Ethical behaviour.
• Excellence Orientation.
• Resilience and stress management.
• Self-Management.
• Customer Service Orientation.
• Confidentiality.
• Resourceful.

Interpersonal Skills

• Communication.
• Conflict Management.
• Knowledge Sharing.
• Organizational Awareness.
• Relationship Building.
• Teamwork.

Professional Technical Skills

• Systems Competence.
• Business and Financial Acumen.
• Best Practice Thinking.
• SWP Practice.
• Business process understanding.
• Presentation and Business writing skills.

Leadership Skills

• Practical Execution Management.

Education

• Degree in Business, Strategic Management, Human Resources, Industrial Psychology or equivalent.
• Honors degree will be an advantage.

Experience and Knowledge Requirements

• 5 to 8 years relevant experience.
• Proven track record in the application of analytics in decision-making.
• Advanced Excel and data management skills.
• Understanding of the strategic management principles and processes.
• In-depth knowledge and understanding of strategic human resource management.
• Excellent understanding of operational business activities and relationship to manpower planning.
• Excellent understanding of skills development.
• In-depth knowledge and understanding of strategic workforce planning.
• The ability to translate business needs and requirements into practical people solutions.
• Knowledge of Labour Legislation.
• Advanced knowledge of information technology systems (SAP preferred).
• Up-to-date knowledge and understanding of new developments and strategies in Human Resources, transformation, high-performance cultures and change environments.
• Exposure and experience in/to a unionized environment.
• The ability to inspire, influence and create a positive work environment and atmosphere.
• The ability to understand, respect and work with all levels, different management styles, different personalities, work approaches, and cultures.

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The incumbent will be responsible and accountable for the facilitation, guiding, directing, consolidation, monitoring and status reporting of SANBS Strategic Workforce Planning (SWP) processes, initiatives, actions and implementation plans. Key Performance Areas KPA 1: Direct and facilitate, guide & drive SWP in SANBS Provide specialists input by facilitating and directing, and driving all SWP processes and activities to ensure consistent application with optimal return for the business. Manage the SWP process from start to finish and accept final responsibility of the organization-wide workforce plan. Develop and implement the SWP policy, governance and frameworks. Coordinate and schedule all SWP processes and activities ensuring alignment with the annual business cycle, leadership and reporting protocols. Ensure all divisional SWP plans are timely submitted and comply with the SWP procedures and specifications. Support divisions with SWP implementation and actions and proactively advise to ensure optimal return on investment. KPA 2: Relationship Management Strategic partner to the Executives, Senior Managers & Managers within SANBS to support SWP. SWP stakeholder relationships management across the Departments and Divisions. Support and enable a common SWP understanding in SANBS. Ensure integration of all the functions in the SWP process and synergies and opportunities are fully exploited. Close working relationship with Learning & Development to ensure the training matrix is active and supports all the SWP processes and actions. KPA 3: Management of the SWP Annual Scenario Planning processes Facilitate, direct and coordinate the annual SWP scenario planning process per department ensuring consistent application across SANBS. Custodian of SWP templates and tools, ensuring templates and tools are reviewed when required to support efficiencies and effectiveness. Ensure efficient scheduling and communication to support timely delivery. Consolidate all divisional scenario plans in the SANBS plan, clearly articulating time, deliverables, actions and accountability. KPA 4: Monitoring of SWP action plans, implementation Proactively monitor the implementation and progress on all SWP action plans and identify potential opportunities to improve when required. Interpret, provide input and revise (if necessary) divisional action plans, if no longer serving the organization. KPA 5: Reporting Consolidated SWP Reporting: Quarterly & Annually, ensuring accuracy and timely reporting. Develop and submit reports detailing the link to business performance and quantify impact. Develop reports associated with the 5-year strategic plan time horizon of the organization. KPA 6: Up-to-date, accurate data and information management for SWP Implement and ensure all information utilized on the SWP system and/or database/s is up-to-date and accurate. Quality assurance checks and audits of information on a regular basis to ensure accuracy, relevancy and up-to-date information. Ensure a procedure to maintain all information sources utilized effectively. Develop appropriate and efficient systems to ensure accurate data management. Interpret the SANBS workforce data and provide recommendations to senior leadership. KPA 7: SWP Stakeholder Management Support a consistent and common understanding of SWP across SANBS by developing communications for utilization by the Executives and Managers. Draft SWP messaging and communication to support SWP implementation. Drive change management to ensure strategic alignment with all relevant stakeholders in the process. KPA 8: Risk Management Identify potential early warning SWP risks and propose mitigating actions for approval and implementation. Assist and support internal and external auditors by submitting correct data and reports. Ensure organization-wide adherence to SWP policy and procedures. Integrate SWP risks into the broader organizational strategic risk register. KPA 9: Continuous Improvement and quality management Identify opportunities to improve SWP and business processes at appropriate intervals. Proactively identify opportunities and potential synergies across the business with skills planning and integration to talent mapping processes. Incorporate SWP opportunities into the SANBS quality management system. Track and monitor process improvements actions. KPA 10: SWP Governance Ensure SWP policies and procedures are up-to-date and support the business needs and requirements whilst adhering to labour laws and legislation. Ensure SWP templates are reviewed timeously to support efficiencies and effectiveness of SWP operations. Ensure a common understanding of SWP processes and procedures across SANBS. Cognitive Skills Analytical thinking and attention to detail. Management Control. Project Management. Change Management. Holistic / Big Picture. Judgment and Decision making. Problem solving. Planning, Organizing and Monitoring. Knowledge of ER theory, concepts and best practice. Personal Skills Ethical behaviour. Excellence Orientation. Resilience and stress management. Self-Management. Customer Service Orientation. Confidentiality. Resourceful. Interpersonal Skills Communication. Conflict Management. Knowledge Sharing. Organizational Awareness. Relationship Building. Teamwork. Professional Technical Skills Systems Competence. Business and Financial Acumen. Best Practice Thinking. SWP Practice. Business process understanding. Presentation and Business writing skills. Leadership Skills Practical Execution Management. Education Degree in Business, Strategic Management, Human Resources, Industrial Psychology or equivalent. Honors degree will be an advantage. Experience and Knowledge Requirements 5 to 8 years relevant experience. Proven track record in the application of analytics in decision-making. Advanced Excel and data management skills. Understanding of the strategic management principles and processes. In-depth knowledge and understanding of strategic human resource management. Excellent understanding of operational business activities and relationship to manpower planning. Excellent understanding of skills development. In-depth knowledge and understanding of strategic workforce planning. The ability to translate business needs and requirements into practical people solutions. Knowledge of Labour Legislation. Advanced knowledge of information technology systems (SAP preferred). Up-to-date knowledge and understanding of new developments and strategies in Human Resources, transformation, high-performance cultures and change environments. Exposure and experience in/to a unionized environment. The ability to inspire, influence and create a positive work environment and atmosphere. The ability to understand, respect and work with all levels, different management styles, different personalities, work approaches, and cultures. #J-18808-Ljbffr

The incumbent will be responsible and accountable for the facilitation, guiding, directing, consolidation, monitoring and status reporting of SANBS Strategic Workforce Planning (SWP) processes, initiatives, actions and implementation plans. Key Performance Areas KPA 1: Direct and facilitate, guide & drive SWP in SANBS Provide specialists input by facilitating and directing, and driving all SWP processes and activities to ensure consistent application with optimal return for the business. Manage the SWP process from start to finish and accept final responsibility of the organization-wide workforce plan. Develop and implement the SWP policy, governance and frameworks. Coordinate and schedule all SWP processes and activities ensuring alignment with the annual business cycle, leadership and reporting protocols. Ensure all divisional SWP plans are timely submitted and comply with the SWP procedures and specifications. Support divisions with SWP implementation and actions and proactively advise to ensure optimal return on investment. KPA 2: Relationship Management Strategic partner to the Executives, Senior Managers & Managers within SANBS to support SWP. SWP stakeholder relationships management across the Departments and Divisions. Support and enable a common SWP understanding in SANBS. Ensure integration of all the functions in the SWP process and synergies and opportunities are fully exploited. Close working relationship with Learning & Development to ensure the training matrix is active and supports all the SWP processes and actions. KPA 3: Management of the SWP Annual Scenario Planning processes Facilitate, direct and coordinate the annual SWP scenario planning process per department ensuring consistent application across SANBS. Custodian of SWP templates and tools, ensuring templates and tools are reviewed when required to support efficiencies and effectiveness. Ensure efficient scheduling and communication to support timely delivery. Consolidate all divisional scenario plans in the SANBS plan, clearly articulating time, deliverables, actions and accountability. KPA 4: Monitoring of SWP action plans, implementation Proactively monitor the implementation and progress on all SWP action plans and identify potential opportunities to improve when required. Interpret, provide input and revise (if necessary) divisional action plans, if no longer serving the organization. KPA 5: Reporting Consolidated SWP Reporting: Quarterly & Annually, ensuring accuracy and timely reporting. Develop and submit reports detailing the link to business performance and quantify impact. Develop reports associated with the 5-year strategic plan time horizon of the organization. KPA 6: Up-to-date, accurate data and information management for SWP Implement and ensure all information utilized on the SWP system and/or database/s is up-to-date and accurate. Quality assurance checks and audits of information on a regular basis to ensure accuracy, relevancy and up-to-date information. Ensure a procedure to maintain all information sources utilized effectively. Develop appropriate and efficient systems to ensure accurate data management. Interpret the SANBS workforce data and provide recommendations to senior leadership. KPA 7: SWP Stakeholder Management Support a consistent and common understanding of SWP across SANBS by developing communications for utilization by the Executives and Managers. Draft SWP messaging and communication to support SWP implementation. Drive change management to ensure strategic alignment with all relevant stakeholders in the process. KPA 8: Risk Management Identify potential early warning SWP risks and propose mitigating actions for approval and implementation. Assist and support internal and external auditors by submitting correct data and reports. Ensure organization-wide adherence to SWP policy and procedures. Integrate SWP risks into the broader organizational strategic risk register. KPA 9: Continuous Improvement and quality management Identify opportunities to improve SWP and business processes at appropriate intervals. Proactively identify opportunities and potential synergies across the business with skills planning and integration to talent mapping processes. Incorporate SWP opportunities into the SANBS quality management system. Track and monitor process improvements actions. KPA 10: SWP Governance Ensure SWP policies and procedures are up-to-date and support the business needs and requirements whilst adhering to labour laws and legislation. Ensure SWP templates are reviewed timeously to support efficiencies and effectiveness of SWP operations. Ensure a common understanding of SWP processes and procedures across SANBS. Cognitive Skills Analytical thinking and attention to detail. Management Control. Project Management. Change Management. Holistic / Big Picture. Judgment and Decision making. Problem solving. Planning, Organizing and Monitoring. Knowledge of ER theory, concepts and best practice. Personal Skills Ethical behaviour. Excellence Orientation. Resilience and stress management. Self-Management. Customer Service Orientation. Confidentiality. Resourceful. Interpersonal Skills Communication. Conflict Management. Knowledge Sharing. Organizational Awareness. Relationship Building. Teamwork. Professional Technical Skills Systems Competence. Business and Financial Acumen. Best Practice Thinking. SWP Practice. Business process understanding. Presentation and Business writing skills. Leadership Skills Practical Execution Management. Education Degree in Business, Strategic Management, Human Resources, Industrial Psychology or equivalent. Honors degree will be an advantage. Experience and Knowledge Requirements 5 to 8 years relevant experience. Proven track record in the application of analytics in decision-making. Advanced Excel and data management skills. Understanding of the strategic management principles and processes. In-depth knowledge and understanding of strategic human resource management. Excellent understanding of operational business activities and relationship to manpower planning. Excellent understanding of skills development. In-depth knowledge and understanding of strategic workforce planning. The ability to translate business needs and requirements into practical people solutions. Knowledge of Labour Legislation. Advanced knowledge of information technology systems (SAP preferred). Up-to-date knowledge and understanding of new developments and strategies in Human Resources, transformation, high-performance cultures and change environments. Exposure and experience in/to a unionized environment. The ability to inspire, influence and create a positive work environment and atmosphere. The ability to understand, respect and work with all levels, different management styles, different personalities, work approaches, and cultures. #J-18808-Ljbffr