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Senior Finance Resource Management

Sandton, Gauteng Absa Group

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Empowering Africa’s tomorrow, together…one story at a time.

With over 100 years of rich history and strongly positioned as a local bank with regional and international expertise, a career with our family offers the opportunity to be part of this exciting growth journey, to reset our future and shape our destiny as a proudly African group.

Job Summary

The Head of ARO Treasury Financial Resource Management is responsible to ensure that ARO Treasury financial resources are effectively planned, allocated, and utilised across the ARO Entities, contributing to long-term financial stability and growth, reporting to the ARO Treasurer. The role enables sound financial decision-making, supports strategic initiatives, and works towards enhancing the Group’s overall financial performance and competitiveness. It requires strategic vision, in-depth expertise, and leadership to actively steer the Entity balance sheets to align with the Entity ALCO and Group strategic objectives.

The Key Focus Of This Role Is To

  • Ensure optimal and efficient allocation and usage of scarce financial resources (capital, funding and leverage exposure) across ARO Treasury
  • Facilitate the optimisation of value aligned performance measures (Return on Regulatory Capital (Group lens of entities) and Return on Equity ) based on the plans for the Entities and Treasury cluster.

Job Description

Acc o u nt ab ili t y : Financial Resource Planning, Optimisation and Engagement

  • Manage the production and reporting of ARO Entity and Treasury RoRC performance on a monthly basis, ensuring timely and accurate flash and final reporting to Entity ALCOs and MBRs.
  • Explain monthly changes in RoRC performance, potential enhancement actions required and support ALCos with managing balance sheet, liquidity and capital optimisations required to improve performance, as required
  • Monitor and explain changes in Entity and Group endowment allocations ensuring effective margin stability and PnL management in ARO Treasury, with alignment to TES investment management approach and returns
  • Design embed and mature an effective FR allocation approach across Entity treasuries, based on resource scarcity and optimising of capital returns for the ARO Business and Group.
  • Continuously evaluate the effective usage of capital by Entities in comparison with agreed targets and highlight opportunities where FR resources could be better deployed to achieve higher returns or mitigate risks more efficiently.
  • Lead discussions with ARO Treasuries on additional financial resource demand and recommend efficient allocation of additional financial resources.
  • Develop a detailed plan for effectively embedding Return on Risk-Adjusted Capital (RoRC) at both the Entity ALCOs. This involves partnering with ARO BUs and Risk to support effective financial resource management.
  • Embed effective monitoring mechanisms to track the success of SARB RWA use and RoRC performance of Entities and ARO Treasury to budgets
  • Drive the development and tracking of tactical plans and scorecard performance relating to SARB RWA use and Earnings growth across ARO Treasury and recommend enhancement actions where required.

Acc o u nt ab ili t y : Financial Resource Performance Management and Governance

  • Design, develop and produce FR MI and document any required Business applications that support effective decision making and capital allocation within Entities, supporting ALCOs with re-allocation, increase requests or return of Group capital
  • Establish an appropriate FR forecasting process to drive decisions.
  • Ensure support and alignment with Group Financial Resource Management objectives and priorities, embedding in Entities via ALCOs and within ARO Treasury
  • Orchestrate the necessary process to facilitate regular strategic alignment between Group, and finance and cascaded to the individual Entities and ARO Treasuries
  • Provide robust and forward-looking FR allocation and returns performance strategic updates to ARO Treasury Committee covering Entity and ARO Treasury performance
  • Support CIB FRM and ARO RBB FRM committees with ARO Entity and ARO Treasury updates as required

Acc o u nt ab ili t y : Data Monetisation and Digital Adoption

  • Consider the explicit use of data and its inherent value to explore opportunities, plan and guide all decisions for execution.
  • Ensure full alignment of metrics and financial resource positions with Compass and ARO and Group Finance reporting
  • Use data to obtain a quantifiable economic benefit for the area of accountability, leveraging Internal or indirect capacity to make measurable business performance improvements and inform decisions accordingly.
  • Provide effective fit for purpose tooling for FR management through deriving maximum value from a digital process or solution
  • Deliberately seek opportunities to digitise, automate and implement solutions for customer primacy, innovation, and operational effectiveness.

Acc o u nt ab ili t y : Good Governance, Risk and Compliance

  • Influence the implementation of effective internal controls system and corporate governance under ARO Treasury accountability.
  • Ensure compliance to all Group policies and Standards.
  • Responsible for establishing and maintaining an appropriate governance framework to support the primary accountability for internal management reporting that supports effective decision making.

Facilitate interaction with key internal stakeholders, including Entity ALCOs, Group Treasury, ARO CFOs, Risk and Cluster / business unit teams, on key FRM matters.

Education

Postgraduate Degrees and Professional Qualifications: Financial Sciences (Required)

Absa Bank Limited is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. In compliance with the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups whose appointments will contribute towards achievement of equitable demographic representation of our workforce profile and add to the diversity of the Bank.

Absa Bank Limited reserves the right not to make an appointment to the post as advertised

Seniority level
  • Seniority level Not Applicable
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  • Employment type Full-time
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  • Job function Finance and Sales

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Head: ARO Financial Resource Management

Sandton, Gauteng Absa Group

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Empowering Africa’s tomorrow, together…one story at a time.

With over 100 years of rich history and strongly positioned as a local bank with regional and international expertise, a career with our family offers the opportunity to be part of this exciting growth journey, to reset our future and shape our destiny as a proudly African group.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Absa Regional Operations (ARO) Treasurer, the Financial Resource Management (FRM) Head will be responsible for FRM in ARO which spans 10 subsidiaries in 9 markets across Africa.
The FRM Head will support the execution of Absa Regional Operations (ARO) Financial Resource Management strategy by enabling effective capital allocation and balance sheet utilisation. Provide financial leadership, analytical insight, and business partnering that drives risk-return alignment, financial efficiency, and delivery against ARO and ARO RBB strategic objectives
The FRM head will collaborate with Finance, Treasury and Risk and be responsible for assessing subsidiary performance against Group hurdles at a legal entity level. The ARO FRM Head will also be responsible for capital allocation and returns performance monitoring across ARO Retail and Business Bank (RBB).

Job Description

Performance enablement

  • Partner with business and finance leads to translate strategic objectives into resource allocation priorities, financial targets, and return hurdles.
  • Enable disciplined financial decision-making through insight-led business cases, pricing recommendations, and performance analysis.
  • Develop methodologies and tools to enable complete and consistent measurement of risks and returns
  • Participate in performance reviews with business unit heads, providing views on financial and resource drivers of returns and alignment to FRM strategy.
  • Lead development of management information for ARO Entity and ARO RBB performance by Country and Segment
  • Support a culture of accountability through monitoring and reporting capital usage against allocation and performance against Business commitments / targets (RoRC; RoE; RWA use)
  • Present on related FRM performance matters to the ARO/ ARO RBB FRM Committee
  • Support in-country ALCOs with the appropriate management information and guidance on capital management options to improve Entity, BU and Group returns
  • Ensure timely, consistent and effective engagements on FRM matters with in-country Treasuries and Finance at Country ALCOs

Strategic Forecasting & Resource Planning

  • Support the delivery of BU level financial forecasts (MTP, STP, RAF) with an FRM lens—capital efficiency, liquidity impact, and balance sheet use.
  • Drive structured trade-off analyses across growth, risk, and return, using analytics to support strategic resource shifts.
  • Guide on capital re-allocations to support stronger ARO / ARO RBB and Group returns

Analytics and Business Partnering

  • Deliver actionable analytics that inform balance sheet and financial resource tilt, aligned to FRM objectives.
  • Consolidate and interpret performance data across products, customer segments, and business units to guide commercial strategy
  • Maintain oversight of FRM-related risks, including pricing policy exceptions, below-hurdle approvals, and financial resource consumption risks.
  • Collaborate with Treasury, Risk and Finance to ensure capital plans and financial forecasts align with internal risk appetite and regulatory requirements.

Competencies

  • Financial Resource and Treasury subject-matter- expertise in large commercial banking groups
  • Regulatory capital subject-matter expertise and deep experience of driving effective capital allocation and investor returns growth strategies
  • Sound Investor and commercial investment evaluation expertise
  • Proficiency in data analysis tools (Excel, Power BI, Financial reporting systems)
  • Banking regulation (Expert)
  • Writing & reporting (Advanced)
  • Presentation skills (Advanced)
  • Understanding of systems used (Advanced)
  • Excellent planning and organisational skills (Advanced)
  • Excellent communication skills (Advanced)
  • Relationship management and networking (Advanced)
  • Strong performance management and coaching skills (Advanced)
  • Ability to think creatively (Advanced)
  • Ability to react positively under pressure (Advanced)
  • Good understanding of the policies and strategies (Advanced)
  • Understanding of Banking operating structures (Advanced)
  • Change management (Advanced)

Education And Experience Required

  • Minimum B-degree (NQF level no.7) Desired Post Graduate Degree (NQF level no.8+), and Advanced Diplomas: Business, Commerce and Management Studies
  • 5+ years professional financial management experience
  • Preferred team lead in a Treasury or Finance Function teams or in professional environments
  • Experience in business transformation contexts related to business growth
  • Experienced in Senior Management and Committee management
  • Broad Finance including strategic, commercial, legal, risk and operational aspects
  • Ability to build, develop & lead professional level teams
  • Understanding of the financial services sector within a professional business environment

Knowledge of people change management

Education

Bachelor's Degree: Accounting

Absa Bank Limited is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. In compliance with the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups whose appointments will contribute towards achievement of equitable demographic representation of our workforce profile and add to the diversity of the Bank.

Absa Bank Limited reserves the right not to make an appointment to the post as advertised

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Internship Programme: Human Resource Management N6 TVET

Foot Gear SA

Posted 10 days ago

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This program aims at exposing unemployed young N6 graduates to workplace practices for a duration of 18 months in order to maximize their chances of being employed and to obtain their National Diploma. During your internship with us you will get to work with a young, driven, supportive team in a fun, friendly and professional environment.

You can expect excellent mentorship, great leadership and overall exposure in the department. You will be working on a variety of projects within the department that gives a kickstart to your career.

Skills and Competencies we look for candidates with the following qualities:

• Whole leadership: I lead myself and others to make a difference and deliver results in a responsible, authentic, resilient, inclusive and passionate manner.

p>• Business acumen: I bring innovation, and insight to create distinctive value for the business.

p>• Global acumen: I operate and collaborate effectively with a mindset that transcends geographic and cultural boundaries.

p>• Relationships: I build relationships of high value which are genuine and rooted in trust.

Dimensions required:

  • Initiative & Willingness to learn
  • Communication
  • Problem solver
  • Attention to detail
  • Ability to work under pressure

Minimum requirements:

  • Studied Human Resource Management at a registered FET College
  • Must be in possession of an N6 Certificate in Human Resource Management
  • Provide proof of N4, N5 and N6 Certificate (certified)
  • Computer Literacy (MS Office)
  • Excellent Verbal & written communication skills
  • Willingness to learn
  • Self-motivated
  • Willingness to work extra hours when required
  • Immediately available
  • The N6 graduate will be paid a stipend of R3 000.00 per month.
  • Please attach CV, certified N4, N5 and N6 Certificate and ID (within 3 months)

CLOSING DATE: 18 July 2025

APPLY TODAY!

 NB: Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.

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ACADEMIC PROGRAMME LEADER: MASTER OF COMMERCE IN HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

Durban, KwaZulu Natal MANCOSA

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ACADEMIC PROGRAMME LEADER: MASTER OF COMMERCE IN HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

Listing reference: manco_000650

Listing status: Online

Apply by: 19 January 2025

Position summary

Job category: University and Academy

Location: Durban

Contract: Fixed Term Contract

EE position: Yes

Introduction

MANCOSA, a DHET registered and CHE accredited private higher education distance education provider, offering undergraduate and postgraduate business qualifications, has the following vacancy available: Academic Programme Leader: Master Of Commerce in Human Resource Management.

CORE FUNCTIONS INCLUDE:

The role is to provide efficient direction and oversight for the Master of Commerce in Human Resource Management programme. This role involves a comprehensive range of duties focused on ensuring the programme's success and excellence, while also providing support for the academic and professional development of students and the School of Human Resource Management. Specifically, the position requires leadership of the programme, encompassing the following aspects:

  • Programme Management and Leadership: Align with MANCOSA’s vision, mission, and strategy. Establish and maintain programme philosophy, linking it to the institutional vision and mission. Oversee programme lifecycle management, design, and manage the programme’s teaching and learning strategy, and handle programme budget management. Collaborate with marketing and student enrolment to communicate the programme’s value proposition.
  • Programme Planning and Administration: Work closely with the Institutional Planning Department. Identify suitable academics for content development, delivery, and assessment. Ensure quality control of programme information on the website and prospectus. Prepare and plan for Work Integrated Learning (WIL) placements, if applicable.
  • Programme Admissions and Delivery: Manage semesterly admissions in line with enrolment plans. Apply programme and institutional Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and rules. Facilitate webinars and oversee assessment development and marking.
  • Stakeholder Engagement, Development, and Recognition: Induct academic staff and promote appropriate community engagement initiatives and activities.
  • Student Engagement and Success: Provide programme specific career guidance in collaboration with the Career Centre.
  • Programme Intelligence: Gather and analyse longitudinal programme and student performance data to feedback into lifecycle management. Report on trend analysis, benchmarking, student throughput, retention, articulation, and dropout rates.
  • Programme Governance: Participate in programme cyclical reviews in collaboration with the process owner (Programme Quality Monitoring). Monitor, evaluate, and manage risks associated with the programme.
  • Essential Qualification: A PhD in Human Resource Management (HRM) or Industrial/Organisational Psychology (NQF Level 10).
  • Preferred Qualification (if no PhD in HRM): A Doctoral degree in a related field (NQF Level 10), such as Organisational Behaviour, or Labour Relations, with substantial expertise and research focus on HRM.

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

  • Minimum of 3 years’ experience in Higher Education/Academia, particularly in Human Resource Management or related disciplines.
  • Demonstrated high-quality academic knowledge and expertise in Human Resource Management with the ability to guide students and faculty in an evolving educational landscape.
  • Strong leadership and decision-making skills.
  • Proficient in conflict resolution and cooperation.
  • Analytical, conceptual, and organizational skills.
  • Ability to adapt, cope, and perform effectively in a dynamic environment.

ADVANTAGES:

  • 3-5 years of relevant experience in Human Resource Management, Organisational Development, or related fields within HR.
  • Minimum of 2 years’ experience in Learner Management System administration/coordination.
  • Background in Academic Management.

GENERAL:

Candidates should demonstrate academic acumen and provide relevant expertise within the scope of Human Resource Management. This includes a deep understanding of HR theories, practices, and emerging trends in the field, ensuring they can effectively contribute to the academic and professional development of students.

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ACADEMIC PROGRAMME LEADER: MASTER OF COMMERCE IN HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

Durban, KwaZulu Natal MANCOSA

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ACADEMIC PROGRAMME LEADER: MASTER OF COMMERCE IN HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

Listing reference: manco_000650

Listing status: Online

Apply by: 19 January 2025

Position summary

Job category: University and Academy

Location: Durban

Contract: Fixed Term Contract

EE position: Yes

Introduction

MANCOSA, a DHET registered and CHE accredited private higher education distance education provider, offering undergraduate and postgraduate business qualifications, has the following vacancy available: Academic Programme Leader: Master Of Commerce in Human Resource Management.

CORE FUNCTIONS INCLUDE:

The role is to provide efficient direction and oversight for the Master of Commerce in Human Resource Management programme. This role involves a comprehensive range of duties focused on ensuring the programme's success and excellence, while also providing support for the academic and professional development of students and the School of Human Resource Management. Specifically, the position requires leadership of the programme, encompassing the following aspects:

  • Programme Management and Leadership: Align with MANCOSA’s vision, mission, and strategy. Establish and maintain programme philosophy, linking it to the institutional vision and mission. Oversee programme lifecycle management, design, and manage the programme’s teaching and learning strategy, and handle programme budget management. Collaborate with marketing and student enrolment to communicate the programme’s value proposition.
  • Programme Planning and Administration: Work closely with the Institutional Planning Department. Identify suitable academics for content development, delivery, and assessment. Ensure quality control of programme information on the website and prospectus. Prepare and plan for Work Integrated Learning (WIL) placements, if applicable.
  • Programme Admissions and Delivery: Manage semesterly admissions in line with enrolment plans. Apply programme and institutional Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and rules. Facilitate webinars and oversee assessment development and marking.
  • Stakeholder Engagement, Development, and Recognition: Induct academic staff and promote appropriate community engagement initiatives and activities.
  • Student Engagement and Success: Provide programme specific career guidance in collaboration with the Career Centre.
  • Programme Intelligence: Gather and analyse longitudinal programme and student performance data to feedback into lifecycle management. Report on trend analysis, benchmarking, student throughput, retention, articulation, and dropout rates.
  • Programme Governance: Participate in programme cyclical reviews in collaboration with the process owner (Programme Quality Monitoring). Monitor, evaluate, and manage risks associated with the programme.
  • Essential Qualification: A PhD in Human Resource Management (HRM) or Industrial/Organisational Psychology (NQF Level 10).
  • Preferred Qualification (if no PhD in HRM): A Doctoral degree in a related field (NQF Level 10), such as Organisational Behaviour, or Labour Relations, with substantial expertise and research focus on HRM.

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

  • Minimum of 3 years’ experience in Higher Education/Academia, particularly in Human Resource Management or related disciplines.
  • Demonstrated high-quality academic knowledge and expertise in Human Resource Management with the ability to guide students and faculty in an evolving educational landscape.
  • Strong leadership and decision-making skills.
  • Proficient in conflict resolution and cooperation.
  • Analytical, conceptual, and organizational skills.
  • Ability to adapt, cope, and perform effectively in a dynamic environment.

ADVANTAGES:

  • 3-5 years of relevant experience in Human Resource Management, Organisational Development, or related fields within HR.
  • Minimum of 2 years’ experience in Learner Management System administration/coordination.
  • Background in Academic Management.

GENERAL:

Candidates should demonstrate academic acumen and provide relevant expertise within the scope of Human Resource Management. This includes a deep understanding of HR theories, practices, and emerging trends in the field, ensuring they can effectively contribute to the academic and professional development of students.

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N6 TVET INTERNSHIP PROGRAM: HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT (ON-SITE, MARLBORO, JHB)

Foot Gear SA

Posted 3 days ago

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contract

This program aims at exposing unemployed young N6 graduates to workplace practices for a duration of 18 months in order to maximize their chances of being employed and to obtain their National Diploma. During your internship with us you will get to work with a young, driven, supportive team in a fun, friendly and professional environment.

You can expect excellent mentorship, great leadership and overall exposure in the department. You will be working on a variety of projects within the department that gives a kickstart to your career.

Skills and Competencies we look for candidates with the following qualities:

• Whole leadership: I lead myself and others to make a difference and deliver results in a responsible, authentic, resilient, inclusive and passionate manner.

p>• Business acumen: I bring innovation, and insight to create distinctive value for the business.

p>• Global acumen: I operate and collaborate effectively with a mindset that transcends geographic and cultural boundaries.

p>• Relationships: I build relationships of high value which are genuine and rooted in trust.

Dimensions required:

  • Initiative & Willingness to learn
  • Communication
  • Problem solver
  • Attention to detail
  • Ability to work under pressure

Minimum requirements:

  • Studied Human Resource Management at a registered FET College
  • Must be in possession of an N6 Certificate in Human Resource Management
  • Provide proof of N4, N5 and N6 Certificate (certified)
  • Computer Literacy (MS Office)
  • Excellent Verbal & written communication skills
  • Willingness to learn
  • Self-motivated
  • Willingness to work extra hours when required
  • Immediately available
  • The N6 graduate will be paid a stipend of R3 000.00 per month.
  • Please attach CV, certified N4, N5 and N6 Certificate and ID (within 3 months)

CLOSING DATE: 20 July 2025

APPLY TODAY!

 NB: Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.

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ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR/PROFESSOR AND HEAD OF DEPARTMENT (TERM APPOINTMENT) - HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

Pretoria, Gauteng University of Pretoria

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FACULTY OF ECONOMIC AND MANAGEMENT SCIENCES

DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR/PROFESSOR AND HEAD OF DEPARTMENT (TERM APPOINTMENT)

The University of Pretoria is one of the leading research-intensive universities in South Africa. Its nine faculties and business school offer a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. We are a diverse and dynamic community of staff and students committed to excellence, diversity, sustainability, and making a difference.

The University of Pretoria's commitment to quality makes us one of the top research Universities in the country and gives us a competitive advantage in international science and technology development.

In pursuit of excellence and diversity, the University of Pretoria wishes to invite applications for the above vacancy.

Overview Of The Department

The Academic Department of Human Resource Management is in the Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences (EMS), which is the first faculty of its kind in Africa to be awarded the prestigious international business education accreditation by AACSB International—The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business.

The Department of Human Resource Management is one of the leading institutions in South Africa in the education and training of professionals (practitioners and consultants) for careers in the field of industrial psychology, human resource management and labour relations.

The Department offers an academic qualification linked to professional registration at:

  • Professional Board of Psychology of the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA)
  • South African Board for People Practices (SABPP)

The Faculty requires the services of a dynamic person of proven academic stature to lead the Department of Human Resource Management.

For more information on the Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences visit:

The University seeks to appoint an Associate Professor/Professor and Head of Department. The Head of Department appointment will be additional to the successful candidate’s academic appointment.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for but not limited to the following:

  • The strategic, academic, and operational management of the department;
  • Aligning the vision and objectives of the Department with the broader vision and objectives of the Faculty and the University;
  • Promoting, planning, organising, and managing academic and research programmes and the department’s research profile;
  • Ensuring quality scholarly academic and professional education and training;
  • Managing all financial activities, including fundraising and externally funded projects;
  • Playing an active role as an academic leader of the discipline at a national and international level;
  • Recruiting and managing of the academic and professional staff of the Department and promoting their continuous development, with a focus on diversity;
  • Providing and facilitating mentorship of young academics in the Department; and
  • Developing and sustaining external partnerships.

Minimum Requirements

Professor:

  • A doctoral degree with specialisation in the field of Industrial Psychology or Human Resource Management;
  • 9 years tertiary teaching experience on undergraduate and postgraduate levels;
  • An established research focus and an independent research agenda with;
  • At least 15 accredited publications and/or equivalent recognised scholarly outputs and at least 3 of the publications and/or equivalent recognised scholarly outputs should be in the last 5 years (accepted and/or published);
  • Completion of at least 10 Master’s students since the last promotion; and
  • At least 2 completed doctoral students with 1 as the main supervisor;
  • Evidence of substantial engagement, leadership and external funding;
  • Experience in high-level liaison with internal and external stakeholders and professional boards; and
  • Evidence of a developing network of national and/or international research collaborations.

Associate Professor

  • A doctorate degree with specialisation in the field of Industrial Psychology;
  • 6 years tertiary teaching experience on undergraduate and postgraduate levels;
  • An established research focus with;
  • At least 7 accredited publications and/or equivalent recognised scholarly outputs of which at least 3 accredited publications and/or equivalent recognised scholarly outputs should be in the last 5 years accepted and/or published;
  • At least 4 completed Master’s students over the past 5 years;
  • Evidence of consistent and continued supervision. Involvement with at least 2 doctoral students, 1 as the main supervisor;
  • Evidence of research grants or awards; and
  • Evidence of a developing network of national and/or international research collaborations.

Required Competencies (skills, Knowledge And Behavioural Attributes)

  • Strategic, academic and operational management of the Department which includes m anaging departmental finances and optimising resource use;
  • Good understanding of professional qualifications and liaison with professional bodies;
  • Encourage inter- and transdisciplinary research as well as teaching and learning opportunities;
  • Experience in management at a tertiary institution or participation in administrative duties;
  • Excellent teaching and research skills;
  • Strong leadership and communication skills;
  • Marketing and growing the Department on all levels;
  • Ensuring adherence to university policies and governance structures;
  • Promoting teamwork and an inclusive, supportive and respectful work environment for all staff and students in the department;
  • Ability to facilitate e-learning and e-communication;
  • Attention to detail and accuracy;
  • Ability to work under pressure;
  • Ability to conduct departmental events;
  • Excellent presentation skills; and
  • Ability to set a clear vision for the department and motivate the team to achieve goals.

ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES

  • Registered member of the South African Board for People Practices (SABPP);
  • Registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as an Industrial Psychologist;
  • International recognition;
  • An exceptional research record in one of the department’s research specialisation fields.
  • NRF rating or ready to apply.

REMUNERATION AND APPOINTMENT

The annual remuneration package will be commensurate with the incumbent's level of appointment, as determined by UP policy guidelines. UP subscribes to the BESTMED and UMVUZO medical aid schemes and contributes 50% of the applicable monthly premium.

The Head of Department is a term appointment for four (4) years.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Applicants are requested to apply online at select About UP, click on Career Opportunities and select the position you would like to apply for.

The following documents must be attached when applying for this position:

  • A cover letter, comprehensive UP template CV detailing academic and professional qualifications, as well as a full employment history;
  • Certified copies of qualifications;
  • A self-evaluation of your suitability for appointment in the post;
  • Vision for the Department;
  • Teaching portfolio (including teaching evaluation and student evaluations;
  • Research portfolio (including record of citation index scores); and
  • The names and contact details of at least three referees (one national and two international) who can attest to your academic stature and leadership qualities.

The University reserves the right to appoint and consult its own referees.

Shortlisted candidates will be requested to prepare a presentation. The topic and further details will only be provided to shortlisted candidates.

CLOSING DATE: 01 August 2025

Applications that do not comply with the minimum requirements or are received after the closing date will not be considered.

Enquiries

Prof Margaret Chitiga-Mabugu, Tel: ( for position related enquiries.

Ms Pramesh Mooloo, Tel: ( for application process enquiries.

Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 31 October 2025, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.

The University of Pretoria is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity.

Under the University's Employment Equity Plan and its Employment Equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but it is not limited to candidates from under-represented designated groups.

All candidates who comply with the requirements for appointment are invited to apply.

By applying for this vacancy, candidates consent to undergo verification of personal credentials and related information, including, but not limited to, qualifications, criminal record, credit record, and current and historic disciplinary proceedings as part of the selection process.

The University of Pretoria reserves the right not to fill the advertised position.

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Are you a dynamic HR professional fluent in both French and English, passionate about driving people solutions in a fast-paced business environment?

Merchants is looking for an experienced HR Consultant to join our team and support a key business area delivering services to international clients.

What You'll Do :
  • Provide end-to-end HR support across recruitment, employee relations, and performance management
  • Ensure full compliance with company policies, payroll administration, and labour legislation
  • Act as a trusted advisor to line managers on disciplinary and employee wellness matters
  • Maintain accurate HR records, reports, and data systems
  • Implement group HR initiatives and performance frameworks across the business
  • Support local and international teams in a bilingual, multicultural environment
What You Bring :
  • HR diploma or degree (completed or in progress)
  • 2–3 years' experience in an HR generalist role
  • Knowledge of South African labour legislation (LRA, BCEA, SDA)
  • Excellent communication skills in both French and English (written & verbal)
  • Strong attention to detail, problem-solving, and resilience
  • Experience working with HR systems and supporting line managers

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

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Date posted:

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Port Elizabeth, South Africa

SUMMARY:

POSITION INFO:

The HR Officer will provide essential support across all HR functions, ensuring efficient and effective management of HR processes. This includes recruitment, onboarding and offboarding, employee relations, training, payroll administration, benefits administration, and compliance. The role requires someone with strong interpersonal skills, an eye for detail, and the ability to always maintain confidentiality and professionalism. This role is ideal for a pro-active HR professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

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    • Manage and coordinate the end-to-end recruitment process, including job postings, screening, interviewing and providing feedback to the candidates
    • Collaborate with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and identify suitable candidates
    • Assist with creating relevant job description for vacant roles
    • Prepare employment contracts
  • Onboarding and Offboarding:
    • Ensure a seamless onboarding experience for new hires, including orientation and documentation
    • Oversee offboarding processes and process the relevant documentation
  • Employee Engagement and Relations:
    • Act as the first point of contact for HR related queries
    • Build and maintain strong relationships with employees at all levels of the organization
  • Employee Relations and Compliance:
    • Provide guidance to managers and employees on HR policies, procedures, and South African labour laws (BCEA, LRA, EEA).
    • Assist in resolving employee queries, grievances, and disciplinary matters fairly and consistently.
  • HR Operations and Administration:
    • Maintain accurate and confidential employee records and ensure compliance with POPIA (Protection of Personal Information Act).
    • Prepare HR reports, letters, and documentation as required
    • Maintain and update employee records on Workday
    • Follow up with outstanding trainings
    • Prepare and manage HR-related documentation
    • Ensure confidentiality and data security
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    • Support the payroll process by verifying and providing accurate employee data
    • Assist in benefits enrolment, changes and inquiries
    • Coordinate benefit related paperwork and assist employees with benefit questions
  • Leave administration:
    • Assist in processing leave requests and maintaining accurate records
    • Handling of leave queries from employees and reconciling leave balances as required
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    • Assist in implementing and updating HR policies and procedures
    • Ensure compliance with labour laws and regulations
  • Employment Equity:
    • Administer all EE functions
    • Assist with the preparation of the EE plan and annual submissions
    • Assist with the submission of the annual submissions
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    • Analyze HR data to identify trends and make recommendations for improvements
    • Create reports and presentations for management as needed
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Title : Human Resources Officer

Reports To : Human Resources Manager

Location : FCM CPT

Closing Date : 18th July 2025

Your Mission, Roles And Responsibilities

The HR Officer is responsible to develop advice on and implement policies relating to the effective use of personnel within an organisation. The role of the Human Resources Officer is to support the HR Manager in the day-to-day HR management, in accordance with the Group’s human resources policies and procedures.

Training & Development

The main missions of the role are to:

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  • Liaise with managers in identifying an assess training and development needs for their respective department.
  • Ensure that there is a training needs analysis for each department within the organisation
  • Organise, monitor and evaluate training programs to enhance training efficiency
  • Liaise with external training providers and ensure that the service of training provided meets organisation and individual needs and that the providers are registered with
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  • Manage employee discipline, discharge and grievances
  • Conduct employee misconduct internal investigations


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  • Submitting EE reports to the DOL
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    • Support the design, development, delivery and management of change communications across the organization
    • Provide consulting and coaching to project teams regarding change management processes, tools and activities

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  • Independent team player and demonstrating good initiative
  • Proven analytical ability
  • Proven ability to communicate effectively and efficiently with customers
  • Good interpersonal skills
  • Languages: English

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