Human Capital Business Partner
| Remuneration: | cost-to-company |
| Location: | Johannesburg, Sandton |
| Own transport required: | Yes |
| Travel requirement: | Occasional |
| Job policy: | Employment Equity position |
| Type: | Permanent |
| Reference: | #HCBP |
| Company: | Primedia Broadcasting Recruiter |
Key purpose of the roleThis role is accountable for the delivery of all HC services. It oversees HC operations, provides guidance to management, analyses HC metrics, drafts reports, resolves employee relations issues, and suggest HC strategies aligned with business goals.
It supports all functional heads and line managers departments in the organisation with end-to-end people management practices: executing recruitment, employee relations, wellness, performance management, talent management reward, BBBEE and L&D.
The role acts as an employee champion, change agent, assesses, and anticipates Human Capital related needs.
The role needs to ensure the delivery of a positive employee experience, execution of the organization’s goals, reward, and consequence management as necessary
Key outputs/accountabiltyBusiness partnering- Developing the HC agenda.
- Developing and implement HC strategies, policies, and practices.
- Structuring compensation and benefit packages.
- Improving relations between staff and employers.
- Evaluating staffing needs.
- Overseeing recruitment efforts.
- Managing and allocating HC funds.
- Partner with the organisation, develop and implement holistic HC solutions that empower the organisation to achieve its objectives.
- Advise line managers and employees in line with legislation & policies.
- Apply HC systems and practices to support the organisation in sourcing, developing, and driving the productivity of staff.
- Manage and execute all localised (Johannesburg or Cape Town) HC activities in the Broadcasting HC calendar.
- Oversee the implementation of the employee wellness programmes.
- Execute enterprise-wide initiatives on transformation, diversity and inclusion, and employment equity.
- Partner with the Human Capital Executive to execute Performance & Talent Management, Organisation Design and Transformation Management objectives.
Talent management- Draft job descriptions, job analysis and classifications
- Source the right talent in line with the talent acquisition strategy, informed by the organisation’s workforce requirements.
- Utilise various platforms and strategies to attract at the different levels in the structure.
- Manage turnover cost vs. new hire cost and develop interventions to address risk areas in the organisation.
- Liaise with external service providers (e.g. assessment centres, L&D) and be accountable for decision making on services to be used Primedia-wide.
- Apply the performance & talent management methodologies adopted by Primedia in execution of these practices at a localised level.
- Support the organisation in managing career conversations between staff and line managers to ensure delivery of the employee value proposition and retention of critical talent.
Performance management- Support Line Managers and Employees on the management of performance to build organisational capability.
- Assist the Stations and Line managers drive performance through identifying skills gaps, sourcing relevant training and provision of support and advice when a need is identified, or a request has been received.
- Ensure adherence to Performance Management cycles to drive a high-performance organisation.
- Participate in the Primedia wide performance calibration engagements and talent mapping.
- Facilitate discussions between line managers and employees on performance related disputes.
Human resource information systems- Fully utilise human capital information system to the company's advantage.
Reporting and HC analytics- Provide the localised area with insights that drive the effective management of employees to ensure productivity and attainment of the organisation’s goals.
- Accountable for the People Balance Sheet reports.
- Establish a cause-and-effect relationship between what HC does and organisational outcomes - and then create relevant strategies to impact the business.
- Manage the HC Master Data in localised area and provide various data inputs to enable other processes (e.g., remuneration)
- Maintain Human Resources Systems (e.g., Sage 300) within authorized limits, in order to enhance decision making by management.
Compensation and benefits- Assist with the monitoring of the company salary structure and the variable pay systems within the company including bonuses and increases.
- Approve all data and reports for salary benchmarking & remuneration committee for the localized area supported.
- Ensure the right benefits are offered to employees in line with the policy.
- Structure compensation proposals in ways that will yield the highest value for the organization.
- Evaluate and report on the effectiveness of employee benefit programs.
- Track compensation and benefits benchmarking data.
Labour relations and governance- Comply with all existing governmental, labour laws and government reporting requirements including EE, Skills, BBBEE as well as Health and Safety and ensure yearly submission thereof.
- Protect the interests of employees and the company in accordance with company Human Capital policies, governmental laws and regulations.
- Collaborate with legal staff to interpret Human Capital administrative policies, advising employees and management on complaint investigation, progressive discipline and employee grievances.
- Represent PMB alongside external provider at mediation and arbitration forums and defends the position of the organisation.
- Handle disciplinary and grievances matters in areas of responsibility.
- Attend to all HC audit exceptions and ensure the implementation of preventative measures in localized area.
Organisational Development- Implement all organisational development initiatives for better organisational performance.
- Analysing business structures, procedures, processes, and the utilisation of resources.
- Designing and implementing a variety of developmental initiatives, action plans, programs, and training materials.
- Contributing to the restructuring of departments to increase efficiency and align activities with business objectives.
- Optimising personnel utilisation by increasing cross-functionality and interdepartmental cooperation.
- Measuring the impact of interventions on staff performance, efficiency, employee retention, and job satisfaction.
Skills development- Direct the needs assessment for training and staff development to enhance the effectiveness of employee performance in achieving the goals and objectives of the company.
- Identifies and incorporates best practices and lessons learned into program plans.
- Designs and develops HC training programs for management and employees.
- Develops learning activities, audio-visual materials, instructor guides and lesson plans.
- Reviews evaluations of training courses, objectives and accomplishments.
- Makes assessments of effectiveness of training in terms of employee accomplishments and performance.
- Trains employees on HC issues and practices. Presents course materials.
- Conducts needs assessments to determine measures required to enhance employee job performance and overall company performance.
Culture- Live and exemplify the Primedia values
- Drive and promote a high-performance culture
- Actively participate and Champion all initiatives in the organisation
Position outputs and measures- Time to fill vacancies
- Execution of demand-based L&D plans
- Workforce Numbers management
- Human Capital Reporting
- HC Calendar Execution (Performance Management Review, Talent Summit, Remuneration)
- HC risk management (succession gaps, key and critical vacancies)
- Exit Interview reports and analysis
- Culture and Engagement Surveys
- Reduction in employee grievances and disciplinary matters.
Educational qualifications- Minimum of a diploma or bachelor’s degree in human capital or organisational development
Required knowledge and experience- Minimum 6-8 years of progressive experience in a Human Capital Generalist position,
- General knowledge of employment laws and practices in South Africa (BBBEE and EE)
- Exposure and experience in Talent Management
- Knowledge and practice in the Change Management Discipline
- Knowledge and background of Sage 300 People system will be advantageous
Requirements- Stakeholder management
- Business acumen
- Problem solving
- Excellent computer skills in a Microsoft Windows environment
- Effective oral and written communication
- Excellent interpersonal and coaching skills
- Evidence of the practice of a high level of confidentiality
- Excellent organizational skills
Attributes- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Ability to work under pressure
- Team player
- Ability to be calm and diplomatic in crisis situations
- Ability to relate and communicate well with a variety of people
Suitable candidates will be selected in accordance with Primedia Broadcasting’s Employment Equity Policy. Correspondence will only be conducted with short listed candidates. Should you not hear from us within two weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
Send your detailed CV to broadcastingcareers@primedia.co.za with the Subject Line “
HCBP”. The closing date for applications is
18 July 2023.Posted on 13 Jul 17:40, Closing date 13 Aug
