The University of Johannesburg (UJ) is a vibrant and cosmopolitan university, anchored in Africa and driven by a powerful strategy focused on attaining global excellence and stature (GES). With an emphasis on independent thinking, sustainable development, and strategic partnerships, UJ is an international university of choice. The University is guided by the Vice-Chancellor's vision of “Positioning UJ in the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) for societal impact in the context of the changing social, political, and economic fortunes of Africa”. “Please note that the University is obligated, in terms of recent amendments to the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act 2021 (Act 13 of 2021), to assess all prospective employees (including applicants) against the National Register for Sex Offenders (NRSO). The outcome of such an assessment may have an impact upon possible employment with the University. For more information, please review the following link: Justice/Criminal/NRSO The Human Capital Management (HCM) Business Partner serves as the key interface between the HCM division and Faculty/Division Managers and employees to deliver an effective and efficient HCM service in line with the needs and strategic priorities of UJ. Roles and Responsibilities: Serve as a strategic partner to business leaders, providing expertise and guidance on all HCM-related matters. Collaborate with managers to understand their teams' needs and develop HCM solutions that drive employee engagement, productivity, and retention. Provide advice to line and implement HCM strategies, policies, and programmes that support the institution's growth and ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations. Lead talent acquisition efforts, including workforce planning, sourcing, interviewing, and selection of top-quality candidates. Partner with the learning and development team to identify training needs, design and deliver learning initiatives, and foster a culture of continuous learning. Provide guidance and support in performance management, employee relations, and conflict resolution, promoting a positive and inclusive work environment. Manage the administration and information held on the HCM database and personnel files to ensure it is updated in a timely and accurate manner and complies with any legal or data protection policies. Analyse HCM metrics and data to identify trends, recommend improvements, and support data-driven decision-making processes. Stay up to date with industry trends and best practices in human capital, and proactively share insights and recommendations with the leadership team. An NQF7 Degree in Human Resources Management or Industrial Psychology. Five (5) years' proven experience of working as a HR generalist, of which two (2) must be in an advisory or business partnering role. Solid understanding of HR principles, practices, and employment laws/regulations Competencies and Behavioural Attributes: Team player. Tact. Contextual Intelligence. Negotiation skills. Strong Business Acumen. Labour Law knowledge skills. Analytical and problem-solving skills. Good communication/interpersonal skills. Project Management and change management skills. Strong time management and priorities management skills. High level skills of using Microsoft Office packages. Excellent organisational skills and ability to multi-task. Excellent customer service skills. Good research and analytical skills Enquiries: Enquiries regarding the job content: Ms Sibongile Magwagwa (Senior Manager: HCM Business Partnering) on Tel: (011) 559 2826 Enquiries regarding remuneration & benefits: Ms Sibongile Magwagwa (Senior Manager: HCM Business Partnering) on Tel: (011) 559 2826 Apply Now

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