MTN Group operates three business divisions: MTN-SA (South Africa), MTN International , and Strategic Investments . We are listed on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange under the Telecommunications Service Sector (which falls under the Industrial Non-Cyclical Services). MTN South Africa recruits Senior Manager – Remuneration & Benefits Location of position MTN Group South Africa Gauteng Johannesburg Innovation Centre Job mission • Tactical management of total remuneration and benefits programmes for local employees across the Group’s including their terms and conditions of employment. • Deploys Group remuneration and benefits strategy through the effective management of related programmes within regions and OUs • Ensures that local remuneration and benefits are competitively packaged and aligned to the Group Reward Philosophy. • Consults with key stakeholders and advises line managers on group strategies policies and benchmarks. • Serves as subject matter expert, internal business consultant and advisor to regional and in-country reward professionals KPA duties Task Complexity: • Interpretation of Group reward philosophy and strategies to effect sound and practical solutions • Professional interaction with internal and external stakeholders • Advising regions and operations on remuneration and benefits policies and practices • Initiating and recommending strategic programmes to address and support key business drivers • Accountable for functional and business process models and outcomes in support of programmes • Intensive analyses and comprehension of remuneration and benefits market practices in all operations • Researches, prepares and submits business motivations via General Manager / Group Executive to Exco’s and remuneration committees at group and regional level. • Advise OU management on effective remuneration and benefit programs and policies. • Design and development of programmes for the effective application of policies, budgets and methods. • Interact with local and international operations to facilitate the achievement of remuneration and benefit objectives. • Set parameters to adhere to Group Business Risk Management guidelines and frameworks in administration. • Knowledge and understanding of global trends in the remuneration and benefits sector. • Involved in the management of International Expatriate Remuneration such bonuses and increase mandates across the Group Supervisory / Leadership / Managerial Complexity: • Advises Executives, VPs, CEOs and senior management in terms of remuneration and benefits function. • Interacts with Exco’s and remuneration committees at group and regional level. • Provides advice and guidance to regions on MTN Group Remuneration policies and processes • Liaise with external consultants on remuneration benchmarks and best practice. • Provides professional review of proposals and subject matter to regions and OUs • Prepares management reports and recommendations. • Manage functional administrative and support teams • Knowledge and understanding of global, regional and local trends in the remuneration and benefits sector. Role Complexity: • Knowledge and understanding of regional and global economic indexes • Assessment of technology systems to support remuneration and benefits programmes • Awareness of governance and approval protocols • Negotiates with key internal and external stakeholders. • Practical understanding and application of income tax legislation Educational requirements • Tertiary Qualification in Human Resources, Finance and or Business Management • Post graduate business or functional qualification an advantage • Knowledge of business finance and fundamentals • Certification as Global Remuneration Professional • Sound practical knowledge of the HR function Experience required • At least 7 years remuneration and benefits experience at a management or senior consultant level • Management of total reward portfolio • Engaging with stakeholders especially Remuneration Committees and other governance structures • Leading employees and functional and multi-disciplinary teams • Strategic and tactical execution of projects, assignments and day-to-day activities Skills required Knowledge: Knowledge of : • Remuneration and benefit theories and models • Microsoft Excel and other relevant systems • Governance and ethical protocols in multinational organisations • Job and Organisational design and structuring methodologies and systems • Employee tax • Labour law • HRIS systems Skills / physical competencies: • Management and internal consulting skills • Computer (Microsoft office) and HRIS systems • Remuneration consulting experience (internal customers) • Business presentation skills • Report writing and communication • Analytical and diagnostic • Facilitation skills • Relationship building with internal and external stakeholders Behavioural qualities: • MTN Values (Innovation, Simplicity, Can-do, Friendly, Integrity) • Pro-active and initiative • Teamwork and team orientation • Professional presentation • Goal and results driven • Objectivity and non-bias / prejudice • Self motivated and learning orientation • Knowledge sharer Other information Reference No: DK019 Position Type: Permanent Affirmative Action: Yes Salary: Additional: • Drivers licence and • Passport/Travel documentation (where applicable) • Medical clearance to travel to international destinations Applications close 07 Mar 2011 Click here to View Job and Apply Online
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