SENIOR HR OFFICER

Rosebank College, the Independent Institute of Education (The IIE) is one of the leading private higher education institutions in the country registered with the Department of Higher Education and Training. For over 70 years IIE Rosebank College has delivered quality tertiary education to students across South Africa. Situated in bustling cities, IIE Rosebank College embraces the same vibrant environment which allows over 20 000 students to connect with the heart of the institution. Our exceptional growth is creating a once in a life-time opportunities to suitable incumbents.

Job Purpose:

The Senior HR Officer position plays a vital role in supporting the human resources function within the organization. The position is responsible for implementing HR policies and procedures, managing employee relations, talent acquisition, performance management, employee engagement and HR administration. The purpose of the position is to ensure effective HR operations and contribute to the achievement of organizational goals by fostering a positive work environment and supporting the needs of employees.

 

Duties & Responsibilities:

Recruitment and Selection:

Advertise jobs (all vacancies for full/part-time employees and contractors) internally and externally.Liaises with recruitment agencies.Negotiates recruitment rates with recruitment agencies.Ensures adherence to recruitment policies and procedures as well as South African Labour legislation.Set up interviews.Conducts competency-based Interviews.Conducts credential checks.Coordinates / administers psychometric assessments and job-specific tests.Ensure all applicants have had feedback; i.e. regret lettersPrepares documentation for authorization in terms of approved Advtech ProcessPrepares Offer LettersSet up meeting with manager and applicant for Offer to be negotiatedLiaise with various department to ensure on-boarding process is planned and executed.

 Performance Management:

Coordinate and guide line managers on the performance management process.Ensures adherence to performance management guidelinesAssist line managers with the individual development plans process, drawing up succession plans and coaching and mentoring initiatives.Conducts consultation sessions with Line Management

 Remuneration and Payroll:

Ensure all staff, contractors, temps and casuals are paid.Assist line managers with payroll process within agreed-upon timelines.Assist with market research and other initiatives regarding market salaries.Assist line managers with increase processes and bonus processes.Ensure actual payroll expenses are within the approved budget.Generate, and analyze reports and proposals for rectification of problems.All variances must be reported in terms of standard approved processes.Assist managers with the management of leave and other benefits.Prepare monthly Leave reports and highlight concerns, problems and deviations from approved processes and policies.Ensure all staff have a clear understanding of company benefits.

 
Industrial Relations:

Advise and guide line managers on all staff relations issues.Coordinates disciplinary, grievance and appeal hearings.Assists line managers with progressive discipline, i.e. absenteeism management and poor performance.Ensures adherence to disciplinary and grievance policies and procedures and compliance to South African Labour legislation.

 Ad Hoc and General HR Duties. 

Minimum Requirements:

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree (NQF Level 7) in Human Resources Management, Industrial Psychology, or equivalent.

Experience

5 Years of Senior Human Resources Officer – generalist experience.

Key Competencies:

Problem SolvingPlanningCommunicationRecruitment and Selection ProcessRelationship ManagementProfessionalismFollow-throughEfficiencyConfidentialityMulti-tasking

Salary:

Market related.

 

Rosebank College is an equal opportunities employer however preference will be given to EE and South African candidates.