Director of Human Resources

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and health benefits

Pension fund

Performance-related bonuses

Professional development & leadership

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Director of Human Resources for its Soweto-based educational institution. This senior role leads all HR functions, from talent acquisition to policy development, ensuring alignment with the institution's educational mission and business goals.

The successful candidate will bring 8–10 years of HR leadership, strong knowledge of SA labor law, and a proven ability to drive strategic initiatives while fostering an inclusive culture in the Soweto community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HRM, Business Admin, Psychology, or related field.
• Master's degree and/or HR certification preferred.
• 8–10 years HR experience with 3–5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Experience in talent management, employee relations, compensation & benefits, policy development.
• Strong knowledge of SA labor law and HR best practices.
• Proven leadership, communication, negotiation skills.
• Experience with HRIS and HR software.
• Education sector experience is a plus.
• Ability to build relationships with stakeholders.
• Residency or willingness to work from Soweto.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement HR strategies aligned to the institution's mission and objectives.
• Oversee recruitment to attract and retain staff and faculty.
• Manage employee relations with fair policy application.
• Administer compensation and benefits programs.
• Develop performance management systems.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws and regulations.
• Deliver HR training for staff and management.
• Oversee HR policy development and implementation.
• Manage HR budgets and resource allocation.
• Foster a positive and inclusive culture.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation

Strategic HR

Employee relations

Compensation & benefits

Policy development

HRIS proficiency

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in HRM/Business Admin/Psychology

Master's degree and/or HR certification

Tools

HRIS systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a growing educational institution, is seeking a highly experienced and strategic Director of Human Resources to lead its HR operations in Soweto, Gauteng . This senior leadership role is responsible for all facets of human resources management, including talent acquisition, employee relations, compensation and benefits, performance management, and HR policy development. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of HR best practices, a strong commitment to fostering a positive and productive work environment, and the ability to align HR strategies with the institution's educational mission and business goals. This is a crucial role for shaping the workforce and culture of an important institution in the Soweto community.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive HR strategies that support the institution's mission and objectives.
• Oversee talent acquisition and recruitment processes to attract and retain high-caliber staff and faculty.
• Manage employee relations, ensuring fair and consistent application of policies and procedures.
• Administer compensation and benefits programs to ensure competitiveness and employee satisfaction.
• Develop and implement performance management systems to drive employee development and accountability.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant labor laws and regulations.
• Develop and deliver HR training programs for staff and management.
• Oversee HR policy development and implementation.
• Manage HR budgets and ensure efficient resource allocation.
• Foster a positive and inclusive organizational culture.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field.
• A Master's degree and/or HR professional certification (e.g., Chartered HR Professional) is highly preferred.
• A minimum of 8-10 years of progressive experience in human resources management, with at least 3-5 years in a senior HR leadership role.
• Proven experience in talent management, employee relations, compensation and benefits, and HR policy development.
• Strong understanding of South African labor law and HR best practices.
• Excellent leadership, communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems and relevant HR software.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement strategic HR initiatives.
• Experience within the education sector is a significant advantage.
• Ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
• Residency or willingness to work from Soweto .

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary package commensurate with experience, along with comprehensive health benefits, a pension fund, and performance-related bonuses.
• Opportunities for professional development, including attendance at HR conferences and advanced leadership training, are provided.
• This role offers the chance to lead the HR function for a significant educational institution in Soweto , making a tangible impact on its people and overall success. A supportive and collaborative work environment is assured.