Director : People and Culture

HSRC; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 800 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent research organization located in Pretoria seeks a Director of People and Culture. The successful candidate will lead strategic initiatives aimed at enhancing a high-performance culture, manage employee wellness, and oversee recruitment. Candidates should possess a Master's degree and extensive management experience. Strong leadership and interpersonal skills are essential. This full-time position requires strong alignment with the organization's strategic goals.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of extensive experience or 15 years for NQF level 7 qualification.
• 5+ years of experience at a senior management level.
• Experience in a regulatory environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the People and Culture strategy.
• Manage employee wellness and organizational culture.
• Perform compensation and benefits management.
• Guide line managers on People and Culture practices.
• Oversee recruitment, selection, and internal staffing.

Skills

Leadership

Presentation skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Project management

Education

Master's degree or NQF 9 qualification

NQF level 7 qualification

Tools

SAGE 300

MS Office suite

Job description

Job title: Director: People and Culture

Job Location: Gauteng, Pretoria

Deadline: December 14, 2025

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Job Advert Summary

• The HSRC is seeking a dynamic and innovative individual with demonstrated success and delivery to guide and manage the overall People and Culture function by developing and implementing initiatives that support the achievement of the HSRC's strategic goals.
• The People and Culture Management function is mandated to embed an employee-oriented, high-performance culture that emphasises quality, productivity, goal-attainment and the recruitment and ongoing development of a high-performing workforce. The incumbent will report to the Chief Operating Officer and assist in managing the delivery of People and Culture initiatives to the HSRC offices nationally. The position is based in Pretoria and the incumbent will be required to travel as required.

Minimum Requirements

• A relevant Master's degree / qualification (NQF 9 level) supported by a strong business acumen with at least 10 years relevant extensive experience or a relevant NQF level 7 qualification with a strong business acumen and at least 15 years relevant demonstrated experience.
• At least 5 years’ experience operating at a senior management level.
• Experience in an environment that is similar to the regulatory environment in which the HSRC operates.

Additional Requirements

• Professional integrity.
• A strong, bold, and decisive leader.
• Presentation skills at senior, executive, and board levels.
• Drive, initiative, flexibility, and a proven track record to handle pressure, and a commitment to service excellence to users.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work extended hours.
• Advanced computer literacy / proficiency across the MS Office suite.
• Sound project management and financial skills
• Excellent inter-personal, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Good communication and team-building skills.
• Sound report writing skills.
• Vast experience in a unionised environment.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Development and implementation of the People and Culture strategy incorporating interrelationships between the core business and the P & C strategy.
• Employee Wellness management.
• Facilitate the implementation of a cohesive and inclusive organisational culture.
• Monitoring and evaluating People and Culture systems e.g. SAGE 300.
• Monitoring and evaluating the Employment Equity Plan and Workplace Skills Plan.
• Compensation and benefits management including payroll services.
• Development and reviewing P&C policies and procedures, and ensuring that they are implemented, maintained and in line with the latest legislative requirements.
• Evaluating, maintaining and facilitating a well-functioning performance management system.
• Guiding and mentoring line managers and staff members on sound People and Culture practices and principles.
• Identify employment equity requirements and advise on the status of compliance with targets in relation to the HSRC’s strategic goals and targets.
• Oversee remuneration, recognition, and benefits practices.
• People and Culture Risk Management.
• Implementing a coherent performance Management.
• Recruitment, selection, induction, and internal staffing.
• Responsible for prudent financial management within the P & C environment, ensuring value for money, effective contract management, and adherence to governance standards.
• Sound employee relations management, dispute resolution, and conflict management.
• Talent Management and Succession Planning.
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