Employee Engagement Manager

Harambee Youth Employment Accelerator; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

A Youth Employment Organisation in Johannesburg seeks an Employee Engagement Manager to lead initiatives promoting a positive, inclusive culture. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in HR or Business, at least 5 years of HR experience with a focus on employee engagement, and competencies in effective communication and team management. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on youth employment while working collaboratively in a diverse environment.

Qualifications

• 5 years of HR experience, 3 years in employee engagement.
• Experience in leading engagement initiatives and managing teams.
• Strong knowledge of HRIS or employee engagement platforms.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement employee engagement strategies.
• Champion culture and diversity through engagement initiatives.
• Lead data analysis for employee engagement surveys.

Skills

Employee engagement strategies

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Team management

HRIS knowledge

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field

Job description

🌟 Join Harambee as an Employee Engagement Manager! 🌟

Join Harambee as an Employee Engagement Manager to lead initiatives that foster a positive, inclusive, and high‑performing culture.

About Harambee

Harambee is a Youth Employment Accelerator, dedicated to solving one of South Africa’s most pressing social challenges—youth unemployment. We do this through innovation, data, and purpose‑driven technology, partnering with key stakeholders such as the Presidency of South Africa, Business Unity South Africa, and the Youth Employment Service (YES). We’re not your typical organisation—we’re driven by integrity, results, impact, and a passion for South Africa’s youth. Our work is fast‑paced and exciting, and our goal remains nothing short of changing the world.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and implement employee engagement strategies aligned with Harambee’s vision, values, and goals.
• Champion Harambee’s culture, inclusion, and diversity through high‑impact engagement initiatives and change management interventions.
• Design and deliver workshops, interventions, and campaigns that promote the Harambee way of working.
• Lead the administration and analysis of employee engagement surveys, using data to drive continuous improvement.
• Partner with leaders, change champions, and cross‑functional teams to enhance employee experience and culture.
• Oversee engagement resources and systems, including HRIS and Learning Management Systems.
• Lead, coach, and develop trainers/facilitators, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and high performance.
• Collaborate with the strategic communications team to deliver impactful employee communications and engagement campaigns.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and Harambee policies.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in HR, with at least 3 years focusing on employee engagement and facilitation.
• Proven experience in leading engagement initiatives and managing teams.
• Strong knowledge of HRIS or employee engagement platforms.
• Competencies in situational awareness, organizational and influential leadership, effective communication, accountability, and partnership building.

Why Join Harambee?

We believe in inclusion, diversity, and collaboration. You’ll be part of a team that’s not only building cutting‑edge solutions but also making a real impact in the lives of millions. We value openness, teamwork, and continuous learning, and we’re proud to be an organisation where people come to grow, contribute, and belong.

We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace. We encourage applications from people with disabilities and are happy to provide reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process. If you require any support or adjustments, please let us know — we’re here to help you succeed.