HR Program Manager

DigiCert; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading security authority is seeking an experienced HR Program Manager in Cape Town to lead high-impact HR initiatives. This role involves managing HR programs, fostering collaboration across departments, and optimizing employee engagement strategies. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of HR experience with proven project management skills, and is proficient in HR systems like Workday. The position offers benefits such as medical aid, provident fund, and gym reimbursement.

Benefits

Provident Fund

Medical Aid + Gap Cover

Employee Assistance Program

Gym Reimbursement

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Qualifications

• 5+ years of HR experience, with at least 2 years in program management.
• Strong understanding of HR practices like performance management.
• Proficiency with HR systems and analytics tools.

Responsibilities

• Design and manage HR programs like employee engagement surveys.
• Collaborate with HR business partners and leaders to align goals.
• Monitor program effectiveness and make data-driven recommendations.

Skills

Program Management

Cross-functional Collaboration

Data & Metrics

Change Management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Workday

Job description

Who we are

We're a leading, global security authority that's disrupting our own category. Our encryption is trusted by the major ecommerce brands, the world's largest companies, the major cloud providers, entire country financial systems, entire internets of things and even down to the little things like surgically embedded pacemakers. We help companies put trust - an abstract idea - to work. That's digital trust for the real world.

Job summary

We are seeking an experienced HR Program Manager to lead and manage high-impact HR initiatives across the organization. This role will be responsible for planning, executing, and optimizing programs that support our people strategy - including talent development, performance management, employee engagement, HR operations, and strategic change initiatives. The ideal candidate is a strong collaborator, communicator, and project manager who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

What you will do

• Program Management: Design, implement, and manage end-to-end HR programs (e.g., performance reviews, employee engagement surveys, learning & development initiatives, onboarding optimization).
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Partner with HRBPs, Talent Acquisition, Learning & Development, DEI, Compensation, and business leaders to align program goals with organizational objectives.
• Data & Metrics: Establish KPIs and dashboards to monitor program effectiveness, identify areas for improvement, and make data-driven recommendations.
• Change Management: Develop and execute change management plans to support program adoption, including stakeholder communication, training, and feedback loops.
• Technology & Tools: Work with HRIS/IT teams to optimize HR systems and tools that support program delivery (e.g., Workday, SuccessFactors, CultureAmp).
• Compliance & Risk Management: Ensure programs are compliant with labor laws, internal policies, and best practices.
• Continuous Improvement: Evaluate program outcomes and continuously iterate based on feedback and evolving business needs.
• Communication: Ability to effectively communicate and bring stakeholders together to drive high outcomes.

What you will have

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
• 5+ years of HR experience, with at least 2 years managing cross-functional programs or projects.
• Strong understanding of HR disciplines: performance management, employee engagement, learning & development, etc.
• Proven project management experience; PMP or similar certification is a plus.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency with HR systems and analytics tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI, Workday).
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Nice to have

• Experience in a matrixed or global organization.
• Familiarity with Agile or Lean methodologies.
• Experience managing DEI, HR transformation, or talent strategy programs.

Benefits

• Provident Fund
• Medical Aid + Gap Cover
• Employee Assistance Program
• Gym Reimbursement
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance