HR Technology & Governance Transformation Lead

Nelson Mandela University; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Nelson Mandela University is seeking a strategic leader to drive HR digital transformation, people analytics, and governance. The role focuses on aligning HR technology with institutional strategy, developing workforce reporting, and delivering data-driven insights to support decision-making at the university.

The position requires an M+4 qualification in HR/Analytics, 6–8 years of relevant experience with at least 3 years in a managerial role.

Qualifications

• M+4 qualification in Human Resources, Human Capital Technology, Information Systems, Analytics, or related fields
• 6–8 years of relevant experience with at least 3 years at managerial level
• Experience in Higher Education environment is advantageous

Responsibilities

• Translate HR strategy into technology-enabled solutions
• Harness workforce data to generate actionable insights
• Build and embed a culture of evidence-based decision-making
• Lead organisational change and digital transformation initiatives
• Strengthen governance, risk management and compliance frameworks
• Influence diverse stakeholders and build collaborative partnerships
• Develop high-performing teams and optimise resources effectively
• Balance strategic thinking with operational execution

Skills

HR Digital Transformation

People Analytics

HR Metrics & Dashboards

Strategic Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Education

M+4 in HR/Analytics/IS

Tools

HRIS Systems

Job description

Nelson Mandela University is seeking a strategic leader to drive HR digital transformation, people analytics, and governance. The role focuses on aligning HR technology with institutional strategy, developing workforce reporting, and delivering data-driven insights to support decision-making at the university.

The position requires an M+4 qualification in HR/Analytics, 6–8 years of relevant experience with at least 3 years in a managerial role.