Human Capital Associate

Africa GreenCo; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 420 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy company in Johannesburg is looking for a Human Capital Associate to support HR strategies and compliance with local labor laws. This full-time role requires strong HR generalist experience and proficiency in HR systems. Ideal candidates should hold a relevant Bachelor's degree and demonstrate a commitment to ethical HR practices. The position offers opportunities for personal development and collaboration in a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Opportunities for personal development

Qualifications

• 3–5 years HR generalist experience with compliance expertise.
• Demonstrated commitment to confidentiality and ethical HR practices.
• Ability to liaise with external vendors for compliance reporting.

Responsibilities

• Support implementation of HR strategic initiatives across the organization.
• Ensure compliance with South African HR regulations.
• Assist in employee recruitment and onboarding processes.

Skills

HR generalist experience

Strong knowledge of South African labor laws

Proficiency in HR systems

Collaborative and detail-oriented

Confidentiality and ethical practices

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field

HR professional certification

Tools

BambooHR

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title: Human Capital Associate

Department: Human Capital

Location: Johannesburg

Application Closing Date: December 7, 2025

About GreenCo

GreenCo acts as an intermediary offtaker and service provider, purchasing power from renewable IPPs and selling that electricity to utilities and private sector offtakers (i.e. commercial and industrial users) and markets of the SAPP. Through its activities, GreenCo will increase the supply of, and demand for, finance for energy projects, and mobilise private sector capital more quickly towards critical and transformative capacity addition.

GreenCo's vision is to lead innovation and sustainably transform renewable energy markets. This will be achieved through:

• Forward-looking approach to the deeper integration of power markets to unlock investment in renewable energy generation capacity.
• Focusing on creating impact through innovative new solutions in the energy sector.
• Fostering an agile start-up culture with a focus on individual responsibility and personal impact.

GreenCo offers an excellent, dynamic, and exciting work environment for the right candidate with significant potential for further personal development and career advancement.

The Role in Context

The Human Capital Associate – South Africa plays a critical role in supporting the implementation of GreenCo’s regional and group-wide human capital strategy. This position provides broad HR and administrative support across the GreenCo Group — including HR systems, performance management, employee engagement, and compliance projects — while ensuring that all South Africa-specific HR initiatives comply with national legislation, B-BBEE, Employment Equity (EE), and Skills Development requirements. The role is primarily operational with advisory input on compliance and HR processes, acting as a link between the South Africa office and the regional Human Capital function.

Key Duties

A. Groupwide Human Capital Support

• Provide administrative and coordination support for group-level HR projects, including performance management cycles, learning and development programs, policy harmonization, and employee engagement activities.
• Maintain employee data and records for all jurisdictions within BambooHR, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and confidentiality.
• Assist with the creation and updating of group HR documentation such as the Employee Handbook, policy templates, and compliance registers.
• Contribute to cross-border reporting, audits, and HR metrics consolidation across countries (Zambia, Zimbabwe, Namibia, South Africa, UK).
• Support coordination of regional recruitment and onboarding efforts, ensuring alignment with GreenCo’s group values and culture.
• Participate in HR knowledge-sharing and standardization efforts across jurisdictions.

B. South Africa Compliance & Operations

• Leave Tracking & Payroll Coordination: Maintain accurate leave records and liaise with payroll vendors to ensure timely and compliant payroll processing.
• Compliance: Ensure all HR practices comply with South African legislation (BCEA, LRA, EEA, SDA, POPIA).
• Manage statutory reporting and compliance processes, including Employment Equity submissions, Skills Development reporting (WSP/ATR), and B-BBEE verification data.
• Maintain accurate employee records, contracts, and benefits for South Africa-based staff.
• Support implementation and monitoring of Employment Equity plans and targets.
• Employee Relations: Act as first point of contact for HR queries, support disciplinary and grievance processes in line with company policy and labour law.
• Learning & Development: Track performance reviews, manage training compliance, liaise with SETAs for WSP/ATR.
• Promote inclusive recruitment and professional development practices aligned with B-BBEE and DEI objectives.

Qualifications and Skills Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology, Business Administration or other related field.
• HR professional certification will give an added advantage.
• 3–5 years HR generalist experience with compliance expertise.
• Strong knowledge of South African labor laws and B-BBEE/EE requirements.
• Proficiency in HR systems (e.g., BambooHR) and Microsoft Office.
• Demonstrated commitment to confidentiality, ethical HR practices, and alignment with GreenCo’s values of integrity, collaboration, and innovation.
• Collaborative, detail-oriented, and passionate about people development.
• Proficiency in BambooHR for core HR functions (employee data, leave, performance).
• Familiarity with payroll systems and learning management platforms;
• Ability to liaise with external vendors for compliance reporting.

Application Requirements

Candidates must submit the following documents:

1. Updated CV
2. Cover letter addressing:

1. 1. Why you are interested in joining Africa GreenCo.
   2. What unique skills, experiences, and perspectives you can contribute to the organization.

Both documents are required for the application to be considered.

Time Commitment

This is a full-time role. While the standard working week is 40 hours, the ideal candidate must be willing to travel and work flexible hours to achieve GreenCo’s business objectives.

Conflict of Interest

Potential conflicts of interest must be declared and discussed prior to this appointment.

Reporting Lines

This role directly reports to the Regional Human Capital Manager.

Information About GreenCo

For more information about GreenCo, visit our website www.africagreenco.com