Senior HR Practitioner - 3 year contract

Rhodes University; Makhanda; Sur place; ZAR 631 000 - 827 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Rhodes University invites applications for a Senior HR Practitioner (Grade 14) on a 3-year fixed-term contract. The role sits in the People and Culture Division and focuses on delivering professional HR services to Faculties/Divisions, especially within Recruitment and Staffing.

The post requires a relevant B. Degree (NQF 7) and about 6 years’ experience across HR areas, with strong recruitment expertise and familiarity with HRIT systems. Management exposure is valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelors or equivalent in Industrial/Organisational Psychology or HR (NQF level 7).
• Approx. 6 years’ recruitment and selection experience at all levels.
• Experience across HR areas (HR admin, IR, Training & Development, Remuneration, Performance).
• Experience using HR information systems.

Responsabilités

• Provide professional HR service to Faculties/Divisions as line manager of the unit.
• Contribute to development of HR policies and processes for efficiency and effectiveness.
• Lead recruitment initiatives and manage high-volume staffing (≥500 staff) within the unit.

Connaissances

Recruitment & Staffing

HR Administration

Industrial Relations

Performance Management

HRIT systems

Management Experience

Formation

B. Degree in Industrial/Organisational Psychology or HR

Outils

HR software

Description du poste

Senior HR Practitioner (Grade 14)

3-year fixed-term contract (may be renewable depending on the availability of funding)

People and Culture Division

The People and Culture Division invites suitably qualified candidates to join their team.

Main Objectives

As the line manager of the relevant unit, the Senior HR Practitioner and the unit team are required to offer a professional and valued HR service to the relevant Faculties and/or Divisions. Within the Recruitment and Staffing Section, the individual is also expected to contribute to the development of best practices, policies, and processes that enable and drive increased long-term efficiency and effectiveness of staff within the relevant Faculties/Divisions.

The HR Officer and the Senior HR Practitioner will operate in a unit. These units are in the Recruitment and Staffing Section. The Recruitment and Staffing section is within the P&C Division.

The Requirements

A relevant B. Degree (preferably in Industrial/Organisational Psychology or Human Resources - NQF Level 7) plus approximately 6 years’ relevant experience where such experience includes:

• Approximately 6 years of intense recruitment and selection experience at all levels within or for an organisation. Experience using recruitment software will be a distinct advantage.
• Some experience in most, if not all, areas of HR (for example, HR Administration, Industrial Relations, Training and Development, Remuneration, Performance Management, HR IT systems, and Well-being).
• At least one year of management experience or have an accredited management Development Program Certificate of Competence at the NQF level 7.
• Must have used and/or be familiar with HR information technology systems.
• Assisting with the development of structures, systems, and processes to ensure service delivery of a high quality that is valued by others.
• At least 24 months of experience in a pressurised, complex, and high-volume people management environment, dealing with a large staff complement (minimum of 500 employees).
• Previous experience within the Higher Education sector will be an advantage.

Selection Process (provisional Date, Subject To Change)

• Short-listing meeting scheduled for the 9 November 2026.
• The selection process that will be followed for this post will include an assessment and/or presentation and an interview.
• Shortlisted candidates will be informed of the interview date.

Remuneration Per Annum (Grade 14)

Basic Pensionable Salary per annum: R631 442

Cost to Company per annum (Approximately): R827 312

Closing Date

12 October 2026

This advertisement may be closed before the indicated closing date if a high number of applications are received. To ensure your application is considered, please submit it as soon as possible.

If you are not contacted within 30 days of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Recognising that diversity is important in achieving excellence. Rhodes University strongly encourages South African members of underrepresented designated groups, as well as persons with disabilities, to apply. Spouses and partners of existing staff members are also encouraged to apply.

Please note that all appointments are made in line with the requirements of the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998, as amended, the Immigration Act 13 of 2022 and Rhodes University's Recruitment and Selection policies.

These Values Are

Diversity; Integrity; Respect; Excellence; Collegiality and Compassion

Underpinning these values is the moral duty of accountability and courage: we acknowledge that we are answerable to each other, our Council and ultimately, the South African society for the decisions we make and the actions we take. We are committed to openness and transparency in our governance, our decision-making and in the execution of our responsibilities and in demonstrating courage in confronting those who violate the values for which we stand.