SPECIALIST: PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT

South African Broadcasting Corporation; Durban North; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A national broadcasting entity in Durban North seeks a Specialist in Performance Management to lead the implementation of performance management systems and support HR business partners. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in human resources or organizational psychology and substantial experience in HR with a focus on performance management. This position requires strong leadership skills and knowledge of best practices in performance management.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years’ experience in Human Resources with emphasis on Performance Management.
• 2 years’ experience in Management/supervisory/leadership position.

Responsibilities

• Lead, direct and manage the implementation of the Performance Management System.
• Provide support to Line Manager in developing strategic leadership.
• Design, implement and monitor Performance Management.

Skills

Strong understanding of performance management principles

Familiarity with performance management strategies

Project Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in human resources or industrial/Organisational Psychology (NQF7)

Job description

Requisition ID 13024 - Posted - Human Resources: Group Services - Group Serv: Human Resources - GP - Auckland Park

POSITION: SPECIALIST: PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT

DIVISION: HUMAN RESOURCES

REPORT LINE: HEAD: ORGANISATIONAL EFFECTIVENESS

SAP POSITION ID: 60023675

SCALE CODE: 300

CLOSING DATE: 01 DECEMBER 2025

Main Purpose

To lead, direct and manage the implementation of the Performance Management System & projects by guiding and supporting the HRBPs to implement Performance Management in their respective Divisions and Provinces, to successfully achieve its mandate in relation to Performance Management activities.

Key Accountabilities

• Ensure the appropriate strategies, business plans, policies and procedures are developed, approved, communicated to the relevant stakeholders and implemented so that the Departmental strategic imperative are met.
• Provide support to Line Manager in developing strategic and operational leadership in the design, development, implementation and communication of Performance Management Framework at SABC.
• Develop and communicate the strategic vision, scope, priorities, processes, systems and tools of the performance management unit.
• Researching, recommending and implementing procedures, systems and processes in line with relevant legislation, policies and agreement.
• Reviewing, recommending and implementing relevant policies, guidelines and/or operational regulations so that effective regulatory mechanism is in place for HR.
• Oversee and manage all activities related to the performance management cycle and manages all communication, sensitization and monitoring of the process to ensure its effectiveness and relevance to the business;
• Establish and maintain linkages between the Performance Management unit and other HR department functions to ensure uniformity in the application of policies and procedures.
• Lead and manage the Performance Management related issues at SABC.
• Design, implement and monitor Performance Management to enable employees understanding of the goals of SABC and to identify how individual inputs contribute to the achievement of SABC objectives, specifically through managing the performance cycle;
• Prepare and present reports detailing the status of Performance Management to Divisional Heads so that informed decision may be taken on behalf of HR department.
• Provide leadership and coordination for Performance Management and improvement initiatives, ensuring their alignment to improving SABC operational and program efficiencies and effectiveness.
• In liaison with Training and Development department, contribute to the design, implementation and management of effective leadership and employee development and talent management initiatives to address performance gaps related to capacity/knowledge among staff.
• Drive SABC processes for sharing best practice, tools and ongoing communication activities for performance improvement.
• In line with this, establish and disseminate guidelines and manuals which will serve as reference documents on staff performance management for appraises as well as appraisers.
• Keep Management of SABC informed on critical issues concerning the implementation of the performance management process, make recommendations to Management on key decisions points regarding the process.
• Lead initiatives for introducing/maintaining best practice including benchmarking relevant policies and practices with similar organisations or market leaders, as may be approved from time to time.
• Drive and ensure attainment of performance management targets as per the Annual Operating Plan together with Head OE.
• Develop and monitor the implementation of the Performance Management SOPs, Process Maps, Procedures and tools.
• Monitor and report on compliance to Performance Management Polices, Processes and Procedures.
• Coordinate Performance Management moderation committees and form part of the Moderation Committee.
• Monitor and ensure that the divisions / provinces comply with the relevant Performance Management and Recognition Awards policies/frameworks, processes and procedures.
• Co-ordinate Performance Contracting and Reviews in line with the Performance Management Policy.
• Facilitate Performance Contracting and Reviews in Line with Performance Management Policy.
• Support the HRBPs in the coordination of Performance Contracting and Reviews in line with the Performance Management Policy.
• Co-ordinate and monitor adherence to the performance management cycle.
• Develop and maintain healthy working relationships with all businesses, team’s internal and external stakeholders.
• Adhere to the provisions of the Service Level Agreements to ensure efficient service delivery by service providers.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources or industrial/Organisational Psychology (NQF7).
• 5-8 years’ experience in Human Resources with emphasis on Performance Management will be an ideal of which 2 years’ experience in Management/supervisory/leadership position.

Knowledge

• Strong understanding of performance management principles, methodologies, and best practices.
• Familiarity with performance management strategies, tools, and techniques.
• Performance Management System.
• Recognition Awards.
• PFMA.
• Operational Plan.
• Performance Management and Recognition and Awards information systems.
• Research and Trend analysis.
• Understanding of the different role players within the broadcasting landscape.
• Project Management.
• Understanding of relevant Policy Frameworks.