Strategic HR Executive Director, Higher Education

University of KwaZulu-Natal; Durban; On-site; ZAR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

IsiZulu language ability (advantage)

SABPP/IPM registration advantageous

Job summary

The University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) invites applications for the position of Executive Director: Human Resources. This five-year fixed-term appointment is based at the Westville campus and reports to the Vice-Chancellor and Principal.

The Executive Director HR leads the HR division, linking strategy to organisational outcomes and wellbeing. He/she will drive strategic HR direction, manage budgets and a wide range of HR services, including Employee Relations, Organisational Development and

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a relevant field.
• Minimum 10 years’ relevant experience, including at least 5 years in senior/executive HR roles.
• Knowledge of leadership and management principles in higher education.
• Experience in consulting and negotiating with trade unions.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership to implement the university’s HR strategy.
• Oversee HR Division including budget and all HR functions.
• Align HR policy and strategy to achieve Employer of Choice.
• Foster inclusivity, belonging, diversity, equity, wellbeing and engagement.

Skills

Strategic leadership

HR policy and strategy

Employee relations

Change management

Negotiation with unions

HR data analysis

People management

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Master’s degree

Tools

HRIS systems

Job description

The University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) invites applications for the position of Executive Director: Human Resources. This five-year fixed-term appointment is based at the Westville campus and reports to the Vice-Chancellor and Principal.

The Executive Director HR leads the HR division, linking strategy to organisational outcomes and wellbeing. He/she will drive strategic HR direction, manage budgets and a wide range of HR services, including Employee Relations, Organisational Development and