Description
Key purpose of the role
Responsible for the human capital function at Primedia and executing human capital strategy in support of the overall business plan and strategic direction of Primedia, specifically in the areas of succession planning, talent management, change management, organisational and performance management, learning and development, and reward and recognition.
Key to the role is to provide strong culture and change management support to Primedia management team and ensure effective day-to-day delivery of the full range of human capital services to Primedia staff in line with Primedia group’s human capital strategic vision and mission.
Key outputs/accountability
Executive management
Input into and drive achievement of the organisation’s vision and values.
Moves others to action through translating strategy, the vision and values into day-to-day activities and behaviours.
Identify opportunities and take action to build strategic relationships between one’s area and other areas, teams, departments and divisions to achieve business goals.
Obtain, analyse and share relevant information and identify key issues and relationships relevant to achieving the long-range goals of the business.
Participate fully as a member representing the Human Capital function in Primedia employee/management committees.
Senior human resource management
Input into and responsible for delivery of Primedia Human Capital’s Strategy.
Establish implementation plans and identify the key tasks, resources and anticipated challenges and solutions to meet business objectives.
Function as a senior advisor to the executive/senior management of each business unit or specialty group regarding key organisational and management issues.
Ensure the Disciplinary policy and practice is consistently followed, provide guidance and advice pertaining to IR matters and represent the company at CCMA level.
Drive, instill and reinforce Primedia’s values.
Drive change management initiatives that build a culture of investing in people.
Represent management and participate actively on various joint committees.
People management
Lead and manage the human capital team and at times temporary staff such as interns.
Provide day-to-day direction in all aspects of human capital.
Be the custodian of all interns and bursars across Primedia.
Foster teamwork and high performance.
Challenge and develop direct reports through coaching.
Organisational development
Drive and maintain organisational design, job profiling, job evaluations and structures in line with current business objectives and needs
Responsible for effectively maximizing employee engagement.
Support the GCTO in the roll out of organizational research and surveys (Climate, Engagement, etc).
Talent management
Identify, attract, develop, reward, recognise and retain the best talent
Ensure maintenance, tracking and evaluation of employee Induction and Onboarding.
Develop programmes focused on recognising individuals for outstanding performance and living Primedia’s values
Drive the performance management process in line with Primedia Performance Management policy and practice, supporting line managers for meaningful implementation and running performance calibration sessions.
Work with executive management to establish a sound plan of management succession that corresponds to the strategy and objectives of the business.
Coordinate divisional talent review forums
Implement and monitor holistic wellness interventions in line with Primedia Group’s Wellness strategy.
Learning and development
Work collaboratively with stakeholders to assess learning needs through structured and formal processes.
Design, sell and garner support for, as well as implement learning and development strategies in line with business purpose and goals, and the BBBEE scorecard and EE strategy and targets.
Submission of Workplace Skills Plans (WSPs) and Annual Training Reports (ATRs) to the relevant SETAs.
Transformation, diversity, equity and inclusion
Support the drive of Transformation, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion across the Division.
Consult with the GCTO in the management of EE strategies, targets, committee governance and DOL reporting.
Ensure sustainable recruitment, inclusion and retention of people with disabilities
Manage and report on the Management Control, SD and Corporate Social Investment pillars of the BBBEE scorecard.
Maintain accurate records for training, SETA and BEE audits and Department of Labour report submissions
Reporting, analytics and governance
Provide value adding HC analytics and reporting that will enable the GCTO and business to make informed decisions.
Ensure accurate input into Primedia Group monthly HC reporting.
Database management on relevant HR Information Systems (such as Sage 300 People, ESS and BEE123)
Analyse Human Capital data and identify risks and opportunities to be addressed.
Monthly HC management reporting and HC input into Quarterly Board reports (Divisional and Gro