HUMAN RESOURCES PROJECT LEAD / HR SPECIALIST

Lead and coordinate the delivery of HR projects from planning through to implementation.
Conduct and/or oversee job grading and job evaluation processes.
Review job descriptions, organisational structures and reporting lines.
Provide specialist advice on job grading methodologies and appropriate grading outcomes.
Conduct HR analysis and make recommendations aligned with organisational requirements.
Support the development and review of HR policies, procedures and frameworks.
Provide guidance on organisational design and workforce structures.
Engage with management and relevant stakeholders throughout the project.
Prepare project reports, presentations and recommendations for management.
Ensure project deliverables are completed within agreed timelines.
Maintain appropriate project documentation and records.
Provide expert HR advice on matters relating to remuneration structures, job evaluation, employee relations and people practices, where applicable.
Ensure that HR project activities comply with applicable legislation, professional standards and organisational requirements.

Requirements

NQF Level 7 or NQF Level 8 qualification in Human Resources Management, Industrial Psychology, Industrial/Organisational Psychology, Human Resource Development, Organisational Development or another relevant HR-related discipline.
An Honours, Postgraduate Diploma or Master's qualification will be advantageous.
Equivalent relevant qualifications will be considered.
More than 10 years' relevant HR experience.
At least 5 years' experience in a senior HR management, specialist, consulting or project leadership role.
Demonstrable experience in job grading and/or job evaluation is essential.
Experience across multiple HR disciplines, including recruitment, employee relations, performance management, HR policies, organisational development and labour-law compliance.
Professional registration with SARA/SABPP or another recognised and relevant professional body will be required/advantageous,
Where applicable, candidates with an Industrial/Organisational Psychology qualification should hold the appropriate professional registration for their field.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

Interested candidates who meet the minimum requirements are invited to submit the following documents:

• A comprehensive and updated CV, clearly indicating relevant experience and responsibilities.
  
• Certified copies of all relevant academic qualifications.
  
• Certified proof of professional registration/membership, where applicable.
  
• Certified copy of Identity Document (ID) or valid South African identity document.
  
• Proof of relevant job grading/job evaluation experience, where applicable.
  
• Any other supporting documentation relevant to the position.
  

Please note: All qualification certificates, identification documents and other supporting documents must be certified within the last six (6) months.

Benefits

Market-related remuneration aligned with the successful candidate’s qualifications and experience.
Opportunity to work on a strategic HR project with a reputable organisation.
Exposure to senior management and key organisational stakeholders.
Opportunity to contribute to job grading, organisational development, HR policy and broader HR transformation initiatives.
A professional environment that provides an opportunity to apply and further develop specialist HR expertise.
Project-based/contract appointment with clearly defined deliverables and responsibilities.
Professional exposure across multiple areas of Human Resources.


Closing date: 09 October 2026