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Human Resources Manager
University of the Witwatersrand
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Johannesburg, Gauteng
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Johannesburg, Gauteng

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Key Functions:


The incumbent would have ultimate responsibility for all Human Resources functions for the Faculty. Management of HR Officers in the HR Division would be a key function.
The HR Division is responsible for providing a comprehensive generalist human resources service to staff within the Faculty’s Schools and Research Entities. Key responsibilities include the recruitment and selection of academic and support staff; management of professorial appointments and promotions; administration of employee benefits and conditions of service; bursary eligibility and application processes; probation management; staff promotions and transfers; terminations of employment; and ensuring the accuracy, quality, and integrity of Faculty HR data. The role also involves responding to audit queries and meeting statutory and stakeholder reporting requirements.
In addition, the Faculty HR Manager provides expert advice on labour relations, staff matters, remuneration, and HR policy implementation, while ensuring compliance with University and Faculty specific policies and procedures. The incumbent is also responsible for supporting staff development initiatives and performance management processes across the Faculty.
The successful candidate will work closely with the Human Resources Directorate, School and Entity Heads, and other key stakeholders, reporting directly to the Dean with a dotted line reporting relationship to the Senior HR Director. A key aspect of the role is the proactive advancement of employment equity and transformation objectives within the Faculty.
Of particular importance, the Faculty HR Manager is responsible for leading and managing the Faculty Human Resources Department, ensuring the delivery of a comprehensive, efficient, and responsive HR service to the Deanery and the broader Faculty on all human resources matters.


Requirements:

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A Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences or Human Resources
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A minimum of eight years in the Human Resources field, with at least five years’ working experience at a middle management level (working at a senior level in a university environment would be an advantage).
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Excellent verbal and written skills are required, as are exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to work in an environment that demands tact and confidentiality.
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Computer literacy (MS-Office and preferably, Oracle HR) and management reporting skills.





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How to apply:


Submit a detailed CV with names, email addresses and contact details of 3 referees, certified copies of degrees and diplomas, and covering letter.
By applying for this post, the Applicant acknowledges that their personal information will be processed by the University. The Applicant, by their conduct in proceeding with an application for this position, gives their consent to the processing of their personal information as required by the University’s Recruitment, Selection and Appointment Policy. Such processing includes logging their information on the University’s recruitment systems, conducting necessary background and reference checks including disciplinary and/or criminal records, and disclosing their personal information to university employees identified to take part in the selection and recruitment process. The Applicant consents to any processing of their personal information as may be required. The confidentiality of the Applicant's personal information will be maintained.
External applicants are invited to apply, by registering your profile on the Wits i-recruitment platform located at https://irec.wits.ac.za and submitting your application. Internal employees are invited to apply directly on Oracle by following the path: iWits /Self Service application/” Apply for a job”


Closing Date: 27 November 2026




The University is committed to employment equity. Preference may be given to appointable applicants from the underrepresented designated groups in terms of the relevant employment equity plans and policies of the University. The University retains the right not to make an appointment and to verify all information provided by candidates.

Please note that correspondence will only be entered into with shortlisted candidates. The University reserves the right not to make an appointment or to re-advertise.



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