Senior Human Resources Officer

1 week ago


Johannesburg, South Africa Southern Centre for Inequality Studies (SCIS) Wits University Full time

Senior Human Resources Officer (AD.08.4) Join to apply for the Senior Human Resources Officer (AD.08.4) role at Southern Centre for Inequality Studies (SCIS) Wits University . Purpose The incumbent is responsible for providing HR support to the various departments under Central Human Resources Office, translating business strategy into HR initiatives and processes. Activities include recruitment, employment equity, labour relations, development and review of university policy and procedure, HR administration, organisational compensation and benefits. Key Responsibilities Full-function staff recruitment across all levels. Onboarding procedures for new employees, ensuring completion of all paperwork related to employee benefits. Partnering with line managers to identify operational needs. Liaison with payroll office for leave payouts, allowances, ex gratia payments, etc. Ensure university policy and applicable legislation are adhered to and advise business. Application of EE targets on recruitment process and advise line managers about compliance. Liaise with Human Resource Development Unit regarding training needs of different units. Facilitate workshops on major changes to policy. Co‑ordinate and facilitate departmental induction to provide new employees information pertaining to human resource. Maintain HEMIS, tax year‑end and MASTER data reports. Advise clients on various employee relations matters. Requirements A recognised degree in Social Sciences, Industrial Psychology or Human Resources. 5 years HR generalist experience, 2 years of which should be in a senior position (ideally in a higher education environment). Solid knowledge and experience of the Oracle HR information system is essential. Knowledge of various Acts LRA, BCEA, EE. Good verbal and written communication skills with ability to prepare reports. Attention to detail in all tasks performed. Must have a customer centric approach. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Project Management skills would be an advantage. Application Process Please submit a covering letter clearly indicating which post you are applying for, a detailed CV with names, addresses, contact numbers and e‑mail addresses of 3 referees. Closing Date 27 November 2025 By submitting an application for this post the Applicant acknowledges that their personal information will be processed by the University. The Applicant consents to the processing of personal information as required by the University’s Recruitment, Selection and Appointment Policy, including logging information on recruitment systems and disclosing personal information to university employees involved in the selection process. The confidentiality of the Applicant’s personal information will be maintained. The University is committed to employment equity; preference may be given to appointable applicants from underrepresented designated groups in accordance with relevant employment equity plans and policies. Correspondence will only be entered into with shortlisted candidates. The University reserves the right not to make an appointment or to re‑advertise. #J-18808-Ljbffr



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