As the Group Head of HR, you will serve as a strategic HR leader and trusted advisor to the CEO and Senior Leadership, driving the organization's human capital agenda. You will be the primary architect of a future-ready, agile workforce by developing and implementing a compelling People strategy that aligns with the organization's vision, mission, and strategies. This role is critical in shaping the organizational culture and resolving complex people challenges through data-driven and evidence-informed practices. You will also lead the transformation of the HR team, building capabilities for operational excellence and strategic business partnering.
about the job
Strategic HR & Workforce Planning
- Set Direction and Strategy: Develop and execute HR strategies, roadmaps, policies, and programs that directly support short-term objectives and the long-term organizational vision and business objectives.
- Strategic Advising: Collaborate with senior management to identify HR priorities, provide sound advice on all employee-related matters, and ensure HR practices align with overall organizational goals.
- Future-Ready Workforce: Lead strategic workforce planning initiatives, anticipating future talent needs while balancing operational budgets. Provide strategic direction to build an excellent workforce that meets the evolving needs of the sector.
Talent Management & Development
- Talent Strategy: Collaborate with Senior Leadership and the Transformation Office to define and implement strategies for recruitment, selection, and retention.
- Build Capability: Oversee the development of training and programs with the Transformation Office to enhance employee skills, capabilities, and competencies.
- Pipeline & Framework: Establish a robust talent framework and a strong talent pipeline to support future organizational growth.
- Sector Support: Drive initiatives to build an alternative workforce to meet the sector's manpower needs.
Compensation, Benefits & HR Analytics
- Total Rewards Strategy: Develop and implement a total rewards strategy for the sector, enhancing existing compensation and benefits to align with the job architecture and future manpower needs.
- Market Competitiveness: Review sector salary guidelines to ensure market competitiveness for health, social, and special needs professionals.
- Data-Driven Decisions: Utilise HR analytics and evidence-based practices to drive people and organisational outcomes through a strong C&B framework. Analyze data and report on HR metrics to ensure informed decision-making.
- Funding Maximisation: Ensure the organization effectively taps into and maximizes the various funding opportunities provided in the sector.
Compliance & Employee Relations
- Policy & Governance: Review, develop, and maintain all HR policies, procedures, and practices, communicating changes effectively to all relevant stakeholders, including board members.
- Compliance: Ensure unwavering compliance with all labour laws, regulations, and company policies.
- Culture & Environment: Address employee concerns, conflicts, and grievances, mediating disputes and enforcing policies that promote a positive, healthy, and collaborative work environment.
Leadership & Change Management
- Change Agent: Serve as a forward-looking Change Agent, leading the transformation of the organization to meet future needs.
- HR Team Leadership: Lead, manage, and mentor the HR team, providing professional development, guidance, and support to achieve high performance across all HR functions.
- Expert Coaching: Provide coaching and support to managers on critical HR matters, including performance management, disciplinary issues, and complaint management.
- Industry Expertise: Maintain in-depth knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in the HR sector, applying this knowledge to advise Senior Leadership.
skills and experience required
Experience: Minimum 12 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 8 years in a management role leading and developing a team of HR generalists and specialists.
Education: Bachelor's or master's degree, preferably in Human Resources or Social Sciences. Coaching qualifications are a plus.
Core Knowledge: Solid experience and knowledge of employment laws, organisational development, change management, business partnering, and HRIS.
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