Advisor: HR Capacity Building Free State Ref: 21/10/01

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

Reporting to the Senior Advisor: HR, LR & Dispute Resolution, this role will provide generalist HR advice and support and monitor legislative, policy and procedural compliance in municipalities to strengthen the institutional capacity and governance in municipalities, to address municipal and capacity challenges and also to coordinate skills development and training of Councilors and Municipal Officials.

THE CANDIDATE PROFILE

• Stakeholder Management and Influencing skills;
• Strong management ability
• Decision making and sound judgement
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• A dynamic, motivated self-starter with high levels of emotional maturity
• High integrity and ethics

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• A Degree in Human Resources Management or Human Resources Development or Relevant qualification
• A minimum of 6 years’ experience, particularly in the public sector
• At least 3 years’ experience in Skills Development
• 3 years’ relevant experience of which at least 1 years have been at an equivalent level within a medium to large sized organization;
• A Valid Drivers License and frequent travelling
• Demonstrates a sound understanding of the Local Government Sector and issues relating to area of speciality
• Sector Knowledge and an understanding of the policy, legislative and regulatory frameworks governing the sector; and in particular those applying to the LG Sector
• Ability to manage in a broad scoped environment is essential

KEY PORTFOLIO AND PERFORMANCE FOCUS AREAS

• Generalist HR Services: Review and refine HR policy Frameworks in municipalities; Support members with the implementation and improvement of HR systems, processes and procedures and to manage the flow of HR information; Improve efficiencies in HR Systems and accuracy of HR MIS; Facilitate and coordinate the implementation of HR strategies and interventions with hands-on support and regular follow-up on progress; Support general appointment processes at municipalities; Support the implementation of PMS interventions in municipalities; Facilitate the modernisation of HR processes, systems and information flows and advice internal HR functions on the transition from transactional HR services to becoming a strategic partner; Perform any reasonable task within the HR Space
• Capacity Building and Skills Development & Training Coordination: Facilitate and coordinate the implementation of skills development strategies and interventions with hands-on support and regular follow-up on progress; Facilitate access to financial support for skills development; Remind members of WSP due dates and provide assistance with skills audits and WSP compilation; Assist LGSETA with action required by members on Evaluations of Impact of previous training and existing gaps; Compliance with SDP; Accreditation of facilitators (SAQA/ LGSETA);Maintain and update Facilitator and Mentor database as a means of capturing skills; Administrate and coordinate: ELDP; RPL, Cllr Training on Housing, Cllr Training on Water, LODLOG training SALA-IDA, Cllr Introduction Training
• Research and Benchmarking: Collects, categorises and tracks relevant information required for specific tasks and projects. Perform support activities to benchmarking exercises under guidance from senior and Specialists. Under leadership and guidance from Senior Advisors and Specialists, perform desktop research on issues related to municipal challenges within the sector/ professional discipline (Collect data, examine relevance and synthesise). Support the development of National Positions on HR and Capacity Building; Support the gathering and channelling of information to build and update municipal profiles; Provide administrative support with the arrangements of knowledge sharing / peer learning sessions/ presentations to SALGA staff and external stakeholders. May include providing inputs to content and packaging of information for the sessions.
• Representation at IGR & Other For a (lobbying and Advocacy): about HR and Capacity Building challenges and solutions; Attend policy conferences in topics related to area of accountability; Support the Senior advisors to develop content on a number of complex issues relevant to a SALGA position for mandating. Support the development of reports to the working groups; Understand the national and provincial governance structures of SALGA and the institutional structures of the Sector/ Professional discipline and key role players in the area of specialisation.
• Support Advice and capacity building: Guide, support and provide advice to municipalities in the areas of focus/ professional discipline in accordance with the programme plan. Provide hands-on support to strengthen municipal capacity/ improve programme implementation; Implement the capacity building strategy and associated programmes in municipalities; Support the representation of municipalities as the “employer” on national/ provincial LGSETA structures; Coordinate the logistical arrangements for training programmes/ peer learning sessions in the areas of focus/ professional discipline
• Programme Monitoring and Evaluation and Reporting: Implement project management methodologies and disciplines; and support the management of the full project cycle on assigned projects including M&E; Ensure that projects are conducted against contract specification and payments are based on agreed milestone; Maintain records as per SALGA policy and ensure that all project records are uploaded into the company knowledge management system. Monitor the movement of donor funds and develop budgets, statements and cashflows: Support the reporting on progress against milestones; Support the preparation of audit files for each project prior to audit
• Stakeholder Management: Within the scope of area of accountability build and maintain relevant stakeholder relationships/ partnerships in the area of responsibility; Ensure appropriate and timely communications with all stakeholders; Build partnerships with relevant stakeholders to ensure programme success and to increase SALGA’s capacity to make an impact; Liaise with related units in various structures (LGSETA), government departments (DPW, DPLG, DPSA, PGWC, Housing, Treasury etc.) and international. Participate in the LGSETA ETQA/ Learner ship/ committee/ UN Habitat LED programme etc. Advice and communicate the signing of MOUs with institutions of higher learning. Networking with International, National, Provincial and Local organizations. Support the creation of reports to communicate about the programme and provide updates for website
• Governance, Compliance and Risk Management: Uphold sound corporate governance principles in the day-to-day operation of the area of responsibility/ professional discipline; Ensure compliance with organisational policies and procedures; Support the identification and mitigation of organisational and operational risks identified in the area of responsibility/ professional discipline
• Teamwork: Work as a multi-disciplinary and integrated team to find possible solutions to complex challenges in municipalities; Support organisational priorities and the implementation of resource mobilisation systems and processes. In line with the SALGA organisational culture, align personal and organisational values for improved performance. Support the Executive and Senior Management Team in building a high-performance culture in SALGA. Implement the performance management and development processes in SALGA to drive high performance on an ongoing basis.
• Suitably qualified and experienced candidates must attach a curriculum vitae in application for this position.

Closing Date: 2 November 2021

Your Personal Information will be processed by SALGA for purposes of assessing your Job Application and may be shared internally as part of the recruitment assessment process (POPI ACT)

NOTE: Communication will be limited to short-listed candidates only. SALGA reserves the right not to proceed with the appointment for any of the vacant position. All appointments will be made in line with the SALGA’S Employment Equity Plan.

 

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