Job Overview / Description
- Position: Partner – Human Resources
- Location: Bloemfontein, Free State
- Employment Type: Full-time
About the Role:
The Human Resources Partner is responsible for executing the HR frontline implementation, enablement, and delivery of the people agenda for a Business Unit or Region within MTN SA. This role requires supporting operational and commercial excellence through effective HR strategies and solutions within a dynamic telecommunications environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Implement and manage people strategies including organization design, workforce planning, performance management, talent management, and leadership development.
Facilitate employee relations processes such as disciplinary hearings, grievances, and appeals in line with MTN policies and labor legislation.
Support recruitment, selection, onboarding, and exit processes, ensuring compliance and employee engagement.
Monitor and report on HR metrics, provide insights on talent development, succession planning, and workforce analytics.
Ensure compliance with Employment Equity targets and HR policies.
Support remuneration management and cost control aligned with business objectives.
Act as a key HR generalist, providing consultative support to business units and promoting a positive employee culture.
Collaborate with HR peers and COE functions to deliver integrated HR solutions.
Manage governance, risk mitigation, and participate in tactical meetings related to HR initiatives.
Requirements:
Minimum 3-year tertiary degree/diploma in Human Resources, Behavioural Sciences, Business Studies, Management, or equivalent.
At least 3 years’ experience in HR within the telecommunications sector, with a focus on organization development, performance and talent management, and workforce planning.
Proven experience in partnering with clients to solve business challenges using HR practices.
Strong project management skills and experience working across diverse cultures and geographies.
Excellent consultative, analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to operate effectively within a fast-paced, matrix organizational structure.
Competencies:
Strong business and financial acumen
In-depth knowledge of telecom industry and HR policies
Expertise in talent sourcing, performance management, employee relations, and labor legislation
Skilled in leadership development, organizational effectiveness, and workforce analytics
Excellent negotiation, conflict resolution, and project management skills
Adaptable, accountable, culturally aware, and innovative mindset