Director: People and Culture (Johannesburg, South Africa) Location: Johannesburg, South Africa Package: A competitive package will be offered Closing date: 21 October 2011 Starting date: This position will remain open until filled Reference: WVI-HR-SA
About World Vision World Vision International is an independent, global, Christian relief, development and advocacy organisation dedicated to working with children, families and communities to overcome poverty and injustice. World Vision is dedicated to working with children, families and communities to overcome poverty and injustice. Motivated by our Christian faith, World Vision is dedicated to working with the world's most vulnerable people.
About World Vision South Africa World Vision South Africa is committed to partnering with the people of South Africa to enhance their lives today and to help enact sustainable solutions for the future of their communities, families, and children. Currently, 48,865 children are registered in the World Vision sponsorship program. Several times this number of children and other family members benefit from World Vision activities. Of these registered children, many have World Vision sponsors in other countries. U.S. donors sponsor more than 14,000 girls and boys. In addition, World Vision operates 15 development programs, three of which are supported by U.S. donors.
Mission Talent Recruitment has been tasked by World Vision with providing an exclusive search for the position of a Director: People and Culture WV (South Africa).
Purpose of Position
To provide leadership and coordination in the design and implementation of WVSA P & C strategy, systems, policies and procedures which support the accomplishment of WVSA program goals. Observe mission and core values of World Vision and demonstrate a quality of spiritual life that is an example to others. Tasks & Responsibilities
To provide leadership and coordination in the design and implementation of WVSA P & C strategies, systems, policies and procedures which support the accomplishment of WVSA program goals. To ensure that P & C systems, infrastructure and service delivery model support the strategic directions of WVSA. Develop, implement and manage a strategic resourcing plan that addresses the specific recruitment requirements of WVSA. The plan will include, inter alia, the identification and active pursuit of high caliber individuals both external and internal, attracting them to, developing and retaining them in the organization. Act as advisor to the National Director on issues impacting WVSA, with an understanding and particular focus on how P & C issues impact the national Office, ADP’s, its individual units and strategic directions. In consultation with the WVSA Senior Management Team, identify and execute P & C performance drivers, which can be managed and measured as part of the WVSA management process. Provide leadership and implementation oversight to the WVSA change management process, working with the National Director and (SMT) P&C Southern Africa Director. Establish a succession planning and executive development process, whereby key, high value (i.e.: difficult to replace) positions are identified and succession and development plans are instituted. Develop P & C capacity in by ensuring the institution of sound human resources policies, procedures and practices, including salary administration, employee benefits, recruitment, orientation, employee relations, staff development, team building and occupational stress management. Build strong ties and lasting working relationships with other key P & C stakeholders throughout P & C Partnership, including the P & C Directors and GRRT, and GC P&C. Serve on the WVSA P&C Committee, by preparing all documents which require the attention of the committee for submission to the board and also represent P&C in the board meetings reporting to the Chairperson of the P&C Committee. To act as a strategic partner and enabler of the National Office in P&C matters. Core Capabilities Achieving Capabilities
Achieving quality results and service Practicing accountability and integrity Communicating information effectively Thinking Capabilities
Thinking clearly, deeply and broadly Understanding the Humanitarian industry Understanding WV’s mission & operations Practicing innovation & change Self-managing Capabilities
Demonstrating Christ-centered life and work Learning for growth and development Maintaining work/life balance Relational Capabilities
Building collaborative relationships Practicing gender & cultural diversity Influencing individuals & groups Other Competencies/Attributes
Must be South African. Must be a committed Christian, able to stand above denominational diversities. Perform other duties as required. Qualifications, Capabilities/Skills and Experience
Masters in Human Resources, Psychology, Labour Law or related field. More than 3 years in leadership role. Minimum of 7 years in related field Computer skills Good understanding and Knowledge of Labour Relations Good planning and organizational skills Tact and diplomacy in dealing with staff-related issues Ability to maintain effective working relationships with at all levels. How to apply Since WVSA has tasked Mission Talent to undertake this search, all applications must be sent directly to Ketso: applications@missiontalent.com stating WVI-HR-RSA in the subject line. Kindly attach your relevant CV (in English) and a suitability statement (not more than 350 words).
Thank you in advance for your interest in this position. Please note that only candidates under serious consideration can be contacted.
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