Senior HR Advisor – Sandfire Motheo

To ensure expert advice, guidance and consultancy services are provided which contribute to departmental objectives and support a performance, learning and service driven culture. In addition, this position is also responsible for mentoring and upskilling junior HR staff.

Key Performance Areas

• To adopt a proactive and supportive approach to managers in respect of guidance and working methods on individual and organizational development, policies procedures, good practice and working methods necessary to enhance performance.
• Leading and taking full accountability for delivery of both regular and ad-hoc employee related projects.
• Evaluating and updating job descriptions.
• Answering all human resources queries posed by management and employees.
• Training and advising managers on strategies for recruitment, selection, and interview evaluation procedures.
• Assisting with the development of recruitment campaigns, participating in the appointment process for potential employees.
• Monitoring recruitment metrics such as retention rates and staff turnover.
• Discussing terms and conditions of employment and benefits with staff members.
• Reviewing employees’ work progress using an employee appraisal system and making recommendations, if necessary.
• Using HR software to input and compile data on employees and updating the records regularly.
• Updating HR policies in line with current legislation and informing staff about changes.

Technical Competencies

• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work with people at different levels, including senior staff members.
• Has a strong understanding of Botswana Labour Law
• Proven leadership ability.
• Strong organizational and administrative skills.
• Working knowledge of HR systems and software.
• The ability to research, analyze, and make logical decisions within a given timeframe.

Behavioural/Personal Attributes

• Problem Solving.
• Team Player.
• Time Management.
• Attention to detail.

Qualification & Experience

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field such as Labour Relations.
• A minimum of 8 years’ proven work experience in general human resources environment.
• At least 2 years’ experience in middle management role.