Talent and OD Manager - Centurion - Equity

Purpose of the role

To lead and deliver strategic HR projects that enable organisational transformation, workforce optimisation, and people innovation. The incumbent will operate at a senior professional level, coordinating cross-functional initiatives, driving strategic alignment, and ensuring high-impact delivery across the HR portfolio. This includes Board-level reporting, leadership engagement, and project governance in a dynamic business environment.

Key Deliverables

Strategic Project Management

Lead cross-functional HR projects from initiation to completion (e.g., HRIS implementation, EVP rollout, workforce planning).

Develop project charters, timelines, budgets, and risk mitigation plans.

Track and report on project milestones and KPIs.

Board & Executive Reporting

Coordinate, prepare, and collate high-quality HR presentations and reports for Board and Board subcommittees.

Translate complex HR data and insights into compelling narratives for executive audiences.

Ensure accuracy, consistency, and strategic relevance of all Board-facing materials.

HR Leadership Team Coordination

Drive the monthly HR Leadership Team meetings, including agenda setting, documentation, and tracking of decisions and actions.

Facilitate alignment across HR Centres of Excellence and Business Partners.

Change Management & Organisational Development

Lead change initiatives that support culture transformation, restructuring, and capability building.

Partner with senior leaders to embed change and measure impact.

Digital HR & Analytics

Support the implementation and optimisation of digital HR tools and platforms.

Leverage data analytics to inform decision-making and track project ROI.

Governance, Compliance & Risk

Ensure all HR projects and initiatives comply with labour legislation, BBBEE, and industry-specific regulations.

Prepare documentation for audits, risk reviews, and governance forums.

Stakeholder Engagement & Communication

Engage with internal and external stakeholders, including unions, consultants, and senior executives.

Ensure transparent communication and alignment across all levels of the organisation.

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelors degree in human resources, Industrial Psychology, Business Administration, or related field.

Project Management certification will be advantageous.

Postgraduate qualification in HR, Strategy, or Business Leadership is advantageous.

510 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 5 years in a strategic project or programme management role.

Experience working at or reporting to executive and Board levels.

Exposure to the poultry, agriculture, FMCG, or manufacturing sectors is preferred.

Technical Skills & Competencies

Advanced pro