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HUMAN RESOURCES PROJECT LEAD HR SPECIALIST


Job Location:

Pretoria - South Africa

Salary: Not provided by the employer
Experience Required: 5years
Posted: 17 September 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 15 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

  • Lead and coordinate the delivery of HR projects from planning through to implementation.
  • Conduct and/or oversee job grading and job evaluation processes.
  • Review job descriptions organisational structures and reporting lines.
  • Provide specialist advice on job grading methodologies and appropriate grading outcomes.
  • Conduct HR analysis and make recommendations aligned with organisational requirements.
  • Support the development and review of HR policies procedures and frameworks.
  • Provide guidance on organisational design and workforce structures.
  • Engage with management and relevant stakeholders throughout the project.
  • Prepare project reports presentations and recommendations for management.
  • Ensure project deliverables are completed within agreed timelines.
  • Maintain appropriate project documentation and records.
  • Provide expert HR advice on matters relating to remuneration structures job evaluation employee relations and people practices where applicable.
  • Ensure that HR project activities comply with applicable legislation professional standards and organisational requirements.


  • Requirements
  • NQF Level 7 or NQF Level 8 qualification in Human Resources Management Industrial Psychology Industrial/Organisational Psychology Human Resource Development Organisational Development or another relevant HR-related discipline.
  • An Honours Postgraduate Diploma or Masters qualification will be advantageous.
  • Equivalent relevant qualifications will be considered.
  • More than 10 years relevant HR experience.
  • At least 5 years experience in a senior HR management specialist consulting or project leadership role.
  • Demonstrable experience in job grading and/or job evaluation is essential.
  • Experience across multiple HR disciplines including recruitment employee relations performance management HR policies organisational development and labour-law compliance.
  • Professional registration with SARA/SABPP or another recognised and relevant professional body will be required/advantageous
  • Where applicable candidates with an Industrial/Organisational Psychology qualification should hold the appropriate professional registration for their field.


  • APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

    Interested candidates who meet the minimum requirements are invited to submit the following documents:

    • A comprehensive and updated CV clearly indicating relevant experience and responsibilities.
    • Certified copies of all relevant academic qualifications.
    • Certified proof of professional registration/membership where applicable.
    • Certified copy of Identity Document (ID) or valid South African identity document.
    • Proof of relevant job grading/job evaluation experience where applicable.
    • Any other supporting documentation relevant to the position.

    Please note: All qualification certificates identification documents and other supporting documents must be certified within the last six (6) months.



    Benefits
  • Market-related remuneration aligned with the successful candidates qualifications and experience.
  • Opportunity to work on a strategic HR project with a reputable organisation.
  • Exposure to senior management and key organisational stakeholders.
  • Opportunity to contribute to job grading organisational development HR policy and broader HR transformation initiatives.
  • A professional environment that provides an opportunity to apply and further develop specialist HR expertise.
  • Project-based/contract appointment with clearly defined deliverables and responsibilities.
  • Professional exposure across multiple areas of Human Resources.


  • Closing date: 09 October 2026


    Required Skills:

    Job Grading & Job Evaluation HR Policies Procedures & Frameworks Labour Law & HR Compliance Recruitment & Selection Onboarding & Employee Lifecycle Management Performance Management Employee Relations Organisational Development & Workforce Planning Learning Development & Skills Remuneration & HR Structures HR Reporting Analysis & Documentation HR Project Management


    Required Education:

    NQF Level 7 or NQF Level 8 qualification in Human Resources Management Industrial Psychology Industrial/Organisational Psychology Human Resource Development Organisational Development or a related HR Honours Degree Postgraduate Diploma or Masters Degree in a relevant field will be qualifications in a relevant HR-related discipline will be registration with SABPP or another recognised and relevant professional body will be re