NWU

Town:

Potchefstroom

Position:

Specialist: Organisational Development

Experience Needed:

Minimum requirements • A bachelor’s degree (NQF level 7) in Human Resources or related fields (i.e Industrial Psychology). • A minimum of five (5) years’ experience working as a Specialist in the relevant industry. ADDED ADVANTAGES & PREFERENCES: • An honours degree (NQF level 8) in Human Resources or related fields (i.e. Industrial Psychology). • Accreditation with the HPCSA as an Independent Psychometrist.

Requirements:

KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES: • In-depth knowledge of organizational development as it applies to the organizational context • Knowledge of organizational development principles, practices, philosophies, and procedures • Knowledge of general Human Resources principles, practices, and procedures • Strategic thinking • Analytical thinking • Excellent verbal and written communication skills • Ability to work with cross-functional teams. • Ability to liaise effectively across all levels of responsibility in the organization. KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES: • Ability to clearly articulate and explain complex ideas and information, as well as the institutional strategy to wider audiences. • Strong interpersonal and visionary skills • The ability to work with people from a wide range of backgrounds. • Formulating and Developing Strategies and concepts • Creating and managing change • Work well under pressure, agility, and adaptability.

Duties Include:

Introduction NORTH-WEST UNIVERSITY (POTCHEFSTROOM CAMPUS) DIVISION: PEOPLE AND CULTURE DEPARTMENT: TALENT MANAGEMENT & ORGANISATIONAL DEVELOPMENT VACANCY: SPECIALIST - ORGANISATIONAL DEVELOPMENT EMPLOYMENT TYPE: TEMPORARY APPOINTMENT (6 MONTHS) Job description PURPOSE OF THE POSITION Provide hands-on organisational development expertise to support the implementation of Council-approved Organisational Structures. JOB DESCRIPTION The Temporary OD Specialist will provide hands-on organisational development expertise to support the implementation of NWU’s Council-approved organisational structures. The role will focus on translating the approved structure into operational reality by contributing to key OD deliverables including: Key Responsibilities 1. Structure Implementation Support · Align existing and new positions with the approved structure. · Facilitate the matching and placing of staff into positions based on placement criteria. · Support the issuance of placement communications and records. 2. Job Architecture and Design · Review and update job descriptions to reflect functional accountabilities. · Contribute to the refinement of job families, job levels, and career pathways. · Assist with the structuring and updating of the job description repository. 3. Competency and Qualification Frameworks · Develop and align a core competency framework linked to job levels. · Draft qualification and experience matrices to support talent management and recruitment. 4. Job Evaluation and Grading Support · Identify roles requiring re-evaluation and prepare evaluation documentation. · Support the facilitation of job evaluation panels and consolidation of inputs.

Additional Info:

REMUNERATION: The monthly total remuneration will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines. ENQUIRIES REGARDING JOB CONTENT MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Dr Agnes Ndungu on 018 285 2407 ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Ms. Goitsemang Ntsoelengoe on 018 299 2752 CLOSING DATE: 4 July 2025 PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES: As soon as possible

Starting Date:

July 5, 2025

Date Created:

June 26, 2025

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