Consultant: Human Resources (Internal Vacancy)

Title of Position

Consultant: Human Resources (Internal Vacancy)

Post Number

6033

Faculty/Department

University of the Western Cape → Human Resources

Type of Position

Permanent – Full Time

Length of Contract Period

— (not specified)

Location

Main Campus – Bellville, WC ZA (Primary)

Closing Date

11/5/2026

Role Clarification & Key Performance Areas

The University of the Western Cape (UWC) is a vibrant, diverse and dynamic university, rooted in the African continent with an increasing global reach. UWC actively responds in critical and creative ways to the development needs of the country, within an ever-changing and challenging global context.

The role of the Human Resources Department is to support the University’s People Strategy which presents challenging people deliverables in relation to change and transformation projects and strategies. Transformational leadership is required from all at the University, and the role of HR is both to enable and facilitate processes for continuous improvement.

Reporting to the Manager: Human Resources, the successful candidate will provide a comprehensive, proactive, integrated and professional HR Generalist service to the specified Faculty or Unit – including the Executive Member, Dean of the Faculty, Heads of Departments and Employees – ensuring that the People Strategies are incorporated into their operating plans for optimal results.

Your Responsibilities Will Include

• Business Partnering/Generalist Consulting (partners with clients to ensure the implementation and delivery of key HR initiatives within the Faculty/Division, as the key interface between the HR Department and the Faculty or Division);
• People Planning (including recruitment and selection, induction/onboarding, talent management, exit management);
• Employee Relations by providing first line advice on disciplinary issues as well as incapacity issues;
• Policy and Procedures (advise on relevant policies and procedures);
• Organisational development and change management (consult and provide guidance to line management regarding proposals to redesign/restructure);
• Staff Development (facilitate, provide guidance and monitor the implementation of Performance Development System (PDS) within the Faculty/Unit and advise on relevant staff development initiatives);
• Rewards and Benefits (check, review, consult and guide on budgets and annual salary increase files and report on exceptions);
• HR Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting (oversee and facilitate submission of annual, quarterly and/or monthly reports on the application of specific HR practices; and other legislative reporting);
• Governance/Risk and Compliance (participate in governance committees; implement HR processes and monitor and report on compliance);
• HR Administration (overseeing all HR administration functions relating to units/departments for which you are responsible).

Minimum Requirements

• Postgraduate Qualification (NQF level 8) in Human Resources or a related field;
• At least five (5) years’ generalist HR experience;
• Three (3) years is at the level of the HR Business Partner gained in a tertiary educational environment;
• Sound knowledge of relevant legislation (BCEA, LRA, EE, Skills Development Act and Immigration Act) are essential.

Competencies Required

• Building Interpersonal Relationships
• Planning and Organising Skills
• Facilitating Change
• Personal Leadership
• Adaptability and Flexibility
• Digital Acumen

In your application, you are encouraged to highlight your strengths and include anything else you deem exceptional and outstanding to be considered by the selection panel. In addition, please attach a cover letter motivating your suitability, a detailed curriculum vitae including contact details of three referees, and your highest qualification to your online profile.

To be considered for this vacancy, you must click on the Apply for this Job link below or apply directly via UWC Careers at https://uwc.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/JobSearch/viewAll. For any queries, please contact the Human Resources Department at +27 21 959 4063/3642/9362/9708/3160/3756 or email: e-recruitment@uwc.ac.za.

DISCLAIMER: By applying for the position, you consent to the University sharing your application, including curriculum vitae, with University stakeholders to process the application. In line with the University’s commitment to diversifying its workforce, preference will be given to suitably qualified applicants in line with our Employment Equity Targets. The official retirement age at UWC is 65 years. The University reserves the right to not make an appointment, make an appointment at a different level, seek additional candidates and may conduct competency assessments.

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