Group Human Resources Manager

Job Profile – Group HR ManagerReports to: Group Executive Leadership (Group Chairman / Group CEO)Location: Based in Cape Town Office, South Africa (oversight across RDC Property Group operations, including Botswana)Level: Senior ManagementDirect Reports: HR Officers / Representatives within Business Units / Operations, a manager of managers role.PurposeLead and execute strategic and operational HR initiatives across RDC Property Group.Act as a trusted HR Business Partner to senior leadership and operational managers, aligning people strategies with business goals, driving performance, and fostering a high-engagement, values-driven culture.Key ResponsibilitiesHR Strategy & Leadership:Maintain job descriptions and role clarity across business units.Lead recruitment, talent acquisition, and early-career programs.Integrate employees from acquisitions, ensuring cultural alignment.Implement performance management, career development, and recognition programs.Benchmark compensation and establish internal salary bands.Develop KPIs, incentive structures, and HR analytics dashboards.Draft, update, and enforce Group HR policies, ensuring compliance with labour laws.HR Business Partnering:Advise senior leadership on talent management, workforce planning, and organizational effectiveness.Support operational managers in employee relations, performance management, and team development.Coach leaders on succession planning, capability building, and change management.Identify learning needs and oversee development programs.Promote company values, equity, wellbeing, and collaboration.Employee Engagement & Culture:Lead engagement initiatives, including surveys and follow-ups.Act as a cultural ambassador to embed values and drive retention.Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):Adoption and impact of HR policies and systems.Recruitment success and retention of key talent.Leadership satisfaction with HR support.Employee engagement and culture metrics.Compliance with labour regulations.Effective integration of acquired employees.Data-driven workforce planning decisions.Candidate ProfileQualifications & Experience:Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field; postgraduate preferred.Minimum 10 years HR experience, with 5+ years in leadership and HRBP roles.Proven HR Business Partner experience with senior management.Knowledge of South African and/or Botswana labour laws (ready to learn other regional jurisdictions labour laws).Skilled in HR analytics, reporting, and workforce planning.Professional HR certification (CIPD, SHRM, SABPP) preferred.Core Competencies:Business acumen, linking HR strategy to organizational goals.Excellent communication, influencing, and coaching skills.Strategic thinker with operational execution ability.Integrity, cultural sensitivity, and commitment to equity and wellbeing.Change management and team development expertise.How to ApplySend your CV and a cover letter detailing your suitability for the role to given@rdc.bw with the subject line "Group HR Manager Application – Your Name" by 14th November 2025.Should you not hear from us within two weeks, this may indicate that your application has not progressed further at this time. We sincerely thank you for your interest in RDC Property Group.We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.