Human Resources Information Systems Specialist

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced HR Information Systems Specialist to drive the design
, optimisation
, and governance of our HR Information Systems and analytics capability
.

This role is critical in enabling accurate
, compliant HR reporting
, supporting digital HR transformation
, and delivering meaningful workforce insights across the business.

You will work closely with Stakeholders to ensure that HR systems, data, and reporting solutions are fit-for-purpose, future-ready, and aligned to South African legislative requirements.

Job Objectives:

HRIS & Reporting Enablement

• Design, develop, and implement HR Shared Services–specific reporting and HR analytics solutions
• Map HR processes, information flows, and reporting requirements
• Define HRIS architecture, system scope, and data integration standards
• Ensure accurate data flow from all feeder systems into the HRIS
• Manage HRIS change requests end-to-end, from scoping through to deployment

HR Technology Roadmaps & Digital Transformation

• Develop and maintain HR technology roadmaps and blueprints
• Identify and implement automation and process optimisation opportunities
• Enhance employee, manager, and HR user experience through technology

HR Analytics, BI & Compliance Reporting

• Build and maintain compliance, operational, and ad hoc HR reports
• Implement data collation, cleansing, validation, and variance checks
• Partner with HR and business owners to resolve data inconsistencies
• Maintain BI dashboards and deliver accurate workforce insights
• Ensure data integrity across all HR systems at all times

Organisation Design Enablement

• Translate approved organisational structures into HR systems, including positions, reporting lines, and cost centres
• Support workforce planning, organisational effectiveness, and compliance

Governance, Risk & Stakeholder Enablement

• Implement HRIS governance, controls, and audit-ready processes
• Ensure compliance with BCEA, Employment Equity, BBBEE, and Skills Development reporting requirements
• Partner with HR, Payroll, IT, BI, and Finance stakeholders
• Provide system training, guidance, and enablement to HR users and managers

System Optimisation & Continuous Improvement

• Monitor system performance and data quality
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and scalability

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, HR Technology, Computer Science, or related field (Essential)
• HRIS or BI certifications (Pay Space, Workday, SAP, Power BI) (Desirable)

• 6–10 years’ experience in HR Technology / HRIS implementation, configuration, and support
• 3–5 years’ experience in i.e. Pay Space HR & Payroll administration and configuration
• 3–5 years’ experience with HR feeder system integrations (e.g. recruitment platforms)
• 3–5 years’ experience in Power BI or enterprise HR analytics
• Proven experience driving HR digital transformation initiatives
• Experience working in a matrix organisation

• Advanced HR process mapping and system configuration
• Advanced HRIS integrations, data flows, and change management
• Advanced HR reporting, analytics, and audit compliance
• Strong knowledge of BCEA, EE, BBBEE, and Skills Development reporting
• Solid understanding of organisation design enablement within HR systems