Occupational Development & Engagement Consultant

Our client is seeking an experienced Occupational Development & Engagement Consultant to join their Human Resources Division in Kariega. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and driving organisational development and employee engagement initiatives across the business, with a strong focus on workplace culture, leadership effectiveness and employee engagement.

• Plan and manage the annual employee engagement survey process.
• Support managers with survey preparation, feedback and action planning.
• Guide leadership in developing and tracking employee engagement action plans.
• Facilitate workshops, discussions and engagement sessions across teams.
• Analyse survey results and prepare clear reports and presentations.
• Coordinate internal communication and employee engagement campaigns.
• Liaise with global engagement networks and support group-wide initiatives.
• Facilitate organisational development, culture and learning interventions.
• Identify team culture challenges and implement appropriate solutions.
• Organise engagement activities, including workshops and team events.
• Collaborate with internal communications to ensure clear and effective messaging.
• Manage budgets associated with OD and engagement initiatives.
• Monitor progress and measure the effectiveness of engagement programmes.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree (3 years) in Human Resource Management, Industrial Psychology or Organisational Development.
• Professional registration, such as Industrial Psychologist or Certified Coach, will be advantageous.

Experience:

• 3–5 years’ experience in Human Resources, preferably within Training & Development, HR Consulting, or Assessment & Diagnostics.
• Proven experience in employee engagement and organisational development initiatives.
• Understanding of change management processes.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent planning, analytical and facilitation abilities.
• Conflict management skills.
• Project management capability.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Proficient in MS Office.
• Adaptable, self-motivated and proactive.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not receive a response within 14 days, kindly consider your application unsuccessful.