Job Purpose
The Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) is responsible for providing HR leadership and strategic consulting to the SAA Group. This position requires strong relationship-building skills and deep expertise in all areas of Human Resources, especially organisational assessment and development. The successful candidate is expected to play a proactive and visible role within the organisation.
This position reports to the CEO.
Principal Accountabilities
Assist in developing the Group Business Strategy Act as a strategic member of the Exco team to align the development
and implementation of HR programmes and processes to provide organisational synergies, improve communications and enhance overall effectiveness of the organisation through its human capital
Provide consultative advice to management regarding the execution of business strategy and participate in corporate-wide human resources initiatives
Evaluate company culture through various means such as employee surveys and recommend changes in policies, procedures, and practices as needed to meet corporate strategic plans and goals
Ensure that employee performance management and total rewards strategies are aligned with corporate goals and objectives
Benchmark best practices in talent management and organisational effectiveness to develop a clearly defined HR strategy and ensure effective communication regarding the strategy to include, but not limited to, the following: organisational culture, visions and values
Delegate, coach, develop and manage a diverse and geographically dispersed team
Work with executive management to establish a sound plan of management succession that corresponds to the strategy and objectives of the organisation
Ensure human resources compliance with applicable employment laws
Represent the Company in litigation as an HR expert
Lead and provide coaching and mentoring to HR staff and ensure that the team is focused on prompt and accurate service to all customers internally and externally
Oversee and manage executive recruitment activities
Perform other functions and duties as needed and/or assigned by Group CEO
Provide the strategic alignment, socialisation and successful embedment of the culture themes into the current initiatives that will drive the culture evolution
Lead and drive talent management, performance management, training and development
Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor's Degree in Business or Human Resources Management (e.g.: B.Com, B.BusSci, BA Human Resources) at NQF level 7
Relevant postgraduate qualification will be an advantage
Minimum of 12 - 15 years of Human Resources experience of which 10 years at a Senior Management/Executive level
Knowledge and Skills
Capability to assess HR implications of business priorities
Comprehensive understanding of HR principles, techniques and procedures
Leadership
Influencing skills
Communication skills (written and verbal in English)
Commercial acumen
Presentation skills
Negotiation skills
Attributes
Strategic mindset
People management
Collaboration skills
Service orientated (internal and external)
Integrity
Assertive/ decisive
Ability to navigate large, complex business environment
Problem solving
Deadline:16th January,2026