Senior Human Resources Consultant

Listing reference: ukzn_000899 Listing status: Online Apply by: 26 August 2026

Position summary

Industry: Education & Training Job category: University and Academy Location: Westville Contract: Permanent Remuneration: Market Related EE position: Yes

Introduction

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES, HUMAN RESOURCES DIVISION, SENIOR HUMAN RESOURCES CONSULTANT, PERMANENT CONTRACT, (PEROMNES GRADE 7), WESTVILLE CAMPUS.

Job description

The successful incumbent will function as a Senior Human Resources Consultant, providing professional advice and consultation on a wide range of HR methods, policies, and programmes. Key responsibilities include consulting with Divisions and providing best-practice guidance in areas such as recruitment and selection, training and development, remuneration and benefits, change management, transformation and employment equity, organisational development, talent and performance management, employee relations, disciplinary processes, employee wellness, and general HR administration.

The role further entails the delivery of comprehensive human resources and equity programmes, as well as providing functional leadership, ensuring effective HR processes, and demonstrating sound self-management within the assigned college or business unit.

Minimum requirements

• Honours degree in Human Resources and/or Industrial Psychology/or related field
• Five (5) years generalist Human Resources experience, and three (3) years of which should be in a senior consulting capacity
• Demonstrates thorough understanding of HR theories and best practices
• Has sound knowledge of business drivers and trends and environmental factors to influence and shape HR strategy
• A valid driver’s licence

The closing date for receipt of applications is 26 August 2026

Enquiries and requests for a job profile may be directed in writing to Ms. Fezeka Mbuyane on Mbuyanef@ukzn.ac.za. This email address is for enquiries only and should not be used to submit applications.

To submit an application:

Please click on the link https://ukzn.ci.hr/applicant/index.php, or copy link to Microsoft Edge website or click on Career Portal website found on UKZN website home page.

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The University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) is committed to meeting the objectives of Employment Equity to improve representivity within the Institution. Preference will be given to applicants from designated groups in accordance with our Employment Equity Plan.

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• Please read the advertisement carefully. We do not consider applicants who do not meet the minimum requirements.

• The University is committed to Employment Equity.

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