CHROs revealed how they learnt to be agile, empathetic and innovative during and after the Covid-19 pandemic. Rising energy costs are likely to lead to massive jobs cuts in Italy. While progress has been made to uplift women, there is still room for improvement, says Tariro Mutizwa. The company joins the list of companies that will be exhibiting at the HR Indaba. Employers should have reasonable grounds to fire employees, writes lvan lsraelstam. Amazon opens new offices in Johannesburg, and has a number of vacancies available. The chief people officer has a passion for teaching and developing people and leaving them in a better position. Companies should encourage employees to take power naps while they are at work, says Kelsey Rod. Australian government, unions and employers to consider industrial bargaining reforms at jobs summit. How corporate South Africa is tackling the country’s youth skills gap at its source, through
primary and high school education initiatives. Work-life balance and wellness levels are worse than ever, writes Lana Hindmarch. The insurance company will exhibit at the HR Indaba. The new group people and culture manager says she is “humbled” to be part of the organisation. HRTorQue Outscourcing will be exhibiting at the HR Indaba. Nicole Erasmus highlights the benefits of having a strong corporate culture as 2023 approaches. Transnet declares wage dispute with unions, which are looking for a 12 percent increase. As technology takes up more space, collaboration and continuous learning are vital, writes Patricia van Wyk. The software company says it is proud to be partnering with HR Indaba.
The vast majority of white-collar workers are still predominantly undertaking remote work.
The Group Head: People Experience says she is excited about joining the company. The employee benefits and financial advisory company will be exhibiting at the HR Indaba. CareerJunction warns that certain job roles will fall away as new technologies evolve. Research from Harvard Business Review shows that promoting work/life balance can boost diversity. Royal HaskoningDHV CEO Anke Mastenbroek says women engineers don’t need to toughen up or downplay their gender. The Labour Court rules that dismissing employees after retirement age is ‘fair’. Decusatio’s Emma Montocchio says innovation requires different input from an HR perspective. The smarter the machines become, the more important human strengths become, says expert.
Research shows there is still a significant gap in equality among men and women across most job sectors. China’s zero tolerance to Covid-19 affects job seekers. Companies that can attract and retain talent will thrive after the pandemic, says Kea Hammond. Bernadine Goosen’s passion for the wine industry leads her to extend a helping hand. BankservAfrica data shows that high inflation is knocking salaries. Spending time at the office is a chance to escape domestic pressures, says Pinpoint One’s Lucia Mabasa. Devni Naidoo Ferdi leaves her position as Inclusion and Diversity Director in EMEA at Estee Lauder.
The group executive: people at Implats has been nominated for her extensive experience in HR. Spain eases requirements for foreign workers to enter the official workforce. Bridgestone Southern Africa has announced the appointment of Karen McDonald as its people director. Human capital needed in science, technology and innovation. The HR director at Hellmann Worldwide Logistics – Africa, has been nominated for her role in HR. The market HR cluster head at Google believes HR should be seen and heard.
Speaking at the CFO and CHRO South Africa Women’s Dinner, Avanthi said women need to take care of themselves too. A panel discussion of some of South Africa’s top women executives looked at what it takes for women to succeed The annual CFO and CHRO South Africa Women’s Dinner left attendees feeling inspired and recognised. Harambee announces the appointment of Mpho Motshegoa as its talent and culture head. Australia sees the climate emergency as an opportunity to create jobs. Lesley-Anne Gatter becomes Investec’s global head of people and organisation. Department of Labour to vet all work visas, according to amended regulations. Start-up success will always rest on recruiting the right quality individuals. The HR executive at Vuma has been nominated for her extensive experience in HR. The Covid-19 pandemic has led to companies shifting their focus to the wellbeing of their staff. With the rapid adoption of remote and hybrid work models, businesses around the world have a unique opportunity to reimagine the future of work. Desereé van den Berg shared her study on organisational design and how WFH affects it. Spain finds that height requirement for female police officers is discriminatory. Dearth of skills in the medical sector, says Profmed. Youth skills development for sustainable, inclusive growth must carefully consider ‘jobs of tomorrow’. The chief HR and service officer at Home of Living Brands has been nominated for her role in HR.
A study has revealed that Tuesdays and Wednesdays are the most popular days for driving to work.
Employment prospects have improved over the past six months, research reveals. The Group Executive Head of HR at Santam Insurance has been nominated for her role in HR.
The Capital’s Chief People Officer has been nominated for his experience in HR. The HR leader says being in her position at the age of 30 is a dream come true. The head of HR at Mediamark has been nominated for her extensive experience in HR. Unvaccinated employees are no longer required to take rapid Covid-19 tests at Standard Bank. SARS faces a second worker strike for the year, as tax season begins. The HR executive has a passion for people that shines through in her work. Court papers reveal how Amazon measured employee performance in minute detail. CHROs are grateful to have been able to relax and unwind while they made scrumptious courses. The chief capability officer at Vantage Data has been nominated for her experience in HR. The Blu Label Telecoms group executive human capital and transformation has been nominated for her role in HR. The CMMA is not the ultimate decider of the constitutionality of mandatory vaccinations, says expert. Vodacom’s executive head of HR Njabulo Mashigo has been nominated for her extensive role in HR. The employment of foreign nationals should not adversely impact unskilled South Africans, a court has found. Bitco’s chief human resources officer, Riani Meyer, has been nominated for her experience in HR. The latest CCMA ruling is a warning to employers to accommodate anti-vaxxers before dismissing them Eskom plans to bring back former employees to mentor staff. Truck maker AB Volvo has begun laying off some of its Russian staff, scales down operations. Thungela Resources’ executive head of HR, Lesego Mataboge, details how seamless change management saw the business through a massive shift. The hybrid work model presents a great opportunity for all businesses – big and small. Save time screening potential candidates with interviewME’s one-way video interviewing software platform. Ronald Abvajee says employers focus on the wrong interventions in dealing with the wellbeing of their staff. One of the HR functions is to urgently address transformation in the workplace, says expert. Workers in South Africa’s formal, non-agricultural sectors earn the best average salaries, research finds. The new head of HR Southern Africa says she is ecstatic to join the international company.
ServiceNow and Quintica collaborate to address the skills gap in the information technology sector.
Australian study shows that men out-earn women at every stage of their working life. When she is not wearing her corporate hat, the head of human resources reads, and binges on her favourite TV shows. The Labour Court upholds company decision to fire employee for cannabis use. It’s time for business to meet employees where they are to increase engagement and productivity. Online hiring activity increases 24 percent year-on-year, according to an employment insights report. The ‘Great Resignation’ is now in full force as employees refuse to go back to normal office life. Vodacom seeks to address the gender digital gap in South Africa through a programme aimed at girls. The youth should remain diligent in the quest to work and learn, says expert. Host employers must maintain a “shadow payroll” to ensure full tax compliance. Eskom warns of higher risk of loadshedding as protests continue after wage talks stall. CHROs at the Cape Town Summit hear how people-priorities have shifted, and organisations have to adapt. The head of human resources marvels at seeing her HR career blossom. Volkswagen cuts wages and working hours as parts shortage bites. Executives reveal that HR needs to focus on developing and retaining existing talent in their organisations. Redefine Properties’ group HR manager, Renske Coetzee, has been nominated for her experience in HR. Professionals are facing a serious mental health crisis, calling for greater awareness and support in workplaces and within communities. Employers praise Degreed for catering to the diverse needs of employees, as well as their organisations. The vice president and country HR head at Startek has been nominated for his role in HR. The future belongs to those who can learn, unlearn, and relearn, says Dr Thulane Ngele. The human resources executive at Assore has been nominated for his role in HR. The pandemic and the war in Ukraine will see HR departments reducing their talent teams, says Celeste Sirin. President calls on youth to join the public sector. Taskmo Gig Index shows massive increase in demand for gig workers. Youth month should be a time for every South African to help develop young graduates. The winner of the R5,000 cash prize at the HR Indaba Online says she had loads of fun at the event. HR practitioners can only change the impact they have on staff when they change the way they think, says Nishan Pillay. The group human resources executive at Transaction Capital Risk Services has been nominated for her extensive role in HR. Baker McKenzie announces several appointments in its Johannesburg office.
Legal experts and human capital leaders uncovered the implementation of mandatory vaccination policies in the workplace. Survey shows that employees want privacy and places to do individual work when in the office. When she is not wearing the HR officer hat, Bernadine Goosen indulges in mountain biking. PwC study shows that 20 percent of workers plan to change jobs in the next 12 months. Webber Wentzel appoints Nametsegang Maruping as human resources director.Great conversation, laughter and luscious food take centre stage at CHRO Dinner
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One in five employees goes to the office full-time, research reveals
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Recruitment activity takes a dip, while hiring activity increases
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Bernadine Goosen starts own HR consulting firm
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Devni Naidoo Ferdi resigns from Estee Lauder
Lee-Ann Samuel joins the list of the 2022 CHRO Awards nominees
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Karen McDonald has joined Bridgestone Southern Africa
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Marlize Kriel has been nominated for the 2022 CHRO Awards
Avanthi Maharaj found a “home” at Google
Avanthi Maharaj says wellbeing is more important than killing yourself for work
Women’s Dinner panellists say the road to success is not easy
Celebrating women’s excellence at CFO and CHRO South Africa Women’s Dinner
Mpho Motshegoa joins Harambee
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Investec increases women representation in its group executive team
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Fifi Sali has been nominated for the 2022 CHRO Awards
CHROs highlight the importance of employee wellbeing in the workplace
To combat the ‘Great Resignation’, companies should develop talent from within
CHROs weigh in on the remote workforce and the organisational design conundrum
Global HR headlines: UK companies provide cost-of-living payments, airplane mechanics in short supply
SA HR news roundup: Standard Bank launches free virtual internships, BMW seeks IT skills
Organisations should urgently create employment opportunities for young people
Nina Sternberg has been nominated for the 2022 CHRO Awards
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Job roles currently on demand in South Africa
Enid Lizamore has been nominated for the 2022 CHRO Awards
John Skelton has been nominated for the 2022 CHRO Awards
Ruvanya Reddy becomes Tate & Lyle’s head of HR for Turkey, Middle East and Africa
Mpho Mazibuko has been nominated for the 2022 CHRO Awards
Standard Bank withdraws its mandatory vaccination policy
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Hybrid work helps Momentum Investments' human capital executive Desiré Pauw to balance her professional and personal life
Global HR headlines: China creates over six million jobs, Microsoft starts lay-offs
HR leaders get their culinary skills tested at first ever CHRO South Africa cookout
Kim McCallum has been nominated for the 2022 CHRO Awards
Antoinette Roberts nominated for the 2022 CHRO Awards
Employers can still implement mandatory vaccination policies
Njabulo Mashigo has been nominated for the 2022 CHRO Awards
Excluding South Africans from employment opportunities may constitute unfair discrimination
Riani Meyer has been nominated for the 2022 CHRO Awards
Uncertainty on fairness of dismissing anti-vaxxers
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Global HR headlines: Huawei looks to workers for business ideas, Lufthansa staff want “cost-cutting craziness” to end
How companies get stronger in periods of profound change
Remote work opportunities are on the rise in South Africa.
Software company makes recruiting easy for South African companies
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Highest and lowest paying sectors in South Africa revealed
Shanitha Singh has joined Sandvik
ServiceNow gives young people an opportunity to train, reskill and upskill
Global HR headlines: UK job market looks to graduates, Meta freezes positions
Sinqobile Khuluse believes in incorporating women into leadership roles in the private sector
SA HR news roundup: Dramatic drop in salaries, workers looking for better EVP
Effective communication means bridging the digital divide
Top three metros show an increase in demand for professionals
Return-to-office ultimatums are likely to backfire on the business
Not enough women enter STEM careers
Government, private job market should play a part in remedying the unemployment reality South Africa faces
South African employers should guard against tax non-compliance from expatriate employees
SA HR news roundup: Brain drain in healthcare sector, the masks come off
Abdullah Verachia reveals the makings of a future-fit HR function
Lindsay Burgess is a foodie who enjoys exploring different dishes
Global HR headlines: Employee stress at an all-time high, Walmart extends maternal care options
Cape Town CHROs reveal why the war for talent is the wrong battle
Renske Coetzee has been nominated for the 2022 CHRO Awards
SA industry professionals weigh in on Covid-19’s mental health toll
Degreed’s Learning Experience Platform (LXP) improves new hire onboarding, productivity
Phil Tshikotshi has been nominated for the 2022 CHRO Awards
Business organisations are creating learning barriers
Bongani Phakathi has been nominated for the 2022 CHRO Awards
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SA HR news roundup: Renewed focus on transformation, job market improves
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Young people no longer motivated to look for jobs, says expert
Cash prize winner at HR Indaba Online says the money is a gift
SuperHeRoes that walk among us all the time
Dineo Sekwele has been nominated for the 2022 CHRO Awards
Labour law expert Johan Botes appointed member of Baker McKenzie’s management committee
Mandatory vaccinations under the spotlight at HR Indaba Conversation
SA HR news roundup: Covid-19 complacency, people want privacy in the office
Bernadine Goosen seems to be drawn to working for family businesses
Global HR headlines: HR policy changes at Microsoft, Volkswagen offers payout to Russian workers
Nametsegang Maruping joins Webber Wentzel
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