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There are ways to improve on the broad-based scorecard – and achieve quick wins.
Ronda Naidu is an editor with CFO South Africa and CHRO South Africa. She holds a Masters in Corporate Journalism and earned her journalistic stripes at a number of the top privately owned media companies, across the print and online platforms, in South Africa. She has been recognised as a leading strategic communications professional in the country, having headed a number of communication functions across the financial, mining, engineering and agricultural industries.
There are ways to improve on the broad-based scorecard – and achieve quick wins.
The experienced C-suite level executive previously headed HR for New York-based Friedman LLP, an accounting, tax, and business consulting firm.
Recently named top CHRO in the world for 2022, Carol Surface is reportedly taking on the role of Apple’s first chief people officer.
Create a place where employees can live their purpose, change and grow, the HR leader says.
Study shows that HR is facing a seminal moment and it’s time for a big rebrand.
The experienced HR leader has been acting in the role since mid-2022.
There’s an unprecedented shift in employee expectations, and HR will have to keep up.
Elation at lower unemployment rate may be short-lived, says new report.
Let us know who comes to mind when you think HR excellence, and nominate them for the 2023 CHRO Awards!
The recent BTPI shows a 6.9 percent decline in South African salaries in real terms.
Yes, we did it. We asked ChatGPT to write an article on how human resources can manage artificial intelligence resources.
Gauteng retains its top spot as the job opportunity capital, according to the latest Employment Insights report.
Don’t try to make too many changes all at once: rather make incremental changes, she says.
From tax to AI, payroll personnel will need to pivot to keep up with changes.
The benefit applies across the board, to new dads, surrogacy, adoption and LGBT+ employees.
A competitive labour market and high inflation spur higher salary increases.
Amazon is expected to cut 18,000 jobs, with consumer retail and HR bearing the brunt of job losses.
The certified executive coach has over 20 years of experience in leadership positions.
4 Day Work Week SA kicks off in February with 20 companies on board.
A recent study shows that the shortage of skilled labour in Germany will be as high as seven million in 2035.
Covid-19 cases rise in China, prompting WFH order from local authorities.
Workers injured during wage protest at Makro.
job losses on the cards at Cisco.
Campaign calls on companies to eliminate conviction for a crime box on job application forms.
The World Bank’s recent climate report estimates that more than 600,000 “green” jobs can be created.
Survey shows that 80 percent of US workers believe they would be fired for refusing to return to the office.
Streaming giant Netflix hires more junior staff as it cuts back on costs.
Transnet declares wage dispute with unions, which are looking for a 12 percent increase.
Spain eases requirements for foreign workers to enter the official workforce.
Australia sees the climate emergency as an opportunity to create jobs.
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.
Australian study shows that men out-earn women at every stage of their working life.
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.
Survey shows that employees want privacy and places to do individual work when in the office.
The BBC plans to cut 1,000 jobs, while Samsung announces its plan to create 80,000 jobs.
HR leaders delve into practical ways to respond to the future world of work.
Vodacom recently announced its strengthened GBV policy to support survivors of violence or abuse.
The majority of Apple employees do not want to return to the office.
PWC data shows unemployment expected to reach 39.3 percent by 2030.
Apple workers in the US seek R463 per hour minimum wage.
Massmart highlights the need for South Africa to access scarce skills.
Microsoft report shows that flexibility and wellbeing are ‘non-negotiables’ for employees.
The energetic HR leader is using the people agenda to support business growth.
Research commissioned by Workday shows pandemic and economic downturn have elevated the CHRO role.
The energetic leader believes in the value of showing up in the moment.
The SABPP chair sees value in recognising those who champion the people agenda.
Labour Court rules on admission policy to workplace premises.
Financial wellness provider SmartAdvance has joined the HR Indaba Network.
The experienced executive says HR is in the ‘sweet spot’.
The energetic HR leader sees the power of great talent within an organisation.
In addition to her medical training, Roze has extensive experience in business and management consulting.
The new JSE HR director has already found connection with a “powerhouse of a team”.
The multi-talented value creator is acutely aware of the strategic role that CHROs play.
Plans for various employer obligations for skills transfer and limited duration work permits.
The HR leader has moved from the nuts and bolts to leading the people agenda.
Curating learning sources can give employees more control over their learning experiences.
The qualified auditor with a passion for people has been at KPMG for over two decades.
There are ways to bridge the digital divide separating office employees from those at the coalface.
Investec’s Head of people and organisation shares three unique insights on having a workplace vaccination policy.
Rio Tinto report into workplace cultures shows South Africa experienced the highest rates of racism.
Cosatu calls for more funding for the presidential employment stimulus plan.
Omicron leads to job losses in Canada.
The CSIR’s group executive of human capital and communication finds inspiration in the ‘me zone’ when running.
A Prasa internal audit finds 3,000 “ghost employees” on the state-owned entity’s payroll.
Candidates interview a company as much as they are being interviewed, says Wamly’s Francois de Wet.
Companies can, however, enable secure communication opportunities for their employees, according to Kaspersky.
Since the hard lockdowns of 2020, the relationship between HR and Finance has evolved significantly.
Candidates ready to learn and want fulfilment in their jobs, says a Michael Page survey.
Uber Canada reaches agreement with a private sector union.
Sars will make it ‘hard and costly’ for anyone involved in tax crimes.
The BTPI shows take-home pay reached R72.2 billion in December – the highest on record.
The experienced HR leader will continue with her focus in the FMCG space.
The Bridgestone chief people officer believes in leaders who put people first.
Commissioner finds that the employee was ‘’permanently incapacitated” by not being vaccinated.
EE labour director cautions against waiting until the “last second”.
Landmark ruling allows Starbucks’ employees to form a union.
The CCMA and BUSA launch free-to-use labour advice app.
Professionals’ interest in changing jobs is still at an all-time high of 47 percent, survey finds.
Health, communication and transport have shown a significant increase in employment figures, analysis shows.
Hard lessons learnt from the Covid-19 TERS payments help to prevent double-dipping.
Apple tightens virus protocols to meet Biden vaccination target date.
Business process outsourcing is identified as a priority sector for job creation in South Africa.
Also in the spotlight: Ford India to shed jobs and Canva abolishes formal office attendance rules.
Companies in the financial services, education and mining sector look to mandatory vaccination policies.
Ipsos research shows liquor outlets have been losing about 50 percent of revenue, yet overheads remain unchanged.
Labour shortage and higher costs driving an automation wave in the US.
The Road Freight Association trials pop-up vaccination sites on N3.
The after-school programme will address shortage of females in science, tech, engineering and maths.
Chinese authorities take the hard-line on 996 culture: working 9 am to 9 pm, six days a week.
Major miners expected to make submissions on Australian government inquiry into sexual harassment.
Foreign national employment under the radar, while Covid-19 vaccination makes slow and steady progress.
Higher income earners expected to contribute to state and private sector pension funds.
High levels of pandemic-related stress and poor ergonomics for at-home working are leading to an increase in disability claims.
Interruptions at work can raise stress levels and make people feel like they belong, according to a new study.
Culture, flexibility and ethics are among the top employer attractiveness criteria, according to a new survey.
Enforcement of legislation is a challenge with poor employer compliance and limited human resources capacity for inspections.
Big Tech does a turnaround on office re-openings and remote work as Covid-19 continues.
Capitec embraces the fourth industrial revolution, goes on a massive recruitment drive to fill 300 positions.
Employees and employers are not yet on the same page around new work models.
Anti-vaxxers will receive 50 percent less in annual increase at US packing firm.
Almost two-thirds of South African enterprises expect staff to make a full return to the workplace.
Business needs to start proactively managing culture, a new PwC Global Culture survey.
EU draft directive puts the gender pay gap in the spotlight, while Taiwan plans to reskill this year.
Antoinette believes that understanding different aspects of the business are key to HR’s success.
Radio stations team up to help people in industries hardest affected by the Covid-19 lockdown.
A SAGEA survey shows that recruiting patterns for graduates are largely unchanged.
Despite the pandemic and lockdown restrictions, companies can still inspire change.
Companies and countries are trialling new methods of work, from reduced days to no probation period.
Global recruiters predict an increase in demand for business school graduates.