Academic Qualifications and Background: Degree in HR Management, Industrial and / or Organizational Psychology A background in Hospitality HR in 5 Luxury Hotel / Lodge environment Valid Drivers License Job Technical Skills: Strategic planning Proficient user of MS Office Proficient user of SAGE People 300 payroll software Conversant with Hospitality and HR Technical terminology Conversant with Hospitality organizational structures and roles Expertise in recruitment and Learning and Development (L&D) strategies Expertise in Employment Equity and B-BBEE strategies and reporting Work Experience: 5 years' experience in HR function in a hospitality environment Previous experience in L&D Previous experience in Recruitment Previous experience in Performance Management Thinking Ability: Ability to comprehend, develop and communicate abstract concepts Ability to correctly communicate detailed information and instruction to others Operate comfortably in an environment of high levels of ambiguity Ability to reduce ambiguity to a few, well throughout scenarios and to communicate these effectively Personal qualities: Models excellence of Human interaction, emotional intelligence and leadership Committed to creating environments in which employees can flourish and produce their best work Displays a sense of urgency and dedication to meeting the needs of others Strong organizational skills Tenacious in setting up and rolling-out systems and processes to increase efficiency and employee engagement leads the efforts to creating an environment of collaboration across functions Demonstrates high integrity and excellence in personal habits Does not make judgements about people based on their views, habits and personal preferences Ability to demonstrate a flexible approach to getting work done, adjusting to changing circumstance and demands Emotionally stable, even tempered and calm when placed with challenges Maintains positive outlook in most challenging situations and circumstances Physical Abilities: - High levels of mental endurance