Talent Management Manager

Financial Intelligence Centre > Corporate Services > Human Resources

Closing Date: 2/4/2026

Develop and execute talent management strategies and programs to ensure optimal organizational performance and sustainability in line with FIC strategic objectives.

• Develop and maintain talent acquisition strategies and support the execution to improve recruitment and business performance.
• Collaborate with recruitment teams to understand staffing needs and create job descriptions/profiles.
• Lead the implementation and maintenance of the FIC's Employee Value Proposition.
• Develop and maintain onboarding program and oversee the execution to ensure integration of new employees.

• Develop and deliver learning and development programs, competency models, career paths and talent assessments to enhance the skills and capabilities of the workforce as well as supporting a culture of growth and continuous learning.
• Facilitate leadership development initiatives to ensure organizational readiness for future leadership roles.

• Oversee the performance appraisal process and improvement plans, ensuring it aligns with organizational goals.
• Provide guidance to managers on performance management best practices and employee feedback.

• Develop and maintain succession plans to ensure continuity in leadership and critical roles.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of succession planning efforts.

• Develop strategies to foster and maintain a positive work environment that enhances employee engagement and retention.
• Conduct employee surveys and analyse feedback to inform talent management initiatives.
• Foster a positive organisational culture that promotes collaboration and inclusivity.

Partner with HR, divisions, and senior leadership to align talent initiatives.

• Utilise HR metrics and analytics to assess the effectiveness of talent management programs and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Prepare reports and presentations for management on talent management initiatives and outcomes.

Best Practice - Stay current with industry best practices and emerging trends in talent management, including digitisation and readiness for the fourth industrial revolution.

• Manages workflows and plans and ensures clarity around accountabilities in order to meet objectives and deliver agreed results.
• Encourages and enables teamwork.
• Coaches and performance manage the team.
• Manages the development of the team.

• Directly plans and reports on units' outputs and workplans and implement alternative plans.
• Develops and plans functional units quarterly plan in line with the area's annual plan.

• Manage allocated resources to ensure effective and efficient delivery.
• Makes recommendation on resources and budgetary requirements for annual planning purposes.
• Controls costs through effective management of principle business or operating process variables.

• Develop and maintain talent management practices, policies, procedures and systems.
• Manage the provision and maintenance talent management relevant reporting and data management.
• Ensure compliance with code of conduct, policies. procedures and legislative requirements.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of divisional and organizational policies.

• Education - Bachelor's degree in human resources or related (NQF7). Post graduate degree or certifications in talent management or organizational development will be preferable.

• Legislative Framework (SAQA requirements, Skills development statutory requirements) knowledge.
• Change management skills.
• Good verbal, written, interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, influence stakeholders and gain commitment with senior stakeholders including driving change.
• Ability to analyse data and make strategic decisions.
• Ability to analyse and interpret data and measure effectiveness of talent initiatives.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Self-driven, creative and strong ability to prioritise.

• 8 years' experience in talent management.
• Minimum 5 years' experience managing a talent management function.
• Proficiency in HR software and data analysis tools and learning solutions.
• 5 years' experience in successfully implemented learning interventions through close partnership with key stakeholders from learning needs analysis to learning design and delivery.