Officer :Employee Wellness and Organisational Development(post level 11/10) - (1056) at University of the Free State

Duties and responsibilities:

• Conduct psychometric assessments, including interpreting results, writing reports, and providing feedback for selection, placement, or promotion.
• Administering competency-based assessments, such as computer literacy and psychometric assessments, as part of the selection and developmental procedures.
• Assist with assessment coordination; this will include managing online supplier platforms, setting up and monitoring assessments as well as assessment administration.
• Create individual development plans for university staff and provide feedback to assist with the improvement of productivity, performance, and engagement. 
• Develop customised in-basket and skills assessment tests used to assess skills, abilities and interests for the purpose of employee selection, placement or promotion.
• Research, develop and present well-being programmes that enable employees to engage in effective management of their own overall well-being.
• Research and promote employee well-being attendance.

Inherent requirements:

• An Honours degree on NQF level 8 in Industrial Psychology/Human Resources/Psychology
• Registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Psychometrist or relevant field.
• A minimum of one (1) year of relevant work experience related to the duties and responsibilities. 

Recommendations: 

• Registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as an Industrial Psychologist.
• Knowledge and experience in research and employee well-being.

Competencies
Required competencies:
Results Orientated: 

• The ability to cope with a frequently changing environment and to adapt to evolving situations.
• The ability to deal calmly and effectively with high stress situations.

Strategic Thinking: 

• The ability to focus on details, work towards perfection, and approach work in a neat and organised manner.
• The ability to plan work and to follow plans.

Business Acumen:

• The ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations.
• Proficient in using MS Office.

Leading: 

• The ability to maintain high levels of personal motivation, energy, and enthusiasm.
• The ability to be cooperative with others, display a good-natured attitude, and encourage people to work together.

Building Coalitions:

• The ability to interact with others and establish personal connections with people.
• The ability to be sensitive and understanding to the needs and feelings of others.