• Job Description

  Req#: JR-68114

  Let's Write Africa's Story Together!

  Old Mutual is a firm believer in the African opportunity and our diverse talent reflects this.

  Job Description

  The Performance Management Consultant contributes to the designing, and implementation, of the performance management framework, processes, and tools that drive individual and organizational effectiveness. This role partners closely with HR, business partners, and employees to ensure performance management practices are aligned with strategic goals and foster a culture of continuous feedback, accountability, and development.

  Key Result Areas

  Performance Framework Design:

  • Provide input into performance management frameworks, processes, and KPIs that align with organizational strategy and support a high-performance culture.

  Process Implementation & Support:

  • Assist with leading the end-to-end implementation of performance management cycles (goal setting, mid-year and year-end reviews, calibration sessions, etc.).

  • Test for consistent application of performance standards and processes across all organizational levels and departments

  Analytics & Reporting:

  • Analyze performance data to identify trends, gaps, and enhancement opportunities. Support on delivering analytical reports that enable leadership to make informed decisions and drive continuous improvement efforts.

  Training, Communication and Change:

  • Contribute to the design and delivery of training sessions and supporting resources on performance management best practices. Support clear and consistent communication of related processes and timelines.

  • Provide group guidance and coaching to managers and employees on setting objectives, delivering feedback, managing underperformance, and conducting reviews.

  • Support change management efforts to embed a performance-oriented mindset across the organization

  • Build effective working relationships within the internal client organization, delivering high-quality professional services with guidance from senior colleagues

  System Optimization:

  • Collaborate with HRIS or IT teams to optimize digital performance management tools and platforms, ensuring usability and data integrity.

  Requirements: Skills, Qualifications and Experience required

  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Psychology, Business Administration, or a related field.

  • 5+ years of experience in HR or consulting roles with a strong focus on performance management.

  • Experience in contributing to the design and implementation of performance frameworks in complex, matrixed organizations.

  • Strong knowledge of performance management methodologies (e.g., OKRs, SMART goals, 9-box, balanced scorecard).

  • Data analysis experience would be advantageous

  • Excellent facilitation, coaching, and interpersonal skills.

  • Proficient in HRIS and performance management tools (Workday).

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

  Key Competencies:

  • Analytical Capability

  • Stakeholder Management

  • Communication & Facilitation

  • Adaptability

  • Integrity and Confidentiality

  Skills

  Business Requirements Analysis, Data Analysis, Data Compilation, Data Interpretations, Data Management, Evaluating Information, Executing Plans, HR Employee Relations, Human Capital Management Systems, Nonprofit Law, Oral Communications, Policies & Procedures, Regulatory Compliance Management

  Competencies

  Business Insight

  Communicates Effectively

  Decision Quality

  Drives Engagement

  Ensures Accountability

  Manages Complexity

  Optimizes Work Processes

  Education

  NQF Level 7 - Degree, Advance Diploma or Postgraduate Certificate or equivalent

  Closing Date

  29 June 2025 , 23:59

  The appointment will be made from the designated group in line with the Employment Equity Plan of Old Mutual South Africa and the specific business unit in question.

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• About the company

  Old Mutual Limited is a pan-African investment, savings, insurance, and banking group.

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