Transformation & Inclusion Lead - Johannesburg, South Africa - KPMG-SouthAfrica

Description

Job title/position: Transformation & Inclusion Lead

Number of positions: 1

Function and Business Unit:
Infrastructure - Citizenship and Public Interest

Description of the role and purpose of the job:

The Transformation & Inclusion Lead ensures effective implementation of the Transformation strategy through facilitating Transformation initiatives across various structures/bodies and providing relevant insight and expertise.

Key Performance Area

Objective

Task

Key Performance Indicators

Develop and Implement Transformation and Inclusion Strategy

§ Understand Firm's business strategy as well as Functional business strategies

§ Together with the Executive Transformation, develop and implement Firm Transformation and Inclusion strategy in collaboration with business

§ Understand how the role aligns with the Transformation and Inclusion strategy and how execution of role enables strategy

§ Understand PPC strategy and how role aligns with strategy

§ Understand the broader firm structure and service offerings

§ Maintain a current and appropriate knowledge of KPMG strategy, business priorities and major trends, especially in areas that are relevant to Transformation and Inclusion

§ Translate Firm and HR strategy in relation to Transformation and Inclusion

§ Facilitate development of Transformation and Inclusion strategy by obtaining inputs from relevant stakeholders

§ Oversee the delivery of top priority Transformation and Inclusion projects/processes against specified strategies, objectives and measures.

§ Conduct Transformation and Inclusion benchmarks in line with professional services firm/ Industry

§ Provision of Transformation and Inclusion intelligence to enable business strategy

§ Communicate strategy to relevant stakeholders and obtain buy-in

§ Signed off Transformation and Inclusion strategy in line with the KPMG strategy.

§ Delivery of quality,

accurate and timely Transformation and Inclusion strategic outputs

§ Successful and timely delivery of Transformation and Inclusion related projects.

§ B-BBEE Scorecard rating

Operational and Business Support

§ Oversee, provide guidance and manage end to end Transformation and Inclusion processes on a day to day basis for the firm

§ Deliver Transformation and Inclusion programmes and projects

§ Raise awareness across the firm re Transformation and Inclusion offerings and other available resources

§ Develop Transformation programmes and projects to enable the execution of the Transformation and Inclusion strategy

§ Manage the BEE verification process

§ Sell the Transformation and Inclusion case for change across the firm

§ Ensure firm is informed of the Transformation and Inclusion programmes and projects

§ Ensure efficient and timely delivery of Transformation and Inclusion processes

§ Provide expertise and serve as a point of contact on Transformation and Inclusion reacted matters

§ Lead the development of firm wide Transformation and Inclusion scorecard

§ Oversee the development of function/BU Transformation and Inclusion scorecards and engage business on outputs

§ Proactive monitoring and analysis of BU scorecards progress against targets

§ Apply innovation to seek areas of improvement in the Scorecard

§ Provide Transformation analytics/trends and advise on BU/firm appropriate interventions

§ Develop and maintain Transformation and Inclusion calendar (weekly/monthly/quarterly/annually)

§ Keep abreast of Transformation best practice and gather market intelligence

§ Facilitating monitoring and reporting, including reporting to the firm's Transformation and Inclusion governance structures

§ Function/ BU Feedback

§ Successful delivery of projects/programmes

§ Adherence to timelines and deliverables as per the calendar

§ GPS results (Transformation specific)

§ Actual results vs. Scorecard targets

Quality, Risk Management & Compliance

§ Serve as a custodian for KPMG Transformation and Inclusion Policies and Procedures

§ Drive a relentless focus on quality and excellent service

§ Adherence to relevant legislation and regulation Employment Equity Act, B-BBEE Act, PPPFA etc.

§ Ensure understanding of firm's policies and procedures as relates to Transformation and Inclusion across all the elements of the scorecard

§ Ensure Transformation is embedded in firm policies and procedures

§ Influence compliance with relevant policies and procedures

§ Proactive escalation of non-compliance matters

§ Proactive identification of risk matters and escalating appropriately

§ Understand and adhere to relevant legislation requirements Employment Equity Act, B-BBEE Act, PPPFA, POPI etc.

§ Understand and apply Risk Management procedures in the execution of Transformation programmes and projects

§ Feedback from Risk

§ Low/ no incidents of non -compliance

§ Timely completion of mandatory risk management training

§ Adherence to regulatory reporting requirements and deadlines

Internal and External Stakeholder Management

§ Build relationships and understand internal and external stakeholders

§ Deliver role requirements with a client centric approach

§ Apply excellent service to internal and external stakeholders in line with KPMG high performance culture

§ Building professional relationships and networks with critical internal (NTC, EECF, TOC) and external (ABASA, BMF, AWCA etc.) stakeholders

§ Engage with internal stakeholders to ensure integration and embedment of Transformation in all business processes

§ Keep abreast of and provide feedback re CA Charter and other relevant industry charter developments

§ Provide consistent, timely, transparent and concise Transformation communication

§ Drive engagement initiatives throughout the firm to position Transformation as "the right thing to do"

§ Regular engagements with internal and external stakeholders

§ Feedback

Financial Management

§ Develop Transformation and Inclusion budget management thereof

§ Set realistic budget for Transformation and Inclusion to achieve set goals

§ Negotiate fees, terms and conditions with external service providers

§ Conduct a cost benefit analysis of Transformation and Inclusion Projects

§ Identify cost saving opportunities in Transformation and Inclusion environment

§ Inform stakeholders re Return on Investment of Transformation and Inclusion Programmes

§ Proactively monitor budget and manage overspend

§ Feedback from SSC

§ Actual vs budget reports

Team Management

§ Create and enable an environment where staff thrive in a constantly changing business environment

§ Mentor, coach and guide junior HR team members

§ Drive career and keep abreast of Industry trends and share with team

§ Engage team on a regular basis

§ Recommend relevant formal learning interventions to develop team

§ Provide on the job support and coaching

§ Manage team performance and provide career counselling

§ Constantly and proactively keep abreast of industry and global KPMG trends

§ High performance culture

§ Overall GPS results for HR

§ Staff turnover

§ Improvements/Innovation introduced

Communication

§ Demonstrate high quality and timeous verbal and written communication in line with 7 star service

§ Provide regular Transformation updates to relevant stakeholders

§ Efficient communication top down and bottom up

§ Feedback

Internal and Public Trust

§ Building internal and external trust

§ Ensure data integrity and adherence to legislative requirements

§ Build trust with stakeholders by maintaining confidentiality

§ Provide open and transparent communication

§ Collaborate with relevant internal stakeholders to incorporate Transformation aspects into initiatives

§ Feedback from internal and external stakeholders

§ GPS results on Transformation and inclusion

§ Public sentiment and recognition of KPMG's transformation and inclusion position BEE awards

Culture

§ Contribute to the KPMG culture of inclusion

§ Conceptualised and drive I&D efforts contributing to a culture change within the firm

§ Drive related initiatives and communication that promote inclusive behaviours and aligns with KPMG values

§ Engage with the culture team on efforts to be driven from an I&D perspective intended to contribute to and enable a conducive culture for the firm

§ Provide insights on leading practice Transformation and I&D initiatives

§ GPS scores

§ Barret Culture Surveys

Job requirements

Qualifications:

• Minimum Relevant Bachelor's degree
• Relevant BBBEE certifications

Experience:

• Experience in developing and implementing Transformation and Inclusion strategies, policies, procedures, practices and objectives in line with Business Strategies and relevant legislation
• Experience in interpreting and implementing the BBBEE codes
• Experience in developing Employment Equity Plans and driving the necessary reporting
• Experience in solving for issues of Diversity and Inclusion
• Experience in contributing to business development initiatives and providing the necessary guidance as relates to Transformation and Inclusion and BBBEE

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of BBBEE and Employment Equity regulatory environment, particularly the Revised Codes of Good Practice, the BEE Act, the Employment Equity Act, the Skills Development Act and other supporting legislation
• Knowledge of market related trends and developments as relates to BBBEE and Transformation and Inclusion
• Knowledge of change management processes
• Knowledge of HR systems

Behavioural competencies:

• Able to develop and implement Transformation and Inclusion strategies.
• Team management
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to multi-task

Skills:

• Strong communication skills.
• Stakeholder engagement skills (internal and external)
• Analytical/statistical skills
• Financial management skills
• Strong problem solving and decision-making skills
• Strong project management skills
• Team leadership