The Role of the CHIEF HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER

Organisational history forms underlying values and reflects something positive that people often wish to preserve.

culture not only binds people together, but is ‘a rich explanatory tool with which executives can make a case for change and motivate people to overcome challenges’

The institutional memory of key organisational values and

administrative and professional onboarding requirements, but also the cultural and leadership integration of the new employee.

This requires a comprehensive programme which not only ad

From an HR perspective, it is imperative that there be a clear understanding of ongoing business challenges and resource implications, and of using workforce planning and forecasting tools to anticipate future workforce supply and demand across functions.

choice that is responsible, desirable and attractive to highly talented individuals.

proactively invest in developing an EVP both internally and externally, with core attributes differentiated for the various target groups.

successful onboarding of new hires will enable companies to avoid early (regrettable) attrition.

they understand that their employees are their best brand ambassadors and ensure that their brand promise is aligned with and kept alive through their actions.