Senior Assessment Consultant

The role of the Senior Assessment Consultant in the Assessment and Development Centre is to

implement, establish and manage the Transnet Assessment and Development Centre. This also

includes the process and related activities as well as the analysis and interpretation of employee

testing data. To manage day-to-day implementation of the assessment throughout the various OD’s

for the purpose of recruitment, selection and development of human capital.

Oversee, manage and implement assessment related projects and initiatives ensuring high quality

results are delivered professionally and ethically. Maintain the assessment services in all Transnet

Operating Divisions within established guidelines and standards. To provide Transnet with integrated

processes, systems and support so that clients have the necessary information to employ, develop

and manage staff within their area of responsibility. To provide leadership with best practices,

research, support and/or training.Position Outputs Establish a fully functional Assessment and Development Centre within the Operating Division.

 Provide input in designing the Transnet Assessment Operating Model and Assessment Model in compliance to relevant regulation and legislation

 Design and implement customised talent assessment processes, batteries and practices that meet the talent needs of businesses in line with Transnet's strategy.

 Develop and implement employee selection and development assessment processes for the Transnet Operating Divisions.

 Evaluate the suitability of available assessment services and offerings to address business specific needs.

 Identify, mitigate and manage operational risks as well as possible gaps in product offerings and recommend solutions.

 Initiate and manage projects to deliver on operational efficiencies and business needs and strategies.

 Input into the Assessment Centre Policy formulation, development and review when required in order to ensure alignment to best practice and legislative requirements.

 Oversee operational assessment projects for the various ODs to ensure efficient delivery according to the Service Level Agreement (SLA).

 Source and identify relevant assessment tools to assess skills, abilities and interests for the purpose of employee selection, placement, promotion and development.

 Participate in assessment tender briefing and technical evaluations.

 Contract and vendor management.

 Design, map and manage the full spectrum of assessment process including scoring, interpreting and reporting

 Administer standardized assessments for recruitment, progression and development purposes for all levels within the organisation.

 Compile feedback reports after assessments and give feedback to relevant stakeholders.

 Identify development gaps for new and existing employees and identify training/development interventions in partnership with learning and development departments such as Capacity Building and Learning Academy.

 Provide mentoring and coaching to employees and input into the career development process.

 Facilitate leadership development and team interventions.

 Lead assessment engagements at various Talent Management forums to ensure alignment across all Operating Divisions.

 Conduct data analytics, research and benchmarking.

 Lead, facilitate and manage the competency profiling framework, continuously review and update frameworks.

 Conduct Skills Audits As Per Business Requirements.

 Compile and quality check competency-based interview guides.

 Participate in meetings and workshops for the purpose of continuous improvement required to efficiently perform duties.

 Maintain and manage a document management system to ensure the storing of data in a professional and confidential manner according to the relevant legislative regulations.

 Stay abreast and comply with laws, rules, regulations, standards, technologies and emerging trends in area of speciality.

 Ensure compliance with the CPD units portfolio according to HPCSA requirements.

 Maintain sound relationships with both internal and external stakeholders and ensure commitment and the value of talent assessments.

 Manage end-to-end projects

 Maintain a strategic partnership with other Assessment Centre Consultants.

 Manage the Internship programme for industrial psychologist and psychometrists.

 Conduct OD specific training needs and analysis by designing and implementing training interventions and strategies.

Qualifications and ExperienceQualifications, Experience & Inherent Job Requirements:  Honours degree in Social Sciences  Registration with HPCSA as an Industrial Psychologist/Psychometrist.  Accreditation in various assessment tools  3-5 years' relevant experience within assessment and development environment  Experience in SLA and Contract Administration. Standard Job Requirements:  Regular travel  Drivers licence The required Batteries: Cognitive Process Profile (CPP), JvR leadership assessment batteries, Psytech batteries and CPRD/Dover system assessment tools.CompetenciesTransnet Leadership Competencies Required:  Anchoring the Transnet Way  Is a conceptual and analytical thinker  Is emotionally intelligent  Is an excellent communicator  Leading the Transnet Way  Is strategic  Is collaborative  Has impact and influence  Is a change agent  Managing the Transnet Way  Optimises business performance  Manages finances  Manages people & teams  Delights customers  Manages programs, projects & contracts  Manages risk and compliance  Sustaining the Transnet Way  Empowers and develops others  Manages and shares information  Role models the culture and values  Embraces diversity  Has the right skillsEquity StatementPreference will be given to suitably qualified Applicants who are members of the designated groups in line with the Employment Equity Plan and Targets of the Organisation/Operating Division.