Advanced Occupational Certificate: Human Resource Management Officer (HRMO), NQF Level 6

A Human Resource Management (HRM) Officer contributes towards organisational success by facilitating the professional and ethical execution of Human Resources practices, including Human Resources and Workforce Planning, Staff Attraction and Procurement, Employee Maintenance and Development, Employment Relations Management, and the effective delivery of all related Human Resource Management Services. Competent learners will demonstrate the following key attributes: patience and tenacity, fairness and compliance, objectivity and empathy, results focus and client-centric service orientation. The purpose of this qualification is to prepare a learner to function as a Human Resource Management (HRM) Officer.

Human Resource Management (HRM) ensures that organisations attract, retain, and develop human capital to achieve their strategic goals. The HRM Officer is an essential role player in organisations that delivers various HRM services such as employee recruitment, selection, performance management, learning and development and employee relations management. As the HRM landscape evolves due to technological advancements, changing demographics, and globalisation, the role of HRM practitioners has become increasingly important. They must professionally deliver the required services within an increasingly complex environment.

To meet the demands of the industry, there is a critical need to standardise the HRM Officer role. This qualification will provide standardised knowledge, skills, and competencies to serve that purpose.

This qualification also provides a clear career pathway for HRM practitioners, supporting their professional development and their sense of job satisfaction and engagement. The qualification will enable the HRM Officer to protect organisations and their employees by managing human capital risk.

Furthermore, this qualification will have broader social benefits, such as promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace and supporting the development of ethical and socially responsible HRM practices. It will also provide individuals with recognised and portable credentials that enable them to work in HRM roles across different industries and geographies, increasing their employability and contributing to developing a globally competitive workforce.

The typical learners who will access the occupational qualifications will be individuals who are interested in pursuing a career in HRM or those who are currently working in HRM roles and wish to formalise their skills and knowledge, including individuals who have completed post-secondary education in a related field but have not yet obtained a formal HRM qualification. The qualification may also appeal to individuals currently working in HRM roles but still need a formal qualification.

Overall, the occupational qualification will be accessible to individuals from diverse backgrounds and at various stages of their careers. It will provide a valuable and relevant credential for those working in or interested in pursuing a career in HRM.

A qualified learner will be able to:

• Facilitate and guide the development and implementation of dynamic HR architecture aligned to organisational strategic intent and the agreed employment value proposition.
• Implement and coordinate appropriate talent management and workforce plans and tactics.
• Implement strategically aligned and integrated Learning and Development (L&D) and organisational growth strategies and plans.
• Implement strategically aligned employment relations practices and initiatives.
• Maintain, monitor, and deliver HRM services.

MODULES include:

Practical Modules:

• (242303-001-00 WM-01) – Organisational and work design and implementation processes, 8 Credits
• (242303-001-00 WM-02) – Talent management processes, 4 Credits
• (242303-001-00 WM-03) – Learning and development and organisational growth processes, 8 Credits
• (242303-001-00 WM-04) – Employment relations facilitation processes, 12 Credits
• (242303-001-00 WM-05) – HRM service delivery processes, 4 Credits.

Workplace Experience:

• (242303-001-00 WM-01) – Organisational and work design and implementation processes, 8 Credits
• (242303-001-00 WM-02) – Talent management processes, 4 Credits
• (242303-001-00 WM-03) – Learning and development and organisational growth processes, 8 Credits
• (242303-001-00 WM-04) – Employment relations facilitation processes, 12 Credits
• (242303-001-00 WM-05) – HRM service delivery processes, 4 Credits