ZEP-RE (PTA Reinsurance Company) is a regional organisation mandated to promote trade, development and integration within the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) through insurance and reinsurance business. ZEP-RE was created by an Agreement of Heads of State and Governments of the region on 21st November 1990 in Mbabane, Swaziland.
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Lead the design and implementation of the People Strategy, ensuring full alignment with ZEP-RE’s business goals, culture, and values.
Drive the Talent Management agenda, including succession planning, talent reviews, capability mapping, and leadership pipeline development using tools such as the 9-box grid.
Strengthen the performance culture by implementing data-informed, agile performance management frameworks that promote accountability and continuous feedback.
Translate people’s analytics and performance insights into clear, actionable recommendations that inform leadership decisions.
Champion culture transformation initiatives that embed ZEP-RE’s leadership behaviors and innovation mindset across teams.
Partner with business leaders and People Business Partners to identify, develop, and retain high-potential employees, ensuring succession readiness for critical and emerging roles.
Design and deliver leadership and capability development programs incorporating coaching, mentoring, and experiential learning.
Conduct organizational diagnostics, including engagement and culture surveys, and coordinate the implementation of resulting action plans.
Stay abreast of global and regional trends in talent, innovation, and performance management to continuously enhance ZEP-RE’s people’s practices.
Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Engineering, Economics, or related field; a postgraduate degree (MBA or equivalent) is preferred.
Project Management certification (PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile) is an advantage.
Minimum of 10-12 years of progressive experience, including at least 5 years in a senior Talent, Performance, or Organizational Development role.
Demonstrated experience in designing and executing integrated talent and performance frameworks.
Strong analytical and conceptual skills, with the ability to translate people data into meaningful business insights.
Proficiency in HR systems, digital performance tools, and analytics platforms.
Excellent stakeholder management, facilitation, and communication skills