Human Capital Management
A Young, Skilled and Diverse Workforce Building a World-Class African City.
Overview
At the City of Joburg Property Company (JPC), our Human Capital Department is the engine behind an inclusive, high-performing and future-ready organization. We are committed to cultivating a workplace that reflects the diversity of Johannesburg’s population and aligns with the City’s long-term developmental vision—Joburg 2040.
With 68% of our employees being female and a majority aged between 31 and 40, our workforce represents a dynamic, capable pool of young professionals who are ready to innovate and lead.
Employment Equity and Diversity
JPC is guided by the principles of the Employment Equity Act to ensure equal access to opportunities for all South Africans. Through our Employment Equity and Skills Development (EESD) Forum, we drive organisational change and embed equity at all levels.
- 68% female representation
- 95% African employees
- Inclusive EESD Forum with representatives across all departments and regions.
These efforts are supported by numerical targets and affirmative action measures without establishing absolute barriers for non-designated groups, in line with Section 15(4) of the EEA.
Strategic Human Capital Initiatives
To support JPC’s growth and transformation goals, we are implementing a range of forward-thinking initiatives:
- Culture and LeaderShift Programme to embed ethical leadership and high-performance values
- Digital HR Solutions such as online career portals and high-potential assessments
- Competency Frameworks to identify and build critical and scarce skills
- Labour Consultations to foster sound employee relations
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about our workforce diversity, development programmes, and employment equity initiatives.
The Human Capital Department manages employee recruitment, development, retention, and performance to support the strategic goals of JPC. It ensures a diverse, skilled and high-performing workforce aligned with the City of Johannesburg’s transformation and service delivery objectives.
JPC follows a formal Employment Equity Policy guided by the Employment Equity Act. The organisation uses both numerical targets and inclusive processes, including affirmative action measures and the Employment Equity and Skills Development Forum, to promote workplace diversity without creating absolute employment barriers.
JPC offers a wide range of training initiatives, including leadership development, digital skills training, and job-specific upskilling. Each employee has a personalized Individual Development Plan (IDP) to ensure training aligns with personal growth and company needs.
Through initiatives such as internships, bursaries, and youth-focused training programmes, JPC empowers young professionals aged 31–40—who make up the majority of the workforce—to grow into future leaders while contributing to inclusive economic development.
Skills Development & Training
Employee development is central to our mandate. In the 2024/25 period alone, over 397 employees received targeted training to close competency gaps and build internal capacity for future leadership roles.
We also maintain individual development plans (IDPs) to ensure all training aligns with both personal and organizational goals.
A Culture of Inclusion and Engagement
The Human Capital Department plays a key role in shaping an organizational culture where innovation, fairness, and collaboration thrive. Our culture initiatives aim to:
- Promote psychological safety and ethical leadership
- Support wellness and work-life balance
- Increase employee engagement and retention
- Position JPC as an employer of choice in the public property sector
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