Human resources has evolved dramatically, shifting the focus from transactional tasks such as payroll and benefits administration to a more human-centered approach.
Organizations are now realizing the importance of employee well-being, diversity and inclusion as employees think more about the emotion of work than the results.
In today’s workplace, employees put their health and safety first, prompting employers to think about what it means for employees to work in their organization.
The role of HR professionals has shifted from being primarily administrative to focusing more strategically on employee engagement, culture, and organizational change.
They are now seen as valuable members of the executive team, compared to when they were ignored by senior executives.
In today’s competitive business world, hiring has become a challenging task. Companies compete fiercely to find the best candidates to fill positions.
With so many applicants for each job, it is the responsibility of HR departments to identify the ideal candidate for the company.
As the cost of living and the work environment changes, there is a growing awareness of mental health and the support provided to employees. Many organizations now recognize the importance of addressing mental health issues in their workforce.
However, in some organizations, people with serious mental illness are more likely to be excluded from work. They are also more likely to experience inequality in the workplace. Unemployment also poses a risk to mental health. Unemployment, job and financial insecurity, and job loss have recently been documented as risk factors for suicide attempts.
According to the World Health Organization, more than half of the world’s workforce works in the informal economy, where there is no legal protection for health and safety, leading to unsafe working conditions, long working hours and lack of access to social and financial protection that can harm mental health.
In addition, some workers are more vulnerable to psychological and social risks due to the nature of their work and the environment in which they work.
Despite the development of the HR field, the sector still suffers from the challenges of digital transformation and automation, as well as insufficient opportunities for the workforce, leading to a situation where there are not enough jobs to accommodate many job seekers.
Zamara will host its regional HR Summit on 5-6 September 2024, to further explore the evolving talent landscape, with a focus on Africa Centricity with the aim of finding solutions for talent and workplaces in Africa.