About the Role
The Chief Personnel Officer for Employment Relations is a vital position at the Department of Employment and Labour, based in Mmabatho Provincial Office 13. This role is essential for ensuring that the workplace remains fair and just, addressing grievances and complaints from employees throughout the province. By taking on this job, you will be part of a team that strives to improve working conditions and foster a harmonious working environment, which ultimately benefits the broader community in South Africa. Your contributions will directly impact employees’ lives, making this role both significant and rewarding.
In this position, you will conduct thorough analyses of grievances and complaints, draft charges, and finalize misconduct cases. You will represent the department in disputes at the General Public Service Sectoral Bargaining Council (GPSSBC) and the Commission for Conciliation, Mediation and Arbitration (CCMA). These responsibilities are crucial for upholding the rights and dignity of workers, ensuring that their voices are heard and respected. Your advocacy sessions on employment-related matters will further enhance the support available to the province’s workforce.
About the Department
The Department of Employment and Labour plays a pivotal role in promoting fair labour practices, enhancing employment opportunities, and ensuring compliance with labour laws in South Africa. Its mission is to create an equitable and inclusive job market that empowers all citizens. Working within this department means contributing to the broader goals of social justice and economic development, making it a meaningful career choice for those passionate about public service.
What You’ll Do
- Conduct and analyze grievances and complaints from employees in the province.
- Draft charges and finalize all misconduct cases.
- Represent the department in disputes at GPSSBC and CCMA.
- Conduct advocacy sessions on employment-related matters.
- Provide administrative support services within the section.
What You’ll Need
- A three-year relevant qualification in Human Resource Management or Labour Relations Management.
- 1 to 2 years of functional experience in Employment Relations Management Services.
- A valid driver’s license.
- Knowledge of public service rules regarding complaints and grievances, departmental policies, and labour law trends.
- Strong problem-solving, negotiation, and communication skills, both oral and written.
- Proficiency in research, analytical tasks, report writing, and computer literacy.
How to Apply
Please refer to the application instructions below.
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Requirements
A three (3) years relevant qualification in Human Resource Management/ Labour Relations Management.One (1) to Two (2) years functional experience doing Employment Relations Management Services.
A valid driver’s licence.
Knowledge: Public Service Commission’s rules for dealing with complaints and grievances, Public Service Co-ordinating Bargaining Council’s Resolutions, Departmental policies and procedures, Interpretation of case law and trends in Labour Law, Planning and organizing, Research/ analysing, Batho Pele Principles, Public Finance Management Act, Employment Equity Act, Public Service Act and Public Service Regulations.
Skills: Problem solving, Negotiation, Presentation, Good Communication skills (oral and written), Research, Analytical, Report writing, Conflict and Computer literacy.
Job Duties
Conduct and analyse all grievances and complaints received from employees in the Province.Draft charges and finalise all misconduct cases in the Province.
Represent the Department in all disputes referred to the General Public Service Sectoral Bargaining Council (GPSSBC) and the Commission for Conciliation, Mediation and Arbitration (CCMA).
Conduct advocacy sessions on employment related matters to the Province.
Provide administration support services in the section.
