About the Role
The Department of Health is seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Deputy Director: Employee Relations (Dispute Resolutions) to join its team at the Head Office in Cape Town, specifically stationed at Stikland Hospital. This vital role is essential in ensuring that the department effectively manages labour disputes, misconduct cases, and litigation matters, all of which are crucial for maintaining a harmonious work environment within the public service. Your expertise will not only guide legal processes but also shape the culture of fairness and accountability within the health sector, making a positive impact on the community and the lives of many South Africans.
As the Deputy Director, you will be at the forefront of providing formal legal advice and guidance to various stakeholders, helping them navigate the complexities of labour legislation and dispute resolution. Your work will empower the department to resolve conflicts and enhance working conditions for healthcare professionals, ensuring that they can focus on their critical roles in serving the public effectively. This position is not just about legalities; it’s about fostering a supportive and collaborative workplace that ultimately benefits the entire community.
About the Department
The Department of Health plays a pivotal role in safeguarding the health and well-being of South Africans. Its mandate encompasses a wide range of responsibilities, from policy formulation to service delivery, ensuring that healthcare services are accessible and of high quality. Working in this department means being part of a mission that directly impacts the health outcomes of the population, bringing meaning and purpose to your professional journey.
The Employee Relations sub-directorate is instrumental in promoting a positive work environment, addressing grievances, and ensuring compliance with labour laws. By joining this dynamic team, you will contribute to the ongoing efforts of the department to improve working conditions and support the workforce that is essential to public health.
What You’ll Do
- Provide formal legal advice regarding labour disputes, misconduct, and litigation to stakeholders.
- Research and analyze applicable labour legislation and case law.
- Draft learning outcomes and present them to stakeholders related to misconduct and dispute resolution.
- Manage and present evidence in misconduct cases and labour court proceedings.
- Facilitate training sessions on misconduct, labour disputes, and court matters.
- Attend and present case law at Employee Relations forums and other relevant meetings.
- Oversee the management of staff within the sub-directorate and act as Director-ER in their absence.
What You’ll Need
- A minimum qualification of a 3-year National Degree/Diploma in Law (LLB) or Labour Law.
- Relevant experience in handling and managing labour disputes, including conciliation and arbitration.
- Proven experience in managing misconduct cases and litigation in a labour court context.
- Managerial experience is essential for this role.
- Basic computer literacy and strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- In-depth knowledge of relevant labour legislation and health sector regulations.
- Experience with dispute resolution processes and familiarity with the 286 Bargaining Council and CCMA.
- Understanding of labour court procedures and the ability to work under pressure.
How to Apply
Please submit your application before the closing date as late applications will not be considered.
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Requirements
Minimum educational qualification: An appropriate 3-year National Degree/Diploma in Law (LLB) or in Labour Law.Experience: Appropriate experience in the handling and management of labour disputes (conciliation and arbitration), misconduct cases and labour court litigations.
Appropriate managerial experience.
Competencies (knowledge/skills): Basic computer literacy.
Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Knowledge of all relevant Labour Legislation and all other legislation relevant to the Health Sector.
Knowledge, experience, and skills wrt dispute resolution of the relevant 286 Bargaining Council and CCMA.
Knowledge, experience, and skills wrt Labour Court procedures and practices.
Ability to work under pressure.
Job Duties
Providing formal legal advice and guidance to all relevant stakeholders pertaining to Labour disputes, misconduct and Litigation matters.Researching, analyzing, and evaluating applicable Labour Legislation and case law.
Drafting and presenting learning outcomes to all relevant stakeholders in relation to misconduct cases, labour disputes and litigation matters.
Managing and presenting evidence regarding misconduct cases, labour disputes and labour court litigation matters.
Facilitate training regarding misconduct, labour disputes and labour court matters.
Attend, participate and present case law at all ER and all other related forums as requested.
Management of Staff within the sub-directorate: Disputes and Litigation Act as Director-ER in the absence of the Director.
