About the Role
The Department of Employment and Labour is seeking a dedicated and dynamic individual for the position of Deputy Director: Labour Centre Operations at the Klerksdorp Labour Centre. This role is crucial to ensuring the delivery of high-quality services to the public, helping to foster a productive labour market in South Africa. As the Deputy Director, you will manage service delivery objectives that directly impact the communities of Klerksdorp, contributing to the overall mission of enhancing the employment landscape and ensuring fair labour practices.
In this engaging role, you will represent the Department in key stakeholder forums, engaging with interdepartmental structures and municipalities as outlined by the District Development Model (DDM). Your leadership will drive initiatives aimed at improving service delivery and managing the resources of the Labour Centre effectively. This position not only offers a platform for professional growth but also the opportunity to make a significant difference in the lives of many South Africans seeking employment support and guidance.
About the Department
The Department of Employment and Labour is committed to ensuring fair labour practices and promoting employment opportunities across South Africa. Its mission encompasses a wide range of responsibilities, including the regulation of the labour market, protection of employees’ rights, and facilitation of job creation. Working within this department means contributing to the broader goals of social justice and economic empowerment, making it a meaningful and rewarding environment for your career in public service.
What You’ll Do
- Manage service delivery objectives in line with the department’s mandate.
- Represent the department in various stakeholder forums and interdepartmental meetings.
- Implement service delivery improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency.
- Oversee all resources and operations at the Klerksdorp Labour Centre.
- Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and departmental policies.
- Foster collaborative relationships with key stakeholders within the community and government.
What You’ll Need
- A National Diploma (NQF 6) or an undergraduate Bachelor’s Degree (NQF 7) in Financial Management, Accounting, Human Resource Management, Labour Relations, Social Sciences, Engineering Sciences, Public Administration/Management, Business Administration/Management, Operations Management, or Project Management.
- A legal qualification would also be beneficial.
- Minimum of five years of experience, including at least two years at an Assistant Director level and three years in a labour market operations/service delivery environment.
- Knowledge of the Public Financial Management Act, departmental policies, and labour legislation.
- Strong management, communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
How to Apply
Please follow the application instructions outlined below.
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Requirements
Three-year National Diploma (NQF 6)/ undergraduate Bachelor Degree (NQF 7) in Financial Management, Accounting, Human Resource Management, Labour Relations, Social Sciences, Engineering Sciences, Public Administration / Management, Business Administration/Management, Operations Management, Project Management, Three (3) years’ legal qualification.Five (5) years’ experience of which two at an Assistant Director level and Three years’ functional experience in labour market operations/ service delivery environment.
Knowledge: Public Financial Management Act, Departmental Policies and Procedures, Public Service Act and Regulations, Batho Pele Principles, Service Delivery Improvement Plan, Treasury regulations, Supply chain management processes, Asset management and All labour legislations.
Skills: Management, Computer Skills, Presentation Skills, Communication (both verbal and written), Interpersonal, Conflict management, Leadership, Project management, Diversity management, Change management, Monitoring and Evaluation.
Job Duties
Manage the service delivery objectives as per mandate of the Department of Employment and Labour.Represent the Department in key stakeholder forums, including interdepartmental structures of government and municipalities, including those dictated by the District Development Model (DDM).
Implement and manage service delivery improvement interventions.
Manage all resources of the Labour Centre.
