About the Role
The Department of Employment and Labour is seeking a dedicated Employer Service Co-Ordinator to join its team in Parktown, Johannesburg. This pivotal role plays a significant part in facilitating cross-border labour migration and ensuring that distressed companies receive the necessary support. Engaging directly with employers, this position is crucial for building stakeholder relationships and creating placement opportunities that benefit the community. By working in this role, you will contribute to the improvement of employment services in South Africa, directly impacting lives and fostering economic growth.
As an Employer Service Co-Ordinator, you will be at the forefront of operational and technical support for labour centres, ensuring the effective delivery of employer services. Your efforts will facilitate the implementation of innovative IT solutions that enhance service delivery, as well as the training of end users to ensure they are equipped to provide excellent employer services. The work you do will not only support the department’s goals but also uplift the community by helping individuals secure meaningful employment.
About the Department
The Department of Employment and Labour plays a critical role in South Africa’s public service by promoting fair labour practices and ensuring that the workforce is supported in all aspects of employment. Its mission encompasses providing quality services to both employers and job seekers, fostering a fair and equitable labour market. Working within this department means you are part of a team that is dedicated to improving the lives of South Africans through effective policy implementation and support services.
What You’ll Do
- Coordinate international cross-border labour migration and Public Employment Services (PEA/TES) functions.
- Provide support to distressed companies to help them navigate challenges.
- Facilitate strong relationships with stakeholders to create placement opportunities.
- Offer operational and technical assistance to labour centres for effective service delivery.
- Implement IT infrastructure and innovations to enhance employer services.
- Train ESSA end users, both internal and external, on employer service processes.
- Manage and analyze reports related to employer services.
- Oversee resources within the Sub-Unit to ensure efficient operations.
What You’ll Need
- A relevant tertiary qualification in Social Sciences (Psychology), Public Administration, or Business Administration (minimum three years).
- At least two years of management experience.
- Two years of functional experience in Public Employment, Public Administration, or Management Services.
- Thorough knowledge of relevant ILO Conventions, Financial Management, Human Resource Management, and various legislations such as the Employment Service Act and Skills Development Act.
- Strong skills in planning, organizing, verbal and written communication, analytical tasks, and report writing.
- Competency in computer literacy, leadership, networking, and client-focused service delivery.
How to Apply
Please refer to the application instructions below.
Requirements
Three (3) years relevant tertiary qualification in Social Sciences (Psychology)/ Public/ Business Administration.Two (2) years Management experience.
Two (2) years’ functional experience in Public Employment /Public Administration / Management Services.
Knowledge: Relevant ILO Conventions, Financial Management, Human Resource Management, Recruitment and Selection Processes.
Relevant government strategies.
Employment Service Act, Unemployment Insurance Act, Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act, PFMA, Public Service Act, Skills Development Act, Immigration Act.
Skills: Planning and organizing, Verbal and written communication.
Analytical.
Computer literacy.
Presentation.
Interpersonal.
Report writing.
Leadership.
Networking.
Information Management.
Analytical.
Innovative.
Client focused/centric.
Sense of responsibility.
Ability to work under pressure.
Job Duties
Coordinate International Cross-Border Labour Migration and PEA/ TES functions.Coordinate the provision of services to distressed companies.
Facilitate stakeholder relations for acquisition of placement opportunities.
Provide operational and technical support to labour centres for the delivery of effective employer services.
Facilitate the provision of IT infrastructure and implementation of innovations to render effective employer service.
Facilitate the training of ESSA end users (internal and external) on employer service.
Manage and analyse the reports for employer service.
Manage all the resources in the Sub-Unit.
