About the Role
The Department of Employment and Labour is seeking a dedicated Senior Practitioner: Employee Relations to join their Provincial Office in Kimberley, Northern Cape. In this role, you will play a crucial part in fostering a conducive work environment by addressing grievances and complaints from employees throughout the province. Your work will not only enhance workplace relations but also ensure that the rights and interests of employees are safeguarded within the public service. This is an opportunity to contribute positively to the community and uphold the values of fairness and transparency in the workplace.
As a Senior Practitioner, your responsibilities will include representing the department in disputes referred to the General Public Service Sectoral Bargaining Council (GPSSBC) and the Commission for Conciliation, Mediation and Arbitration (CCMA). You will be instrumental in conducting advocacy sessions on employment-related matters, thereby elevating the standard of employee relations in the Northern Cape. Your expertise will help shape a healthy work culture, making this position vital for the overall well-being of public service employees.
About the Department
The Department of Employment and Labour is committed to promoting fair labour practices and ensuring compliance with labour laws across South Africa. Its mission encompasses creating a stable and equitable working environment for all employees, thus contributing to the socio-economic development of the nation. Working within this department means being part of a team that is dedicated to the enhancement of employee relations and the improvement of public service delivery.
What You’ll Do
- Conduct thorough analysis and resolution of grievances and complaints from employees in the province.
- Draft charges and finalize misconduct cases, ensuring adherence to legal frameworks.
- Represent the department at the GPSSBC and CCMA in disputes, advocating for fair resolutions.
- Facilitate advocacy sessions on employment-related matters to educate employees.
- Provide essential administrative support to enhance the efficiency of the Employee Relations section.
What You’ll Need
- An undergraduate qualification (NQF level 6) in Human Resource Management or Labour Relations Management as recognised by SAQA.
- A minimum of two years’ functional experience in an Employment Relations Management environment.
- Comprehensive knowledge of public service regulations, labour laws, and relevant policies.
- Strong skills in negotiation, conflict management, and problem-solving.
- Proficient in communication, report writing, and computer literacy.
How to Apply
Please refer to the application instructions below.
Requirements
An undergraduate qualification (NQF level 6) in Human Resource Management/Labour Relations Management as recognised by SAQA.Driver's License will be an added advantage.
Two (2) years must be functional experience in Employment Relations Management environment.
Knowledge: Public Service Commission's rules for dealing with complaints and grievances.
Public Service Coordinating Bargaining Council resolutions.
Interpretation of case law and trends in Labour Law.
Public Finance Management Act (PFMA).
Public Service Regulations (PSR).
Public Service Act (PSA).
Labour Relations Act (LRA).
Employment Equity Act (EEA).
PSCBC and CCMA procedures.
Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA).
Skills: Negotiation.
People 16 Management.
Problem Solving.
Presentation.
Planning and Organising.
Communication.
Computer Literacy.
Report Writing.
Conflict Management.
Research.
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 in the province.
Provide administrative support services in the section.
