Deputy Director: Employment Relations

Requirements

A Grade 12 certificate and NQF 7 qualification in Labour Relations / Labour Law. At least 3-5 years working experience at ASD level in labour relations, disputes, disciplinary hearing, conciliations, and arbitration. Knowledge of relevant legislation/policies/prescripts/circulars and procedures applicable to Labour Relations. Understanding of Labour legislation (LRA, BCEC, EE, Skills Development Act). Understanding of policy formulation, interpretation, and procedures. Dispute Resolution and Conflict Management as well as Departmental Policy and Guidelines. Good communication (verbal and written), planning and organizing, conflict and problem solving, presentation and people management, facilitation and analytical thinking, negotiation and computer skills (MS Office package). Ability to plan, work independently and as part of a team. A valid driver’s license.

Key Responsibilities

Manage and coordinate grievances within the department. Manage and monitor the implementation of the Public Service disciplinary procedures. Gather the necessary data/information and investigate the matter. Manage and disciplinary processes in the workplace. Manage and conduct investigations on all alleged misconduct cases, perform disciplinary functions pertaining to misconduct and poor work performance. Facilitate, manage and coordinate the handling of disciplinary matters. Submit a complete investigation report to the 42 Director-General for approval. Facilitate the notice and allegation sheet to be served to the alleged transgressor. Manage and monitor the implementation of labour relations strategies, policies and procedures in line with the public services framework. Develop departmental strategies and systems relating to grievance and disciplinary mechanisms, including policies, procedures and processes. Create and manage a case management database on all Labour- related matters. Render labour relations support services. Provide training and advocacy on labour-related matters in the department. Represent the department conciliation and arbitration proceedings. Obtain mandate for the discussion of agenda items on the agenda. Obtain a mandate for the employer position on each agenda point. Manage externally referred disputes. Provide support and advice on the management and resolution of disputes. Manage labour disputes and provide support for litigation cases, in consultation with Legal Services. Manage resources, risk and audit queries. Plan all activities within the unit. Organise and manage records and statistics of all grievance and misconduct. Advise employees and managers on Labour related matters.

How to Apply

Enquiries

Mr S Mahlatjie Tel No: (012) 395-8414 GRADUATE INTERSHIP PROGRAMME 2026-2028 (24 MONTHS) The National Department of Health invites unemployed graduates who seek practical work experience and who are interested in the Public Service career to apply for internship (an occupationally based work experience opportunity) in the occupation mentioned below for a minimum of twenty-four (24) months. The applicants must not have been exposed or have participated in an internship programme. The Department aims to enhance the employability of unemployed graduate as potential employees through this internship programme. OTHER POSTS