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x2 LABOUR RELATIONS OFFICER VACANCIES AT THE DEPARTMENT OF HIGHER EDUCATION AND TRAINING

admin October 21, 2023

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x2 Labour Relations Officer vacancies at the Department of Higher Education and Training

DEADLINE: 24 November, 2023

x2 Labour Relations Officer vacancies at the Department of Higher Education and Training

POST: LABOUR RELATIONS OFFICER: GRIEVANCE, DISPUTE, AND MISCONDUCT MANAGEMENT REF NO: DHET72/10/2023 (X2 POSTS)
Branch: Corporate Management Services
Directorate: Grievance, Disputes and Misconduct Management
SALARY: R294 321 per annum (Level 07)
CENTRE: Pretoria

REQUIREMENTS: Appropriate bachelor’s degree/national diploma (NQF Level 6) in Labour Relations/Industrial Relations/Labour Law/Human Resource Management or a related qualification. A minimum of one (1) to two (2) to functional experience in the Labour Relations portfolio. Knowledge of labour legislation and prescripts within the TVET or Public sector domain. Demonstrable experience in project management and LR processes. Willingness to work beyond the normal working hours when the need arises. Sound conflict-handling and communication skills. Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills. Must be computer literate (MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, and Outlook). Good communication skills, both written and verbal. Strategic thinking and meticulous record keeping as well as a valid light vehicle driver’s licence.

DUTIES: Facilitate workplace relations in the Department by developing, implementing, and maintaining policies, labour relations prescripts, guidance, and clear procedure manuals. – Interpreting and ensuring compliance with Department policies, prescripts guidelines and provisions of the collective bargaining agreements. Investigate misconduct cases. Coordinate departmental disciplinary hearings. Represent the Department in dispute resolution processes e.g., at Bargaining Council or CCMA. Advise line managers and employees on labour relations matters. Compile submissions and or reports on disciplinary, appeals, precautionary suspensions, and dispute matters. Administer the case management system. Compile the Labour Relations statistical report and submit it to DPSA and or OPSC and management. Arranging meetings and taking minutes during the meetings. Arrange Labour Relations workshops and assist in conducting training.

ENQUIRIES: Ms X Rikhotso Tel No: (012) 213 5513 / Mr R Kgare Tel No: (012) 312 5442 / Ms N Liwane Tel No: (012) 312 6365

NOTE : Shortlisted candidates will undergo a computer test

APPLICATIONS: DHET invites applicants to apply online on the New Z83 form by accessing the Departmental Website (click the ‘apply now’ button) or http://z83.ngnscan.co.za/apply and follow the easy prompts/instructions. Upload the supporting documents namely, (1) a comprehensive CV, and (2) copies of all qualifications (including matriculation), identity document, valid driver’s licence, and any other document (where required).

Directions to candidates

Applications on form Z83 with full particulars of the applicants’ training, qualifications, competencies, knowledge and experience (on a separate sheet if necessary or a CV) must be forwarded to the department in which the vacancy/vacancies exist(s). NB: PROSPECTIVE APPLICANTS MUST PLEASE USE THE NEW Z83 WHICH IS EFFECTIVE AS AT 01 JANUARY 2021.
Applicants must indicate the reference number of the vacancy in their applications.
Applicants requiring additional information regarding an advertised post must direct their enquiries to the department where the vacancy exists. The Department of Public Service and Administration must not be approached for such information.
It must be ensured that applications reach the relevant advertising departments on or before the applicable closing dates.