Assistant Director: Labour Relations x 9 Vacancies

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: LABOUR RELATIONS (9 POSTS IN REGIONAL
OFFICES) (3 YEARS CONTRACT) REF NO: DHET 22/01/2015
SALARY : R270 804 per annum (Level 9)
CENTRE : Pretoria

REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3 years’ Diploma/ Bachelor’s Degree in Labour Relations/Human
Resource Management/NQF level 6 or equivalent. 5 years’ experience Labour
Relations Management of which 2 years supervisory experience. A sound
knowledge and understanding of all Labour Relations related Legislation. An in
depth knowledge of Project Management and Communication systems. An
understanding of all relevant Human Resources, Legislative framework,
Regulations and Prescripts. Problem solving and analysis skills. Business report
Writing. Excellent Presentation skills. Advanced Computer Literacy.

DUTIES : Investigate issues regarding misconduct, incapacity and grievances in the TVET
Colleges Sector. Provide Specialist support on Labour Relations expertise and
skills. Provide guidance on the disciplinary, misconduct and grievance process to
TVET Colleges to ensure sound Labour Relations practice. Assist in conducting
disciplinary, misconduct and grievance matters in accordance with Public Service
prescripts, relevant legislation, collective agreements and departmental policy.
Ensure procedural and substantive compliance in the management grievance
processes. Accurately update the case management system. Record keeping of
incidents and competently represent the department at external dispute resolution
forums involving designated high profile and complex matters. Be part of the rapid
response team in resolving issues which can lead to disruptions in Colleges
including Community Colleges. Compile reports on all labour and employee
relations activities within the College sector.

ENQUIRIES : Mr D Sebela 012 312 5512/ Ms D Pholo 012 312 5027

APPLICATIONS : Please Forward Your Application, Quoting The Reference Number To: The
Director-General, Department Of Higher Education And Training, Private Bag
X174, Pretoria, 0001 Or Hand Deliver To: 123 Francis Baard Street, (Old Name
123 Schoeman Street), Cnr Sophie De Bruyn & Francis Baard Street, (Old Name
Cnr Schubart & Schoeman), Pretoria, Reception Area.

CLOSING DATE : 13 February 2015, applications received after the closing date or faxed
applications will not be considered.
NOTE : Applications must be submitted on form Z83 obtainable from any public service
department and must be accompanied by a comprehensive CV and certified
copies of qualifications. The successful candidate will be subjected to a security
clearance and verification of qualifications. Interviewed candidates will be
subjected to a competency assessment where necessary. Correspondence will
only be entered into with short-listed applicant. Interviewed candidates will be
subjected to a competency assessment necessary.