Employee Relations Practitioner PRETORIA
Human Resources / Recruitment
Pretoria – Gauteng
Employee Relations Practitioner
Pretoria
12 Month Fixed Term Contract
R287 600pa
Purpose of the post:
To provide support in the implementation of employee/ employer relations activities in the department.
Key performance areas:
Grievance management:
Receive, register and log grievances
Facilitate and resolve grievances within applicable timeframes
Facilitate labour related programmes, collective bargaining, grievance resolution and dispute management processes promptly within the principles of the law
Conduct and compile grievance investigations reports
Dispute Management:
Facilitate disputes at GPSSBC
Provide support in terms of preparation during the dispute’s proceedings
Misconduct management:
Facilitate and implement misconduct and disciplinary processes within applicable time frames
Represent the Department and draft the reports
Compile statistical submissions / reports on identified trends regarding misconduct and dispute matters
Administration support:
Draft documents and perform administration related to the job for effective performance of the unit
Conduct basic research on the trends available in the field of Employment Relations
Provide logistical support to procure goods or services
Coordinate meetings information sessions/ workshops to create awareness and enhance understanding of employee relations policy and procedure and ensure that meeting packs are distributed
Conduct follow-ups on actions, ensure that the information is submitted on time and file ER records
Coordinate and ensure the implementation of agreed upon resolutions and labour policies
Provide assistance in compiling monthly management reports and include recommendations
Update and maintain database on disciplinary cases, grievance, suspensions, appeals processes, and other conflict cases
Coordinate the updating and submission of risk reports
Capture labour relations cases on Persal and other remunerative work request
Provide functional advice, and technical guidance to employees and management
Competencies, Knowledge, and Skills:
Knowledge and understanding of Public Service Act and Regulation
Knowledge and understanding of departmental policies and procedures
Good understanding and knowledge of Labour Laws (LRA, BCEA, EEA and other labour related legislations) and Ethics issues
Knowledge of PFMA, Treasury Regulation
Understanding of Confidential and Security Clearance prescripts
Communication (verbal and written) skills
Planning and organising skills
Financial Management
Negotiation skills
Basic research and analytic skill
Change management skills
Negotiation skills
Initiating skills
Service delivery orientated skills
Batho Pele skills
Good interpersonal skills
Initiative
Ability to work independently
Ability to work in teams
Be able to liaise with different stakeholders at different levels
Team player
Proactive and innovative
Minimum requirements:
3 years qualification (NQF level 6 or higher) in Labour Relations / Labour Law / Human Resources Management / Human Resources Development / Industrial Psychology / Industrial Relations or related qualification
At least 2 years within labour relations environment
Closing date for applications 6 March 2024
Should you not hear from us by the closing date above, please consider your application unsuccessful
