Senior Employee Relations Practitioner

In brief

**Overview** This role is within the **Department Of Water And Sanitation (Dws)**, specifically for the **Mzimvubu Tsitsikamma Catchment Management Agency (MTCMA)**, referred to internally as MTCMA 15. The position is situated in **KuGompo** and falls under the **Human Resource Management Division**. It involves providing administrative support for the **Employee Relation Unit**. The annual salary for this position is **R413 001** (Level 08). **What you will do** * Provide administrative support for the Employee Relation Unit. * Facilitate the handling of misconduct, grievances, and disputes lodged. * Compile monthly reports for the Employee Relations Unit. * Assist in the procurement process for Employment Relations needs. * Ensure the application and implementation of outcomes from discipline, arbitration awards, and Labour Court judgements. * Capture cases on PERSAL. * Maintain the Employee Labour Relations database. * Assist in the implementation of approved resolutions by relevant structures. * Compile statistics regarding labour issues. * Investigate cases and arrange appointments of Investigating Officers. * Keep statistics of all Employee Relations cases lodged with the component. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * A National Diploma (NQF level 6) in Labour Relations or a relevant qualification as recognised by SAQA. * A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in case and compliance management or relevant field. * PERSAL introduction certificate. * Knowledge of employee relations. * Knowledge of Public Service legislation and resolutions. * Knowledge of disciplinary code and procedures, grievance procedure, mediation and arbitration. * Knowledge and understanding of relevant policies and procedures. * Communication skills (written and verbal). * Planning and organisation skills. * Report writing skills. * Coordination skills. * Conflict resolution skills. * Interpretation and application of legislation, policies and resolutions. * Programme and project management skills. * Computer literacy. * Good interpersonal relations skills. * Ability to collect and interpret information and reports. * Ability to gather and analyse information. * Ability to interpret & apply relevant legislation, regulations, resolutions & policies. * Ability to work under pressure and work under limited supervision. * Ability to work independently and in a team. **Who should apply** The ideal candidate should possess a National Diploma (NQF level 6) in Labour Relations or a related field, coupled with at least two years of experience in case and compliance management. Applicants must hold a PERSAL introduction certificate and demonstrate strong knowledge of employee relations, public service legislation, disciplinary codes, grievance procedures, mediation, and arbitration, along with relevant policies. Essential skills include effective written and verbal communication, planning, organisation, report writing, coordination, conflict resolution, program/project management, and computer literacy. The candidate must also exhibit good interpersonal relations, the ability to collect, interpret, and analyse information, apply relevant legislation, and work effectively both independently and as part of a team, even under pressure or limited supervision. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/department-of-water-and-sanitation-dws-vacancies-5#spani-ref-mtcma-15 Source: govpage

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