Deputy Director: Employee Relations - Government Pensions Administration Agency

POST 43/45: DEPUTY  DIRECTOR:  EMPLOYEE  RELATIONS  

REF NO: DD/ER/2022-11/1P

Human Resources Management – Employee Relations

The purpose of the role is to effectively manage all Employee relations matters within the GPAA, which includes Labour Relations, Change Management and Employee Health and Wellness.

DUTIES:   

The incumbent will be responsible for a wide variety of tasks which includes but are not limited to the following: 

Manage Labour Relations within the GPAA:

• Ensure GPAA is properly represented in all cases referred to the Labour and Labour Appeal Court. 
• Monitor information systems of the cases on PERSAL.
• Manage dispute resolution emanating from grievances and misconduct cases.
• Manage the finalisation of all grievance and misconduct cases. Review awards and settlement agreements. 
• Coordinate the provision of a collective bargaining function to the GPAA to ensure compliance with the legislative prescripts.

Manage implementation of Employee Relations (ER) policies and strategy:

• Develop and monitor the Implementation of ER policies.
• Facilitate the process of development and review of the ER strategy.
• Develop and submit an annual strategy implementation plan.
• Monitor and evaluate the implementation of the strategy.
• Prepare and present reports to management.
• Manage financial and procurement processes of the ER cost centre.
• Provide inputs for annual reports.
• Identify and manage risks for the unit.
• Manage and resolve audit findings for the unit.

Ensure effective application of Change Management within GPAA:

• Oversee the management of Change Management processes and programmes.
• Ensure successful business transformation.
• Create a conducive environment for fair labour practice in relation to change management.
• Keep abreast with industry and international Public Sector development and make recommendations to Directors for business transformation opportunities.

Ensure effective application of Employee Health and Wellness (EHWP) within GPAA:

• Oversee the management of Employee health and wellness programmes and responses to HIV/AIDS in line with GPAA ‘s strategy.
• Create a conducive environment for fair labour practices in relation to Employee Health and Wellness.
• Provide required support in the implementation of EHW.

Manage all resources of the unit:

• Set, agree and monitor the performance of direct reports, check that it is aligned with planned targets.
• Allocate work according to the individual workload, expertise and developmental needs of the individual.
• Identify development and succession planning requirements.
• Ensure Employment Equity compliance.
• Monitor that outputs are achieved against business requirements.
• Facilitate staff productivity and efficiency, minimizing absenteeism and turnover figures.
• Motivate staff through the implementation of appropriate structures and systems.
• Manage the budget of the unit and monitor expenditure patterns as per the prescripts.

REQUIREMENTS:          

• A recognized three-year National Diploma/B Degree/B Tech or equivalent three-year qualification in Human Resources / Labour Relations or related field (NQF 6 with at least 360 credits).
• At least six (6) years of relevant experience in Human Resource / Employee Relations of which at least three (3) years were in a managerial/supervisory capacity.
• Candidates with a combination of exposure in one or more of the following fields will receive preference:
• Labour Relations, Change Management and Employee Health and Wellness.
• Computer literacy that includes a working knowledge of Microsoft packages.
• Valid driver’s license of at least two years old.
• Knowledge of Labour Relations Prescripts and legislations.
• Knowledge of DPSA Framework and prescripts.
• Knowledge of Investigations.
• Knowledge of Code and Conduct.
• Knowledge of report writing.
• Knowledge of Strike Management.
• Knowledge of Human Resources and Public Service Legislative Framework.
• Knowledge of Policy Development.
• Knowledge of Strategic Planning.
• Knowledge of PERSAL system.
• Knowledge of Employee Health and Wellness policies.
• Knowledge of Change Management and Transformation within the Public Service.
• Analytical skills.
• Facilitation skills.
• Presentation skills.
•  Motivational skills.
• Project Management.
• Leadership skills. 
• Problem-solving skills.
• Organization & Coordination skills.
• Customer-oriented. 
• Ability to communicate at all levels.
• Ability to build strong network relationships.
• Work independently. 
• Attention to detail. 
• Honesty and integrity. 
• Ability to work under pressure.
•  Professionalism.
• Deadline driven.
•  Willingness to travel.

SALARY: R744 255 per annum (Level 11), (basic salary)

CENTRE: Pretoria Head Office

ENQUIRIES: Ms Felicia Mahlaba on Tel No: 012 319 1455. Application enquiries: Soniwe Mwamuka on Tel No: 011 0218982