Deputy Director: Misconduct Services

Oorsig

Deputy Director: Misconduct Services at Department of Agriculture, Rural Development, Land & Environmental Affairs in Mpumalanga.

Vereistes

• Grade 12 plus a recognised Advanced Diploma / Bachelor’s Degree (NQF 7) qualification in Labour Relations / Human Resource Management specializing in Labour Relations / Employment Relations / related qualification.
• LLB qualification will be an added advantage.
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience at Assistant Director level in Labour Relations.
• Skills And Competencies: In-depth knowledge and understanding of the legislative and regulatory framework governing labour relations and discipline in the Public.
• Service, including the Labour Relations Act, Basic Conditions of Employment Act, Employment Equity Act, Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations, Public, Finance Management Act, applicable collective agreements, disciplinary codes and procedures, grievance procedures, protected-disclosure requirements and relevant DPSA directives and prescripts.
• Strong knowledge of misconduct investigation methodology, evidence gathering and assessment, procedural and substantive fairness, drafting of investigation reports and charge sheets, disciplinary hearing processes, precautionary suspension, dispute resolution and case management.
• Excellent legal and policy research, analytical reasoning, report writing, verbal and written communication, interviewing, negotiation, conflict management, facilitation and presentation skills.
• Ability to analyse documentary, testimonial and electronic evidence; maintain accurate case records; manage multiple matters within prescribed timeframes; engage senior managers, organised labour, witnesses and external legal representatives; exercise sound judgement, confidentiality and professional independence; work under pressure; lead and supervise staff; and use Microsoft Office applications effectively.
• A valid driver's license.

Pligte

• Provide expect advice to Line Managers regarding grievances, disputes and misconduct cases.
• Represent the employer at conciliation and arbitration.
• Conduct training (formal and informal).
• Manage and coordinate conflict resolution and represent the employer in dispute resolution hearings, conciliation and arbitration.
• Develop, review and maintain labour relations policies and procedures.
• Monitor the administration of disciplinary cases including preparation of charge sheets and the provision of support to the relevant role-players, including presiding officers and departmental representatives.
• Give support and render expect advice regarding policies, requirements and prescripts to all stakeholders.
• Compile statistics and reports on Labour Relations matters.
• Monitor if Labour Relations matters are attended to by appointed officials within stipulated time frame.
• Participate in labour relations fora and related statutory bodies.
• Manage logistical and administrative support to State Attorney.
• Manage resources in the sub- directorate.

Hoe om aan te sollisiteer

Applications must be submitted online through the link: https://erecruitment.mpg.gov.za

Navrae: Ms. SP Shongwe Tel No: (013) 766 6003 or Mr. MG Ngwane Tel No: (013) 766 6110 or Ms. NF Mgiba Tel No: (013) 766 6476

Notas

A recent comprehensive CV, ID and contactable references (telephone numbers and email addresses must be indicated). Application must be submitted on a New signed Z83 form obtainable from any Public Service Department accompanied by recent detailed Curriculum Vitae only, to be considered. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of all qualifications, Senior Certificate, identity document and driver’s license on or before the day of the interview. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified documents. Foreign qualifications must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Emailed applications will not be considered. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other will be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. Shortlisted candidates will be required to be available for assessments and interviews at a date and time to be determine by the Department. The first two recommended candidates for Deputy Directors posts will be subjected to competency assessment. All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. The successful candidate will be expected to enter into an employment contract and a performance agreement within 3 months of appointment. Failure to comply with the above instructions will result in your application being disqualified. Should you not be contacted within 3 months of the closing date of the advertisement, please consider your application to be unsuccessful. The successful candidate will be appointed subject to positive results of the security clearance process. The Department is committed to providing equal opportunities and adheres to the affirmative action policy in line with Employment Equity Act, the SMS Handbook and all relevant legislation applicable in the Public Service. MANAGEMENT ECHELON