Deputy Director: Employee Relations - Government Pensions Administration Agency



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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.


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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.


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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


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