Job Description

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Labour Relations, Industrial Relations, Human Resource Management, Law, or a related field.

Work experience

At least 5 years of experience in Labour Relations or Industrial Relations, specifically within the public sector or similar organisational settings. Proven experience in collective bargaining, including negotiations at various forums such as sectoral bargaining councils, and dealing with matters related to terms and conditions of employment. Experience in dispute resolution, including attending conciliations, mediations, and arbitrations in a variety of industrial relations matters. Demonstrated knowledge of relevant labour laws (e.g., Labour Relations Act, Public Service Act, Basic Conditions of Employment Act) and their application in collective bargaining and dispute resolution.
A valid driver's license

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

Negotiation & Bargaining Management Policy Development & Oversight Dispute Prevention & Conflict Resolution Advocacy & Legal Support for Members Research & Analysis of Labour Trends Training & Capacity Building Member Engagement & Communication Workplace Representation & Advocacy Mandate Management Strike Management Stakeholder Liaison & Relationship Management

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES

Technical Skills

Legal knowledge (SA labour laws & collective agreements) Expertise in collective bargaining process (from negotiation preparation to agreement implementation) Contract interpretation (interpretation & application of collective agreements)

Industry Specific Skills

Sector knowledge (industry practices, challenges & regulatory frameworks) Understanding of Council rules, procedures & practices Understanding of union dynamics (member priorities)

Soft Skills

Communication (verbal & written - articulation of bargaining position) Negotiation skills (effective representation of members interests) Problem solving Analytical thinking (analysis of labour market data, economic trends & sector-specific information) Advocacy Diplomacy & relationship management Adaptability Teamwork Ethics & integrity

Applicant should be able to start immediately.

Please note: Applications not submitted via Indeed and / or without comprehensive CVs and contact details will not be considered.

Closing date for applications: 30 April 2025 at 14:00

Should you not be contacted within 7 days, please accept that your application was not successful.

Job Type: Temporary

Application Question(s):

Are you able to start immediately?
Education:

Bachelors (Required)
Experience:

Collective bargaining and negotiations: 5 years (Required) Drafting collective agreements: 5 years (Preferred) Dispute resolution: 5 years (Required) Labour Relations or Industrial Relarions: 5 years (Required)
License/Certification:

Drivers license (Required)
Location:

Pretoria, Gauteng 0044 (Preferred)
Work Location: In person

Application Deadline: 2025/05/03