Job Description

Faculty


Department
Cape Peninsula University of Technology -> Human Capital -> Employment Relations

Campus/ Location
District Six Campus - Cape Town, WC ZA (Primary)


Job Type
Permanent

Occupational Function
Support / Admin

Number of Positions
1

Annual Salary Package (incl. Medical Aid rate based on principal member only)
To be confirmed

Advert Closing Date
1/12/2023

Job Purpose
To manage and promote a strategic employee relations function for the University.

Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Relevant Bachelorxe2x80x99s Degree e.g. Law, Labour Studies etc
• 6-8 years working as an Employment Relations Practitioner, at least 3 of which must have been at manager level
• Experience working with Unions in a large and complex working environment.

Preference will be given to candidates who are admitted as an attorney, have labour law experience, and professional accreditation as an ER practitioner.

Key Performance Areas / Principal Accountabilities

• Development and administration of policies and procedures
• Collective Bargaining and Union Relations
• Advice and Legal Opinions
• Grievances and Staff Complaints
• Disciplinary Processes
• Management of Resources (Financial, Human and Physical)
• Leadership
• Wellness and Conflict Resolution

Competencies

• Strategic capability and leadership
• Research and drafting
• Change management.
• Strategic Planning
• HR management
• Communication and Interpersonal Skills
• Development , monitoring and deployment of budget
• Computer Proficiency
• Analytical ability
• Problem solving
• Client Orientation
• Knowledge of all labour legislation including LRA, BCEA, OHS etc
• Knowledge of Promotion of Access to Information Act
• Accountability
• Ethical conduct
• Confidence
• Creativity/Innovation
• Independence

General Information
Closing Date: 01 December 2023 Enquires: aprilno@cput.ac.za

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The Cape Peninsula University of Technology is committed to Employment Equity and aims to attract and retain talented individuals to achieve our equity objectives and therefore, people from the designated groups, including those with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to applicants whose appointment contributes towards the achievement of demographic representation. We reserve the right not to make an appointment.