Job Description

Location
City of Ekurhuleni
Remuneration
R 850 440 to R 1 166 640 - Basic salary per annum (plus benefits)
Assignment Type
Permanent

Minimum Requirements:

Matric LLB / B Degree majoring in Labour Law 8 years relevant managerial experience in labour law & local government or similar environment Knowledge of all applicable South African Legislations Advanced technical skills in Consulting; Conflict Management and Disputes Negotiations Good interpersonal skills, planning and organising, problem solving and knowledge & information management Driver's license

Core Responsibilities:

Ensure the development of a case management system for the full spectrum of cases in the City ranging from grievances, discipline management, conciliations, arbitrations and litigation in the courts to ensure the efficient and effective management of cases and ER operational efficiencies in the City such that all processes are adhered to and matters are handled to the best interest of the City Ensure the effective representation of the City in Labour Law Litigation instituted by and against the City to ensure the effective representation of the City in forums and tribunals that deal with Labour Law litigation by and against the City Advise on the contractual relationship between the City and Senior Managers who fall outside the bargaining unit of the SALGBC to ensure the effective and efficient management of the contractual relationship between the City and its Senior Managers Provide strategic specialist Labour Relations support functions to the Divisional Head Employee Relations, senior management and political structures of Council to ensure that strategic decision making processes of the City are compliant to the relevant legislative imperatives and best practices Investigate and develop plans for Labour Relations functionality for the case management and litigation unit and provide supervisory functions to staff to ensure an effective employee relations service to meet the City's strategic and operational objectives Establish, implement and manage operational governance and risk management processes in the context of organisational policy, provide feedback thereof and escalate unresolved issues via appropriate channels for investigation Contribute to the preparation of monthly and annual budgets and financial reports in accordance with statutory Council presentation requirements
Effectively manage service delivery within the division and ensure compliance with the Batho Pele Principles

Enquiries: Tel: 0860 54 3000


The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance contract as per Council resolution.


Candidates may be requested to submit proof of the NQF level applicable to the qualifications they have obtained.


Should candidates not be informed of the outcome of the application within six weeks of the closing date, it should be regarded as having been unsuccessful.


The City of Ekurhuleni subscribes to the principles of the Employment Equity Act and reserves the right to appoint, not appoint or to appoint laterally.



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