Deputy Director: Employeee Relations and WellnessJohannesburg

Requirements

• Qualification in Human Resource/Labour Law/ Industrial Psychology at NQF level 7 as recognized by the SAQA.
• 3 years’ experience at first /middle (Assistant Director) level management in Employee Relations/ Employee Health and Wellness environment.
• Driver’s license.
• Knowledge required:
• Public Service Regulations (PSR), Public Service Act (PSA) ,Public service policies and procedures ,Public service directives, Labour Relations Act, Labour relations policies and processes, Relevant HR legislation applicable to employees, LR case management/database, Relevant legislation and Public Service Regulations, Understanding of expectations of customers, Strategic Capability and Leadership, People Management and Empowerment, Programme management, Project Management, Financial management and Change Management.
• Skills required:
• Communication, Honesty and Integrity, Leveraging diversity, Coaching and mentoring, Presentation skills, Computer Literacy, Problem solving, Communication, Innovative, Monitoring and evaluation skills, Report writing skills, Labour Relations skills, Legislation, directives and policy interpretation and analysis, Mentoring, Coaching and Conflict resolution.
• Attributes required:
• Flexible / Change oriented.
• Problem solving ability.
• Responsive, Interpersonal relations, Customer focus, Credible, Professionalism, and Tenacity.

Duties

• Manage the development of the departmental employee relations policies, guidelines and processes:
• Manage structured and compliance to legislative frameworks, policies, practices and processes and provide support where there are gaps.
• Maintain effective policies and procedures so that labour disputes and grievances are minimized.
• Interpret policies, procedures and negotiated agreements and advise management on their practical application and the management of deviations.
• Make recommendations for changes to existing policies and procedures to ensure compliance with new or proposed regulations.
• Contribute to the development of best practices and alignment with industry standards.
• Drive the adoption of employee relations documentation and policies by management.
• Direct employee relations activities, including conflict resolution, disciplinary actions, and grievance procedures.
• Provide guidance and coaching to managers and employees on employee relations matters, ensuring fair and consistent application of policies.
• Ensure that the department is up to date with employment laws and regulations and ensure compliance in all employee relations practices.
• Manage Departmental disciplinary code and procedure:
• Provide procedural advice to both management and employees regarding the interpretation and application of Disciplinary code and procedures, Incapacity code and procedure (poor performance and ill health), guidance on policy, legislation and advising management on work adaptations and alternative work options.
• Manage workshops and advocacy on labour relations matters (conflict, Sexual harassment, delegations, misconduct, code of good practice on dismissals, rules of evidence on disciplinary hearing.
• Manage Collective Bargaining, Dispute resolution and Grievances:
• Manage investigation of reported cases.
• Administer completion of cases within policy requirements.
• Attending all Conciliations and Arbitrations as scheduled by General Public Service Sector Bargaining Council (GPSSBC).
• Represent the Department in Co-ordinating Chamber of the PSCBC for Gauteng Province (CCPG (provincial), The General Public Service Sector Bargaining Council (GPSSBC) (national) and other forums.
• Manage proper implementation of the Department disciplinary code and procedures.
• Advise on proper procedures to be followed during dispute resolution and grievance management process.
• Educate management and employees on policies, procedures, collective agreements and relevant legislation continuously.
• Examine the legal analysis and risk evaluation of potential disputes and disputes that are declared, to determine the appropriate management strategy.
• Manage investigation of misconduct cases and the implementation of arbitration awards and collective agreements:
• Coordinate investigation of misconduct cases reported at Head Office.
• Facilitate disciplinary hearings and coordinate the appointment of chairpersons and initiators of disciplinary hearings.
• Represent the employer in disciplinary hearings.
• Coordinating the lodged appeals and facilitating the implementation of the awards thereof.
• Liaise with the Legal Department with regards to the evaluation of disputes and disciplinary cases and determining to whom the dispute or pre-dismissal arbitration should be assigned, to present management’s case.
• Coordinate the preparation e-Gov case, heads of argument and pleadings for noncomplex cases.
• Oversee and advise legal counsel during statutory and non-statutory arbitration or pre-dismissal arbitration proceedings.
• Assist with the analysis, evaluation and implementation of arbitration and pre-dismissal arbitration awards to determine possible grounds for rescission or review.
• Liaise with service providers on training needs by the organization.
• Manage the development and implementation of employee health and wellness strategies and programmes:
• Improve and implement comprehensive health and wellness programs that promote physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
• Collaborate with cross- functional teams to design and deliver wellness initiatives, such as fitness programs, stress management workshops, and mental health support services.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of wellness programs through data analysis, employee feedback, and participation rates, and make recommendations for improvement.
• Foster partnership with external vendors and benefit providers to negotiate contracts and ensure the delivery of high- quality wellness services.
• Prepare and present reports for submission to relevant stakeholders.
• Promote and facilitate the implementation of occupational health, safety and environmental management strategies and programmes:
• Manage the implementation of Safety Health, Environment, Risk, Quality (SHERQ).
• Manage the compliance Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) in the building.
• Manage the inspection of workplace.
• Manage resources:
• General supervision of employees.
• Allocate duties and perform quality control on the work delivered by supervisees.
• Advise and lead supervisees regarding all aspects of the work.
• Manage and monitor performance and appraisal of employees.
• Manage conduct and discipline of employees in the sub- directorate.
• Facilitate the training and development all employees in the sub- directorate.
• Respond prompt to audit queries.
• Review Job profiles and sign off.

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Notes from the department

• Only an updated comprehensive CV (with detailed personal information, duties, experience, and references) is required.
• The online Z83 form must be completed in full.
• All fields of Section A, B, C and D of the online Z83 must be completed in full.
• Section E, F, G (Due to the limited space on the online Z83 it is acceptable for applicants to indicate refer to CV or see attached.
• However, the question related to conditions that prevent re-appointment under Part “F” must be answered and declaration signed.
• Applicants are not required to attach copies of qualifications.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other related documents.
• Non-RSA Citizens/Permanent Resident Permit holders in possession of foreign qualifications must be accompanied by an evaluation report issued by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA) (only when shortlisted).
• Shortlisted candidates must be available for interviews at a date and time determined by the Gauteng Department of e-Government.
• The appointment is subject to positive outcomes on employment suitability checks, which include but are not limited to security clearance, security vetting, qualification/study verification, citizenship verification, financial/asset record check, previous employment verification, and criminal record.
• Successful candidates must obtain a positive security clearance.
• Applicants who fail to meet the requirements will not be considered.
• Such applications will be regarded as a regret.
• All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments.
• One must be a practical exercise, and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.
• Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process.
• Please note that all applicants for Senior Management positions are required to complete the SMS Pre-Entry Programme administered by the National School of Government (NSG) prior to appointment.
• No appointment will take place without the successful completion of the pre-entry certificate and submission of proof thereof.
• The Course is available at NSG under the name Certificate for entry into the SMS and the full details can be sourced by the following link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/trainingcourse/smspre-entry-programme/.
• For more information regarding the course please visit the NSG website: www.thensg.gov.za.
• 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.
• (This applies only when there is an SMS post).” If you have not received a response from this institution within three months of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
• The Department reserves the right not to make any appointment(s) to the below advertised post(s).