DEPUTY DIRECTOR: LABOUR RELATIONS,

Reference: HRMC 29 /26/2. Salary: R932 292 - R1 098 195 per annum (An all-inclusive salary package) (Level 11).. Requirements: An undergraduate qualification in Employment Relations, Industrial Relations, Industrial or Organisational Psychology, Labour Relations, Labour Law, Law, Public Management, Public Administration or Human Resource Management at NQF level 6 as recognized by SAQA. 3 years experience in a Junior Management / Assistant Director level in a Labour Relations environment is required. Extensive experience in a Labour Relations environment is required. Experience in management of collective agreement. Experience in resolving disputes, mediating conflicts, and representing the employer in negotiations. Collective Bargaining, CCMA and Labour court processes. Knowledge of the Labour Relations Act. Knowledge of the Labour Relations Framework for the Public Services. Knowledge of Public Service the Resolutions and all Collective Agreements reached in the Bargaining Council. Knowledge of Basic Conditions of Employment Act. Knowledge of the Public Service Regulations. Knowledge of Statutory Dispute Resolution structures. Knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act and Treasury Regulations. Knowledge of the South African Constitution. Knowledge of Departmental Regulatory Framework, as well as Government Structures. Knowledge of Human Resources legislation and prescripts. Knowledge of Employment contracts. Excellent abilities and experience in project management, project optimization, and the use of online systems. A valid drivers’ license. Willingness to travel and work extended hours. Required skills and competencies: People management and empowerment. Expenditure Management. Business Continuity. Excellent Negotiation skills. Program and project management. Decision Making. Presentation Skills. Business report writing. Problem Solving and Analysis. Facilitation skills. Ability to meet deadlines. Influencing and Networking. Planning and Organizing. Accountability. Communication skills. Interpersonal skills. Research skills. Ability to work under severe pressure. Conflict and dispute resolution. Service delivery innovation Stakeholder Relations (Internal and External). Computer Literacy. Patriotism, Honesty, Integrity and Accountability. Duties: The successful candidates will be responsible for, amongst others, the Government vacancy from Public Service Vacancy Circular 18 of 2026.