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DEPUTY DIRECTOR: COLLECTIVE BARGAINING A4/084

PROVINCIAL ADMINISTRATION: MPUMALANGA

Salary band

Not specified

Closing date

16 July 2026

Reference

PSC 22/452

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About this role

Department

PROVINCIAL ADMINISTRATION: MPUMALANGA

Location

Head Office, Mbombela

Salary

R932 292 per.annum. The package can be structured according to the individual’s personal needs.

Requirements

An undergraduate qualification (NQF 7/6) as recognised by SAQA in Labour Relations /Labour Law or equivalent qualifications. Minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience in Labour Relations environment. Competencies: Extensive knowledge of Labour laws, dispute resolution mechanisms, education legislation and policies and public service legislation and policies. In depth knowledge of and experience in procedures for dealing with incapacity/inefficiency and employee behaviour. Credible experience in conflict resolution and crisis intervention. Strong interpersonal-, written and verbal communication skills. Proven ability to communicate effectively with a broad spectrum of role players. Excellent report writing skills. Sound analytical and problem-solving skills. Advanced planning, organising and project management skills. Sound financial management skills. Ability to develop logical frameworks and other planning models. Ability to develop and adhere to work schedules. Ability to maintain the required level of information confidentiality and security. Developed computer literacy. Willingness to travel and work beyond normal working hours. Ability to provide strategic leadership and to deliver excellent results under pressure. Valid driver's license.

Duties

Manage the Collective Bargaining Unit. Co-ordinate, manage and monitor collective bargaining activities. Prepare and obtain mandates for collective bargaining. Prepare documents for collective bargaining. To represent the employer in collective bargaining structures. To Liaise with disputing parties with the aim of resolving disputes emanating from collective bargaining. To handle Industrial actions according to legislation, policy and procedure. Give direction to, co-ordinate, monitor and advise on all Labour relations related matters (procedural and policy). Interpret existing and newly developed policies and facilitate policy making on Labour relations matters where applicable. Manage the development and implementation of appropriate policy, systems, management- and administrative structures for the provision and maintenance of a comprehensive Labour relations service. Identify the needs for improved Labour relations services and formulate programmes and projects for the implementation thereof. Ensure compliance, implementation and maintenance of national and provincial policy frameworks in the responsible areas of activity. Maintain discipline of staff members. Promote a culture of efficiency and quality. Execute HR Performance Management. The appointee will be a member of the middle management echelon of the Department of Education and will be expected to chair disciplinary enquiries when required to do so.

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Closing Date

16 July 2026

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Requirements

·An undergraduate qualification (NQF 7/6) as recognised by SAQA in Labour Relations /Labour Law or equivalent qualifications
·Minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience in Labour Relations environment
·Competencies: Extensive knowledge of Labour laws, dispute resolution mechanisms, education legislation and policies and public service legislation and policies
·In depth knowledge of and experience in procedures for dealing with incapacity/inefficiency and employee behaviour
·Credible experience in conflict resolution and crisis intervention
·Strong interpersonal-, written and verbal communication skills
·Proven ability to communicate effectively with a broad spectrum of role players
·Excellent report writing skills
·Sound analytical and problem-solving skills
·Advanced planning, organising and project management skills

Key Duties

·Manage the Collective Bargaining Unit
·Co-ordinate, manage and monitor collective bargaining activities
·Prepare and obtain mandates for collective bargaining
·Prepare documents for collective bargaining
·To represent the employer in collective bargaining structures
·To Liaise with disputing parties with the aim of resolving disputes emanating from collective bargaining
·To handle Industrial actions according to legislation, policy and procedure
·Give direction to, co-ordinate, monitor and advise on all Labour relations related matters (procedural and policy)
·Interpret existing and newly developed policies and facilitate policy making on Labour relations matters where applicable
·Manage the development and implementation of appropriate policy, systems, management- and administrative structures for the provision and maintenance of a comprehensive Labour relations service

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