REQUIRES THE SERVICES OF A HIGHLY MOTIVATED INDIVIDUAL AS A LABOUR RELATIONS ORGANISER IN THE KWAZULU-NATAL PROVINCE

Applications are invited for the position of Labour Relations Organiser. The Labour Relations Organiser will be situated in the Kwazulu-Natal Provincial Office, Pietermaritzburg.

QUALIFICATIONS
A degree / diploma in Labour Relations, or a Grade 12 certificate; plus
3-5 years experience in a labour related environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES/COMPETENCIES
Marketing of the Union and recruitment of new members;
Servicing of existing members and advising them of their rights in terms of the relevant pieces of labour legislations;
Representing and assisting members in terms of grievances, unfair labour practices and unfair dismissal disputes;
Addressing individual and collective rights and interest issues for members;
Compiling accurate records and reports of cases and meetings of the Union;
Organising and facilitating various meetings of the Union;
Basic financial knowledge in dealing with budgets and analysing of financial reports will be an advantage;
Administrative and professional support to the electorate structures of the Union;
Ability to design and implement projects/programmes in relation to the Union;
Strong organising skills;
Knowledge and experience in Trade Unions;
Sound knowledge of applicable labour legislation;
Experience and knowledge in negotiation skills;
Collective bargaining, education and training at all levels of the Union;
Ability to work independently with minimum supervision;
Ability to cope with a demanding workload, and considerable travel, which include at night and over weekends;

Requirements of the successful candidate:
? Valid Code 08 (E or EB) driver’s licence and own car essential;
? Capable of motor vehicle ownership and insurance essential;
? Computer literate and ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook essential;
? Sound knowledge of the Labour Relations Act;
? Knowledge of other labour related legislation would be an advantage;
? Public sector knowledge is a strong recommendation;
This is an itinerant post and the successful applicant will be expected to travel and sleep out from time to time.

A twelve (12) month probationary period will apply.

The selection process may include practical competency assessments.