OUR CLIENT REQUIRES THE SERVICES OF A HIGHLY MOTIVATED INDIVIDUAL AS A LABOUR RELATIONS ORGANISER IN THE WESTERN CAPE PROVINCE

Applications are invited for the position of Labour Relations Organiser. The Labour Relations Organiser will be situated in the Western Cape Provincial Office, Goodwood.

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.