Applications are invited for the position of Labour Relations Organiser. The Labour Relations Organiser will be situated in the Gauteng Provincial Office, Randburg.

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 organisation and recruitment of new members;
Servicing of existing members and advising them of their rights in terms of the relevant labour legislations;
Representing and assisting members in terms of grievances, unfair labour practices and unfair dismissals 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 of various unions meetings;
Ability to cope with a demanding workload and considerable travel, which include at night and over weekends;
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 organisation;
Ability to work independently with minimum supervision;
Excellent organisational skills;
Knowledge and experience in trade unions;
Sound knowledge of applicable labour legislation;
Dealing with grievances and disputes;
Experience and knowledge in negotiating skills;
Collective bargaining, education and training at all levels of the organisation;

Requirements of the successful candidate:

• Valid driver’s licence and own car essential.
• Capable of motor vehicle ownership and insurance essential.
• Computer literate.
• 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 sleep out from time to time.

A twelve month probationary period will apply.

Interested persons should forward their applications to the advertised email address