Assistant Director: Labour Relations X1
Job Details
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Position Title: Assistant Director: Labour Relations
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Reference Number: RECRUIT 2026/27
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Organisation: National Prosecuting Authority (NPA)
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Programme: Strategy, Operations and Compliance: HRM & D – Labour Relations
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Centre: Bloemfontein
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Salary: R582 444 per annum (Level 10), excluding benefits
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Employment Type: Permanent (implied)
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Enquiries: Ronnie Pather – Tel: (012) 845 6186
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Applications Email: Recruit202627@npa.gov.za
Job Overview
The Assistant Director: Labour Relations is responsible for managing and supporting labour relations matters within the NPA. The role focuses on dispute resolution, disciplinary and grievance management, collective bargaining, and ensuring compliance with labour legislation. The successful candidate will represent the NPA in formal labour processes and provide professional advice to management to promote sound employment relations and minimise labour disputes.
Job Description
Key Duties and Responsibilities
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Represent the NPA in disciplinary hearings, conciliations, mediations, and arbitration proceedings
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Provide support to legal counsel representing the NPA in external labour disputes
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Facilitate the resolution of employee grievances and conduct investigations where required
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Manage and facilitate disciplinary processes, including investigations
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Proactively implement mechanisms to minimise labour disputes and promote healthy employment relations
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Participate in collective bargaining processes and support the implementation of collective agreements
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Prepare labour-related documentation and provide professional opinions on labour matters
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Ensure compliance with grievance and disciplinary policies and procedures
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Conduct research and provide advice on labour relations legislation and regulatory frameworks
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Advise management on labour relations best practices and legal compliance
Requirements
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Appropriate B Degree (NQF Level 7) or Three-year Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Labour Relations or equivalent
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Studying towards an LLB Degree will be an added advantage
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Minimum of 3 years’ experience in Labour Relations
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Experience in conciliations, mediations, and arbitration proceedings
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Proven experience handling grievances, disciplinary hearings, and complaints
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Strong dispute resolution skills
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Sound knowledge of labour relations legislation and regulatory frameworks
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Ability to act independently, professionally, and with accountability and credibility
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Valid driver’s licence


