Specialist: Employment Standards x1
Job Details
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Job Title: Specialist: Employment Standards
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Reference Number: HR4/4/8/970
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Salary: R1 059 105 per annum (all-inclusive)
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Location: Bloemfontein (Provincial Office)
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Centre: Provincial Office, Free State
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Sector: Government / Labour
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Application Methods: Post, hand delivery, or email
Overview
The Specialist: Employment Standards is a senior management position responsible for overseeing the implementation and enforcement of employment standards within the Free State.
The role involves policy development, inspection, advocacy, stakeholder engagement, and management of resources within the Sub-directorate.
Job Description
This position manages the Employment Standards Inspection Strategy, ensures compliance with employment laws, monitors policy implementation, and conducts educational and advocacy programmes for internal and external stakeholders.
It also oversees human, financial, and asset resources of the Sub-directorate.
Key Responsibilities
Policy & Strategy
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Develop and monitor policy and work plans to ensure harmonious employer-employee relationships
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Implement Employment Standards Inspection Strategy and procedures
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Convert policy into actionable processes
Stakeholder Engagement & Advocacy
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Conduct advocacy and educational programmes
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Engage with internal and external stakeholders on employment standards
Resource Management
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Manage human, financial, and physical resources within the Sub-directorate
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Ensure effective allocation and utilisation of resources
Compliance & Inspection
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Inspect and enforce compliance with employment laws
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Ensure policies and regulations are adhered to within relevant sectors
Minimum Requirements
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Qualification at NQF Level 6 or higher (SAQA recognised) in:
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B-Proc / B-Juris / Labour Relations / BCom Law / BA Law / LLB
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5 years functional experience:
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2 years at Assistant Director level
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3 years in inspection/enforcement of employment laws
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Valid driver’s license
Skills & Knowledge
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Public Service regulations, corporate governance, Batho Pele principles
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Policy implementation and translation into actionable plans
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Facilitation, planning, organisation, time management
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Computer literacy, report writing, presentation skills
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Negotiation, interviewing, listening, analytical research, problem-solving
Key Competencies
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Leadership and strategic thinking
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
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Effective stakeholder engagement and communication
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Project management and organisational skills
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Integrity, professionalism, and decision-making
Enquiries
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Contact: Mr M Luxande
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Phone: 051 505 6324
How to Apply
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Post: Chief Director: Provincial Operations, Private Bag X522, Bloemfontein, 9300
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Hand Delivery: Laboria House, 43 Charlotte Maxeke Street, Bloemfontein
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Email: jobs-fs5@labour.gov.za
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Attention: Sub-directorate: Human Resources Operations, Free State