DEPUTY DIRECTOR: LABOUR RELATIONS IMPROVEMENT
Salary
R896 436 per annum (Level 11), (all-inclusive remuneration package). The package includes a basic salary (70%/75% of package), State’s contribution to the Government Employees Pension Fund (13% of basic salary) and a flexible portion of 30%/25% that may be structured in terms of applicable rules. The successful candidate will be required to enter into a performance agreement within three months after assumption of duty.
Closing Date
19 Dec 2025
in 3 days
Reference
45/184
DD/LRI/FS/12/2025
Requirements
A recognized three-year Bachelor’s degree/Diploma (NQF level 7) in Labour Relations/Labour Law/Law. 3-5 years’ experience in Labour Relations, grievance resolution, legal interpretation and investigation research at supervisory/ASD level. Knowledge of handling Public Management, Administration and Human Resource Practices and Financial Management. Knowledge of the Public Service Act, Public Service Commission Act, Senior Management Service Handbook, Performance Management and Development System and other related Public Service prescripts; experience in project management, research and monitoring; experience in case management. Knowledge and understanding of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, 1996, and its application towards effective public service delivery. An understanding of how this post supports the role of the Public Service Commission (PSC) regarding the CVP’s. Computer skills in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook). Excellent report writing, interpersonal skills; verbal communication; and presentation skills. Commitment to working under sustained pressure and be self-motivated, results orientated and show initiative. Ability to work independently and in matrix teams. Knowledge of people management. Possesses a valid driver’s license (with the exception to people with disabilities) and be willing to travel extensively and ability to relate well with all levels of stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
Investigate grievances through evaluation, research, analysis and draft investigative reports. Present grievance reports to the Commission; attend and provide support to the work related to the management and grievance reports and outcomes. Monitor the implementation of PSC recommendations. Manage the grievances management system, database and SharePoint. Manage Labour Relations projects, conduct research and draft articles. Conduct Labour Relations research projects in the Departments. Conduct Labour Relations promotional events or the Commission’s work in general.
Enquiries
Mr S Mlisana Tel No: (051) 448-8696
Published in PSV Circular 45/2025 on December 5th, 2025