Director: Employee Relations, Health and Wellness at The Department of Sports, Arts and Culture (DSAC)

REQUIREMENTS :

• Senior Certificate/Matric Certificate /Grade 12 Certificate or equivalent qualification. An undergraduate qualification (NQF Level 7) in Human Resource Management, Labour Relations, Social Studies, or a relevant field as recognised by SAQA.
• Successful completion of the Pre-entry Certificate for the Senior Management Service (SMS) as endorsed by the National School of Government (NSG).
• A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience at a middle or senior management level in employee relations, employee health and wellness programmes. A valid driver’s license is an added advantage. Strategic capability and leadership.

DUTIES :

• Oversee the implementation of Employee Health and Wellness (EHW) programmes aligned with national strategies (e.g., HIV/AIDS, TB, wellness). Provide strategic advice on employee relations and regulatory compliance in terms of LRA, BCEA, Employment Equity, and related legislation. Manage employment equity and transformation initiatives and ensure compliance with reporting requirements.
• Promote awareness and coordinate training for managers on labour relations, EE, and EHW policies and practices. Partnering with HR and Line Managers to resolve disputes, grievances and misconduct cases. Managing bargaining council processes, Labour Court matters and external legal advisors. Mitigating risk by identifying Labour Relations challenges before they escalate thereby minimizing legal risks.
• Coaching and supporting Managers and Employees on Labour Relations best practices. Spearheading policy development and continuous legislative compliance. Design, implement, and evaluate the comprehensive wellness programs that align with Departmental goals and employee needs. Conduct needs assessments and gather employee feedback to identify opportunities for wellness improvement initiatives.