Employee Relations Specialist (Cape Town) at Democratic Alliance

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Investigating, preparing and initiating all disciplinary and incapacity cases
• Mediating grievances
• Representing the Party at the CCMA
• Ensuring HR policies are reviewed and updated, as required
• Providing competent advice to management and staff regarding employee relations matters
• Completing all employee relations administrative processes

Prospective applicants must meet the following requirements:

• National Senior Certificate or equivalent
• Relevant tertiary qualification
• 5 years of experience or exposure to the labour relations environment

Extensive experience:

• in investigating misconduct
• in drafting investigation reports dealing with complex subject matter
• in initiating disciplinary enquiries
• in grievance mediation techniques and procedures
• and knowledge of CCMA rules, processes and hearings

Experience in

• managing and/or supporting retrenchment processes
• handling incapacity matters

Experience in the preparation and submission of Employment Equity report(s)

• Experience in training staff and line management on labour relations matters and policy, advantageous
• In depth knowledge of South African Labour Relations Act, Basic Conditions of Employment Act, Employment Equity Act and any other relevant legislation.
• Excellent computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Zoom, Smartsheet or similar application)
• Excellent report writing skills
• Excellent administrative skills, organisational abilities, and meticulous attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to manage internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to process and understand complex and technical information
• Ability to apply sound judgement
• Ability to use initiative in high pressure situations
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to manage several tasks with competing levels of priority 
• Commitment to the principles, policies, and programme of action of the Democratic Alliance
• Ability to work effectively and energetically around a demanding work schedule, including working irregular hours on a frequent basis
• Knowledge and understanding of the South African political landscape
• Applicants must be in possession of a valid driver’s licence and have access to an insured vehicle for occasional use