Senior Manager: Employee Relations, Health and Wellness at Border Management Authority

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS, KNOWLEDGE AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Labour Relations/ Labour Law Organizational Psychology, or any relevant qualification at NQF level 7 as recognised by SAQA. An NQF level 8 and above qualification will be an added advantage. 

Minimum Experience

• 8 years’ experience in employee relations, of which 4 years should be in a managerial or leadership role. Proven experience in developing and implementing health and wellness programs.

Knowledge

• Strong knowledge of employment laws and regulations. Knowledge of integrated Employee Health and Wellness strategic framework. Understanding of Wellness Management including psychosocial, physical, and organisational wellness. Understanding of HIV/AIDS and TB Management. Understanding Safety Health Environment Risk Quality Management including processes of COIDA. In-depth knowledge in conducting counselling. Understanding of special programmes such as Gender and Disability. Knowledge and understanding of research methods.
• Knowledge and understanding of the application of Public Service legislative framework (PSA, PFMA, LRA, PSR etc. Knowledge and understanding of bargaining process and dispute resolutions. Basic knowledge of Health and Wellness policies, processes and systems. Border Management Authority Act, 2020.  

Other requirements 

• May be required to work overtime.
• Valid driver’s License

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS, KNOWLEDGE AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

Responsibilities/Duties 

The candidate will be expected to:- 

• Work closely with executive leadership to develop and implement strategic plans that align with the organization's goals and objectives. Oversee employee relations activities, including conflict resolution, disciplinary actions, and grievance procedures. Provide guidance and coaching to managers and employees on employee relations matters, ensuring fair and consistent application of policies.
• Develop and implement comprehensive health and wellness programs that promote physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and deliver wellness initiatives, such as fitness programs, stress management workshops, and mental health support services.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of wellness programs through data analysis, employee feedback, and participation rates, and make recommendations for improvement. Facilitate and oversee the development and monitoring of policies, standard operating procedures, systems and controls. Lead the conceptualising of the unit’s risk register. Cultivate strategic partnerships and collaborations with relevant institutions.
• Provide advocacy on matters related to Employee Relations, Health and Wellness to empower the BMA stakeholders to make informed decisions. Develop and management of the budget of the Division by ensuring financial stability within the Division. Build and lead an effective and cohesive team through the effective management of departmental resources.