MANAGER: HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT

KOUGA MUNICIPALITY (EC 108)

REFERENCE NO: 1/2023

VACANCY

Kouga Municipality, an equal opportunity employer which subscribes to the principle of affirmative action, encourages applicants from the designated groups to apply for the following vacancy:

            MANAGER: HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT

REQUIREMENTS:

• Relevant NQF Level 7 qualification;
• 5 years’ relevant experience;
• Code B driving license;
• Sound knowledge of research and analytical theories and practices;
• Excellent knowledge of Human Resource Procedures and Policies;
• Fully conversant with all Labour Legislation and Local Government Bargaining Council Collective Agreements;
• Excellent report writing and presentation skills;
• High level computer Literacy: Office Applications;
• Excellent negotiating ,communication skills & Conflict management skills;
• Must be able to speak, read and write in at least two of the official languages in Kouga Municipality (Afrikaans, English, and

Xhosa).

SPECIAL CONDITIONS:

SALARY:                                                  R712 603.07 – R925 008.01 Per Annum (Excluding vehicle allowance)

TASK:                                                       17

DUTIES:

• Researches and develops strategic and short and medium-term plans for the Human Resources functionality;
• Formulates immediate and short term result indicators to address critical human resource needs and interventions for key functional areas within the organisation in accordance with statutory legislation (e.g. Employment Equity, Labour Relations, Recruitment & Selection, Organizational Development and Employee Assistance, Organizational Structure, etc).
• Prepares and submits capital/ operating estimates and controls expenditure against the approved budget allocations;
• Manages and controls organization change and development through the formulation of specific policies and procedures and forwards/ presents to the Director and/ or Councils Committees;
• Managing healthy employment relations and duties between the employees, organised labour as well as ensuring that Kouga Local Municipality adheres to the Legal prescripts.
• Managing and controlling employee disputes and resolution.
• Manages and controls procedures and processes associated with maintaining employee relations and industrial peace.
• Attending to and participating in complex conciliation and arbitration proceedings, including briefing the Deputy Municipal Manager or appointed attorney and implementing actions or awards accordingly.
• Manages key results indicators and outcomes pertaining to recruitment and selection criteria;
• Participating in the interview process for designated levels (senior and specialist staffing) and/ or providing information to the panel on the requirements and application of specific Human Resources policies and procedures.
• Planning immediate and short-term result indicators to address progress and recommend interventions in accordance with statutory legislation.
• Reviewing the Workplace Skills Plan and in conjunction with the Local Government Sector Education and Training Authority (LGSETA), establishes and confirms the status of levies and grants and reports on progress in achieving short to medium term objectives.
• Directing the procedural and operational dimensions of selecting, coordinating and providing training to employees and monitors impact on organizational efficiency and, progress towards self-development and growth within the organization.
• Manages sequences associated with establishing the Employee Wellness capacity of the municipality;
• Oversee the implementation of the occupational health and safety;
• Monitoring establishment records on the Human Resources database and seeks clarity/ supporting documentation on amendments effected by Human Resources personnel.
• Manages and controls the Key Performance Indicator’s and outcomes of personnel within the Human Resources Section
• Implements Human Resources Management & Employee Relations communication strategies aimed at creating awareness and/ or seeking acknowledgement

BENEFITS:                                                  As per standard conditions of service.

Applicants must submit a formal application form and a comprehensive CV, copies of qualifications, identity document and drivers license. Applications must be submitted electronically as one PDF document to mrossouw@kouga.gov.za. Application forms can be obtained from the Municipal website, www.kouga.gov.za and must reach the Acting Director: Corporate & Digital Services on or before Tuesday, 17 January 2023 at 12:00.

For any enquiries contact Ms. M Rossouw: 042 2002 200.

Disqualification:

Please note that the following can lead to disqualification:

1. Canvassing of councillors.
2. Submission of fraudulent qualifications and/ or documents.

NB: Please note that shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a vetting process. By applying for this position, the candidates agree to background checks being performed.

The Municipality reserves the right not to make an appointment.

Preference will be given to applicants residing within the Kouga area of jurisdiction.

Should you not hear from us within 30 days of closing date, kindly regard your application as being unsuccessful.

MR. C DU PLESSIS                                                                                P. O. BOX 21                                      

MUNICIPAL MANAGER                                                                        JEFFREYS BAY

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