To actively manage labor relations by providing strategic advice and support to management and employees and efficiently execute HR functions in accordance with company policies to support the Finance and Administration department.

Requirement for the Position

Qualifications

• Degree in Behavioural Science/HR/Organisational Psychology or equivalent
• Two-year Human Resources generalist experience with specialization in HR administration and/or Industrial Relations

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge and understanding of Human Resources, Administration, Industrial Relations and employee wellness issues
• Knowledge of HR Policies and Procedures
• Knowledge of HR Systems and databases
• Sound knowledge of country’s labour legislation
• Excellent communication (oral and written), planning and organizational skills
• Have excellent computer skills, including the Microsoft Windows Environment
• Accuracy & strong aptitude in numeracy
• Strong conflict resolution skills
• Able to work under minimal supervision

Behavioural Attributes

• People oriented and results driven
• Attention to details
• Integrity and high level of confidentiality
• Team Player
• Initiative
• Excellent interpersonal skills

Roles and Responsibilities

1. Assist the Finance and Administration Manager in communicating and liaising with external dispute resolution bodies such as CMAC/ Department of Labour/ Industrial court, etc.
2. Assist the Finance and Administration Manager in conducting follow-ups on outstanding disputes with CMAC/ Industrial Court or any other agreed legal structures.
3. Representing JRBA-PB in external labour dispute meetings upon request by the Finance and Administration Manager and providing feedback from such meetings to relevant parties.
4. Support the Finance and Administration Manager in Developing and documenting plans for consultative meetings with staff.
5. Support the Finance and Administration Manager in Reviewing employee/Management relationships on an ongoing basis and advising accordingly.
6. Arrange disciplinary enquiries and ensure smooth running of the process.
7. Attend to employees’ grievances and ensure speedy resolution processes, in liaison with the relevant people concerned.
8. Assist in preparing job advertisements, shortlisting and arranging interviews.
9. Assist in interviewing potential candidates for lower-level positions together with relevant department heads and arranging for pre-employment medicals.
10. Ensuring safekeeping of employee records (manual and computerized), and ensure confidentiality of contents.
11.  Documenting, compiling and submit reports on all IR and HR Administration issues according to agreed style and format.
12. Assist in Evaluating the Health and Wellness Process and outcomes in terms of utilisation, quality of services provided and attainment of programme objectives.
13. Assist in Developing and implementing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and practices for Wellness Service delivery that ensures confidentiality, timely, ethical and quality service.
14. Knowing and understanding policies and procedures, helping staff on the interpretation of policies and procedures and communicating policies and procedures
15. Assisting in Ensuring submission of agreed job profiles by departmental heads.
16. Advising payroll on departed employees, changes to staff salaries and relevant benefits.
17. Ensuring payment of staff benefits in terms of policies and procedures.
18. Assumes other duties as assigned by the Finance and Administration Manager.

To apply for the position, send your cover letter, certified copy of certificate(s) and CV to the email below:

Application should be addressed to:

The Joint River Basin Authorities- Project Board

Lubovane Dam Site Offices

P.O.BOX 381,

Siphofaneni, Eswatini