To play a pivotal role in providing strategic leadership, guidance and a support function to the Country Head of People and Culture and teams in the realm of Employee Relations (ER). Responsible for overseeing the efficient management of ER matters, ensuring compliance with labour legislation and basic conditions of employment and union related requirements. To drive the success of the ER unit by ensuring the seamless execution of employee relation processes, procedures, functions etc. To enable a positive workforce experience, by solutioning to address requirements. To partner with relevant stakeholders to understand business needs and deliver data-driven insights, pertinent to the Organizational Effectiveness for decision making. To understand strategy and shifts in leadership practice, implementing end-to-end solutions, prioritising and ensuring alignment of initiatives implemented, to address needs.
Skill development programs
Qualifications
Type of Qualification: First Graduate Degree
Field of Study: Human Resources, Legal, Social Sciences, Business Studies
Experience Required
Employee Relations
People & Culture
5-7 years
Demonstrate ER experience at management level in the handling of grievances, disciplinary matters, drafting and reviewing of employment contracts and collective agreements. A further qualification in conciliation and arbitration will be an added advantage. Handle negotiations and consultations in a unionised environment. Experience in a multi-national environment covering at least two (2) African countries will be an added advantage.
Additional Information
Behavioural Competencies:
Challenging Ideas
Convincing People
Documenting Facts
Establishing Rapport
Examining Information
Following Procedures
Interpreting Data
Providing Insights
Resolving Conflict
Showing Composure
Taking Action
Team Working
Skill development programs
Technical Competencies:
Dispute Resolution
Employee Advocacy
Employee Relations, Health & Wellness
Legal Advisory & Interpretation
Legal Compliance (P&C)
Legal Knowledge
