Senior Employee Relations Officer (Groen Sebenza)

The South African National Biodiversity Institute is looking for a highly motivated, efficient, and enthusiastic person to assist to manage and coordinate employee relations within SANBI and ensure that legislation, policies and procedures are understood, adhere to and applied consistently and timeously by all employees.

This position requires an advance diploma or a degree in Employee Relations, Human Resources Management or equivalent qualification at NQF 7. A postgraduate qualification in Employee Relations, Human Resources Management will be an added advantage. This position also requires a minimum of 4 years of work experience in the relevant field of Employee Relations, Human Resources Management.

The following competencies are required for the candidate to be successful in this position: in-depth understanding of employee relations policies, procedures, practices, processes, systems and frameworks; extensive knowledge, experience and understanding of corporate governance, compliance, risk, procurement, financial management and human resources policies, procedures, practices, processes, systems and frameworks; excellent project management skills; ability to with work diverse team whilst being quality, cost, health and safety conscious; excellent communication (both verbal and written) and interpersonal skills; excellent computer literacy and experience in the application of software tools including (Ms Word, MS Project, PowerPoint, Excel, Internet and Outlook). The possession of a valid driver’s licence with at least one-year practical driving experience and a willingness to travel is essential.

Key performance responsibilities include:

• Assist in the development and implementation human resource management strategy;
• Assist to coordinate and handle employee relations matters;
• Assist in the implementation of Employee Relations policies, procedures, processes, practices, systems and frameworks; and
• Assist in facilitating, coordinating and implementing SANBI’s employment equity.

Application procedure:

1) An application form must accompany the CV together with a letter motivating why the applicant should be favourably considered for this position, and certified qualifications confirming that the minimum qualifications are met (applicants lacking evidence of meeting minimum qualifications and relevant experience will not be considered).

2) A competency test will be conducted as part of the selection process.

3) Applicants must also provide the full names, addresses and telephone numbers and if possible e-mail addresses of at least three referees.

4) Failure to submit the requested information and reference number shall result in your application not being considered.

Personal Information will be processed by SANBI for purposes of assessing your suitability for the advertised position. SANBI may also share your personal information including special personal information with service providers or third parties, both within the Republic of South Africa and in other jurisdictions, to carry out verification of qualifications and other necessary documents, background and reference checks, competency assessment tests, and criminal record checks. In this regard, by virtue of your application, you acknowledge that SANBI’s authorized verification agent(s) and service providers will access your personal information including special personal information to conduct background screening, verification of qualifications and other necessary documents, reference checks, competency assessment tests, and criminal record checks. For more information, kindly refer to SANBI’s website.

Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. SANBI reserves the right not to fill this position. All applications will be considered with the understanding that, in terms of the SANBI Employment Equity Plan, preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups.

Contact Mr Senzo Mshengu on Tel: +27 (0)12 843 5216 for any queries for purposes of clarity. Applications consisting of the completed application form, motivation letter, a concise CV, and certified qualifications are to be submitted via an e-mail to recruitmentpta@sanbi.org.za

Postal applications are to be addressed to:

Deputy Director: Human Resources
South African National Biodiversity Institute
Private Bag x101
Silverton
0184

Candidates are expected to be available for selection interviews on a date and time as determined by SANBI. If no response has been received within 30 days of the closing date, candidates must consider their applications unsuccessful.