Managing Commissioner

Motor Industry Bargaining Council

KwaZulu-Natal
Permanent
Full-time

19 days ago

The Dispute Resolution Centre of the Motor Industry Bargaining Council (“DRC”) is an independent Dispute Resolution Body accredited by the CCMA to resolve Labour disputes that fall within the scope of activity of the Retail Motor Sector. The DRC has offices staffed by permanent Managing Commissioners in Randburg, Pretoria, Pinetown, and Cape Town. The position advertised herein is at the Kwazulu-Natal office of the DRC. The successful applicant must, however, be prepared to travel to other provinces if and when required to do so.Purpose of the position: Responsible for overseeing the Dispute Resolution Function of the DRC in the KwaZulu Natal Region that includes the management of staff and Part-time Commissioners and administration in respect of various service providers to support the operations of the DRC.Major responsibilities / accountabilities

Effectively manage the Kwazulu Natal office of the DRC within the budgetary parameters as set by the DRC Director
Manage the Kwazulu Natal office in line with the strategic objectives of the Motor Industry Bargaining Council, policies, and procedures
Maintain the DRC’s position as a high-performing dispute resolution body that services the needs and interests of parties within the Industry.
Conduct Conciliation and Arbitrations
Attend to requests for postponement and interlocutory applications.
Oversee all S143 Applications and Reviews
Provide ad hoc training, guidance and support to DRC Staff and stakeholders
Respond to complaints and queries
Ensure adequate capacity to attend to DRC processes

Requirements / Experience

CCMA accreditation is a paramount requirement
Post-graduate qualification in Labour Law and relevant HR or IR experience.
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in managing disputes within a Bargaining Council or CCMA
High-level knowledge of Labour Court processes and procedures
Previous people management experience
Basic Microsoft Office skills
Basic knowledge of the MIBCO Collective Agreements will be an advantage
Working knowledge of the CCMA Case Management System would be an advantage
Strong work ethic
Ability to consistently meet performance targets
Valid Driver’s License
Admission as an attorney/ advocate would be an advantage

Skills / Competencies

Proven track record as Conciliator and Arbitrator
Thorough understanding and knowledge of Employment Law including knowledge of the various Labour Relations Statutes
Attention to detail
Integrity and honesty
Above Average planning and organizational skills
Above average verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work independently and use initiative along with problem solving abilities
Ability to build strong effective relationships with all stakeholders, i.e., existing, and prospective stakeholders as well as internal stakeholders, i.e., colleagues and management
Must have good interpersonal and high-level decision-making skills
Sound Financial management
Must have change management and transformation skills

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