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COMMISSION FOR CONCILIATION, MEDIATION AND ARBITRATION (CCMA)
 


​LEGAL RESEARCHER
National Office
Ref: LEGR09-25
Post level: 05
 
The Social Justice and Training Academy Department, in the National Office, has a vacancy for a Legal Researcher.
 
Purpose: To conduct in-depth research and analysis of the broader socio-economic context impacting on the labour market, employment trends, dispute resolution and social justice.  The primary goal is to provide accurate, comprehensive and well-supported insights to assist the Director, CCMA and Labour Market so as to inform decision making, policy development, strategic planning and enhanced labour market support.
 
Key Performance Areas:-
  • Legal and Socio-economic Research
  • Report Writing and Communication
  • Project Management and Case Support
  • Professional Development and Impact
 
Key Requirements:
  • Relevant Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in employment or labour laws.
  • A formal qualification in Research would be an added advantage.
  • A formal qualification in Project Management is preferable.
  • Minimum of three (3) years as a researcher or related capacity at a tertiary institution, NGO or in the public/private sector.
  • Proven track record in research, including published papers, on legal and socio-economic topics, uplifting relevant substance, and preparing PowerPoint Presentations.
  • Experience in using legal and socio-economic databases and other research tools
 
Training:          
  • Training in writing and editing skills.






​NOTE FOR ALL APPLICANTS:
 
Strictly apply via the link provided: https://forms.office.com/r/j3pzxsKChP
In your online application for appointment, kindly ensure that you disclose all relevant material information to assist the panel in considering your application.
 
Detailed CV, copies of qualifications, driver’s license & ID document must be uploaded. Failure to complete the online form in full or not provide relevant information will automatically disqualify your application.
 
*Only One (1) online application should be submitted.
 
No emailed or hand-delivered applications will be accepted. Non adherence to the stated procedures in applying as well as incomplete application will result in the disqualification of the application.
 
Closing date: 16 September 2025
 
N.B Incomplete and late applications will automatically be disqualified.
 
If we have not responded within a Month from the closing date, you should regard your application as unsuccessful. Correspondence will only be entered into with short-listed candidates. The CCMA reserves the right not to make an appointment. It is the intention of the CCMA to promote representivity in respect of race, gender and disability through the filling of the posts. Preference will be given to candidate from the designated groups.