COMMISSION FOR CONCILIATION, MEDIATION AND ARBITRATION (CCMA) VACANCIES

​NATIONAL SENIOR COMMISSIONER: SOCIAL JUSTICE AND TRAINING ACADEMY
National Office
Ref: NSCSJTA08-25
Post level: 02
The Social Justice and Training Academy Department, in the National Office, has a vacancy for a National Senior Commissioner: Social Justice and Training Academy.
 
Purpose: Devise and employ cutting edge research and business intelligence methodologies to maximise capacity building and enhance organisational operational excellence by building the capacity of internal CCMA staff (Commissioners, Independent Contractors, Support Staff etc.), as well as proactively play a central role in the mitigation and prevention of disputes in the labour market, in order to ensure that social justice is adequately served and as few disputes as possible reach the CCMA. Lead the development and implementation of social justice strategies, programs and initiatives, and advocate for policy changes and raise awareness of social justice issues. Drive the commercialisation of training-related Intellectual Property (IP) through the establishment of strong connections and joint projects with stakeholders, as well as exploring different avenues for the commercialisation of the IP. 
 
Key Performance Areas:-

• Strategic Planning and Policy Formulation
• Strategic Objectives and Departmental Operational Plan Management i.r.o. Dispute Prevention, Training and Outreach Programmes
• Special Projects
• Manage Financial and Risk Management
• People Management
• Communication
• Reporting

 
Key Requirements:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Labour Studies or Social Sciences or Employment Laws.
• At least 8 years’ experience in a Labour Relations environment / Labour Law.
• 3 years must be in a management position, preferably in senior management.
• A strong understanding of social justice principles and practices as well as proven experience in social justice advocacy and program management will be a distinct advantage.
• Experience as a Commissioner will also be an advantage.

NOTE FOR ALL APPLICANTS:
 
Strictly apply via the link provided: https://forms.office.com/r/BD7a4AjZBW
 
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: 27 August 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.
 
People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.