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EDUCATION LABOUR RELATIONS COUNCIL (ELRC)
 
The Education Labour Relations Council (ELRC) is a statutory council, established in terms of Section 37 of the Labour Relations Act, No 66 of 1995 as amended. It operates in the Public Education Sector, providing services to the Department of Basic Education, Trade Unions and educators in the interest of the South African Public. 
 
The ELRC’s primary objective is to: • Promote and maintain labour peace in education • Prevent and resolve labour disputes in education • Promote collective bargaining in relation to matters of mutual interest. 
 


​The Education Labour Relations Council (ELRC) wishes to fill the vacancy of: 
 
SENIOR MANAGER: CBS 
(Ref. ELRC/CBS/SM) 
All-inclusive remuneration package of R1 520 530 per annum 
Non-Negotiable
(Grade DU) 
This position will be reporting to the Accounting Officer 
 
REQUIREMENTS OF THE POST: 
  • Honours Degree in Labour Law or equivalent (NQF level 8) 
  • A Master’s degree in Labour Law will be an added advantage (NQF level 9) 
  • 8– 10 years Labour Law experience with at least 5-7 years’ experience at middle management level. 
  • Certified ID Copy 
 
COMPETENCIES, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS 
●Sound knowledge of collective management ●Sound knowledge of dispute management ●Knowledge and understanding of the Education sector ● Knowledge of LRA and be familiar with the King IV reporting ●Good knowledge and understanding of relevant policies and legislations ●Good knowledge and understanding of institutional governance systems, performance management and the operations of Council ●Ability to promote strategic planning and innovative leadership ● Understanding of Financial Management ● Operational Planning ● Human Resources Management ● Risk Management ● Analytical Skills ●Communication skills ●Interpersonal skills ●Reporting writing skills ●Management skills ● Planning skills ● People Management skills ● Attention to detail ● Integrity ●Assertiveness ● Professionalism. 
 
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS 
STRATEGIC PLANNING 
  • Developing the strategic and performance objectives of the CBS department. 
  • In year monitoring of the strategic and performance objectives of CBS. 
  • Prepare the annual budget and review the mid-year budget for the CBS department. 
  • Managing the strategic interface between the programs of the Council, its Task Teams and Chambers.
  • Setting objectives and allocation of workload to the staff. 
  • Development and monitoring of Policies and Procedures related to CBS 
 
COLLECTIVE BARGAINING SERVICES 
Labour Management Partnership 
  • Assist the Program Director with Labour Management Projects by participating in the provincial meetings with the provincial managers 
  • Assist the Program Director with the implementation of the Labour Management Partnership program 
  • Ensure that the tasks assigned to the Provincial Managers are executed accordingly. 
  • Assist the Program Director in preparing reports for the Accounting Officer after completing each program. 
  • Assist the Program Director to initiate and setting goals for programs according to the strategic objectives of the organization. 
  • Assist the Program Director with the implementation, management, supervision, follow-up, networking, coordination, and evaluation of all the organisation’s programs in line with the policies of the organisation. 
 
Operational Planning 
  • Managing the processes related to the monitoring and reporting on the status and implementation of all ELRC collective agreements. 
  • Managing the operations and programmes of all nine Chambers. 
  • Editing reports and minutes of meetings held for CBS department. 
  • Review the committee work procedures. 
  • Providing secretariat support for meetings. 
  • Controlling non-routine correspondence dealing with negotiations, support services, Educators, or Parties. 
  • Review correspondence handled by subordinates. 
  • Managing special projects of the Council. 
  • Review of the Quarterly and Annual Reports 
  • Monitor compliance with the committee work procedure. 
  • Lead the development and implementation of collective bargaining strategies and frameworks. 
  • Facilitate and support multi-stakeholder negotiation processes in line with applicable labour legislation and organizational policies. 
  • Provide expert advice on labour relations and collective agreements to management and stakeholders. 
  • Coordinate dispute resolution processes and monitor compliance with collective agreements.
  • Develop strategic plans to enhance stakeholder engagement and labour peace. 
 
FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT 
  • Lead the planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting processes in line with organizational objectives 
  • Ensure sound financial governance and compliance with relevant legislation 
  • Monitor financial performance and provide accurate financial insight to the Accounting Officer. 
  • Monitor and approve departmental claims/invoices. 
 
RISK MANAGEMENT 
  • Develop, implement, and maintain an Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) framework in line with applicable regulatory standards. 
  • Identify and assess strategic, operational, and emerging risks and develop appropriate mitigation plans. 
  • Monitor risk indicators, trends, and incidents, and report findings to Internal Audit. 
  • Work collaboratively with Internal Audit to ensure a coordinated approach to governance. 
 
HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT 
  • Provide strategic leadership and direction on all HR matters. 
  • Managing the performance of the subordinates and assessing their performance in accordance with the organizational policies. 
  • Supervising CBS staff (national & provincial). 
  • Conducting all HR related work (discipline, grievance handling, dispute resolution, performance assessment, coaching, mentoring, time and attendance, and training & development). 
  • Providing assistance to staff in identifying and solving problems. 
  • The successful candidate will be required to enter into a Performance Contract with the Accounting Officer on an annual basis.




​Interested candidates must forward certified copies of their qualifications with a detailed Curriculum Vitae, marked “Confidential” for the attention of the HR Department via post to Private Bag X126, Centurion 0046 or hand delivery at 261 West Avenue, ELRC Building, Centurion, or via e-mail at recruitment.hr@elrc.co.za
 
Please note that the maximum e-mail size should not exceed 5MB. 
 
Enquiries can be directed to Mr Nkanyiso Mhlungu on (012) 663-7446. 
 
The closing date for receipt of applications is 25 July 2025 at 16:00 
 
The ELRC is an employer committed to employment equity and, as such, women and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. 
 
The Council reserves the right not to make an appointment. If you have not heard from the ELRC within 30 days of the closing date, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.