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INDEPENDENT ELECTORAL COMMISSION (IEC)
 
Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced candidates for appointment to the following position/s in the administration of the Electoral Commission, a state institution established by Chapter 9 of the Constitution. The Electoral Commission is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer. It is the Electoral Commission’s intention to promote equity through meeting its numerical targets as contained in its approved Employment Equity Plan. Disabled persons are encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to internal applicants (permanent employees) of the Electoral Commission.
 
INTERNSHIP: HR & Training - EC (Ref Nr: PS- 02)     
Employment:  Contract        
Location:Eastern Cape  
Remuneration: Twelve (12) months contract at R7101.11 per month   
 
 
Overview
The Intern: HR will contribute towards the efficient administration and co-ordination of human resources projects in the Organization. The Intern reports to the Senior Admin Officer HR & Training.
 
Responsibilities/Duties
Key performance areas: The Intern duties will include the following: Assist in the implementation of human resources generalist practices and administrative duties, i.e. Employee Relations, Employee Wellness, Skills Development, Performance Management and Recruitment and Selection (advertisements, appointments, transfer, verification of qualifications, secretarial functions at interviews, absorptions, probationary periods, etc.) Implement conditions of services (Leave, injury on duty, long service recognition, relocation, etc.). Assist in developing training plans, collation of training reports and submission of training reports.
 
 
Requirements
Basic requirements: Applicants must be in possession of Matric / N3 certificate and a Completed tertiary qualification (Degree/ Diploma) in HRM/ LR/ Training & Development/ OD (a post-graduate qualification will be an added advantage) with no experience.  
The candidate must possess good communication skills (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills. He/ she must be computer literate with good working knowledge of MS Word and MS Excel and possess the following attributes: ability to work under pressure; be prepared to work long hours; pro-active; decisive; confident and be service driven.
 
More Information
Applications must be accompanied by a recent, updated comprehensive curriculum vitae as well as certified copies of all qualification documents and identity documents.  Failure to attach the requested documents will result in the application not being considered. Persons must not have been an intern or worked before. Persons with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.
 
NB:Applicants must be 35 years of age or below and must not have been an intern or worked before to qualify for this programme.
 
The Electoral Commission will only correspond with short-listed candidates and interviews will be conducted on a date and time specified by the Interview panel.
 
Suitably qualified candidates must forward applications to the Assistant Manager:
HR & Training, 14 Guanteume Crescent Quigney, East London or
Fax: (043) 709 4299 or
email:  HREC@elections.org.za
 
Closing date for all applications: 14 January 2019. 
 
Please take note that no applications received after the advertised closing date will be considered.
 
"Applicants who have not been contacted by 28 February 2019 must consider their applications as not being successful".
 

 
 
Please note
  • Applicants for the above position/s should not have a high party political profile.
  • Successful candidates will be required to enter into performance contracts.
  • Should applicants be in possession of a foreign qualification, it must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA).
  • All applications must include:
    • a covering letter that clearly indicates the relevant reference number of the post and your employee number (permanent employees) as it appears on your salary advice;
    • a recent, updated comprehensive curriculum vitae; and
    • certified copies of all qualification documents and identity documents.
  • Failure to attach the relevant reference number and to submit the requested documents will result in the application not being considered.
  • Please note that recommended candidates will undergo risk assessments, including inter alia the verification of curricula vitae, all qualifications, criminal and credit assessments and appointments will only be made upon positive verification thereof.
  • All appointments are subject to a probation period of twelve months.
  • The Electoral Commission will only correspond with short-listed candidates.
  • The Electoral Commission is under no obligation to fill the position/s and reserves the right not to make any appointment in the above post/s. Although advertised, positions may thus either be withdrawn, re-advertised or filled by way of transfer or deployment, should it be considered in the interest of service delivery.