SOUTH AFRICAN HEALTH PRODUCTS REGULATORY AUTHORITY (SAHPRA) VACANCIES

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LABOUR RELATIONS SPECIALIST 
Ref No.: SAHPRA 017/2023 
SALARY LEVEL: 11 (R788 910) 
CENTRE: Pretoria 
 
REQUIREMENTS:
• Appropriate Tertiary qualification, bachelor’s degree or National Diploma in Labour Law, Human Resources or related field with at least 5 years relevant experience preferably in the public sector. 
• Proven track record in an Employee Relations / Industrial Relations role. 
• Labour Relations Specialist experience corporate labour relations and CCMA / Bargaining Council representation. Demonstrated knowledge of employment and labour laws. 
• Knowledge of and ability to interpret Human Resources Management Framework with specific reference to labour relations. 
 
CORE COMPETENCIES AND TECHNICAL PROFICIENCIES: *Knowledge and understanding of the Public Finance Management Act and labour legislation, including proven experience in application thereof; *Ability to work under stress and to meet tight deadlines; *Analytical and problem-solving skills; *Verbal and written communication skills; *Ability to work independently without guidance, and in a team; *Resilience; *Communication skills (verbal, written, negotiation, conflict management, presentation); *Interpersonal skills; *Ethical behaviour; *Customer service; *Planning and organising skills; *Negotiation skills. 
 
DUTIES:
LABOUR RELATIONS ADVICE AND TRAINING 
• Develop SAHPRA’s Labour Relations guidelines and procedure as guided by legislation. 
• Guide, coach and train line managers and employees on disciplinary, grievances and performance management processes.
• Guide and advice line managers on disciplinary hearings, internal grievances, incapacities processes and mediation to ensure disputes are resolved in line with legislative requirements as well adherence with internal SAHPRA policies and procedures. 
• Labour Relations training sessions and workshops for Line Management by conducting labour law updates for the SAHPRA to keep the business abreast of latest case law and juris-prudence and by assisting in the formulation and execution of approved Labour Relations programmes, policies, related training and support programmes to ensure to up skill line management on effective management of Labour Relations matters for the SAHPRA. 
 
STAKEHOLDER / RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT 
• Create sustainable relationships with key stakeholders in collaboration with the HR TEAM and maintain a good working relationship with the Labour Leadership and Senior Managers within SAHPRA, by actively driving and chairing Consultative Forums and SAHPRA leadership engagements 
• Lead the annual substantive negotiations with Organized Labour as per the Public Health and Social Development Sectoral Bargaining Council (PHSDSBC) and by representing the SAHPRA at Labour Related engagements to ensure that recognition agreements are aligned with business strategy and amended where applicable. 
• Facilitates and monitors the establishment of relevant internal labour committees
 
DISPUTE RESOLUTION and LABOUR RELATIONS STRATEGIC PROJECTS 
• Lead and drive the preparation for CCMA Arbitrations / Corn Arbs and Labour Court Case processes by representing SAHPRA in dispute mediation within the area of responsibility through participation in evidence investigative processes with line management, Forensics and other key stakeholders to the dispute to ensure disputes are resolved in line with legislative requirements. 
• Lead and drive the delivery of Labour Relations projects and strategic initiatives and assist in the implementation of appropriate action plans in conjunction with the HR Team, line management and other relevant stakeholders to ensure delivery in line with business and legislative requirements while establishing adequate Labour Relations emergency plans to mitigate potential ER/IR risks. 
• Ensure SAHPRA is compliant with employment laws 
 
INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS: All applications must: 
• Be submitted with a covering letter clearly reflecting the name of the position and post reference number, be signed, accompanied by a comprehensive CV, the names of 3 referees and recently certified copies of ID and qualification/s. 
• Applications without the aforementioned will not be considered. Should you be in possession of a foreign qualification, it must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). 
 
• A separate application must be completed for each post. SAHPRA will not be liable where applicants use incorrect or no reference number on their applications. 
 
• Applications must be submitted by email to recruitment@sahpra.org.za, including the required certified documentation as indicated. DO NOT MAKE ENQUIRIES TO THIS ADDRESS. 
 
• No late or faxed applications will be accepted. CV’s will not be returned. Applications, which are received after the closing date, will not be considered.
• Further communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates. If you have not received a response from SAHPRA within 3 months of the closing date, please consider your application as unsuccessful. 
• It will be expected of candidates to be available for selection interviews on a date, time and place as determined by SAHPRA. 
 
Applicants must note that further checks will be conducted once they are shortlisted and that their appointment is subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, qualification verification, criminal records, credit records, citizenship status and previous employment. 
SAHPRA is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply and an indication in this regard will be appreciated. SAHPRA reserves the right to fill or not to fill the vacant post/s. 
 
Enquiries: Email: Matshepo.mokotong@sahpra.org.za (DO NOT SEND APPLICATIONS TO THIS EMAIL ADDRESS). 
 
CLOSING DATE: 24 April 2023 at 16H00.



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HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER 
Ref No.: SAHPRA 016/2023 
SALARY LEVEL: 13 
CENTRE: Pretoria 
 
REQUIREMENTS: *A Postgraduate Degree in Human Resources Management / Industrial Psychology or equivalent, at least Eight (8) years’ experience as an HR Generalist in a human resources environment, with 5 years management experience. *Registration with the SABPP will be an added advantage. 
 
CORE COMPETENCIES AND TECHNICAL PROFICIENCIES: *Knowledge and understanding of the Public Finance Management Act and labour legislation, including proven experience in application thereof; *A good interpersonal skill at all levels in the organisation (with superiors, peers, and subordinates in any); *Leadership and people management skills; *Ability to work under stress and to meet tight deadlines; *Adequate knowledge of SAHPRA governance systems both internally and externally; *Analytical and problem-solving skills; *Verbal and written communication skills; *Conceptual thinking skills; *Ability to work independently without guidance, and in a team; *Knowledge of various recruitment and selection methods; *Knowledge and experience of using technology to drive effective recruitment interventions; *Basic financial skills (pension fund and medical aid administration); *Organisational awareness and understanding of structure; *Knowledge of MS Office; *Computer skills; *Objectivity; *Resilience; *Communication skills (verbal, written, negotiation, conflict management, presentation); *Interpersonal skills; *Assertiveness; *Ethical behaviour; *Customer service; *Planning and organising skills; *Team management.
 
DUTIES:
HR REPORTING AND GOVERNANCE 
• To ensure compliance, good governance, and HR best practices by designing and implementing HR policies, processes, systems, guidelines, and audits to support the organization. 
• Oversees the Development and the functioning of internal HR committees/ forums as legislated (Employment Equity, Skills Development, Labour forum etc.) 
• Development of the HR Operations Plan (with related budgets) and ensures compliance to legislated and internal reporting deadlines. Guiding the preparation, quality and publication of all HR reports. 
• Build the culture of high performance and accountability by creating internal communication platforms to ensure broadened understanding and adherence to HR processes. 
• Development of HR Metrics and ensure appropriate benchmarking exercises for continuous improvement of SAHPRA’s HR Processes and Practices. The reporting will include elements of Employment Equity, Performance Management reports, Workplace Skills Plan, Head Count Reporting, etc. 
 
TALENT MANAGEMENT AND RETENTION 
• Oversees the talent management value chain of SAHPRA from onboarding to employee exit 
• Talent Management: Develops and oversees the implementation of SAHPRA talent management strategy in alignment to the workforce plan to ensure adequate and relevant levels of skills are attracted, developed and retained. 
• Performance Management: Drives the culture of performance and accountability by overseeing the implementation of performance management process and rewards as guided by approved the policy and guidelines. 
• Training and Development: Manages SAHPRA’s relations with HWSETA, to ensure compliance to derive benefits. 
• Drives the development and monitors SAHPRA’s workplace skills plan in collaboration with Line Managers to ensure appropriate skills levels are achieved throughout the Authority. Guides employees on accessing training and development incentives. 
• Drives the implementation of the Internship Programme and other related skills development initiatives to build SAHPRA’s talent pipeline 
 
MANAGEMENT OF HR SERVICE PROVISION AND BUSINESS PARTNERING 
• Employee Compensation and Benefits: Facilitates salary benchmarking exercises and salary surveys to ensure that SAHPRA’s compensation strategy competitive and market related. Ensure administration of employee benefits is fair and equitable. 
• Payroll Management Interphase: Ensure a good working relationship with the Payroll Office and provide accurate information captured on the HURIS (Human Resources Information System module on SAGE. Provide human resources support to the Payroll Office.
• Organisational Development: Ensure continuous organizational development and performance improvement and effectiveness by being a change champion and identifying opportunities for Organisational Development Projects and overseeing their implementation 
• Employee Wellness: Manages employee wellness initiatives and ensure integration into day-to-day practices of operations of SAHPRA to build a healthy workforce 
• Oversees safeguarding of employee information and records to ensure accurate management information reporting, trend analysis 
• To ensure cost effective HR operations services by planning, budgeting, cost control and supplier/ vendor management. 
• Manages the HR Team of Human Resources Practitioners 
 
 
INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS: All applications must: 
• Be submitted with a covering letter clearly reflecting the name of the position and post reference number, be signed, accompanied by a comprehensive CV, the names of 3 referees and recently certified copies of ID and qualification/s. 
• Applications without the aforementioned will not be considered. Should you be in possession of a foreign qualification, it must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). 
• A separate application must be completed for each post. SAHPRA will not be liable where applicants use incorrect or no reference number on their applications. 
 
• Applications must be submitted by email to recruitment@sahpra.org.za, including the required certified documentation as indicated. DO NOT MAKE ENQUIRIES TO THIS ADDRESS. 
 
• No late or faxed applications will be accepted. CV’s will not be returned. Applications, which are received after the closing date, will not be considered. 
• Further communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates. If you have not received a response from SAHPRA within 3 months of the closing date, please consider your application as unsuccessful. 
• It will be expected of candidates to be available for selection interviews on a date, time and place as determined by SAHPRA. 
 
Applicants must note that further checks will be conducted once they are shortlisted and that their appointment is subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, qualification verification, criminal records, credit records, citizenship status and previous employment. 
SAHPRA is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply and an indication in this regard will be appreciated. SAHPRA reserves the right to fill or not to fill the vacant post/s. 
 
Enquiries: Email: Matshepo.mokotong@sahpra.org.za (DO NOT SEND APPLICATIONS TO THIS EMAIL ADDRESS). 
 
CLOSING DATE: 14 April 2023 at 16H00.