Pay: R468 459 annually CENTER: KwaMhlanga’s Nkangala District Office REQUIREMENTS: A minimum of three years of relevant experience in addition to a suitable National Diploma (NQF 6) in Labour Relations or Labour Law as recognized by SAQA or an equivalent qualification in the relevant sector. Competencies include familiarity with the Persal System, laws governing officials’ and educators’ labor relations, and relevant labor relations policies and laws. Organizational and planning abilities. the capacity to fulfill deadlines. strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication abilities. Writing abilities for reports. It is crucial to be computer literate. a current driver’s license. DUTIES: Coordinate, oversee, and monitor labor issues in the public sector and among educators, including: putting labor agreements and policies into effect; managing and keeping an eye on vacation time and secondment for employee organization or teacher union activities; and supporting provincial negotiation teams. Encourage and manage collective bargaining, which includes: creating district-level directives for collective bargaining and consultation; representing the district in collective bargaining structures; and liaising with teacher unions, employee organizations, and departmental structures on issues of national or provincial interest. Encourage labor peace through grievance and dispute resolution and prevention, which includes: helping Head Office coordinate dispute settlement; resolving grievances; coordinating with trade unions on dispute resolution; preparing inputs for Head Office on disputes; and creating and maintaining grievance and dispute databases. For inquiries, contact Ms. M. Masilela at (013) 947 1816 or Ms. LS. Malatjie at (013) 947 1725.APPLICATIONS: The Head of Department, Department of Education, Private Bag X11341, Nelspruit, 1200 is the postal address. Applications can also be uploaded using the following link: https://forms.gle/o9MBmwvn3xDFCSub8 or deposited (recorded in the register) in the application container at the Security Desk, Upper Ground, Ikhamanga Building of the Riverside Government Complex, Mbombela.DATE OF CLOSING: June 26, 2025