Manager Human Resource Management (Xl Post) at Umzinyathi District Municipality

REQUIREMENTS:

• B Degree in Human Resource Management or equivalent, Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in Human Resources Management, including 2 years in a supetvisory role. The candidate must have extensive knowledge in Recruitment and Selection, Individual Performance Management System (IPMS), Skills Development, Employee Assistance Programmes (EAP), Labour Relations, and Occupational Health and Safety (OHS). The candidate must possess a thorough lmowledge of South African labour legislation and demonstrate strong computer skills, including proficiency in MS Word, MS Excel, PowerPoint, and payroll systems. Excellent leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills are essential, with the ability to influence and build strong relationships at all levels. A valid Code 8 or 10 Driving Licence is required

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Demonstrated strategic skills in the development and implementation of HR strategy in small/medium sized organisation.
• Understanding of complexity of diversity and discrimination across all factors, including but not limited to class, race, gender, sexual orientation, ethnic origin, culture and religion
• Excellent written, oral, interpersonal, and presentation skills and the ability to effectively interface with all team members and stakeholders
• Proven ability to juggle a complex workload, prioritise effectively, take the initiative, problem solve, be flexible, and work with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to build consensus, facilitate collaboration and problem-solving and manage conflict among varied stakeholders in matrixed environments.

KEY RESPONSmILITIES/ DUTIES

• Provide strategic leadership and oversee the Human Resource Unit to ensure effective delivery of HR functions.
• Manage recruitment and selection processes, including appointments, terminations, and adherence to HR policies and legislation.
• Oversee payroll and leave administration, ensuring accuracy and compliance with policies and legislation.
• Oversee the implementation and monitoring of the  Individual Performance Management System (IPMS) to drive employee performance and accountability.
• Develop and improve IPMS processes and tools to ensure alignment with organisational goals and performance standards.
• Coordinate skills development programmes for staff and councillors, ensuring compliance with the Skills Development Act and reporting on training and employment equity.
• Ensure efficient utilisation of the HR budget, including management of staff bursaries.
• Promote a safe and healthy workplace by overseeing Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) initiatives in line with legislation.
• Develop and monitor OHS policies and programmes to proactively prevent workplace incidents and ensure compliance.
• Ensure effective labour relations by managing grievances, investigating misconduct, presiding over disciplinary hearings, and representing the Municipality at the CCMA and Bargaining Council.
• Develop, review, and implement organisational policies aligned with the SALGBC Collective Agreement and labour legislation.
• Manage and implement the Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support employee well­ being and productivity.
• Promote awareness and utilisation of the EAP to improve employee morale, reduce absenteeism, and support mental health initiatives.
• Provide professional HR advice and guidance to management and employees on labour relations, policies, payroll, leave, pension, and other human resource matters.

Deadline:11th November,2025