The National University of Lesotho invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for the following post:
ADMINISTRATION
Post No. 0512: Assistant Registrar (Industrial Relations) – Human Resources
Key Performance Areas:
- Assists in the formulation of all Labour relations strategies policies and procedures.
- Ensures and develops an in-depth knowledge of industrial relations, Labour law and best practices at the University.
- Ensures compliance and adherence to applicable labour laws, regulations, policies and procedures.
- Analyses existing regulations, policies, procedures and proposes reviews.
- Provides practical training and guidance to management and employees on procedures and applications associated with employment relations.
- Inducts and orientates employees in employee relations issues.
- Investigates alleged misconducts
- Coordinates disciplinary and grievance cases and attend such hearings
- Facilitates and prepares cases that have been referred to DDPR for conciliation and arbitration.
- Represents the University in conciliations and arbitrations and related activities.
- In the management of such cases, analyses the awards and proposes appropriate interventions.
- Represents Management in discussions/ negotiations with Unions.
- Monitors employer / employee climate and submit relevant reports to Management for improved industrial relation services.
- Facilitates the implementation of regular meetings between Management and the Unions.
Minimum Qualifications Requirements:
LLB or relevant degree in law with a focus on industrial relations or Labour law. Post Graduate Diploma in Labour Law (Conciliation and Arbitration) will be an added advantage.
Knowledge, Skills and Attributes:
- Three years experience at a supervisory/ managerial level
- Knowledge of the Labour laws
- Skills in policy development and interpretation
- Good conflict resolution and negotiation skills.
- Good communications skills
- Good interpersonal skills
- Good analytical and problem solving skills
- Ability to work as a member of a team.
- Computer Literacy is a requirement
Contract Duration:
The appointment for the post shall be for a contract period of 2 years.
Remuneration:
The University offers salaries and other benefits commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Information Required from Candidates:
Applicants are to address the stated qualifications and provide other information to assist the University to determine their suitability for the position. They should also quote the vacancy number of the post applied for, provide current CV’s (including telephone, telefax and e-mail) plus certified copies of educational certificates, transcripts and three typed references. One of which must be from the current or previous employer. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applicants should inform their referees to submit their references directly to the address below, before the stipulated closing date. References addressed “ TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN ” will not be considered as references. Application letters and references should bear signatures of the applicants and the referees respectively and must be addressed to: Director - Human Resources,
National University of Lesotho,
P.O. Roma 180, Lesotho
or emailed to dhr@nul.ls
Closing date for receiving full applications for the positions above is 26 th June, 2014.
DISCLAIMER: If you do not receive any response within three months after the closing date, you must consider your application unsuccessful.
