Jobs at NUM

Press Statement, 28 October 2013

Jobs at NUM

The National Union of Mineworkers with its Head Office in Johannesburg is looking to appoint suitably qualified candidates for the following position:

REGIONAL ORGANISERS : FREE STATE X2

: NATAL X 1

: PWV X 3

: RUSTENBURGX1

REQUIREMENTS

Matric plus relevant tertiary qualification coupled with 2-4yrs equivalent experience

Sound understanding of Trade Union environment

Sound knowledge and interpretation of Labour legislations 

Effective Negotiation techniques

Good communication and report writing skills

Ability and willingness to work under stressful conditions

Valid driver’s license.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Recruiting and organising of members

Drive campaigns as directed by the organisation

Collective Bargaining

Case handling and case management

Handle Health and Safety matters 

Submitting Reports to Regional Coordinators

Capacity building of shop stewards

Effective liaison with all stakeholders

Organisational Building.

BASIC SALARY: R136 240.00-R264 416.00(plus benefits)

REGIONAL ADMINISTRATOR: MATLOSANA X1 

REQUIREMENTS

Matric plus diploma in office administration 

Sound understanding of trade union movement

Good communication and writing skills

Advanced computer literacy

Good customer relations and impressive telephone etiquette

Ability to work under stressful conditions

Good time management skills

Assertiveness and good interpersonal skills.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Managing administration of the regional office

Coordination of document processing e.g. typing, faxing, photocopying, e-mailing and preparation of reports binding and distribution of documentation.

Scheduling of meetings and diary management

Ordering stationery for cost Centre

Administrative management of organizational activities in the region

Coordination of meetings and performing relevant tasks related thereto

Financial management.

BASIC SALARY: R87 609.00-R168 839.00 pa (plus benefits)

JB MARKS OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR

REQUIREMENTS

Matric plus diploma in office administration. 

Sound understanding of trade union movement.

Good communication and writing skills.

Advanced computer literacy.

Good customer relations and impressive telephone etiquette.

Ability to work under stressful conditions.

Good time management skills.

Assertiveness and good interpersonal skills.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Coordinates the process for developing the meeting agenda

Prepares and Prints meeting documentation

Attends meetings as a scribe and ensures that the minutes and the matters arising are completed within the specified timelines

Schedules of meetings

Administers the S&T claims

Prepares part of the Trustees meeting pack

Provides support to Principal Officer

Assist Professional Development and Marketing 

Record management of corporate documents

Information management of electronic documentation for legal compliance purposes

Organizes business itineraries  and travel and accommodation for the department 

Manages and maintains JB Marks diary and schedules

Ensures protocol in receiving and welcoming visitors 

Opens, sorts and distributes incoming correspondence, including faxes and email

Reads and analyses incoming memos, submissions and reports to determine their significance and plan their distribution.

BASIC SALARY: R 101 501 - R190 425 (plus benefits)

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT OFFICER: JB MARKS

REQUIREMENTS

Matric plus diploma in office administration 

Sound understanding of trade union movement

Good communication and writing skills

Advanced computer literacy

Good customer relations and impressive telephone etiquette

Ability to work under stressful conditions

Good time management skills

Assertiveness and good interpersonal skills

RESPONSIBILITIES

Maintain the network of business relationships

Maintains the business database 

Funding requirements identification

Identify products, programmes and projects

Identify and engage with stakeholders and funders

Engage with stakeholders and funders

Prepare funding proposals

Maintain the network of business relationships

Maintains regular visits to learners

Conducts studies on business opportunities 

BASIC SALARY: R136 240.00-R264 416.00(plus benefits)

LEGAL ADMINISTRATOR: SERVICES PILLAR

REQUIREMENTS

Matric plus National Diploma in office administration/Paralegal diploma. 

3 years’ experience as a Legal Administrator

Sound understanding of trade union movement.

Good communication and writing skills.

Advanced computer literacy.

Good customer relations and impressive telephone etiquette.

Ability to work under stressful conditions.

Good time management skills.

Assertiveness and good interpersonal skills.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Support functions to the Unit & Legal Officers

Assist Legal Head with the Distribution of cases and keep record thereof

Monitoring of Compliance with NUM Legal Procedure Manual

Monitor the usage of the Legal System and report any none compliance with the system

Maintaining the filing system for the unit 

Receive Attorney’s Bills and do Analysis of the trends of expenditure as per the Legal Procedure Manual

Ensure accuracy and authenticity of the bills of the attorneys by checking that there is no repeat and fraudulent billing. 

 BASIC SALARY: R 101 501 - R190 425 (plus benefits)

PARALEGAL OFFICERXEASTERN CAPE (Re-advertisement)

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REQUIREMENTS

Matric plus Para-legal Diploma coupled with 3 years relevant work experience.

Litigation skills

Labour Law background

Case Handling and management skills.

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES 

Drafting and interpretation of legal documents

Evaluate and handle cases that are  referred to the labour court

Seek and provide legal opinion to all structures of the union

Facilitate Labour Law Legislative Training

Participate in complex negotiations if and when required.

Monitoring and evaluation of all legal activities.

BASIC SALARY: R136 240.00-R264 416.00(plus benefits)

SECRETARIAT PILLAR ADMINISTRATOR 

REQUIREMENTS

Matric plus diploma in office administration or Secretarial Course

Bachelor’s Degree will be an added advantage

Project Coordinating/Management Experience

Report Writing and Research

Experience working in high pressure, demanding environment

Experience managing highly confidential and sensitive material

Experience of multi-tasking and managing deadlines

Experience of being able to implement instructions quickly/ quick turnaround

Proven ability to communicate effectively in written and spoken English and other language/s; 

Knowledge of Government, Unions, Political Movements and Business.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Research: Conduct research on all Strategy, Transformation and other Union related subjects to assist the Pillar Head

Providing briefing notes as and when required by the Pillar Head

Assisting Pillar Head with Report compilations, drafting and editing

Diary Management for the Pillar Head: Ensure that meetings are captured and communicated appropriately 

Ensuring that meetings do not clash and sufficient time is allocated between meetings for travelling purposes

Ensure that the Pillar Head is adequately briefed and prepared for all meetings

Time Management: Ensure that office hours are adhered to strictly

Ability to undertake work in an organised and timeous fashion

Develop a Quarterly Planner where all Pillar related meetings, including Programmes, Regional Activities etc. are scheduled accurately and communicated 

Attend meetings with Pillar Head where required and capture minutes thereof

Project Management:Monitor all Pillar related Project Plans and assist the Pillar Head with accurate logging of all Risk

Coordinate and Collate all progress reports for Review by the Pillar Head

Monitor all deadlines and communicate as instructed

Financial Monitoring and Administration:

Ensuring that all payment submission are managed timeously

Monitoring expenditure and filing all payment requisitions

Booking Flights, Travel and Accommodation for Pillar Head

Information Management:Treat all correspondence with the strictest confidentiality

Ensure prompt responses for all correspondence

Filing of all paperwork, reports, correspondence in an organised and efficient manner.

BASIC SALARY: R87 609.00-R168 839.00(plus benefits)

NATIONAL EDUCATORX2 (Re-advertisement)

REQUIREMENTS

Matric and NQF level 5 qualification in Education, Training and Development

2 -3 years’ experience in Training and Development sector preferably in trade union environment 

Valid driver’s license.

2 -3 years’ experience in the Accredited ETD environment, i.e. Learnerships management, as an SDF, Assessor, Moderator, work related to the Seta’s, etc.

Preferably a Skills Development Facilitator, assessor and moderator (registered with the ETDP Seta). If studying towards OD ETDP qualification then must have the relevant training experience

Experience in organizing and managing a training team and/or projects.

Good communication skills and writing skills

Good Presentation skills

Demonstrates a high degree of confidentiality

Project Management skills

Accuracy in data analysis / processing (i.e. must be proficient in MS Office)

Knowledge of NQF, SAQA, Skills Development Act, Labour Relations Act, and other legislation related to ETD Practices.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Guide and Manage the overall provision of ETD services, policies, and programs, nationally where required 

Development of  policies

Development of the learning material and  facilitation of Political Education

Overall development of training programs, design & develop assessments as well as ensure compliance with standards.

BASIC SALARY: R136 240.00-R264 416.00(plus benefits)

CLOSING DATE: 11 NOVEMBER 2013 

All appointments will be subject to a process of security clearance and qualification verification.

Applications must be accompanied by a detailed CV, a motivational letter and certified copies of qualifications, identity document, and driver’s licence. Should you not comply with this; your application will not be considered.

Please forward your applications for the attention by e-mail or fax to:

Ms P.S Sekgothe 

Fax: 0866158792

Tel: (011) 377-2062

 HYPERLINK "mailto:ppooe@num.org.za" ppooe@num.org.za

Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Should you not receive a response within 30 days after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. 

Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.

The National Union of Mineworkers
7 Rissik Street.
Cnr Frederick Johannesburg
Tel: 011 377 2111 Cell: 083 809 3257
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