Position Summary: Assistant General Secretary
The Bargaining Council is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced individual to the role of Assistant General Secretary. The successful candidate will provide high-level administrative, operational, and strategic support to the General Secretary, while gaining exposure to the full range of Council functions,
including governance, compliance, financial oversight, and stakeholder engagement. This role offers an excellent opportunity for an individual looking to develop within a senior leadership environment in the labour relations sector.
Key Responsibilities
Provide direct support to the General Secretary in the execution of Council operations
Assist with the preparation and coordination of Council meetings, including documentation and reporting
Support compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements
Assist in the preparation and review of financial and operational reports
Engage with internal and external stakeholders, including unions, employer organisations, and Council representatives
Support the implementation and application of labour legislation
Contribute to strategic and operational initiatives of the Council
Perform delegated functions as required by the General Secretary
Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree in Labour Relations or related field
Postgraduate qualification (advantageous)
Master’s Degree in Labour Relations (preferred)
Minimum 5–7 years relevant experience
Experience within a Bargaining Council or labour relations environment (advantageous)
Exposure to governance, compliance, and stakeholder engagement
Sound knowledge of labour legislation
Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills
High level of professionalism, integrity, and discretion
Strong analytical and problem-solving ability
Ability to operate effectively in a complex, stakeholder-driven environment
Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
Professional qualification (CA(SA), CIMA, ACCA or similar) advantageous
Minimum 5–7 years’ relevant experience in finance and administration
Experience in financial reporting, budgeting, and compliance
Exposure to audit processes
Experience in a regulated or governance-driven environment advantageous
Strong knowledge of IFRS and financial reporting standards
Experience with accounting systems (Microsoft Dynamics & SAP preferred) and advanced Excel skills required
Understanding of payroll systems (SAGE/VIP advantageous)
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
High level of accuracy and attention to detail
Strong organisational and planning ability
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
High level of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality
Additional Information
This position involves working closely with senior leadership and requires a high degree of confidentiality, adaptability, and professional maturity. The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate the ability to take initiative and progressively assume broader responsibilities over time.
Remuneration
Basic Salary R54 725.00
Travel Allowance R10 636.00
Cell Phone Allowance R1548.00
Pension (6% Employer and 6% Employee Contribution)
Remuneration may be structured flexibly on a Cost-to-Company basis, subject to mutual agreement
and Council policy
