Human Rights Commission Vacancies

Job Purpose

Brief statement outlining the overall purpose/reason for existence of the post (one or two
sentences).
To ensure the cleanliness of the offices.

Key Responsibilities

Cleaners are required to undertake the following duties as directed by the Admin Officer, using the
prescribed methods and frequencies in line with the requirements of the cleaning specification.

Cleaning of offices

1.1 Emptying waste bins or similar receptacles, transporting waste
material to designated collection points
1.2 Suction cleaning carpeted areas and “spot” cleaning carpets.
1.3 To dust, damp wipe, wash or polish furniture, ledges,
windows, external surfaces of cupboards, air cons, shelves
and fitments

Cleaning of Kitchens

2.1 Emptying waste bins or similar receptacles, transporting waste
material to designated collection points.
2.2 Sweeping floors with brushes or dust control mops.
2.3 Mopping floors with wet or damp mops.
2.4 Scrub, polish and spray clean floors
2.5 Clean Microwave ovens, Fridges and kettles
2.6 Sign on the kitchen cleaning checklist

Cleaning Toilets

3.1 Emptying waste bins or similar receptacles, transporting
waste material to designated collection points.
3.2 Sweeping floors with brushes or dust control mops.
3.3 Coordinate pre-performance/engagement meeting with
requester and supplier
3.4
Damp wipe or wash toilet seats, urinals, washing basins and
handles.
3.5 Replenish toilet paper, soap and hand towels
3.6 Sign on the toilet cleaning checklist

Reporting

4.1 Report on any non-working fixtures within 24 hours
4.2 Report on any vandalism within 24 hours

Key Responsibilities

Daily report of checklists

Key competencies

 Service delivery innovation
 Honesty and integrity
 Client orientation and customer focus

Knowledge and education

 Matric or Education level 4
 Knowledge and understanding cleaning requirements

Experience

 1-year relevant experience

Salary: All inclusive package of R17,916.77 per month

Kindly submit a one-page cover letter, ID copy and your CV  to recruitment@sahrc.org.za by 15h00  Friday, 24 January 2025.

January  2025. Please note that candidates may be required to undergo competency assessments and subject themselves to security clearance procedures.  Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews. Name of the position and the Province or Unit must be included in the subject line

The Commission reserves the right not to make this appointment. The appointment in the above-mentioned positions will be done in line with the Commission’s Employment Equity plan. The Commission welcomes applicants with disabilities. If you do not hear from us within three months from the closing date, please consider your application to be unsuccessful.

Admin Assistant –Internal Audit 

Admin Assistant –Internal Audit DPSA Level 6– permanent position (Internal and External Advert)

Salary: A basic salary of R255 450.00  per annum.

Kindly submit a one-page cover letter, ID copy and your CV  to recruitment@sahrc.org.za by 15h00  Friday 31st January 2025. Please note that candidates may be required to undergo competency assessments and subject themselves to security clearance procedures.  Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews.The Commission reserves the right not to make this appointment. The appointment in the above-mentioned positions will be done in line with the Commission’s Employment Equity plan. The Commission welcomes applicants with disabilities. If you do not hear from us within three months from the closing date, please consider your application to be unsuccessful.

Post Title Administrative Assistant – Internal Audit
Component Internal Audit
Location Head Office
Post Reports To Chief Audit Executive

Job Purpose

Brief statement outlining the overall purpose/reason for existence of the post (one or two sentences).
To provide administrative support to the Internal Audit Unit.

Key Responsibilities

Providing administration service

1.1 General mail and maintenance of the filing system. This
includes sorting mail according to all the files; taking out
diarised files and distributing to the responsible officer; keeping
a proper record of the file movement from inspection to
finalisation; keeping a record of current and closed files and
ensuring that files are properly opened, referenced and closed.
1.2 Ordering and managing the use of stationery by using
approved procedures
1.3 Ensuring the proper maintenance of equipment and assets
which includes ensuring that all assets are operational and
reporting any faults to the relevant parties
1.4 Assist with general secretarial services within the unit which
includes answering calls, taking and distributing messages,
manage the diary of the Head of the Unit, set-up unit meetings
and follow-up on resolutions taken
1.5 Ensuring that new staff members are provided with log in
details and receive the necessary IT equipment
1.6 Assist towards proper maintenance and cleanliness related to
house keeping
1.7 Devise innovative systems to improve the unit’s functioning in
so far as it relates to the duties contained in this document

Providing a general secretarial service

2.1 Prepare and manage fax/letters/memos on behalf of the unit
2.2 Responsible for outgoing mail and for maintaining the
correspondence database
2.3 Assist with travel, logistics and accommodation arrangements
2.4 General typing as may be requested from time to time
(minutes and agendas)

Key competencies

• Secretarial skills
• Administrative skills
• Typing skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Time management
• Team player
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Good computer literacy and web knowledge
• Minute taking

Knowledge and education

• Administration/Secretarial Diploma or Equivalent
• Knowledge of human rights issues
• Knowledge of PFMA, Treasury Regulations
• Knowledge and understanding of confidentiality requirements
  for the post

Human Resources Officer: Training & Development – Human Resources Unit 

Salary: A basic salary of R376 413.00  per annum.

Kindly submit a one-page cover letter, ID copy and your CV  to recruitment@sahrc.org.za by 15h00  Friday 31st January 2025. Please note that candidates may be required to undergo competency assessments and subject themselves to security clearance procedures.  Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews.The Commission reserves the right not to make this appointment. The appointment in the above-mentioned positions will be done in line with the Commission’s Employment Equity plan. The Commission welcomes applicants with disabilities. If you do not hear from us within three months from the closing date, please consider your application to be unsuccessful.

Post Title HR Officer: Training and Development
Component Human Resources Unit
Location Head Office-Park Town
Post Reports To Deputy HR Manager

Job Purpose

Ensure the implementation of the capacity development plan and processes

1.1 Collate training related information and plans received from units
and personal development plan and obtain approval from CEO
1.2 Provide administrative support for the training and development
function and workplace skills plan, performance management by
setting up meetings, take minutes and distribute minutes
1.3 Administer implementation of approved training plan by
coordinating the scheduling of training interventions including
logistics and payments of service providers, and following related
training and development procedures
1.4 Maintain all training and development records manually and on the
system (e.g. attendance registers, certificates, training manuals
etc.)
1.5 Advise staff on matters pertaining to training and development
policies and procedures (e.g. service providers, SCM processes,
timing of the training if not included in the training plan)
1.6 Administer the implementation of the bursary scheme as per the
policy by receiving applications, collating information, distributing
to the Skills development Committee for approval or otherwise,
advising applicants of the outcome and processing the institution
invoices per approved courses of study, working closely with
Supply Chain function.
1.7 Maintain training records in terms of planned vs actual training,
and reasons for the gabs and use relevant information for the
compilation of monthly, quarterly and annual reports.

Ensure the facilitation and implementation of the Performance Management policy, Procedure and Systems

2.1 Initiate and send out emails to managers to conduct and complete
performance contracts and work plans.
2.2 Support the implementation and maintenance of the performance
management system and processes by receiving performance
management contracts, mid-term reviews and performance
appraisals and timeously submit to performance management
committee for review and alignment with the Commissions annual
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performance plan targets.
Receive feedback from the committee in terms of alignment and
reporting and record appropriately.
2.3 Provide secretarial and administrative support to the performance
management process and its committees. (Setting up meetings,
typing and distributing minutes)
2.4 Maintain all performance management records, manually and on
the system
2.5 Compile and submit performance management reports monthly
ensuring accuracy and completion of performance related
data/information

Administration and placement of interns

3.1 Facilitate and administer the recruitment and placements of
interns
3.2 Maintain data records for interns by capturing relevant information
and retrieving as necessary for reporting purposes

Labour/Employment Relations (IR/ER)

Provide administrative support to the IR and ER functions of the
Commission e.g. logistical arrangements for management/union
meetings and taking minutes

Induction/Orientation

Provide administrative and relevant support to induction and
orientation of staff members by liaising with appropriate subject
matter experts, developing induction programme and arranging
logistics

Support Audit Function

Respond to queries as related to training and development, ER
matters and recruitment of interns by sourcing relevant
information from records as and when required

Key competencies

• Administrative capability
• Communication skills (verbal and written)
• Committed team player with sound interpersonal skills
• Planning and organizing
• Honesty and integrity
• Data and records management
• Client orientation and customer focus
• Proficiency in Ms Office Programs
• Excellent analytical & Problem-solving skills

Knowledge and education

• Relevant Degree or National Diploma in Human Resources /
  Industrial Psychology or Equivalent
• Knowledge and understanding of relevant HR legislations
  including the skills development Act and Skills Levies Act
  knowledge
• SETA, CCMA knowledge
• Working knowledge of talent management
• Knowledge and understanding of the performance
  management processes and good practice

Experience

• 3 years relevant experience in the Human Resources Field with
  specific exposure to training and development, skills
  development and annual training plans
• SAGE 300, MS Office

Human Rights Officer– Western Cape Provincial Office DPSA Level 8- permanent position (Internal and External Advert)

Salary: A basic salary of R376 413.00  per annum.

Kindly submit a one-page cover letter, ID copy and your CV  to recruitment@sahrc.org.za by 15h00  Friday 31st January 2025. Please note that candidates may be required to undergo competency assessments and subject themselves to security clearance procedures.  Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews.The Commission reserves the right not to make this appointment. The appointment in the above-mentioned positions will be done in line with the Commission’s Employment Equity plan. The Commission welcomes applicants with disabilities. If you do not hear from us within three months from the closing date, please consider your application to be unsuccessful.

Post Title Human Rights Officer
Component Operations
Location Provincial Office
Post Reports To Advocacy and Research Officer
Salary
Contract Type and Duration Permanent (level 8)

Job Purpose

Increase the visibility and reach of the Commission; through monitoring, undertaking and providing
support to advocacy; and legal services within the province

Key Responsibilities

Monitoring and research

1.1 Contribute to the development of community monitoring tools
and administer same in identified communities
1.2 Assist with the collection and compilation of relevant data.
1.3 Monitor and report identified places of detention
1.5 Monitor and report on facilities housing older persons and
persons with disabilities and children
1.6 Compile, write and submit basic reports for approval.

Increase visibility and accessibility of the Commission at identified community sites

2.1 Provide support to implement plans to increase visibility and
accessibility of the Commission through public outreach project
e.g. by establishing a presence at specific sites
2.2 Support advocacy interventions in respect of public outreach
clinics, campaigns and special projects in communities.
2.3 Contribute to the maintenance of a network of key stakeholder
relationships in the identified communities, including
community based organizations, other chapter 9 institutions,
local authorities and community leaders
2.4 Conduct sensitization interventions about human rights and the
mandate of the Commission. Assist with human rights training
2.5 Distribute appropriate promotional material at identified sites
2.6 Record and report on trends and the environment
2.7 Support the Advocacy and Research Officer with
communications interventions in respect of media
engagements and related work
2.8 Provide monthly reports of activities at each site
2.9 Coordinate and support special projects and or visits to the
sites

Complaints / Legal Support

Record complaints from the identified communities for the
attention of the Commission, conduct consultations with
complainants and attend to once-off enquiries

3.2 Maintain a record of all complaints per site, ensure complaints
are registered at the provincial office, update Flowcentric
3.3 Assist with legal research and drafting; serving and filing
3.4 Monitor progress of complaints, facilitate communications
between the provincial office and complainants, provide
accurate feedback to complainants at respective sites and
maintain records of complaint support provided
3.5 Support the provincial office in the finalization of cases from
sites through basic research, delivery of correspondence, and
inspections as well as attending to once-off enquiries

General

4.1 Provide support to projects within the Provincial Office
4.2 Comply with policies, procedures, protocols and values of the
Commission
4.3 Develop and submit high quality basic reports as requested to
scope
4.4 Provide any additional support and assistance to the Provincial
Office, as requested by the Provincial Manager.
4.5 Travel within the communities in the province is required,
including work outside of working hours from time to time, as
determined by project needs

Key competencies

 Either LL.B or BA (Social Sciences) / (Development Studies)
 Basic Project management; including basic monitoring and
evaluation
 Good understanding of human rights law
 Minimum of 2 years of advocacy and / or legal work, including
facilitation and training
 Basic Research skills
 Problem solving and analysis
 Advanced writing skills
 Excellent communication skills and is able to use collaborative
and facilitative approaches
 Able to work with a busy and diverse team
 Computer literate
 Strong interpersonal skills
 Honesty and integrity
 Creative
 Client oriented and customer focus
 Excellent time management and organization skills
 Flexible and proactive
 Must be fluent in the language predominantly spoken in the
province they apply for

Knowledge and education

 Knowledge of relevant legislation, policies and procedures
 Knowledge and understanding of socio economic rights,
customary law; rural dynamics; and the South African human
rights legal framework
 Applied knowledge of research, and advocacy
 Knowledge and understanding of communications and
stakeholder management requirements and processes

Experience

Dependent on level of qualification, but with at least 1 year of
experience conducting field work
 Must be an experienced driver with an unendorsed license (and
be willing to travel and drive)

Senior Legal Officer– Free State Provincial Office DPSA Level 12- permanent position (Internal and External Advert)

Salary: An inclusive  package od R1 003.890  per annum, which can be structured accordingly.

Kindly submit a one-page cover letter, ID copy and your CV  to recruitment@sahrc.org.za by 15h00  Friday 31st January 2025. Please note that candidates may be required to undergo competency assessments and subject themselves to security clearance procedures.  Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews.The Commission reserves the right not to make this appointment. The appointment in the above-mentioned positions will be done in line with the Commission’s Employment Equity plan. The Commission welcomes applicants with disabilities. If you do not hear from us within three months from the closing date, please consider your application to be unsuccessful.

Post Title Senior Legal Services Officer
Component XX Provincial Office
Location XX Province
Post Reports To Provincial Manager

Job Purpose

To manage and ensure the provision of an effective legal service within the Provincial Office, including
complaints handling, investigations and litigation on human rights violations.

Key Responsibilities

1.1 Ensure the effective handling of complaints of human
rights violations, from inception through to finalisation in
accordance with the Commission’s complaints handling
procedures
1.2. Providing advice to the Provincial Office, with regard to
the interpretation of statutes, exercise of power and on
any other legal and or human rights issues.
1.3 Conduct, monitor and ensure that investigations are
effectively conducted and finalized in accordance with
the Commission’s investigations processes and
procedures. (This will include providing guidance, advice
and support with regards to investigation matters)
1.4 Initiate investigations in consultations with the PM (This
may include visiting relevant local communities)

Manage, monitor and ensure that all complaints are accurately captured in the flow centric database

2.1 Ensure that proper records and systems are in place for
all complaints and “once- off’ enquiries received in the
provincial office.
2.2 Ensure that all case data (information and statistics) is
captured into the flow centric database.
2.3 Manage the collation of statistical and narrative reports
on complaints caseload and progress.
2.4 Manage the process of analyzing and verifying data and
information.
2.5 Assist and provide necessary support to the PM for the
proper and effective management of analyzing and
verifying data; statistics and information

Provide litigation services with regards to human rights violations

3.1 Support the Provincial Office in litigation matters relating
to human rights violations (this may include representing3.2 Ensure effective litigation and litigation coordination.
3.3 Consult with complainants, respondents, attorneys,
government departments and other stakeholders.
3.4 Provide opinions and advice on legal research and
litigation matters
3.5 Liaise with legal practitioners, both internal and external,
in respect of litigation.
3.6 Draft legal documents, subpoenas and opinions.

Establish and maintain key stakeholder relationship.

4.1 Must establish and maintain strategic partnership with
key stakeholders in order to strengthen the work of LSP.
4.2 Represent the LSP in stakeholders meetings.
4.3 Work with other programmes in the Commission in order
to enhance inter-programme collaboration in promoting
the work of the Commission

General legal services support

5.1 To ensure that legal support staff are adequately trained
and fully understand the complaints handling processes
and procedures (Mentor and train as may be
appropriate).
5.2 Provide continuous guidance and support to the LSS.
5.3 To manage the outreach activities of the legal services
unit within the provinces so that it reaches a larger
spectrum of people who may have experienced human
rights violations.
5.4 In consultation with the PM and Advocacy Officer, attend
to and manage the setting up of “Legal Day-Clinics”/
“help-desks” as part of the Legal outreach work

Key competencies

• Problem solving and analysis
• Stakeholder engagement and management
• People management
• Project management
• Attention to detail
• Knowledge management
• Communication
• Honesty and integrity
• Conflict resolution and facilitation skills
• Negotiation skills
• Planning and organising
• Sound judgment
• Litigation
• Strong writing skills
• Legal Research ability
• Case management
• Interpretation of Statutes
• Computer literacy

Knowledge and education

• An LLB degree
• An admitted Attorney or Advocate (must have completed
  pupilage and admission to the Bar)
• Legal knowledge
• Knowledge and understanding of all relevant (national and
  international) human rights legislation/laws
• Knowledge of human rights theory and practices
• Understanding of litigation practices, processes and
  procedures.
• Understanding of complaints handling processes and
  procedures
• Understanding of investigation processes and procedures
• Knowledge of all relevant legislation, policies and procedures
• Knowledge and understanding of communications and
  stakeholder management requirements and processes
• Must have a valid driver’s licence

Experience

• At least 3 years practical experience, post admission
• At least 1 to 2 years management experience.
• Experience in a human rights environment will be an added
  advantage

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