Manager: Investigations & Conflict Resolution

Makhado Consulting; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm is looking for a motivated professional to manage the Investigation and Conflict Resolution unit. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor’s Degree in Law and a minimum of 5 years of experience in the legal field. Responsibilities include providing strategic leadership, managing investigations, and supporting the Commission in cultural rights issues. Strong communication, negotiation, and people management skills are essential. The role offers an opportunity to shape the operational functions of the organization.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in the Legal field at middle management level.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Trustworthiness with high level of confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Manage the functions of the Unit and provide strategic leadership.
• Facilitate the resolution of complaints.
• Provide legal services support on community rights.

Skills

Knowledge of cultural, religious and linguistic rights

Negotiation skills

Conflict management skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Education

Bachelors Degree in Law (LLB)

Job description

SUMMARY

To strategically direct, manage and oversee the overall functioning of the Investigation and Conflict Resolution unit.

PURPOSE

To strategically direct, manage and oversee the overall functioning of the Investigation and Conflict Resolution unit.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking a motivated and versatile professional for a middle management role within our organisation. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in overseeing operational functions and supporting strategic initiatives. In addition to core responsibilities, the candidate must be flexible and willing to take on additional or ad‑hoc duties, as required by Supervisors, Management, and Executives, to ensure the effective and efficient functioning of the organisation.

POSITION INFO : REQUIREMENTS

A 3 (three) year appropriate Bachelors Degree in Law‑LLB or any other relevant field. Post Degree is an added advantage. A minimum of 5 years in experience in the Legal field at middle management level. Strong knowledge and experience in dealing with cultural, religious and linguistic rights of communities will be an added advantage. Knowledge of interpretation, application, and limitation of the law. Computer skills, and people management skills. Trustworthiness and the ability to maintain high level of confidentiality. Time and record management. Work plan and reporting. Good organizational skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work independently, in a team and under pressure. Negotiation and Conflict Management skills. People Management Skills. Financial Management skills. A valid driver’s license.

DUTIES

Manage the functions of the Unit and provide strategic leadership. Facilitate the resolution of complaints. Provide legal services support to the Commission and the public on cultural, religious and linguistic rights. Manage the execution of investigations and conflict resolution. Manage the implementation of legislative review and policy influence. Manage budget and use human resources effectively and foster collaborative efforts and teamwork.