Deadline: 22 February 2019
The Department of Labour has launched a Call for proposals for NPO/NGOs/PBOs that specialise in labour matters to provide training on labour laws to farm workers and their communities.
The Department of Labour will strive for a labour market which is conducive to investment, economic growth, employment creationand decent work.
Activities
The Department of Labour will play a significant role in reducing unemployment, poverty and inequality through a set of policies and programmes developed in consultation with social partners, which are aimed at:
- Improved economic efficiency and productivity
- Employment creation
- Sound labour relations
- Eliminating inequality and discrimination in the workplace
- Alleviating poverty in employment
Focus Areas
The Training Should Focus on the following:
- Basic Conditions of Employment Act
- Labour Relations Act
- Employment Equity Act
- Unemployment Insurance Act Enquiries, OR
- Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act
- Occupational Health and Safety Act.
Eligibility Criteria
- Labour Service Organisations from all provinces are welcome to submit proposals.
- One Application per organisation (Either COIDA and OHSA or LRA, BCEA, UTA, EEA)
- Applicants must adhere to the following criteria:
- The organisation must be registered with the Department of Social Development in terms of NPO Act of 1997.
- Must have an existing office (with office equipment)
- Have an active bank account
- Send an audited financial statement for a previous project (from any donor)
- Must have knowledge and understanding of labour related matters and labour laws
- Must have knowledge and understanding of COIDA and OHSA
- Deregistered organisations will not be considered (proof of registration must be attached).
NB: If there is no response within three months of submission, please consider your application as unsuccessful.
How to Apply
Application must be submitted either via postal or email at the address given on the website.
Eligible Country: South Africa
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