Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to appoint a presiding officer with expertise in labour law to oversee a disciplinary hearing involving senior management employees at SAFCOL. The presiding officer must ensure the disciplinary process aligns with SAFCOL’s Disciplinary Code of Conduct, the Labour Relations Act, and related legal frameworks, ensuring lawful and fair proceedings.

Scope

The scope involves sourcing a reputable legal professional or law firm with at least 15 years of labour law experience to:

• Preside over disciplinary hearings involving senior employees.
• Review background documents and evidence with technical nuances.
• Formulate legally sound rulings based on current case law.
• Uphold the Legal Practice Act and SAFCOL’s policies throughout the process.
• Ensure lawful and successful outcomes in line with the Policy and the Act.

Technical Requirements

The technical specifications for the service provider include:

• Minimum of 15 years’ demonstrable experience in labour law, with evidence such as CVs, company profiles, and reference letters.
• Experience in chairing or serving as an arbitrator or disciplinary panel member in complex disciplinary inquiries involving senior management in large organizations.
• Ability to analyze background documents and evidence with technical nuances.
• Proven track record of upholding legal and ethical standards in legal proceedings.
• Capacity to deliver services within the stipulated timeframe and manage the assignment professionally.

Skills Requirements

The skills and competencies required from the service provider include:

• Extensive expertise in labour law and disciplinary procedures.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret complex evidence and legal documents.
• Excellent legal judgment and decision-making abilities.
• Professional conduct and deportment suitable for senior management proceedings.
• Effective communication skills for clear and lawful rulings.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and uphold the Code of Conduct at all times.