Employee Relations Specialist at Coca Cola Ethiopia 

Closing Date2023/08/21Reference NumberCCB230814-2Job TitleEmployee Relations SpecialistJob CategoryPeople and CultureCompanyEast Africa Bottling Share Company (Ethiopia)Job TypePermanentLocation - CountryEthiopiaLocation - ProvinceNot ApplicableLocation - Town / CityAddis Ababa

East Africa Bottling S.C is looking for passionate, capable and competent candidates, who are prepared to work with passion and focus for the role of Employee Relations Specialist. The Employee Relations Specialist plays a pivotal role in fostering positive relationships among the company, employees, labor unions and external stakeholders. This position is responsible for ensuring compliance with labor laws and regulations, facilitating effective communication, and resolving workplace conflicts. The Employee Relations Specialist will serve as a trusted advisor and advocate for both employees and the company, promoting a harmonious work environment and supporting the achievement of business objectives.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

Strategic Employees Relations

• Develops business-focused ER strategy and aligns execution of the ER strategy and solutions across country.

• Leads and manages the Employee Relations team in country against a clear ER strategy.

• Develops Employee Relations Procedures, Processes and tools.

• Leads the development and implementation of integrated processes, procedures and tools across country, as appropriate.

• Provides ad hoc Employee Relations advice and guidance, and serves as the ultimate escalation point for Employee Relations issues that the teams cannot resolve themselves.

Employee Relations Capability building

• Implements employee relations capability in Organisation and enables line effectiveness through the execution of proactive employee relations initiatives, and the delivery of targeted training programs.

• Provides feedback to HR leadership on ER capabilities & needs in the business.

• Agrees and manages an internal ER scorecard measuring line ER capability.

Collective Bargaining

• Fosters a collective bargaining environment that supports the delivery of strategy, ensuring direct communication with employees.

• Leads and manages the integration of Recognition Agreements in country, as appropriate, in line with strategy.

• Leads and manages the integration of Substantive Agreements and conditions of employment in country, as appropriate, in line with strategy.

• Timeously concludes collective bargaining agreements in support of the organisation’s strategic agenda.

Employee Engagement

• Builds strong, respectful relationships, based on integrity, with all designated stakeholders and employees.

• Actively promotes a workplace that values diversity.

• Executes ER initiatives in country, investigating and resolving issues and conflicts

• Provides a service to line managers to assist them to manage discipline.

• Manages interactions with 3rd party contractors, including Attorneys, to provide specialist advice and support, in particular as it relates to Labour Court matters.

Skills, Experience & Education

• First Degree in Law (LLB) .

• A minimum of 5 years of work experience in a corporate environment.

• Hands-on experience in Corporate HR & Employee Relations.

• Strong knowledge of Ethiopian labor laws, regulations, and employment practices.

• Previous experience working with labor unions, collective bargaining agreements, and external government bodies.

• Proven ability to effectively manage employee relations issues, including investigations, conflict resolution, and disciplinary actions.

• Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

General

Applicants must be Ethiopian citizen.

How to Apply

• Register using THIS LINK