The Department of Employment and Labour is launching a call for proposals for NPOs/NGOs/PBOs that specialize in labour matters to provide training on labour laws to farm workers and their communities.

Focus Areas

The training should focus on the following:

• Basic Conditions of Employment Act
• Labour Relations Act
• Employment Equity Act
• Unemployment Insurance Act

OR

• Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act
• Occupational Health and Safety Act.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must adhere to the following criteria:

• The organization 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

For more information, visit Department of Employment and Labour.