As a strong indication of the extraordinary challenges and perils that industry in South Africa has had to endure over the past 24 months, the dispute resolution officials of labour player Consolidated Employers Organisation (CEO) has attended to close to 8 000 matters in 2021 alone.
“Just like 2020, the year was dominated by staggered starts for various sectors and new labour challenges and threats,” says Annelien Breed, who was confirmed as the organisation’s executive director in 2019.
“We have had to become creative and innovative in order to ensure that we remained at the top of our game for the sake of our members.”
Breed’s role is complemented by the appointment of Bloemfontein-based Jaundré Kruger as CEO’s new national manager.
Functioning within the framework of the organisation’s constitution, good corporate governance and sound financial practices are vital.
Kruger’s position as national manager will require him to work closely with the executive director and to focus on the development of the team through training, recruitment and talent retention.
“Being able to contribute to the success of our members actively brings great satisfaction,” says Kruger.
“Our members are pivotal in the future success of the organisation.”
Kruger shares his view on the labour challenges experienced by business owners
“Members come to us when they are in dire straits.
“The employment relationship, especially the termination thereof, comes with immense emotional stress and the most satisfying outcome when we work with employers is to see the relief when they realise that they have a team of legal professionals on their side during these times.”
