Nedlac presentation to the Parliamentary Portfolio Committee on Labour 15 May 2013

Introduction Nedlac was established through an Act of Parliament The Nedlac Act, Act 35 of 1994 was one of the very first pieces of legislation to be signed-off by the first Democratic Parliament in 1994

Introduction Nedlac’s work is guided by: Nedlac Act Nedlac Constitution The Nedlac Act, Act 35 of 1994 was one of the very first pieces of legislation to be signed-off by the first Democratic Parliament in 1994

Introduction Vision PROMOTE growth, equity and participation through social dialogue. Mission Ensure effective public participation in labour-market and socio-economic policy and legislation; Facilitate consensus and cooperation between Government, Labour, Business and the Community in dealing with South Africa’s socio-economic challenges.

Objectives of Nedlac Consider significant social and economic policies Economic growth, participation in economic decision-making, social equity Seek consensus on social and economic policy Promote co-ordinated policy on social and economic matters Consider labour legislation Consider significant social and economic policies The Nedlac Act, Act 35 of 1994 was one of the very first pieces of legislation to be signed-off by the first Democratic Parliament in 1994

Promote economic growth, social equity and decent work Strategic thrust Promote economic growth, social equity and decent work A culture of effective social dialogue and engagement Effective participation in socio-economic policy making and legislation Effective and efficient organisation The Nedlac Act, Act 35 of 1994 was one of the very first pieces of legislation to be signed-off by the first Democratic Parliament in 1994

Summary of Expenditure 2012 -13 The Nedlac Act, Act 35 of 1994 was one of the very first pieces of legislation to be signed-off by the first Democratic Parliament in 1994

Summary of Expenditure 2012 -13 The Nedlac Act, Act 35 of 1994 was one of the very first pieces of legislation to be signed-off by the first Democratic Parliament in 1994

Summary of Expenditure 2012 -13 The Nedlac Act, Act 35 of 1994 was one of the very first pieces of legislation to be signed-off by the first Democratic Parliament in 1994

Milestones 2012 -13 Segregation of duties Strengthened financial governance and oversight Streamlining of financial processes and controls Audit and Risk Committee Charter drafted Financial policies drafted Independent chairperson for the Audit and Risk Committee Forensic investigation Comprehensive internal audit Accounting system updated Supply Chain Management Improved asset management Segregation of duties Review of Nedlac fixed assets Additional signatories Bookkeeper Payroll function Payments The Nedlac Act, Act 35 of 1994 was one of the very first pieces of legislation to be signed-off by the first Democratic Parliament in 1994

Milestones Summary of APP Performance 2012-13 Matters on APP Category Number considered as per APP Number concluded in 2012-13 FY Legislation 15 14 93% Policy 6 100% FRIDGE Research 2 Section 77 notices 5 4 80% The Nedlac Act, Act 35 of 1994 was one of the very first pieces of legislation to be signed-off by the first Democratic Parliament in 1994

Administration Priorities 2013 -14 Nedlac policies to be adopted and implemented Staff Development Salary Review Performance Management System Nedlac policies to be adopted and implemented Supply Chain Management unit to be appointed Priorities 2013-14 Implementation of electronic archiving system Upgrading of IT and telephone systems Upgrading the building The Nedlac Act, Act 35 of 1994 was one of the very first pieces of legislation to be signed-off by the first Democratic Parliament in 1994

Thank you The Nedlac Act, Act 35 of 1994 was one of the very first pieces of legislation to be signed-off by the first Democratic Parliament in 1994