POST 26/90 : DIRECTOR-GENERAL REF NO: 26/18/DG
SALARY : R2 446 749 – R2 756 241 per annum (Level 16), (an all-inclusive remuneration
package), plus 10% non-pensionable allowance payable to Head of
Departments (HoDs) for a five (5) year term.
CENTRE : National Office, Pretoria State
REQUIREMENTS : An NQF Level 8 qualification recognized by SAQA in Law, Public
Administration, Public Management, Business Administration or a related field.
Admission as an Attorney or Advocate will be an added advantage. A minimum
of ten (10) years' experience at senior managerial level, of which a substantial
portion must have been gained at executive leadership level within a large,
complex organization. Proven experience in organizational transformation,
strategic planning, institutional performance, governance, financial
management, policy development and stakeholder management is essential.
Executive leadership experience within the Public Service will serve as a
distinct advantage. Extensive knowledge of constitutional and administrative
law; criminal law; labour law; international law; legislative drafting; justice
administration; litigation and State legal services; constitutional democracy;
human rights; public administration; organizational development; information
and communication technology; public sector governance; the Public Service
Act; Public Service Regulations; Public Finance Management Act; Treasury
Regulations; Government planning frameworks; and financial management
within the Public Service. Skills and Competencies: Exceptional strategic
leadership and executive management capability, with the ability to provide
strategic direction and translate Government priorities into measurable
organizational outcomes. Demonstrated capability in programme and project
management, financial management, organizational transformation and
change management, knowledge management, service delivery innovation,
governance and organizational performance. Strong analytical, strategic
thinking and problem-solving capability. Excellent people management,
communication, stakeholder management and customer service orientation.
Ability to build strategic partnerships, lead multidisciplinary executive teams,
manage organizational risk and drive organizational performance. High levels
of professionalism, ethical leadership, innovation, accountability and
commitment to public service values.
DUTIES : Provide strategic leadership and overall management of the Department to
ensure the effective administration of justice and implementation of its
constitutional and legislative mandate. Oversee the development, reform and
implementation of legislation, legal services and policies that promote
constitutional democracy, human rights and the rule of law. Provide strategic
oversight of court administration services, including lower court administration,
the Integrated Criminal Justice System and programmes supporting vulnerable
groups. Oversee the administration of Master's Services and Family Law
Services, including deceased estates, trusts, insolvencies, guardianship
administration and family advocate services. Direct the provision of State legal
advisory and litigation services on behalf of Government and organs of State.
Ensure effective financial management, strategic planning, governance,
enterprise risk management, internal audit, organizational performance and
transformation and regulatory compliance. Strengthen intergovernmental
relations, cluster coordination, entity oversight and strategic partnerships, and
oversee programmes that advance constitutional values and social justice.
Serve as principal adviser to the Executive Authority on matters relating to the
Department's mandate and strategic direction.
ENQUIRIES : Ms Rhulani Ngwenya at 083 269 4716
APPLICATIONS : Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your application to:
https://forms.office.com/r/X2XaVPasWu OR Postal address: The Human
Resources: Department of Justice and Constitutional Development, Private
Bag X81, Pretoria, 0001 OR Physical address: Application Box, First Floor
Reception, East Tower, Momentum Building, 329 Pretorius Street, Pretoria.