POST 25/390 : DIRECTOR: LEGAL SERVICES REF NO: LEGAL/2026
SALARY : R1 317 384 per annum (Level 13). The remuneration package consists of the
basic salary, the Government's contribution to the Government Employee
Pension Fund and flexible portion, which may be structured in terms of the
rules for the structuring of the flexible portion and which may include a 13th
cheque, motor car allowance, home owner's allowance and medical aid
assistance.
CENTRE : Glen
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate NQF level 7 qualification in Law as recognised by SAQA. Must
be admitted as an Attorney or Advocate. 5 years of experience at a middle /
senior managerial level in a legal environment. Valid driver’s license (code B).
Compulsory Nyukela SMS pre-entry certificate prior to appointment.
Knowledge, Skills and Competencies: In-depth knowledge of all legal
prescripts applicable to the public service and in particular the Constitution of
South Africa (Act 108 of 1996). Advanced knowledge of South African
Constitutional Law, Administrative Law, Law of Contract, Labour Law,
interpretation of statutes, Planning and Development Law, Civil Litigation, and
Mediation, the Code of Conduct for the Public Service, Bill of Rights, and any
other legal aspect applicable to South African Law. Broad knowledge of the
interpretation of statutes, good knowledge and experience in drafting all legal
matters and interpreting legislation. Generic Competencies: Strategic
Capability and Leadership. People Management and Empowerment.
Programme and Project Management. Financial Management. Change
Management. Knowledge Management, Service Delivery Innovation. Problem
Solving and Analysis. Client Orientation and Customer Focus, Communication
(Verbal and written). Technical competencies: Coordination and monitoring
skills; Policy formulation & implementation.
DUTIES : Provide guidance and support to the entire department, advise the MEC,
Senior Management, and staff in all legal matters to manage and mitigate legal
risks that might face the department and the office of the MEC. Manage the
provision of effective litigation management in the department. Manage the
provision of effective legal drafting of opinions and contracts. Coordinate with
other departments on all legal-related issues that have a direct bearing on the
Department and ensure that the recovery costs of its activities. Manage the
provision of legal advisory support services. Coordinate legislative review and
reform program in the department. Carry out all administrative legal actions to
ensure compliance. Handle litigation matters. Ensure legal compliance with
national, international and continental instruments. Advice on the drafting and
monitoring of the service level agreements. Represent the department at fora,
including but not limited to litigation (civil / labour), Bargaining Councils, CCMA,
Labour Court, etc. Participate in the development of the 5-year strategic plan,
the Annual Performance Plan and Operational Plan for the Directorate. Monitor
implementation and report monthly, quarterly and annually to enhance the
overall performance of the Directorate Manage resources which include, inter
alia: Budget, Training, mentoring and development, performance
management, work allocation.
ENQUIRIES : Mr TM Mabilo at 082 787 9659
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