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2 x Senior State Law Advisor Vacancies For Department Of Justice And Constitutional Development

SALARY

R1 132 806 – R1 762 857 per annum (Salary will be in accordance with OSD determination).
The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement.

CENTRE

Office of the Chief State Law Adviser: Cape Town

REQUIREMENTS

  • Education:
    • LLB Degree or a recognized 4-year legal qualification.
  • Experience:
    • At least 8 years of appropriate post-qualification litigation/legal advisory experience.
  • Professional Admission:
    • Admission as an Attorney or Advocate.
    • A postgraduate qualification will be an advantage.
  • Knowledge:
    • Comprehensive understanding of the law, particularly Constitutional Law and Human Rights.
    • In-depth knowledge of the Constitution of South Africa, relevant case law, and cause of action.
    • Practical experience in Bill drafting.
    • Familiarity with the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), Public Service Act, Treasury Regulations, and Project Management.
  • Skills and Competencies:
    • Legal research and drafting.
    • Dispute resolution.
    • Analytical thinking.
    • Communication skills (written and verbal).
    • Presentation and facilitation skills.
    • Financial management skills.
    • Computer literacy.
    • Strategic planning and leadership skills.
    • Ability to work independently, as part of a team, and under pressure.

DUTIES

  • Provide the certification and drafting of Bills.
  • Scrutinize subordinate legislation for the National Executive and other organs of state.
  • Scrutinize and provide legal opinions on International Agreements, treaties, and related matters.
  • Mentor, advise, and guide juniors/lower-level production employees.
  • Provide effective people management.

ENQUIRIES

Mr. M. Mokoena
Tel: (012) 744 2026

APPLICATIONS

Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your application to:

  • Postal Address:
    The Human Resources: Department of Justice and Constitutional Development
    Private Bag X81, Pretoria, 0001
  • Physical Address:
    Application Box, First Floor Reception, East Tower, Momentum Building
    329 Pretorius Street, Pretoria

APPLICATIONS AND CLOSING DATE:

Interested applicants must submit their applications for employment via this link or to the address specified in each post.
Closing Date: 27 January 2025


APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

  1. Applications must include:
    • A completed and signed Form Z83 (available at any Public Service Department or online at www.gov.za).
    • A detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV).
  2. Certified Copies:
    • Identity Document (ID), Senior Certificate, highest required qualification, and driver’s license (where necessary) will only be submitted by shortlisted candidates to HR on or before the interview date.
  3. Important Notes:
    • Applications that do not comply with the above specifications will not be considered and will be disqualified.
    • It remains the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that their application reaches the Department, noting the different submission options provided.
    • A SAQA evaluation report must accompany foreign qualifications.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES:

  • All shortlisted candidates for SMS (Senior Management Service) posts will:
    • Be subjected to a technical and competency assessment.
    • Be required to provide a pre-entry certificate obtained from the National School of Government (NSG) before appointment.
    • Complete a financial disclosure form.
    • Undergo a security clearance process.
  • Foreign nationals or dual citizenship holders must provide a Police Clearance Certificate from their country of origin only if shortlisted.

EMPLOYMENT EQUITY:

The Department of Justice and Constitutional Development (DOJ&CD) is an equal-opportunity employer.

  • In the filling of vacant posts, the objectives of section 195(1)(i) of the Constitution of South Africa, 1996 (Act No: 108 of 1996), the Employment Equity Act, 1998 (Act No: 55 of 1998), and relevant Human Resources policies will be considered.
  • Reasonable accommodation will be applied for People with Disabilities, including whom a driver’s license is a requirement.
  • Preference will be given to Employment Equity (EE) targets, with women and people with disabilities encouraged to apply.

GENERAL NOTES:

  • Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
  • If you do not hear from the Department within three months of this advertisement, kindly consider your application unsuccessful.
  • The Department reserves the right not to fill these positions.

Please note that the post of Court Manager with Ref No: 76/2024/WC (Post 45/58), advertised in the Public Service Vacancy Circular 45 dated 06 December 2024, with a closing date of 23 December 2024, has been withdrawn.