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:
- 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).
- 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.
- 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.