Assistant State Attorney (LP3-LP4)

Overview

Assistant State Attorney position in East London requiring an LLB, admission as an attorney, and two years of litigation experience to handle litigation and legal drafting.

Requirements

• An NQF level 7 qualification in Law / LLB as recognised by SAQA.
• Four (4) year recognized legal qualification;
• Admission as an Attorney;
• At least 2 years appropriate post qualification legal / litigation experience;
• A valid driver’s license.
• Skills and Competencies: Computer literacy;
• Legal research and drafting;
• Dispute resolution;
• Case flow management;
• Strategic and conceptual orientation;
• Communication skills (written and verbal).
• Skills and Competencies: Computer literacy;
• Legal research and drafting;
• Dispute resolution;
• Case flow management;
• Strategic and conceptual orientation;
• Communication skills (written and verbal).

Duties

• Handle litigation and appeals in the High Courts, Magistrate’s Court, Labour Courts, Land Claims Court and CCMA;
• Draft and/or settle all types of agreements on behalf of the various clients;
• Render legal opinions and advice;
• Handle all forms of arbitration, including inter-departmental arbitration and debt collection.
• Provide effective people management.

How to apply

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.

Enquiries: Ms T Ramohlale Tel No: (012) 406 4879 /Cell: +27 71 761 5052

Notes

A separate application must be submitted for each position quoting the relevant reference number. Applicants are invited to submit applications, quoting the relevant reference number to the link and or address indicated in each specific advertisement. Applications should be accompanied by a fully completed and signed Application for Employment Form (New Z83, effective from 1 January 2021, obtainable at www.dpsa.gov.za), citing the correct post number and job title; a comprehensive CV (citing the start and end date (dd/mm/yy), job title, detailed duties performed and exit reason for each employment period to be considered, as well as the details of three contactable employment references and copies of educational qualifications. Applicants who possess foreign qualification(s), are furthermore required to submit the evaluated results of such qualifications as received from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre- entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. These assessments are aimed at assessing candidate’s professional and technical competency against the job requirements and duties, general job fit, integrity and digital literacy). All shortlisted candidates for SMS positions will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) candidates will undergo psychometric assessment to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural, emotional intelligence and integrity. All suitable candidates will be subjected to mandatory pre-employment screening/ suitability checks/ verification (credit, criminal, citizenship, qualifications, employment pending disciplinary action and professional registration. Suitable candidates for Senior Management Service positions will also be required to successfully complete the online Nyukela Pre-entry Certificate to Senior Management Services course, which can be accessed via: http://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. Candidates wishing to be considered for appointment, are encouraged to enrol for the course as soon as possible. Due to high volumes anticipated, communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates. The Department reserves the right not to make an appointment. The Department of Justice and Constitutional Development (DOJ&CD) seeks to appoint exceptional, ethical and visionary leaders to join its executive leadership team in advancing constitutional democracy. Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. The Department is committed to providing equal opportunities and affirmative action employment. It is our intention to promote representativity in terms of (race, gender, and disability). MANAGEMENT ECHELON