State LAW Advisor: Chief State LAW Adviser (LP7-LP8)

Overview

Chief State Law Adviser sought by the Department of Justice to conduct legal research, provide opinions, certify bills, and scrutinise legislation for national departments.

Requirements

• An NQF level 7 legal qualification/ LLB Degree as recognised by SAQA.
• A minimum of five (5) years appropriate post qualification litigation/ advisory experience.
• Admittance as an Attorney or Advocate.
• Experience in legal research and legal drafting.
• Sound knowledge and understanding of the Constitution Law, Administrative Law and the Criminal Justice System.
• Knowledge of Public Service Legislative and Governance Framework.
• A valid driver’s license.
• Knowledge, Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations, Public Finance Management, Treasury.
• 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 capabilities and leadership skills;
• Ability to work as a team, individually and under pressure.

Duties

• Conduct legal research including comparative legal research on legislative development.
• Provide the preliminary opinions, certification of bills and advice on legislative drafting.
• Scrutinise primary, secondary and subordinate legislation for the national Departments and other organs of state.
• Scrutinise and provide legal opinion on international agreements and related matters.
• Render legal opinions as per the instructions received from national Departments and other organs of state.

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, Momentum Building, 329 Pretorius Street, Pretoria.

Enquiries: Ms R Sema Tel No: (012) 315 1333

Notes

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). 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 enroll 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