DIRECTOR: LEGAL SERVICES REF NO: DPWI 01/10/2023
PROVINCIAL ADMINISTRATION: EASTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS & INFRASTRUCTURE
SALARY: R1 162 200 per annum (Level 13), an all-inclusive remuneration package
CENTRE: Bhisho
REQUIREMENTS
National Senior Certificate, Bachelor’s Degree (NQF Level 7) in Law/LLB with five (5) years’ relevant legal experience at a Deputy Director Level (Middle Management Level). Admission and enrolment as an Advocate or Attorney is compulsory. Experience in and understanding of the constitutional framework and South African Judicial system. A valid driver’s licence. Pre-entry certificate for the Senior Management Service (SMS). Knowledge and Skills: Legal research and drafting of legislation and litigation procedures. Interpretation. Good communication and interpersonal skills. Dispute Resolution skills. Presentation skills. Report writing. Planning and decision making. Government and Departmental policies and strategies. Maintenance of confidential information. Regulations and other prescripts. Competencies: Strategic Capability and Leadership. Communication. Client orientation and Customer Focus. People Management and Empowerment. Problem Analysis and Solving. Financial Management. Programme and Project Management. Results/ Quality Management. Decision Making. Knowledge Management. Change Management. Stakeholder and customer relationship.
DUTIES
- Prepare and provide general legal advice on matters affecting the Department.
- Draft legal documents and contract entered into by/with the Department.
- Provide litigation support to the Department. Liaise with different stakeholders, particularly the Office of the Premier and Office of the State Attorney.
- Obtain responses and/or clarifications from line functionaries on queries and questions raised by the State Attorney’s Office.
- Provide assistance and strategic input in the overall management of the Directorate.
- Undertake efficient budgetary and expenditure control and procurement in terms of the PFMA, Treasury.
- Provide legal training and presentation on the acts provided by or that have a bearing on the Department.
ENQUIRIES: Can be directed to Ms S. Zazini Tel No: (040) 602 4553 / Ms S. Mdoda Tel No: (040) 602 4140
e-recruitment Technical Enquiries: e-recruitment-bhisho@ecdpw.gov.za
APPLICATIONS: Applications can be forwarded through via the following option: All applicants may utilise the e-recruitment system which is available on www.ecprov.gov.za or https://e-recruitment.ecotp.gov.za To report technical glitches, for assistance regarding the system, and/or for activation of your profile, send an
email to: e-recruitment-bhisho@ecdpw.gov.za (NB: For technical glitches only – No CVS). with your ID Number, your profile email address, details of the issue. Technical support is limited to working hours: (08:00-16:30 Mon-Thurs and 08:00-16:00 on Fri). Should you submit your applications/CV to: erecruitment-bhisho@ecdpw.gov.za and not as specified, your application will be regarded as lost and will not be considered. Refer all applications related enquiries to the specified contact person
NOTE: Persons with disability and people from previously disadvantaged groups are encouraged to apply.
CLOSING DATE : 27 October 2023
