CHIEF DIRECTOR: LEGAL SERVICES is a South African government vacancy at Department of Public Service and Administration (DPSA). This job is part of Circular 17 of 2026 from the DPSA. centre: Pretoria | closing date: 08 June 2026. Use this page to review the requirements, duties, application instructions and official source links before applying.
Job details
Salary
R1 494 900 per annum (Level 14), an all-inclusive remuneration package. Annual progression up to a maximum salary of R1 787 328 per annum is possible, subject to satisfactory performance. The all-inclusive remuneration package consists of a basic salary, the state’s contribution to the Government Employees Pension Fund and a flexible portion that may be structured according to personal needs within a framework.
Centre
Pretoria
Requirements
- A minimum qualification at NQF level 7 in Law/ Bachelor of Laws (LLB), or a Bachelor of Procurations (B Proc).
- Admitted as an attorney or an Advocate.
- Minimum of five (5) years’ experience at a senior management level.
- Ten (10) years’ experience in Legal Services environment with specific focus on drafting and processing of legislation, litigation and provision of legal advice and opinions.
- Sound Knowledge of (1) the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, (2) the constitutional and legislative mandates of the Minister for the Public Service and Administration, (3) all other legislation related to public service and administration.
- Managerial Skills: Strategic management, Human resources management, Financial management, Risk management and Stakeholder management.
- Competencies: Decision making, leadership, communication, problem solving and emotional intelligence.
Duties
- Manage the process of drafting Public Administration legislation.
- Manage the review of legislation administered by the Minister for the Public Service and Administration of Public Administration Manage the provision of legal advisory services to the Executive Authority, the department and external stakeholders.
- Manage the provision of ligation services.
- Perform duties of a Deputy Information Officer.
- Ensure the department’s compliance with the PAJA, POPIA and PAIA and other relevant legislation.
- Manage the operations, human and financial resources of the Chief Directorate.
- Attend all departmental and any other meetings as directed.
- Represent the department in intra-departmental, inter-departmental and other committees or work streams on legal matters.
Enquiries
Ms. Linda Dludla Tel No: (012) 336 1282
Applications
Where to send your application.
Applications quoting the reference number must be addressed to Mr. Thabang Ntsiko. Applications must be posted to the Department of Public Service and Administration, Private Bag X916, Pretoria, 0001, or delivered to 546 Edmond Street, Batho Pele House, cnr. Edmond and Hamilton Street, Pretoria, Arcadia 0083, or emailed to Advert042026@dpsa.gov.za
Department Notes
Applications must quote the relevant reference number and consist of: (1) A fully completed and signed NEW Z83 form which can be downloaded at https://www.dpsa.gov.za/newsroom/psvc/.”From 1 January 2021 should an application be received using the incorrect application for employment (Z83), it will not be considered”, (2) a recent comprehensive CV, contactable referees (telephone numbers and email addresses must be indicated); Note 1: Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on application. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified documents of qualifications. Foreign qualifications must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). All non-SA citizens must submit a copy of proof of permanent residence in South Africa on or before the day of the interviews. All shortlisted candidates for Senior Management Services (SMS) posts shall undertake two pre-entry assessments (Technical exercise and Integrity (Ethical Conduct). Suitable candidates identified by the selection and interview panel must undergo, (1) competency assessment, (2) personnel suitability checks on criminal records, citizen verification, financial records and (3) qualification verification. Note 2: Prior to appointment the nominated candidate will be required to complete the Nyukela Public Service SMS Pre-entry Programme, an online course offered by the National School of Government (NSG). The course can be accessed from the following link https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/.The successful candidate will be expected to (1) undergo vetting processes (2) enter into an employment contract and a performance agreement within 3 months of appointment, as well as (3) complete a financial interests declaration form within one month of appointment and annually thereafter. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. If you have not been contacted within three months of the closing date of the advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
Original Text
SALARY : R1 494 900 per annum (Level 14), an all-inclusive remuneration package. Annual progression up to a maximum salary of R1 787 328 per annum is
possible, subject to satisfactory performance. The all-inclusive remuneration package consists of a basic salary, the state’s contribution to the Government
Employees Pension Fund and a flexible portion that may be structured according to personal needs within a framework.
CENTRE : Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS : A minimum qualification at NQF level 7 in Law/ Bachelor of Laws (LLB), or a Bachelor of Procurations (B Proc). Admitted as an attorney or an Advocate.
Minimum of five (5) years’ experience at a senior management level. Ten (10)
years’ experience in Legal Services environment with specific focus on drafting and processing of legislation, litigation and provision of legal advice and
opinions. Sound Knowledge of (1) the Constitution of the Republic of South
Africa, (2) the constitutional and legislative mandates of the Minister for the
Public Service and Administration, (3) all other legislation related to public service and administration. Managerial Skills: Strategic management, Human
resources management, Financial management, Risk management and
Stakeholder management. Competencies: Decision making, leadership, communication, problem solving and emotional intelligence.
DUTIES : Manage the process of drafting Public Administration legislation. Manage the review of legislation administered by the Minister for the Public Service and
Administration of Public Administration Manage the provision of legal advisory
services to the Executive Authority, the department and external stakeholders.
Manage the provision of ligation services. Perform duties of a Deputy
Information Officer. Ensure the department’s compliance with the PAJA, POPIA and PAIA and other relevant legislation. Manage the operations, human and
financial resources of the Chief Directorate. Attend all departmental and any other meetings as directed. Represent the department in intra-departmental,
inter-departmental and other committees or work streams on legal matters.
ENQUIRIES : Ms. Linda Dludla Tel No: (012) 336 1282
APPLICATIONS : Applications quoting the reference number must be addressed to Mr. Thabang Ntsiko. Applications must be posted to the Department of Public Service and
Administration, Private Bag X916, Pretoria, 0001, or delivered to 546 Edmond
Street, Batho Pele House, cnr. Edmond and Hamilton Street, Pretoria, Arcadia
0083, or emailed to Advert042026@dpsa.gov.za
Official source
This vacancy was imported from DPSA Circular 17 of 2026 for reference.
Disclaimer: This vacancy was imported from the official DPSA circular PDF. Please confirm the reference number, closing date, and application instructions in the original circular before applying. View the official DPSA vacancy circulars.