Circular 27 of 2026 · Post 27/245

LEGAL ADMIN OFFICER MR-4

North West Department of Social Development

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Closing date: 15 days remaining

Job details

Circular
27 of 2026
Page No.
13
Circular Post
27/245
Department
North West Department of Social Development
Province
North West
Closing date
17 August 2026

Application and salary information

Salary

R403 929 – R461 838 per annum, (salary will be in accordance with OSD determination)

Application route

Complete submission instructions are provided under How to apply.

Vacancy information

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Centre
Provincial Office
Reference information
SD/1/10/26/E
Salary information
R403 929 – R461 838 per annum, (salary will be in accordance with OSD determination)

Requirements

  • An LLB degree.
  • 5 years’ postgraduate legal experience .Sound knowledge of the law .An understanding of Batho Pele principles .Knowledge of the Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations and PFMA .Knowledge of and experience in Public Service legislation .Computer literacy .Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written) .Accuracy and attention to detail .Problem-solving, report-writing and time management skills .The ability to make presentations .Good interpersonal and inter-cultural relations .The ability to liaise with senior officials .The ability to draft contracts or any other legal instruments.
  • A valid driver’s licence.
  • Competencies: Ability to maintain confidentiality.
  • Good communication skills.
  • Good time keeping.
  • Ability to work as a team.
  • Problem solving skills.
  • Planning and organizing skills.
  • Knowledge of relevant legislations, policies and procedures in Child and youth Care.
  • Interpersonal and Leadership skills.
  • Able to do shift work.

Duties

  • Provide legal opinion in respect of the mandate of the Department.
  • Coordinate the implementation of new legislation with provincial stakeholders.
  • Draft legal documentation and reports for and give advice to Senior Management on a variety of legal matters.
  • Respond to petitions, representations and complaints from civil society and other Government departments.
  • ENQUIRES : Adv TJ Ntuane Tel No: (018) 388 2010/4014

How to apply

Where and how to submit your application.

Notes and Z83 guidance

To apply, submit a completed Z83 form and detailed Curriculum Vitae via email or hand delivery. On the subject line of your e-mail, indicate the correct name of the post and the reference number include the department, also use the correct e-mail.

  • All attachments for online submission must include the Z83 form and updated Curriculum Vitae only be in PDF Format, also as one document.
  • Failure to do so, your application will be disqualified. Compliance: It is compulsory to fill all fields on the New Amended Z83 Form (81/971431) as prescribed with effect 01 January 2021, part of declaration must be signed, dated and initialed only on the first page. The Form is obtainable at any Public Service Departments and DPSA Website, www.dpsa.gov.za. Part A the applicant(s) must indicate the correct advertised Post name and Centre, Reference number. The Z83 Form must be accompanied by a recently updated Curriculum Vitae with full personal details, qualifications current and previous experience must be listed in date’s order, with relevant requirements of the post including three (3) names of contactable referees. Part B, C and D applicant must provide sufficient information relevant to the post applying for. Parts B, C and E fields for date of birth, work permit, business interest and preferred language, current study can be left blank, mark them as not relevant, and uses dashes or N/A if they don’t apply to you. Part E, F and G may not be fill if your CV already has the updated information.
  • Applicant can skip experience section, but Part F is compulsory to be completed if you are seeking reemployment into the Public Service. Please note: It is a responsibility of a Person in possession of a foreign qualification to furnish the Department with an evaluation certificate from South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) only when shortlisted.
  • Only shortlisted candidate(s) for post will be required to submit certified documents on or before the day of the interview. NB: Successful completion of the Nyukela Public Service (SMS Pre Entry Certificate) is required prior to finalisation of an appointment into any SMS post. For more details on the pre-entry course visit: https: www.thensg.gov.za/training -course/sms-pre-entry programme. Note: All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity. NB: All shortlisted candidates including SMS, shall undertake two preentry assessments. One must be a practical exercise, and the other must be an Integrity (Ethical Conduct) Assessment. Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process.
  • Applications received after the closing date will, as a rule will not be accepted. It will be expected of candidates to be available for interview process on a date, time and place as determined by the Department.
  • Applicant(s) previous background/reference checks will be verified through contactable referees.
  • Shortlisted candidate(s) will be required to undergo personnel suitability checks, which include criminal records, citizenship, financial credits, asset records, qualifications verification and vetting.
  • The successful candidate will enter into an annual performance agreement. The candidate annually will be requested to disclose his/her financial interest.
  • The Department reserves the right not to make appointment.
  • Applicant requiring additional information regarding advertised post must direct their enquiries to the relevant person indicated. NB: Communication and Correspondence will be limited to short listed candidates only. If you have not heard from us within six (3) months after the closing date, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.
  • Applications can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours. NB: Regrettably due to excessive budget cuts, the department is not in a position to mee any travel and subsistence costs relating to the recruitment process for the shortlisted candidates. MANAGEMENT ECHELON

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Original Text
POST 27/245 : LEGAL ADMIN OFFICER MR-4: REF NO: SD/1/10/26/E Chief Directorate: Corporate Services.
SALARY : R403 929 – R461 838 per annum, (salary will be in accordance with OSD determination)
CENTRE : Provincial Office
REQUIREMENTS : An LLB degree. 5 years’ postgraduate legal experience .Sound knowledge of the law .An understanding of Batho Pele principles .Knowledge of the Public
Service Act, Public Service Regulations and PFMA .Knowledge of and experience in Public Service legislation .Computer literacy .Excellent
communication skills (both verbal and written) .Accuracy and attention to detail
.Problem-solving, report-writing and time management skills .The ability to make presentations .Good interpersonal and inter-cultural relations .The ability
to liaise with senior officials .The ability to draft contracts or any other legal instruments. A valid driver’s licence. Competencies: Ability to maintain
confidentiality. Good communication skills. Good time keeping. Ability to work as a team. Problem solving skills. Planning and organizing skills. Knowledge
of relevant legislations, policies and procedures in Child and youth Care.
Interpersonal and Leadership skills. Able to do shift work.
DUTIES : Provide legal opinion in respect of the mandate of the Department. Coordinate the implementation of new legislation with provincial stakeholders. Draft legal
documentation and reports for and give advice to Senior Management on a variety of legal matters. Respond to petitions, representations and complaints
from civil society and other Government departments.
ENQUIRES : Adv TJ Ntuane Tel No: (018) 388 2010/4014
APPLICATIONS : E-Mail: SDRecruitmentPO@nwpg.gov.za

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