Circular 32 of 2026 · Post 32/154

DEPUTY DIRECTOR: LEGAL CASE ASSESSMENT & ADJUDICATION

Department of Social Development (DSD)

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Job details

Circular
32 of 2026
Page No.
5
Circular Post
32/154
Department
Department of Social Development (DSD)
Closing date
18 September 2026

Application and salary information

Salary

R932 292 per annum. This inclusive remuneration package consists of a basic salary, the states’ contribution to the Government Employees Pension Fund and a flexible portion that may be structured i.t.o. the applicable rules.

Application route

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Vacancy information

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Centre
HSRC Building, Pretoria
Salary information
R932 292 per annum. This inclusive remuneration package consists of a basic salary, the states’ contribution to the Government Employees Pension Fund and a flexible portion that may be structured i.t.o. the applicable rules.

Requirements

  • A qualification at NQF level 7, as recognised by SAQA, in Law PLUS 3-5 years’ experience at junior management level.
  • Knowledge and understanding of Social Development Sector.
  • Knowledge and understanding of Public Service Act and Regulations.
  • Knowledge and Understanding of PFMA.
  • Knowledge and understanding of procedures, principles, and processes within social assistance.
  • Knowledge and understanding of Constitution of the Republic of South Africa.
  • Knowledge and understanding of Social Assistance Act and Regulations.
  • Knowledge and understanding of Social Security Agency Act.
  • Knowledge and understanding of PAIA, POPIA and PAJA.
  • Competencies needed: Communication (Verbal and written).
  • Policy analysis and development.
  • Planning and organizing.
  • People management.
  • Project coordination.
  • Problem solving.
  • Computer literacy.
  • Facilitation and presentation.
  • Stakeholder and client liaison.
  • Monitoring.
  • Report writing.
  • Attributes: Good interpersonal relations.
  • Innovative and creative.
  • Ability to work under pressure.
  • Ability to work in a team and independently.
  • Adaptability.
  • Emotional intelligence.
  • Independent thinking.
  • Cost consciousness.
  • Honesty, reliability and integrity.
  • Assertiveness.

Duties

  • Develop, review and monitor implementation of policies, guidelines, norms and standards for legal case assessment and legal adjudication and monitor compliance by SASSA, ITSAA Tribunal Members and staff members.
  • Coordinate the appointment and capacity building of Legal Tribunal Members of the Independent Tribunal for Social Assistance Appeals.
  • Coordinate and manage adjudication services of social assistance appeals.
  • Manage and coordinate Legal Case Assessments.
  • Manage and report on the budget, human resources, and performance of the sub-directorate in line with the set regulations and prescripts.

Enquiries

Ms E van der Merwe Tel No: (012) 741-6925, Email: ErikaDP@dsd.gov.za

How to apply

Where and how to submit your application.

Notes and Z83 guidance

Curriculum vitae with a detailed description of duties and the names of two referees must accompany your signed application for employment (Z83). If applying for more than one position, applicants must submit separate applications for each position.

  • Shortlisted candidates for a post will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and identity documents on the date of the interview.
  • Applicants are advised that from 1 January 2021, a new application for employment (Z83) form is effective and must be completed in full, failure to use the new Z83 will result in disqualification. The new form can be downloaded online at www.dpsa.gov.za-vacancies.
  • Applicants applying for SMS posts are required to successfully complete the Certificate for entry into the SMS (submitted prior to appointment) and full details can be sourced by following the link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entryprogramme/.
  • Applicants are expected to pay for the course and may enroll for it at a cost of R400.00. The duration of the course is 120 hours.
  • All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine the candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.
  • 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.
  • The successful candidate will sign an annual performance agreement, complete a financial discloser form and will also be required to undergo a security clearance.
  • Candidates nominated for posts on salary levels 2 – 12 may be subjected to a competency assessment during the selection process. If the candidate is applying for an OSD post, certificates of service must be submitted on the date of the interview. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA).
  • Failure to submit the requested documents will result in your application not being considered. Personnel suitability checks will be conducted on shortlisted candidates, and the appointment is subject to positive outcomes of the checks.
  • Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. The selection of candidates will be done with due regard to the relevant aspects of the selection process as set out in the Public Service Amendment Regulations, 2023, Regulation 67.
  • Applications received after the closing date will not be taken into consideration. If you have not been contacted within three months after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
  • Candidates requiring additional information regarding the advertised post may direct their enquiries to the person as indicated above. Internal applicants must submit and register their employment applications at the register book in the DSD reception area for the attention of Mr R Khobatha. DSD reserves the right to cancel the filling/ not to fill a vacancy that was advertised during any stage of the recruitment process.

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Original Text
POST 32/154 : DEPUTY DIRECTOR: LEGAL CASE ASSESSMENT & ADJUDICATION REF NO: Q1/F/2026
Directorate: Legal Case Assessment & Adjudication
SALARY : R932 292 per annum. This inclusive remuneration package consists of a basic
salary, the states’ contribution to the Government Employees Pension Fund
and a flexible portion that may be structured i.t.o. the applicable rules.
CENTRE : HSRC Building, Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS : A qualification at NQF level 7, as recognised by SAQA, in Law PLUS 3-5 years’ experience at junior management level. Knowledge and understanding of
Social Development Sector. Knowledge and understanding of Public Service
Act and Regulations. Knowledge and Understanding of PFMA. Knowledge and understanding of procedures, principles, and processes within social
assistance. Knowledge and understanding of Constitution of the Republic of
South Africa. Knowledge and understanding of Social Assistance Act and
Regulations. Knowledge and understanding of Social Security Agency Act.
Knowledge and understanding of PAIA, POPIA and PAJA. Competencies needed: Communication (Verbal and written). Policy analysis and
development. Planning and organizing. People management. Project coordination. Problem solving. Computer literacy. Facilitation and presentation.
Stakeholder and client liaison. Monitoring. Report writing. Attributes: Good interpersonal relations. Innovative and creative. Ability to work under pressure.
Ability to work in a team and independently. Adaptability. Emotional intelligence. Independent thinking. Cost consciousness. Honesty, reliability and
integrity. Assertiveness.
DUTIES : Develop, review and monitor implementation of policies, guidelines, norms and standards for legal case assessment and legal adjudication and monitor
compliance by SASSA, ITSAA Tribunal Members and staff members.
Coordinate the appointment and capacity building of Legal Tribunal Members of the Independent Tribunal for Social Assistance Appeals. Coordinate and
manage adjudication services of social assistance appeals. Manage and coordinate Legal Case Assessments. Manage and report on the budget,
human resources, and performance of the sub-directorate in line with the set regulations and prescripts.
ENQUIRIES : Ms E van der Merwe Tel No: (012) 741-6925, Email: ErikaDP@dsd.gov.za

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