Re-advertisement, (Those who previously applied need not re-apply
SALARY
:
R1 162 200 per annum, (an all-inclusive package)
CENTRE
:
Hatfield, Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS
:
Applicants must be in possession of an LLB or relevant Legal Degree (NQF
level 7) as recognised by SAQA, with at least five (5) years’ verifiable
experience at middle management level in the legal field, as well as experience
in the legal practice. The candidate must be an admitted Attorney. Admission
as an Advocate will be an added advantage. Legal practice in legislation
drafting, contracts drafting and vetting is a prerequisite. Nyukela Pre-entry
certificate for Senior Management Services is a requirement for appointment.
The required key competencies are: Strategic capability and leadership,
programme and project management, financial management, service delivery
and innovation, problem-solving and analysis, risk management, change
management, knowledge management and people management. Knowledge:
The candidate must have operational knowledge of, and exposure to
Constitutional Law, Administrative Law, Corporate Law, the legislation and
other prescripts applicable in public administration and the Public Service.
Knowledge of all legislation administered by GCIS and its Entities, Protection
of Personal Information Act, Magistrates Court Act, Intergovernmental
Relations Framework Act, Supreme Court Act, Promotion of Administrative
Justice Act, Public Service Act, Public Finance Management Act, Financial
Regulations, Government Policies, Public service regulations. The candidate
must have ability to analyse and develop policy. He/she must have excellent
communications skills (both written and verbal), client orientation and customer
focused, and time management skills. A valid driver’s license is essential.
DUTIES
:
The successful candidate will be responsible to manage all legal services
matters of the Department. Draft Legislation for GCIS and or for its entities,
Management of the litigation processes for the department. Receive
instructions for drafting and/or vetting of contracts, drafting and/or vetting of
contracts, vetting and advising on international agreements, liaising with
DIRCO and the Office of Chief State law adviser. Develop and update the GCIS
Regulatory Universe, monitor compliance with legislative requirements,
Conduct awareness sessions and information sharing sessions on areas of
non-compliance. Provide legal advice to limit legal disputes, research relevant
case law, legislation and legal literature applicable to the legal question, and
review departmental policies to ensure that they are constitutional and
compliant with primary legislation. Manage all litigations for the department.
Receiving summonses and defending matters. Advocate for legislation,
regulations, acts and policies. Manage legal strategies and ensure compliance.
Consult with stakeholders on matters related to legal services. Effectively
manage human and financial resources in line with the PFMA. Manage the
drafting and amendment of the legislation administered by the department.
Ensure effective governance and compliance within the Directorate. Draft
contracts, memorandum of understanding, legal instructions and provide
general legal advice as required by the department.
ENQUIRIES
:
Ms Lungile Tshabalala Tel No: (012) 473 0074/Mr Paul Kwerane Tel No: (012)
473 0407
NOTE
:
For further details on the Public Service SMS Pre-Entry Certificate, please visit
the NSG website: www.thensg.gov.za. The successful candidate must disclose
to the Director-General particulars of all registrable financial interests and sign
an employment contract within one month from the date of assumption of duty,
as well as sign a performance agreement with the Minister within three months
from the date of assumption of duty