Western Cape Department of the Premier
An LLB-Degree with admission as an Advocate or Attorney; LP 7: A minimum of 5 years' appropriate practical post qualification legal experience; LP 8: A minimum of 9 years' appropriate practical post qualification legal experience;
A valid driving license (Code B or higher). Note: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities but have reasonable access to transport may also apply. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Constitutional, legal and institutional arrangements governing the South African public sector;
Constitutional Law, PAJA, PAIA, POPIA, Interpretation of Statues; Procurement and tendering processes; Relevant legislation, case law litigation trends as well as thorough understanding of the regulatory framework, policies and best practices that influence line functions.
Skills in the following: Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc); Ability to work independently and as part of a team; Exceptional communication skills (written and verbal);
Presentation and facilitation skills; Project Management.
Render legal training to departments, public entities and municipalities; Render legal research and advisory services on governance matters, including proactive counsel to the executive and departments; Render legal governance assessments and reporting services to provincial departments and entities;
Render transversal legal governance service in respect of the Promotion of Access to Information Act (PAIA), Promotion of Administrative Justice Act (PAJA), Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and other constitutional legislation; Review and maintain delegations for members of the executive and departments.
Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
Ms S van Aarde Tel No: (021) 483 8433
Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and will be required to submit duly completed and signed vetting and supporting documentation within the timeframe communicated by the WCG and prior to the interview date. Failure to provide the required duly completed and signed vetting and supporting documentation within the prescribed timeframe, without reasonable justification, may result in the shortlisted candidate not being considered further in the current recruitment and selection process. All shortlisted candidates shall undertake two pre-entry assessments.
One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department. By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference.
Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving. Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. Contact the helpline at 086 137 0214.
For all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.
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