POST 30/56 : SENIOR LEGAL ADMINISTRATION OFFICERS (MR-6) REF NO:
DHET21/08/2022 (X2 POSTS)
Branch: Planning, Policy and Strategy
Directorate: Legal and Legislative Services (Skills and Corporate Services)
(Re-advertised and candidates who had previously applied may re-apply)
SALARY : R473 820 – R1 157 940 per annum, (OSD Scales)
CENTRE : Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate LLB or 4 years recognised legal qualification. A minimum of
eight (8) years of appropriate legal experience post obtaining the legal
qualification; Admission as an Attorney or Advocate (preferably but not a
requirement); Thorough and proven knowledge of labour relations and labour
law in a unionised environment. Knowledge of Government and Departmental
Policies and Strategies would be an added advantage. Knowledge of the Public
Finance Management Act and Regulations, Skills Development legislation and
budgetary/financial management will also be an advantage. Skills and
Competencies: Legal research and drafting skills (legislation; sub-ordinate
legislation, legal opinions; agreements); Planning and decision-making skills;
Strategic capability and leadership; Interpersonal; Problem Solving and
Dispute Resolution; Time Management; Report Writing, Computer literacy (MS
Office), Communication (written and verbal). Willingness to travel and a valid
driver’s licence.
DUTIES : The person appointed to this challenging position in the directorate Legal and
Legislative Services: Skills and Corporate Services will be fully involved in all
key performance areas: Litigation; Legislation; Dispute Resolution and Legal
Advice and in the disciplinary processes of both middle and senior
management. Develop plans and strategic interventions related to the
implementation of relevant legislation. Coordinate and liaise with relevant
stakeholders/role players on effective implementation of the legal framework
related to Skills Development. Draft, develop and compile legal documents;
memoranda; reports and government notices. Monitor and evaluate reports
related to the implementation of the legislation. Monitor and analyse legislation
and provide legal advice on the impact of current legislation and Bills of other
departments on the Department and recommend appropriate interventions.
Conduct legal research and provide legal advice. Draft legal opinions and
guidelines or any other policy to facilitate the implementation of the relevant
legislation. Respond to parliamentary questions and requests in terms of PAIA.
Handle ad hoc tasks in line with instructions.
ENQUIRIES : Mr P Mtshali Tel No: 012 312 5089 / Mr R Kgare Tel No: 012 312 5442 / Mr D
Moyane Tel No: 012 312 5165
APPLICATIONS : DHET invites applicants to apply online on the New Z83 form by accessing the
Departmental Website (click the ‘apply now’ button) or
http://z83.ngnscan.co.za/apply
NOTE : following the easy prompts/instructions. Upload the supporting documents
namely, (1) a comprehensive CV, and (2) copies of all qualifications (including
matriculation), identity document, valid driver’s licence, and any other
document (where required). A fully completed and signed Z83 form will be
considered. A user guide and ‘how to’ videos will assist in how to complete the
form and digital signature. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit
certified documents/copies on or before the day of the interviews. It is the
applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South
African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Candidates whose appointments
promote representativity in terms of race, gender, and disability will receive
preference. All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a
technical exercise that intends to test relevant technical elements of the job,
the logistics of which will be communicated by the Department. The successful
candidate(s) will be required to undergo a Competency Assessment. One of
the minimum entry requirements for the SMS position is the Pre-entry
Certificate. No appointment will take place without the successful completion
of the pre-entry certificate and submission thereof. For more details on the pre-
entry course visit: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-
programme/. The candidate(s) will be required to sign an annual performance agreement, disclose his/her financial interests, and be subjected to security
clearance. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months of the closing
date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was
unsuccessful. Suitable candidates will be subjected to personnel suitability
checks (criminal record check, citizenship verification, qualification/study
verification, and previous employment verification). Applications received after
the closing date will not be considered. “DHET is committed to providing equal
opportunities and practising affirmative action employment. It is our intention
to promote representativity in terms of (race, gender, and disability) in the
organisation. Women and people living with disability will receive preference in
all DHET posts”.
CLOSING DATE : 02 September 2022