SALARY : R420 642 – R1 005 801 per annum, (all-inclusive package), salary will be in
accordance with OSD Determination for legal qualified personnel.
CENTRE : Johannesburg
REQUIREMENTS : An LLB degree coupled with a minimum of 8 years post qualification
experience in the legal environment. Admission as an Attorney or Advocate.
At least three years’ experience in a managerial position in legal environment.
Proven knowledge and experience in litigation, drafting and vetting of
contracts, contract management, conducting legal research and providing well
researched legal opinions. Good communication skills (written & verbal).
Ability to draft comprehensive and well researched legal opinions. Ability to
draft, review, vet policies, contracts, SLAs, charters and Memorandum of
Understanding (MOU). Basic understanding of legislation applicable to the
Public Service including thorough knowledge of administrative law, knowledge
of SCM regulatory framework, PFMA and relevant National Treasury
prescripts, LRA, PSA and regulations. Extensive knowledge and proven
experience in labour relations litigation and dispute resolution procedure will
serve as an added advantage. Good Office Administration, planning, and
organisational skills. Computer skills in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint,
etc.). A valid driver’s license will be an added advantage.
DUTIES : Provide litigation management services and support including Labour
Relations matters. Conduct vetting of policies, contracts, charters and related
legal documents. Draft contracts, MOU’s and SLA’s, memorandum, and letters
on behalf of the Department. Provide well researched legal opinions and
advice in complex matters relating to the operations of the Department. Ensure
that the administrative and contractual decisions of the department are
compliant with governing legislation and to provide advice, presentations,
awareness raising on the impact of any new legislative requirements and
related issues. Provide support on contract management services, support
practitioners in the drafting of procurement contracts. Drafting, reviewing and
vetting contracts after consultation with business units. Reviewing and
carrying out the amendments to draft contracts. Management of
correspondence in the event of breaches of contract or legal disputes including
contract cancellation. Manage the resolution of legal disputes which includes
representing the Department (e-Gov) at arbitrations and in a court of law in
addition to liaising without side appointed legal professionals. Ensure and
maintain professionalism in providing key legal support to business units within
the e-Gov. Ensure that all administration processes adhere to legislative and
policy compliance including PFMA, PAJA and PAIA. Compile instructions to
external consultants, State Attorneys and manage the progress of matters until
finalization. Produce monthly reports and analysis of matters received.
Responsible for setting performance targets.
ENQUIRIES : Mr. Themba Psungo Tel No: (011) 689 6980 or 060 543 9098