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Requirements

Knowledge

• Sound and in-depth knowledge of relevant prescripts
• application of Human Resources prescripts as well as understanding of the legislative framework governing Public Service such as Employment Equity Act
• Skills Development Act
• Basic Conditions of Employment Act
• Labour Relations Act
• Public Service Act
• Promotion of Administrative Justice Act
• Promotion of Access to Information Act
• Public Service Regulations and various Bargaining Council resolutions.

Skills

• SKILLS: Negotiation skills
• Planning and Organizing
• Time Management
• Policy Analysis and Development
• Good Communication skills
• Group Dynamics
• Diversity Management
• Facilitation skills
• Coordination skills
• Knowledge Management skills.

Competencies

• COMPETENCIES: Strategic Capability and Leadership
• People Management and Empowerment
• Programme and Project Management
• Financial Management
• Change Management
• Knowledge Management
• Service delivery innovation
• Problem Solving and analysis
• Client orientation
• Customer Focus and Communication.

Duties

Offer legal opinions and advices by advising MEC on appeals lodged against administrative decisions taken in terms of legislation guiding the department, studying and researching the case at hand to give an informed opinion, analysing and checking prospects of success, giving advice to proceed or not, liaising with experts on the relevant fields of law and advising on settlement to avoid unnecessary legal costs.

Monitor Legal Contracts by scrutinizing agreements and comply with prescribed procedure for the conclusion of binding documents, identifying the intention of the contract and provide legal advice during conceptualization of the contract, conducting risk assessment to avoid unnecessary financial loss and litigation, consulting with staff and external parties involved in the contract, liaising with State Law Advisors on contracts and rendering regular workshops on contracts.

Communicate with State Attorney on litigation matters involving the department by managing the investigation and compiling relevant documents to State Attorney, dealing with litigation on behalf of the department through the State Attorney, conducting research on case at hand to establish state liabilities, giving instructions to State Attorney during court proceedings, managing the investigation and compilation of evidence from Staff and Management, managing the cases referred to the State Attorney with regards to dates and ensuring court appearance by officials and avoid prescription, assisting State Attorney to prepare briefs to advocates where necessary and verifying correctness of the invoices for payment of the State Attorney.

Ensure that there is sound labour stability and by providing support to Legal Services directorate and Corporate Management Services.

Management of the directorate budget in accordance with the financial management prescripts.

How to apply

Email: CSTMrecruitment04@nwpg.gov.za

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Notes

Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting.

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.

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