Pay: R556 356 annually Western Cape is the center. Area: Regional Headquarters LLB or a comparable legal degree is required. eight (8) years of legal experience following qualification. It will be advantageous to have an admitted lawyer or advocate. experience as a supervisor in a legal administrative setting. knowledgeable in computers. A current driver’s license. Qualities & Characteristics: outstanding communication skills both in writing and speaking. Strong facilitation, dispute resolution, and negotiating abilities. Credibility and service delivery. abilities in decision-making, analysis, and presentation. Writing, listening, organizing, and conceptualization abilities. Take charge and exercise leadership. administration of finances. management of change. leadership of the team. project administration. Presentation abilities. handling of conflicts. education and training. time control. Confidentiality. mentoring and coaching. knowledge of the legislative framework and public service policies. Client orientation and service delivery. honesty and integrity. Assertiveness. the capacity to network. readiness to travel. strategic thinking in action. Impact and influence. DUTIES: Overseeing, managing, and resolving lawsuits brought against and on behalf of the department. Give the department legal guidance. Start the department’s policy revision process. draft memoranda on changes to the policy. Draft laws and legal documents. Get requests for legal support from employees. Provide the department with legal guidance. Perform legal education and research. Act as the department’s representative in a variety of forums. Oversee the component’s legal administration officers. administration of finances, assets, and human resources. Control performance data. Keep up legal libraries. QUESTIONS: Ms. NA Mdladlamba’s phone number is (021) 550-6014. Ms. A. Reddy’s phone number is (021) 559-7929. Ms. NC Sotyibi (Tel No. 021) 558 0518; Mr. S. Sikisazane (Tel No. 021) 558 0108 NOTE: Public Service Act-based appointment.