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LEGAL ADMINISTRATION OFFICERS POSTS AT THE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONAL SERVICES

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Legal Administration Officers posts at the Department of Correctional Services

DEADLINE: 17 July 2023

Legal Administration Officers posts at the Department of Correctional Services

LEGAL ADMINISTRATION OFFICERS [MR1-5]

Limpopo, Mpumalanga and North West Region

Klerksdorp (Ref: LMN 2023/06/01)
Bethal (Ref: LMN 2023/06/02)

KwaZulu Natal Region

Pietermaritzburg (Ref: KZN 2023/06/03) [Re-advertisement]

Eastern Cape Region

Regional Office (Ref: EC 2023/06/04) [Re-advertisement]
Sada (Ref: EC 2023/06/05)

Western Cape Region

Helderstroom (Overberg) (Ref: WC 2023/06/06) [Re-advertisement]
Allandale (Ref: WC 2023/06/07) [Re-advertisement]

Salary: 228 915 – R1005 801

(Grade and salary notch will be determined in accordance with the OSD appointment requirements and years of experience

Requirements: LLB or equivalent legal qualification. Prescribed experience requirement is as follows: MR1– no previous legal experience required. MR2– at least 1-years’ appropriate post qualification legal experience. MR3– at least 2-years’ appropriate post qualification legal experience. MR4– at least 8-years’ appropriate post qualification legal experience. MR5– at least 14-years’ appropriate post qualification legal experience. Computer literate. Valid driver’s licence (not applicable to applicants with a dis- ability).

Competencies and attributes: Financial management. Problem solving, decision-making and facilitation skills. Plan, organise, lead and control. Change management. Team leadership. Project management. Presentation skills. Conflict management. Report writ- ing. Training and development. Time management. Confidentiality. Coaching and mentoring. Understanding of Public Service policy and legislative framework. Service delivery and client orientation. Integrity and honesty. Assertiveness. Ability to network. Willingness to travel. Applied strategic thinking. Influence and impact.

Responsibilities: Administration and handling of litigation for and against the department. Initiation of policy amendments in the department. Rendering of legal advice on the activities of the department. Provide legal training. Represent the department at various forums. Undertaking of hearings/trials administration. Maintenance of legal libraries. Planning of activities. Management of human resources, finance and assets. Manage performance information.

Application Notes

Note: ⚫ Before you apply: All costs associated with an application will be borne by the applicant. The Department of Correctional

Services is an equal opportunity employer. The Department will take into consideration the objectives of Section 195 (1) (i) of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, 1996 (Act 108 of 1996) and the Employment Equity Act, 1998 (Act 55 of 1998) in filling of these vacancies. It is our intention to promote representivity in respect of race, gender and disability through the filling of these positions. In support of this strategy, applicants need to indicate race, gender and disability status on the application form/CV. Applicants who have retired from the Public Service with a specific determination that they cannot be re-appointed or have been declared medically unfit will not be considered.

Please take note that correspondence will only be conducted with the shortlisted candidates. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months of the closing date of the advertisement, please accept that your application is unsuccessful. Please do not call the department to enquire about the progress of your application. The Department of Correctional Services reserves the right not to fill any of these advertised posts.

How to apply

Applications: Applications must be submitted on the new Z83 form (Public Service application form) obtainable from any Public Service department and must be completed in full. Only a comprehensive CV should be attached to your application form. Only

shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies not older than 6 months of qualifications and other related documents on or before the day of the interview. Please send a separate and complete application for each post you apply for, stating the correct reference number for each position you are interested in. Faxed and e-mailed applications will not be ac- cepted.⚫ Candidates must comply with the minimum appointment requirements.

CV’s should be aligned to reflect one’s degree of compliance with the advert requirements and responsibilities. It is the sole responsibility of an applicant to ensure that their application reaches DCS before 17 JULY 2023 @ 15h45.

Indicate the reference number and position you are applying for on your application form (Z83) and post your complete appli- cation to the relevant addresses as indicated below:

EASTERN CAPE REGION: The Regional Commissioner Eastern Cape. Recruitment Section, P/Bag X9013, East London, 5211. Alter- natively, applications may be handed in at Moore Street, Block E Ocean Terrance, Quigney, East London. Contact persons: Mr Ndlela HH (043) 706 7834/ Ms Myataza Z (043) 706 7866/ Ms Mgugudo N (043) 706 7882/ Mr Ndonyela N (043) 706 7883.

KWA-ZULU NATAL REGION: The Regional Commissioner: Kwa-Zulu Natal, Recruitment Section, P/Bag X9126, Pietermaritzburg, 3201. Alternatively, applications may be handed in at Correctional Services, Eugene Marais Road, Napierville, Pietermaritzburg. Contact persons: Mr Somaru RK (033) 355 7365/ Ms Mchunu GJ (033) 355 7386/ Ms Mkhize AL (033) 355 7370/ Mr Khumalo SB (033) 033 355 7368.

LIMPOPO, MPUMALANGA AND NORTH WEST REGION: The Regional Commissioner Limpopo, Mpumalanga & North West, Re- cruitment Section, P/Bag X142, Pretoria, 0001. Alternatively, applications may be handed in at Proes & Paul Kruger Street, 198 Masada, Building, 09th Floor, Pretoria. Contact persons: Ms Sibiya MK (012) 306 2025/ Mr Ziqubu Z (012) 306 2025/ Ms Nomvela PM (012) 306 2033/ Ms Lekhuleni TD (012) 306 2034.

WESTERN CAPE REGION: The Regional Commissioner Western Cape, Recruitment Section, P/Bag X14, Goodwood, 7459. Alterna- tively, applications may be handed in at Breede River Street, Monte Vista. Contact persons: Ms NA Mdladlamba (021) 550 6014/ Ms A Reddy (021) 550 6059/ Mr BD Tsewu (021) 550 6052/ Ms NC Sotyibi (021)550 6054.