DPSA Government Vacancies | CHIEF DIRECTOR: LEGAL AND LEGISLATIVE SERVICES (Ref: DBE/08/2025)
| Job Title: | CHIEF DIRECTOR: LEGAL AND LEGISLATIVE SERVICES |
| Company: | DPSA Government |
| Job Reference: | DBE/08/2025 |
| Category: | Government |
| Location: | Pretoria, ZA |
| Employment Type: | Full Time |
| Date Posted: | 2025-09-13T09:02 |
| Closing Date: | 2025-09-30T10:55 |
| Salary: | ZAR 215000 - 310000 per year |
CHIEF DIRECTOR: LEGAL AND LEGISLATIVE SERVICES - Job Description
Introduction
Applications must be submitted on the most recently approved Z83 Application for Employment Form, obtainable from the DBE Website or any Public Service Department/Webpage. Use of the old Z83 Form will result in disqualification. The Z83 must be completed in full and page 2 duly signed. A clear indication of the post and reference number that is being applied for must be indicated on your Z.83. Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on application but must submit the Z83 with a detailed Curriculum Vitae (Only). Certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents will be requested from shortlisted candidates on or before the day of the interview. DPSA Government Vacancies | CHIEF DIRECTOR: LEGAL AND LEGISLATIVE SERVICES (Ref: DBE/08/2025).
Successful candidates will be subjected to Personnel Suitability Checks (criminal record, citizenship & financial/asset record checks, qualification and employment verification including social media profiles). Appointment is subject to positive results of the security clearance process. The successful candidate will be required to sign an annual performance agreement and, where applicable, annually disclose his/her financial interests. All applicants are required to declare any conflict or perceived conflict of interest, to disclose memberships of Boards and directorships that they may be associated with. Applicants who do not comply with the abovementioned requirements will not be considered. Applications received after the closing date and e-mailed or faxed applications will not be considered.
Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for managing two Directorates: Legal Services and Legislative Services; Providing litigation support for Provincial Education Departments as well as drafting and monitoring implementation of education legislation (Bills, Acts and Regulations pertaining to the DBE); Providing legal advice to the entire Department; Coordinating, monitoring, evaluating and supporting the effective implementation of DBE legislation; Administering legislation of statutory bodies; Rendering a legal interpretation and advisory service to the DBE; Managing court cases on behalf of the Minister and DG of DBE; Drafting advice on national and international agreements and negotiating the terms of the agreement with parties.
Required Qualifications
The applicants must be in a possession of a relevant Bachelor of Law Degree (NQF Level 7) or equivalent qualification as recognised by SAQA;
A Master’s Degree in Law will be an advantage; At least 10 years working experience in the Legal field and with a minimum of 5 years’ experience at a Senior Managerial Level;
Experience in Education Law is a pre-requisite; The candidate must be admitted as an Attorney or Advocate;
The post requires a person with excellent leadership and strategic management skills; Excellent communication skills (verbal and written); Computer literate including MS Office software (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Access); Research and policy formulation;
Presentation skills;
Analytical and problem-solving skills; Candidate must be confident, trustworthy, accurate, adaptable and diplomatic A valid driver’s license; Ability to work long hours and travel extensively.
Process Competencies:
Knowledge Management;
- Service Delivery Innovation; Problem Solving and Analysis;
- Client Orientated and Customer Focus and Communication skills.
Core Competencies:
- Strategic capability and Leadership;
- Programme and project management; Financial management; Knowledge management; People management and Empowerment;
- Promotion of communication, Innovation and Creativity.
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