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CHIEF DIRECTOR: LEGAL AND LEGISLATIVE SERVICES - DBE VACANCY IN PRETORIA


Job Title CHIEF DIRECTOR: LEGAL AND LEGISLATIVE SERVICES - DBE VACANCY IN PRETORIA
Company Government Jobs
Job Reference DBE/60/2026
Category Government
Location Pretoria, ZA
Employment Type Full Time
Date Posted 2026-08-03T21:15
Closing Date 2026-08-17T23:13
Status Open for Applications
Salary ZAR 740147 - 1554696 per year

Introduction

The Department of Basic Education (DBE) is seeking a seasoned legal professional to lead its Legal and Legislative Services division as Chief Director, based in Pretoria. This is a high-level opportunity for admitted attorneys or advocates with strong public sector legal experience. Applications close on 17 August 2026.

About the Company

This Senior Management Service (SMS) position falls under the Finance and Administration branch, offering an inclusive salary package of R1 554 696 per annum. The successful candidate will provide strategic legal leadership across litigation, legislative drafting, and legal advisory services for the Department.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership to the Chief Directorate: Legal and Legislative Services
• Deliver high-level legal advice to the Minister, Director-General, and the Department
• Manage litigation involving the Minister, DG, and Department, including instructing the State Attorney
• Oversee drafting, amendment, and interpretation of education legislation and regulations
• Coordinate and monitor the Department's legislative programme
• Provide legal support to provincial education departments where required
• Advise on governance and administration of statutory bodies in the basic education portfolio
• Draft, review, and negotiate national and international agreements and MOUs
• Manage legal risk, compliance monitoring, and implementation of court orders
• Oversee the Chief Directorate's human, financial, and operational resources

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or equivalent legal qualification (NQF Level 7, SAQA recognized)
• Admission as an attorney or advocate in South Africa, in good standing
• Minimum 10 years' post-qualification legal experience, with at least 5 years at senior managerial level
• Experience in legislation, policy, or litigation within the education or comparable public sector
• Demonstrable experience in education law is essential
• Experience in constitutional law, administrative law, and legislative drafting is an advantage
• Excellent written and verbal communication, research, and analytical skills
• Strong strategic leadership and stakeholder management capabilities
• Must complete the SMS Pre-entry Programme (Nyukela Certificate)

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted on the most recently approved Z83 form together with a detailed CV (no supporting documents required at this stage). Submit via post to Private Bag X895, Pretoria, 0001, hand-deliver to 222 Struben Street, Pretoria, or email to Monyela.N@dbe.gov.za or Segowa.M@dbe.gov.za.
For enquiries, contact Ms N Monyela on (012) 357 3294 or Mr M Segowa on (012) 357 4291


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Category Government
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Introduction

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. The Department of Correctional Services New Internships -  | LEGAL | Apply Now.  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.

Responsibilities

Applications must be submitted on the Z83 form (Public Service application form) obtainable from any Public Service department and must be completed in full. Only a detailed 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 for each position you are interested in. Note: Before you apply: 

All costs associated with an application will be borne by the applicant. 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 11 12 application is unsuccessful. Please do not call the department to enquire about the progress of your application. Applicants must note that further checks will be conducted once they are shortlisted and that their appointment is subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, security vetting, qualification verification and criminal records verification. Appointment will be provisional, pending the issue of a security clearance. If you cannot get a security clearance, your appointment will be re-considered/possibly terminated. Fingerprints may be taken on the day of the interview. This advertisement will also be used to create a database of eligible applicants, which may be utilised for future internship opportunities should the Department of Correctional Services (DCS) receive funding from the South African Safety and Security Sector Education and Training Authority (SASSETA) for the 2026/27 and 2027/28 financial years. 

Applicants should note that the stipend for SASSETA-funded internships may differ from that of the Public Service Graduate Internship Programme funded by DCS. Candidates must comply with the minimum appointment requirements. CVs should be aligned to reflect one’s degree of compliance with the advert requirements and responsibilities. The Department of Correctional Services reserves the right not to fill any of these advertised posts.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor of Laws (LLB).

Job Benefits and Perks

STIPEND : R8 174.75 per month

How to Apply

Hand deliver at: 124 WF Nkomo Street, Poyntons Building, Cnr WF Nkomo
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