| 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