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CLOSING DATE : 02 May 2025, (Applications received after the closing date and faxed copies
will not be considered).
NOTE : Applications must be submitted on the prescribed form Z83 (obtainable from
any Public Service Department office i.e effective 01 January 2021 or on the
DPSA web site link: https://www.dpsa.gov.za/newsroom/psvc/. Should an
application be received using incorrect application employment form Z83, it will
be disqualified, which must be originally signed and dated by the applicant and
which must be accompanied by a detailed CV only (with full particulars of the
applicants’ training, qualifications, competencies, knowledge & experience).
Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of
qualifications and other related documents on or before the day of the interview
which should not be older than six months. Failure to comply with the above
instructions will result in applications being disqualified. Applicants applying for
more than one post must submit a separate form Z83 (as well as the
documentation mentioned above) in respect of each post being applied for. If
an applicant wishes to withdraw an application, it must be done in writing.
Should an application be received where an applicant applies for more than
one post on the same applications form, the application will only be considered
for the first post indicated on the application and not for any of the other posts.
Under no circumstances will photostat copies or faxed copies of application
documents be accepted. The successful candidates will be subjected to
Personnel Suitability Checks (criminal record, citizenship & financial/asset
record checks and qualification and employment verification). Successful
candidates will also be subjected to security clearance processes. The level of
appointments is dependent upon, qualifications, relevant experience and
research output. The shortlisted candidates will be subjected to two (2) preentry assessments (practical and ethical exercise) which will determine the
candidate’s suitability. Applicants who do not receive confirmation or feedback
within 3 (three) months after the closing date, please consider your application
unsuccessful. Due to the large volume of responses anticipated, receipt of
applications will not be acknowledged, and correspondence will be limited to
short-listed candidates only. For more information on the job description(s)
please contact the person indicated in the post details. Successful candidates
will be appointed on probation for the period of twelve (12) months in terms of
the prescribed rules.
POST 13/11 : PERSONAL ASSISTANT REF NO: DLSD/12/13/25/05
Directorate: Legal Services Division
SALARY : R325 101 – R382 959 per annum (Level 07)
CENTRE : Erasmuskloof, Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent and Secretarial Diploma with a minimum
of three to five (3-5) years relevant experience in rendering a support service
to senior management. Special requirements (skills needed): Language skills
and the ability to communicate well with people at different levels and from
different backgrounds. Proficiency in Microsoft, Office suits, Excel.
Professional attitude and appearance. Solid written and verbal communication
skills. Excellent organisational skills. Good etiquette, sound organisational
skills, high level of reliability, ability to act with tact and discretion.
DUTIES : The successful candidate will be required to perform the following core
functions: Provide secretarial/receptionist support service and clerical support
to the Director eg. Receives telephone calls, performs advanced typing work,
records the engagements of the Director, coordinates with and advises the
Director regarding engagements. Renders administrative support services eg.
Co-ordinates logistical arrangements for meetings when required. Supports the
Director with administrative of the manager’s budget. Studies the relevant
Public Service and departmental prescripts/policies and other documents and
ensure that the application thereof is understood properly. Continuously
remains up to date wrt the policies and procedures applicable to the work
environment to ensure efficient and effective support to the Director. Remains
abreast with the procedures and processes that apply in the office of the
Director.
ENQUIRIES : Col E.O. Mothupi Tel No: (012) 355 5383/Lt Col A. Everitt Tel No: (012) 355
5334
APPLICATIONS : Department of Defence, Directorate Legal Services Division, Private Bag X161,
Pretoria, 0001 or may be hand delivered at Arnscor Building, Corner Nossob
and Boeing Street, Erasmuskloof, Pretoria, 0001 or emailed to
Pieter.Kemp@dod.mil.za
POST 13/10 : LEGAL ADMINISTRATION OFFICER: HUMAN RESOURCE SUPPORT REF NO: DLSD/12/13/25/04
Directorate: Legal Services Division
SALARY : R464 634 – R1 111 323 per annum (MR-5)
CENTRE : Erasmuskloof, Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS : LLB (NQF Level 6) plus at least 14 years appropriate/recognition applicable
legal experience after obtaining the relevant legal qualification. The salary at
appointment will be determined in accordance with OSD determination. Special
requirements (skills needed): Extensive labour law background.
Labour/Industrial relations background. MLP or other relevant experience for
at least 2 years. Experience of handling of labour disputes. Background if
industrial relations. Public service and military. Knowledge of Legal writing and
drafting. The ability to conduct legal research using legal research programs.
Computer literacy-, Research, analytical, presentation, problem solving,
negotiation, people management, research, interpersonal relation, and
Communication skills (verbal and written). Strategic thinking ability.
DUTIES : Provide legal support with regard to formulation of policies, DODIs, DODDs
and JDPs. Ensure alignment of DoD policies with national legislation and other
prescripts. Facilitate resolution of legal disputes with regard to the
interpretation or implementation of contracts. Process of providing specialist
HR Legal Advice. To represent and or facilitate representation of the
Department in PSCBC, GPSSBC, CCMA, MBC and MBA matters. To instruct,
liaise and assist the Office of the State Attorney in labour litigation where the
DOD is involved. To develop and maintain an effective and efficient system of
liaising with relevant internal and external role players to ensure effective HR
Legal advice. Draft, review and provide written legal advice on DOD related
MOUs and other international legal documents, which entails conducting
written legal opinions on the legality of MOU, provide negotiation support to
DOD when required.
ENQUIRIES : Col E.O. Mothupi Tel No: (012) 355 5383/Lt Col A. Everitt Tel No: (012) 355
5334
APPLICATIONS : Department of Defence, Directorate Legal Services Division, Private Bag X161,
Pretoria, 0001 or may be hand delivered at Arnscor Building, Corner Nossob
and Boeing Street, Erasmuskloof, Pretoria, 0001 or emailed to
Pieter.Kemp@dod.mil.za
POST 13/09 : LEGAL ADMINISTRATION OFFICER: POLICY & GENERAL LEGAL SUPPORT REF NO: DLSD/12/13/25/03
Directorate: Legal Services Division
SALARY : R464 634 – R1 111 323 per annum (MR-5)
CENTRE : Army Support Base, Bloemfontein
REQUIREMENTS : LLB plus at least 14 years appropriate/recognition applicable legal experience
after obtaining the relevant legal qualification. The salary at appointment will
be determined in accordance with OSD determination. Admission as an
Attorney or Advocate is preferred. Special requirements (skills needed
Knowledge of the Constitution, Defence Act, Criminal Law, Criminal Procedure,
Law of Evidence and Administrative Law is required. Skills on Interpretation of
Statutes and knowledge of litigation and litigation processes is required. In
addition, general knowledge of law, negotiation skills, presentation skills,
management skills, good communication skills (written and verbal), computer
literacy, research skills and ability to conduct legal research using legal
research programs.
DUTIES : Facilitate and manage litigation. This includes civil claims instituted against, or
by the DoD. This inter alia includes the handling of letters of demand,
summonses and notices of motion. Liaise with the State Attorney on the
proposed handling and management of DoD litigation matters, including
drafting of instructions to the State Attorney. Liaise with internal DoD
stakeholders on litigation matters. Attend consultations with the State Attorney
and/or Counsel. Draft submissions in the management of litigation, this
includes drafting submissions to the Head of Department. Ensure sound
litigation administration including the compiling of monthly litigation
reports/statistics. Facilitate requests for legal representation by the State from
DoD officials. Provide legal advice and support regarding the formulation of
Departmental policies, to ensure the alignment of DoD policies with national
legislation and/or with other prescripts. Facilitate the resolution of legal
disputes regarding the interpretation or implementation of DoD policies.
Provide sound legal advice/opinion on policy issues.
ENQUIRIES : Col E.O. Mothupi Tel No: (012) 355 5383/Lt Col A. Everitt Tel No: (012) 355
5334
APPLICATIONS : Department of Defence, Directorate Legal Services Division, Private Bag X161,
Pretoria, 0001 or may be hand delivered at Arnscor Building, Corner Nossob
and Boeing Street, Erasmuskloof, Pretoria, 0001 or emailed to
Pieter.Kemp@dod.mil.za
POST 13/08 : SENIOR LEGAL ADMINISTRATION OFFICER: LEGISLATIVE DRAFTING AND MOU: REF NO: DLSD/12/13/25/02
Directorate: Legal Services Division
SALARY : R586 956 – R1 386 972 per annum (MR-6)
CENTRE : Erasmuskloof, Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS : LLB plus at least 8 years appropriate/recognition applicable legal experience
after obtaining the relevant legal qualification. The salary at appointment will
be determined in accordance with OSD determination. Admission as an
Attorney or Advocate is preferred. Special requirements (skills needed):
Knowledge of the Legislative Processes and Parliamentary Rules. Knowledge
of the Constitution, Defence Act, Interpretation Act, and other applicable
legislation, and international law. Knowledge and skills of legislative writing and
drafting is required. In addition, general knowledge of law, negotiation skills,
presentation skills, management skills, good communication skills (written and
verbal), computer literacy, research skills and ability to conduct legal research
using legal research programs, is required. The ability to think analytically and
strategically. The ability to solve problems, make presentations on legislative
matters and negotiate. The ability to manage subordinates and conduct good
interpersonal relations. Good communication skills (verbal and written).
DUTIES : Provide sound legal advice/opinions on Legislation and International
Instruments applicable to the DoD, such as Memoranda of Understanding
(MoU). Draft and review legislation and subordinate legislation of the DoD.
Maintain and monitor the DoD Legislative Programme. Keep record of all
matters relating to the DoD Legislative programme. Obtain and collate inputs
from stakeholders regarding the DoD Legislative Programme. Efficiently carry
out legislative functions and manage processes in respect of legislation. Draft
all legislative documents, such as Cabinet Memo’s and documents required by
Parliament. Provide legal support to other sub-directorates and Director Legal
Advice, as required. Attend consultations, meetings, legislative sittings and
legislative forums in respect of legislative matters. Provide legal advice and
inputs on legislative issues. Manage the Government Gazette publications of
the DoD. Manage and direct the Sub-Directorate: Legislative Drafting and
MoU.
ENQUIRIES : Col E.O. Mothupi Tel No: (012) 355 5383/Lt Col A. Everitt Tel No: (012) 355
5334
APPLICATIONS : Department of Defence, Directorate Legal Services Division, Private Bag X161,
Pretoria, 0001 or may be hand delivered at Arnscor Building, Corner Nossob
and Boeing Street, Erasmuskloof, Pretoria, 0001 or emailed to
Pieter.Kemp@dod.mil.za
POST 13/07 : SENIOR LEGAL ADMINISTRATION OFFICER: DYSFUNCTION AND CONTRACTS REF NO: DLSD/12/13/25/01
Directorate: Legal Services Division
SALARY : R586 956 – R1 386 972 per annum (MR-6)
CENTRE : Erasmuskloof, Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS : LLB plus at least 8 years appropriate/recognition applicable legal experience
after obtaining the relevant legal qualification. The salary at appointment will
be determined in accordance with OSD determination. Drafting and/or vetting
of contracts. Post grad qualification in contracts. Special requirements (skills
needed): Knowledge of the Interpretation Act. The ability to conduct legal
research using legal research programs. Knowledge of applicable legislation,
Legal writing and Drafting. Computer literacy, Research, analytical,
presentation, problem solving, negotiation, people management, research,
interpersonal, relation, and Communication skills (verbal and written). Strategic
thinking ability.
DUTIES : Provide legal advice/opinions with regard to contracts (level 0 and 1). Research
legal prescripts for inclusion in contacts, e.g. Act of Parliament Regulations,
provincial legislation, judgements of the Constitutional Court, Supreme Court
of Appeal, Division of the High Court, specific Courts such as the Labour Court,
Labour Appeal Court, etc; academic material such as legal text book, articles,
etc. Provide drafting support iro contracts. Research new legal developments
in various fields of law to determine whether they have an impact on draft
contracts. Provide negotiation support iro contracts, liaise with external entities,
such as the State Attorney, State law advisors to provide legal opinion
regarding areas of concern or as per request of the client. Provide general legal
support and advice to clients on dysfunctional aspects of various areas of law
that are not provided by the other sub-sections of DLA or other Directorates in
the DLSD. Provide supervisory and management functions to subordinates in
the sub directorates. Manage all internal processes for the effective rendering
of timely legal advice on aspects regarding contracts and dysfunctional issues.
ENQUIRIES : Col E.O. Mothupi Tel No: (012) 355 5383/Lt Col A. Everitt Tel No: (012) 355
5334
APPLICATIONS : Department of Defence, Directorate Legal Services Division, Private Bag X161,
Pretoria, 0001 or may be hand delivered at Arnscor Building, Corner Nossob
and Boeing Street, Erasmuskloof, Pretoria, 0001 or emailed to
Pieter.Kemp@dod.mil.za
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