• Reference Number : REFS/019421
• Directorate : Legal Services
• Number of Posts : 1

• Package : R 1 162 200 per annum (All-inclusive remuneration package)
• Enquiries : Ms Basani Baloyi Basani.Baloyi@gauteng.gov.za

Requirements :

• LLB degree or a four (4) year Legal qualification at NQF level 7 as recognized by SAQA. A minimum of 8 years’ post qualification experience, of which 5 years, should be at middle management level (Deputy Director/MR-6) in negotiating, drafting and vetting of contractual instruments in the public sector context including, without limitation, contracts for the procurement of goods and services, memoranda of understanding and service level agreements. An admission as an Advocate or Attorney will be an added advantage. Valid Driver’s Licence (with exception for persons with disabilities).Knowledge of the Public Sector Regulatory Framework, especially the Public Sector Supply Chain Management Regulatory Framework, is essential. Problem solving and decision-making skills. Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills. Computer literacy (Word, Excel and Power-Point). Ability to work independently and under pressure. Planning and organizing skills. Analytical legal thinking. Strong leadership, people and general management skills.

Duties :

• The incumbent will be responsible for the management of all processes pertaining to negotiating, drafting and vetting of all contractual instruments for the department. Managing litigation as well as alternative dispute resolution processes such as Mediation and Arbitration by and against the department pertaining to contractual disputes, including supply chain management processes. Providing legal advice and legal opinions on contractual matters. Liaising with the State Attorney’s office and other stakeholders in protecting the interest of the Department in contractual disputes. Obtain adequate information on contractual litigation matters and draft comprehensive briefs for Counsel. Coordinate affidavits and ensure that affidavits are correct and complete. Facilitate consultations with stakeholders in the course of litigation matters and especially during preparation for trial. Effectively manage human and financial resources in compliance with the applicable regulatory framework. Establish and maintain appropriate internal controls and reporting systems to provide monthly, quarterly and annual reports and ensure timeous submission thereof in compliance with the applicable requirements.

Notes :

• Applications should be submitted strictly online at the following E-Recruitment portal: https://jobs.gauteng.gov.za. No hand-delivered, faxed or emailed applications will be accepted. NB: For assistance with online applications please email your query to e-recruitment@gauteng.gov.za. NB: Where Driver’s Licence is mandatory, exception will be granted for people with disabilities. An SMS Pre-Entry Certificate is mandatory when applying for Senior Management positions (Director-upwards) in the Public Service. NB: No appointment shall be effected without the recommended candidate producing a certificate of completion for the SMS Pre-Entry Programme (Nyukela), offered by the National School of Government. SMS Pre-Entry Certificate can be obtained by registering on the following link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-courses/sms-pre-entryprogramme. NB: Application should be accompanied by a fully completed and signed new Z83 application form obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents plus a recently updated comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV). Applications without proof of a new Z83 application form and detailed CV will be disqualified. Applicants must indicate the post reference number on their applications. (Shortlisted candidates will receive communication from HR to submit certified copies of educational qualifications and other relevant documents not older than 6 months on or before the day of the interview).It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). All foreign qualifications must be accompanied by evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Correspondence will only be limited to shortlisted candidates. If you have not been contacted within 3 months of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Suitable candidates will be subjected to a personnel suitability check (criminal record, citizenship, credit record checks, qualification verification and employment/reference check verification). NB: Reference Checks-The applicant must provide at least 3 contact details (names, cellphone number and email address) of his/her referees, of which one must be immediate supervisor. The Department shall reserve the right to conduct verification beyond names provided on CV. Where applicable, candidates will be subjected to a skills/knowledge test. All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical competency exercise that intends to test relevant technical elements of the job. Following the interview and technical exercise, the selection panel will recommend candidates to attend generic managerial competencies assessment using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools. Successful candidates may be appointed on a probation period of 12 months. It is the Department’s intension to promote equity (race, gender and disability) through the filing of this post with a candidate whose transfer /promotion / appointment will promote representivity in line with the numeric targets as contained in our Employment Equity plan. The Department reserves the right not to make an appointment to the advertised post. WOMEN AND PEOPLE WITH DISABILITY ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : Head Office, Johannesburg

Closing Date : 09-02-2024

Please Notes :

• Due to the large number of applications we envisage receiving, applications will not be acknowledged. If you do not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful.