• Reference Number : refs/056883
• Directorate : Legal Services
• Number of Posts : 1

• Package : R610 434.00 Per Annum (plus 37% in lieu of benefits)
• Enquiries : Iris Thanjekwayo Tel: 011 240 3085

Requirements :

• Grade 12 plus Bachelor of Laws Degree (LLB) (NQF Level 8) or related qualification as otherwise determined by the Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development. At least 8 years appropriate post-qualification legal experience. Valid driver's licence. Competencies Expert knowledge of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa and all relevant legislation, including the Public Service Act and the Public Service Regulations, the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) and the Treasury Regulations. Expert knowledge of the Promotion of Administrative Justice Act (PAJA), the Promotion of Access to Information Act (PAIA) and the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). In-depth knowledge of the National Environmental Management Act (NEMA) and the Specific Environmental Management Acts (SEMA). Expert knowledge of civil litigation processes and procedure, including the various forms of court applications (urgent applications, review applications, interdicts, opposed and unopposed motions, appeals and related interlocutory processes). Sound knowledge of Review Applications the law of contract and the supply chain management process. Knowledge of contingent liability management and reporting frameworks. Knowledge of case management systems and litigation registers. Skills: Litigation management and risk management. Service delivery innovation. Management and supervisory skills. Report writing. Facilitation skills. Drafting skills. Strong organisational and case-tracking ability. Opinions. Contracts

Duties :

• Manage and oversee the Department's entire litigation portfolio across all courts and forums, including the strategic direction of the litigation function. Manage the Department's litigation through the Office of the State Attorney, including the issuing of instructions, ongoing monitoring of matters, and engagement with State Attorneys and briefed Counsel. Ensure that all statutory and court-imposed time frames are met in respect of every matter on the litigation portfolio, including compliance with the applicable Rules of Court. Draft, vet and settle the various forms of court applications and processes, including review applications, urgent applications, interdicts, opposing and answering affidavits, heads of argument instructions, and appeals. Compile, maintain and submit contingent liability reports for the Department, including reporting to executive management, the Audit and Risk Committee, and relevant oversight and treasury structures. Maintain an up-to-date case management system and litigation register, ensuring accurate and current status reporting on all matters. Opinions on litigation risk and strategy. Provide statutory support services pertaining to, amongst others, the Promotion of Administrative Justice Act, the Promotion of Access to Information Act and the Protection of Personal Information Act. Supervise and manage staff within the litigation function, including performance management and capacity development. Manage contingent liability reduction. Draft and vet various forms of contracts.

Notes :

• NOTES: To apply for the above position, please apply online at http://professionaljobcentre.gpg.gov.za. Please attach a detailed Curriculum Vitae. Certified copy of Identity Document, Grade 12 Certificate, will only be submitted by shortlisted candidates to Human Resources on or before the day of the interview date. Failure to do so will result in your application being disqualified. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered. Due to the large number of applications, we envisage to receive, applications will not be acknowledged. The department will not accept applications sent through email . Applicants must submit only one application. Multiple applications for the advertised posts will not be considered. Applicants must declare any pending criminal, disciplinary or any other allegations or investigations against them. Should this be uncovered during/after the interview took place, the application will not be considered and in the unlikely event that the person has been appointed such appointment will be terminated. The successful candidate will be appointed subject to positive results of the security clearance process. The successful candidate will be required to enter into an employment contract and sign a performance agreement with the Department. Should, during any stage of the recruitment process, a moratorium be placed on the filling of posts, or the Department is affected by any process such as, but not limited to, restructuring or reorganization of posts, the Department reserves the right to cancel the recruitment process and re-advertise the post at any time in the future. Department of Environment is an equal opportunity employer and intends to promote equity through filling of these posts. Candidates whose appointment / promotion will promote the achievement of employment equity within the department are encouraged to apply. No late applications will be considered. The Department reserves the right not to appoint. If you do not receive any response from us within 3 months, please accept your application was unsuccessful.

Employer : Department of Environment

Location : Johannesburg

Closing Date : 21-10-2026

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.