• Reference Number : REFS/050170
• Directorate : Legal Services
• Number of Posts : 1

• Package : R1 554 696 per annum (All-inclusive remuneration package)
• Enquiries : Dr Mkhulu Selepe 078 935 1446/ Mkhulu.Selepe@gauteng.gov.za

Requirements :

• A grade 12 Certificate, an appropriate LLB Degree or recognized 4-year legal qualification (NQF 7). Admission of the High Court South Africa or Advocate. Five (5) years’ experience at a senior management level. Accredited mediator with a proven record of successful mediating Medico Legal Cases. Knowledge of all spheres of law including drafting, litigation, negotiating drafting, scrutiny of agreements, opinion writing, subordinate legislation, management and budgeting. Knowledge the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, 1996 and legislations, related regulations and policies in the public health sector. A valid Driver’s licence (with exception of persons with disabilities). Computer literacy. Competencies: Strategic capability and leadership, Programme and Project Management, Financial Management, Change Management, People Management and Empowerment. Service delivery innovation, Problem solving and analysis, Communication, Client orientation and customer focus.

Duties :

• The successful candidate will be required to provide legal guidance and support to the entire department. Advise the MEC, Senior Management, and staff on all legal matters to manage and mitigate legal risks that might face the department. Oversee and manage the delivery of legal services (including litigations and medicolegal cases) to the Department. Oversee and manage Agreements as requested by management in the Department. Offer legal opinions and advice by advising MEC on appeals lodged against administrative decisions taken in terms of legislation guiding the department. Oversee, manage and direct development, evaluation and assessment of draft legislation. Oversee and manage the translation of legislation. Facilitate and manage stakeholder relations. Manage the human and financial resources of the Chief Directorate as delegated. Consulting with experts on the relevant fields of law and advising on settlement to avoid unnecessary legal costs. Monitor Legal Contracts by scrutinizing agreements and comply with prescribed procedure for the conclusion of binding documents, identifying the intention of the contract and provide legal advice during conceptualization of the contract, conducting risk assessment to avoid unnecessary financial loss and litigation. Consult with staff and external parties involved in the contract. Consulting with State Law Advisors on contracts. Communicate with State Attorney on litigation matters involving the department by managing the investigation and compiling relevant documents to State Attorney.

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. For assistance with online applications please email your query to healthjobqueries@gauteng.gov.za. 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 entry programme. Applications should be accompanied by a fully completed and signed new Z83 form obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents. The new Z83 form must be fully completed and signed by the applicant. The following must be considered in relation to the completion of the Z83 by applicants: All the fields in Part A, Part C and Part D must be completed. Application/s 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 the respective HR unit to submit certified copies of educational qualifications and other relevant documents not older than 6 months on or before the day of the interview). All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity. (in compliance with the DPSA Directive on the implementation of competency-based assessments). The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tool. Personnel Suitability Checks (criminal checks, citizenship checks, qualification verification, company directorship, social media, financial record checks, reference checks) will be conducted prior appointment. Candidates in possession of a foreign qualification must furnish the Department with an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Applicants with foreign qualifications remain responsible for ensuring that their qualifications are evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Preference will be given to South African citizens. The performance of normal and commuted overtime, where applicable is not mandatory, however it will be based on the operational needs of the hospitals. WOMEN AND PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY. The Department reserves the right not to fill any advertised post.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : Central Office, Johannesburg

Closing Date : 03-07-2026

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.