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Department of Public Services And Administration Vacancies
Applications must quote the reference number and be addressed to Mr. Thabang Ntsiko. They can be:
- Posted to the Department of Public Service and Administration, Private Bag X916, Pretoria, 0001
- Delivered to 546 Edmond Street, Batho Pele House, cnr. Edmond and Hamilton Street, Pretoria, Arcadia 0083
- Emailed
Closing Date: 22 July 2024
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Application Requirements
Applications must:
- Quote the relevant reference number
- Include a fully completed and signed NEW Z83 form, which can be downloaded at www.dpsa.gov.za/dpsa2g/vacancies.asp
- Include a recent comprehensive CV
- Include contactable referees (telephone numbers and email addresses)
Applicants must not submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on application but must submit the Z83 and a detailed curriculum vitae. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified documents. All non-SA citizens must submit a copy of proof of permanent residence in South Africa on or before the day of the interviews.
Position Details
Position: Director: Advisory Services
Ref No: DPSA 01/2024
Salary: R1 216 824 per annum (Level 13), An all-inclusive remuneration package
Location: Pretoria
Requirements
- Minimum qualification at NQF Level 7 in law, a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or a Bachelor of Procurationis (B Proc)
- Admission as an attorney/advocate
- Relevant experience in a legal environment and a minimum of 5 years’ experience at a Middle / Senior management level
- Sound knowledge of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, Government legislative framework, Public Service legislative and policy framework, Government programs such as the National Development Plan, Key Strategic priorities of Government and sound understanding of operations management
- Knowledge of litigation processes and processing of international agreements, service level agreements, Presidents Minutes and Proclamations
- Knowledge of public administration and labour-related legislation, drafting conventions applicable in South Africa and legislative processes
Skills and Competencies
- Problem-solving
- Decision-making
- Stakeholder management and coordination
- Strategic thinking
- Communication and information management
- Interpersonal relations
- Confidentiality
- Teamwork
- Project management
- Negotiation
- Presentation
- Report writing
- Computer literacy
- Conflict management
- Strategic capability and leadership
- Diversity management
- Facilitation
- Programme and project management
- Financial management
- Change management
- People management and empowerment
Duties
- Manage the provision of appropriate legal advice or opinions
- Scrutinise, draft and edit documents with legal implications as required
- Provide guidance on policy development and prescripts for the department in line with the national policies/frameworks and the legislation administered by the Minister, as required
- Manage the implementation of PAJA, POPIA and PAIA within the department
- Represent the Minister, Director-General and Department in litigation matters
- Ensure compliance with required processes and time frames for specific processes and the Litigation Protocol for Legal Services
- Manage all the operations, systems and processes of the Directorate
- Provide information, advice and support to internal stakeholders
- Ensure all audit findings are addressed by the due date
- Ensure the Directorate budget is completed and submitted by the stipulated due date
- Ensure effective and efficient management of the budget achieved and maintained
- Attendance of management structures of the Department and any other meetings as directed and participate in transversal task/project teams and committees as required and/or nominated
- Manage that the performance agreements, probation reports, mid-year and annual reports are submitted by the stipulated due dates
For enquiries, contact Ms. Renisha Naidoo at (012) 336 1006. Email your application to [email protected].
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