Senior State Law Adviser: Legal Advisory Services (Osd)
Mpumalanga Provincial Government
Mbombela Posted 4 days ago Closes 23 Oct
Type
Full-time
Pay
R1 242 915 per year
Experience
Mid level
Work setup
On site
Category
Legal
About the job
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Department: Mpumalanga Provincial Government
Centre: Mbombela
Salary: R1 242 915 per annum (LP9 - OSD), (an all-inclusive remuneration package). The successful candidate will be required to enter into a Performance Agreement with the Principal State Law Adviser.
Reference: SSLALS/OTP/03
DUTIES
Provision of legal advice and furnishing of oral and written legal opinions and assistance to the Mpumalanga Provincial Government. Being responsible for the drafting of Provincial legislation and on a continuous basis, for the rationalization of Provincial laws, including old order legislation. Draft employment contracts, service level agreements, memoranda, letters and any other documents with a legal bearing. Formulate and scrutinize Provincial legislation, including subordinate legislation, i.e. Proclamations, Notices, Regulations, etc . Certify internal documents. Making inputs concerning policy formulation and implementation and preparing comments on draft Bills and policies of National Departments. Management of risks as identified in respect of the Legal Advisory Services Unit.
ENQUIRIES
should be directed to the Deputy Director: Internal HRM & D: Ms. SS Monareng: Tel No: (013) 766 2004.
HOW TO APPLY
https://erecruitment.mpg.gov.za
NOTE
The Department of Community Safety, Security and Liaison Mpumalanga Province invites applications for the Basic Traffic Officers Diploma Learnership which seeks to capacitate youth residing in Mpumalanga with knowledge and skills in Traffic Law Enforcement. all races are encouraged to apply, especially persons with albinism and shall meet the below mentioned requirements: NB: The Department will comply with Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC) guidelines during the selection process. The traffic training will be conducted at the Mpumalanga Traffic Training College at Mkhuhlu (Calcutta) in the Bushbuckridge Local Municipality. The Department will conduct personnel suitability checks for selected candidates on the following key areas: qualification verifications criminal records checks, citizenship, financial records checks and driving license. Successful candidates will be expected to enter into a 12 months contract with the Department and on completion; learners will receive a Diploma in Basic Traffic Officer: NQF 4. It is the Departments’ intention to promote representivity (race, gender, and disability) Applications on the new Z83 form shall be fully completed via e-recruitment system through a link provided and upload a detailed Curriculum Vitae only. Copies of qualifications and other relevant documents shall be submitted by shortlisted candidates only on or before the day of the interview. The Curriculum Vitae must have at least three (3) reference persons and their contacts, failure to provide accurate information on a job application as well as incomplete information will result in a disqualification. Requirements stated on the advertised posts are minimum inherent requirements; therefore, criteria for shortlisting will depend on the proficiency of the applications received. Communication will be done to shortlisted candidates only. If you have not been contacted within three months after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful. All shortlisted candidates shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One must be a practical exercise, and the other be an Integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. LEARNERSHIP PROGRAMME 2026 TO 2027 (12 MONTHS CONTRACT) OTHER POST
Source: DPSA Public Service Vacancy Circular 36 of 2026. Apply exactly as the department instructs (Z83 form and CV); Insly does not forward applications for public service posts.
What you need
An LLB degree or a recognized 4-year legal qualification equivalent to NQF 8. Admission as an Advocate or Attorney. At least eight (8) years’ appropriate post 231 qualification litigation/advisory experience. A postgraduate qualification will be an advantage; Knowledge of particular aspects of the Law; Knowledge and understanding of Constitutional Law, Human Rights and the Constitution of South Africa, practical experience in drafting of Bills; Knowledge of specifically the Public Service Act, Public Finance Management Act and Treasury Regulations. Skills and competences: Legal Research and drafting; Dispute resolution; Analytical thinking; Communication skills (written and verbal); Presentation and facilitation skills; Financial management skills; Computer literacy; Strategic planning capabilities and Leadership skills. Ability to work as part of a team, individual and to function effectively under pressure. Essential skills will include the following: Drafting of Provincial legislation, legal opinions and interpretation of legislation. Strategic capability and leadership, financial management, change management, knowledge management, People management and empowerment, programme and project management, service delivery innovations, communication, client orientation and customer focus, problem solving and analysis.
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