527Judicial Officer (P7) at Central University of Technology, Free State

Main purpose of the job

• The Judicial Officer at CUT is a key member of the university's administrative team, responsible for ensuring fair and impartial resolution of disciplinary matters and upholding a safe and inclusive campus environment. The Judicial Officer is responsible to ensure consistency, efficiency and quality in the delivery legal services whilst protecting CUT against monetary and/or reputational damage. This position requires a deep understanding of legal principles, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders within the university community.

Main tasks

• Student disciplinary hearing
• Student disciplinary appeal
• Policy development and compliance
• Educational outreach
• Mediation and conflict resolution
• Collaboration and communication
• Record keeping and reporting
• Budgetary and cost control
• Staff development and supervision

Minimum Qualification/ Knowledge and/or Experience

• Bachelor of Laws Degree (LLB).
• Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa.
• 2 years post admission experience in civil and criminal litigation or 1-year prosecutorial experience in any other relevant field. 
• 2 years judicial experience in Higher education.
• Knowledge of all applicable legislation and legal processes including:
• Protection of Personal Information Act, 2013 (POPI)
• Promotion of Access to Information Act, 2000 (PAIA)
• Higher Education Act, 101 of 1997
• General understanding of the University statutes

Desired Qualification, Knowledge and/or Experience

• 4 years post admission experience in civil and criminal litigation or 2 years prosecutorial experience in any other relevant field.
• 4 years judicial experience in Higher education