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  • Posted: Mar 16, 2026
    Deadline: Mar 27, 2026
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  • The Department of Basic Education was formed when the former National Department of Education was split into two: Department of Basic Education and the Department of Higher Education and Training. The DBE deals with all schools from Grade R to Grade 12, including adult literacy programmes. The aim of the DBE is to develop, maintain and support a South Africa...
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    Director: Legal Services

    REQUIREMENTS :

    • The applicant must in a possession of a relevant Bachelor of Law/Legal Degree (NQF Level 7) or equivalent qualification recognised by SAQA;
    • A minimum of 5 years’ experience at middle/senior managerial level; Experience in Education Law is a pre-requisite;
    • The candidate must be admitted as an Attorney or Advocate; Knowledge of the South African legal system and legal practices; Excellent leadership skills and strategic management skills; 

    DUTIES :

    • The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the Directorate: Legal Services; Providing litigation support to the National Department of Basic Education (DBE) as well as Provincial Education Departments;
    • Providing legal advice to the entire Department; Coordination, monitoring, evaluating and supporting the effective implementation of legislation related to the basic education; Administering legislation of statutory bodies;
    • Managing court cases on behalf of the Minister and Director-General of the Department Basic Education; Drafting advice on national and international agreements and negotiating the terms of agreement with parties. 

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    Method of Application

    Interested and qualified? Go to Department of Basic Education on www.dpsa.gov.za to apply

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