Director: Litigation at The Department of Home Affairs

What we do

The Department of Home Affairs offers a multitude of services to the citizens of South Africa, as well as foreigners who wish to visit, work or stay in South Africa. The Departments core functions are:

Civic Service:

•  Maintaining the National Population Register (NPR)
• Managing the birth, mar...
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  Director: Litigation

  • Job Type Full Time
  • Qualification Bachelors
  • Experience 5 years
  • Location Gauteng
  • City Pretoria
  • Job Field Legal and Regulatory 

  REQUIREMENTS :

  • An undergraduate qualification in Law at NQF Level 7 as recognised by SAQA. Admission as an Advocate or Attorney would be an added advantage.
  • 5 Years’ experience at a middle / senior management level (strategic management level) within a Legal / Litigation environment.
  • Extensive experience in providing legal advice, drafting of legal opinions and negotiating, scrutinizing, drafting and editing legal documents. Advanced knowledge of South African Constitutional Law, Administrative Law, Civil Litigation and Mediation. Knowledge and understanding of all relevant public service and Departmental Legislative Frameworks, as well as Government Structures.
  • Knowledge of the Medium Term Development Plan (MTDP) and Government Planning Framework. Excellent abilities and vast experience in project management, project optimization, and the use of online systems. A valid drivers’ license. 

  DUTIES :

  • The successful candidate will be responsible for, amongst others, the following specific tasks: Ensure implementation of litigation services in relation to litigation matters for the Department. Provide strategic advice and legal opinions.
  • Facilitate stakeholder engagement and collaboration with key account managers, and manage service providers. Represent the Department at various forums. Ensure that the Department is adequately represented during Court proceedings.
  • Oversee the development and implementation of litigation policies, strategies and programs within the Department. Ensure the effective implementation of strategic objectives and innovations (digital transformation, case management solutions and product / process improvements), in order to enhance service delivery in the Directorate. Reduction of Litigation Contingent Liability held by the Department.
  • Coordinate and monitor delivery of the Directorate’s operational plan against agreed timeframes and objectives. Implement governance processes, frameworks and procedures, and ensure compliance with all audit requirements and government prescripts. Analyse trends and develop and submit relevant reports as required.
  • Ensure effective and efficient management of human, physical and financial resources within the Directorate. Provide strategic leadership, direction and advice to the Department, as well as the Directorate. Coach and guide staff on compliance with all regulatory requirements. 

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  Interested and qualified? Go to The Department of Home Affairs on erecruitment.dha.gov.za to apply

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