Legal Administration Officer: Legal and Contracts Administration (MR5) at Department Of Public Works And Infrastructure

REQUIREMENTS :

• A minimum of four-year degree (LLB) with at least 8 years appropriate post-qualification Legal experience or 8 years’ experience as an in-house legal advisor or legal/contract administrator. Willingness to travel on an adhoc basis and adapt to a work schedule in accordance with professional requirements, A valid driver’s license. Specialized knowledge of law of contracts and general administration of contracts within an organizational context, Legal research and professional legal assistance, In-depth knowledge of the Framework for Supply Chain Management [Regulations in terms of the Public Finance Management Act, 1999 (Act No. 1 of 1999) (PFMA)],Code of Conduct for Supply Chain Management Practitioners, the PFMA, Treasury Regulations, the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act, 2000 (Act No. 5 of 2000), the State Information Technology Agency Act, 1998 (Act No. 88 of 1998), the Public Service Act, 1994 (Act No. 103 of 1994), Public Service Regulations and other relevant legislation. Thorough and proven legal drafting, communication and presentation skills, Sound analytical and problem identification and solving, Language proficiency, Maintenance of confidentiality of information, Computer literacy, Relationship management, Decision-making skills, Interpersonal and diplomacy, Motivational, Negotiation. 

DUTIES :

• Manage departmental contracts and related legal matters (issue letters of acceptance to contractors; verify the correctness of contract documentation, as legally-binding documents for respective parties; manage and safeguard guarantees; manage and implement court orders as instructed; ensure the safekeeping of legal records and documents, such as contracts, guarantees, etc.; and engage with Legal Services and Contract Administration, Head Office, as and when required),Ensure the extent and effectiveness of managed contracts and related legal matters, Ensure the extent and effectiveness of the safety and integrity of legal records,
• Provide advice, guidance and opinions regarding the interpretation and implementation of contracts and related legal matters, Implement and monitor delegated powers as required by National Treasury and the PFMA, Conduct research and provide professional legal assistance, advice and support, Draft and verify legal documents, Render assistance to and liaise with the Office of the State Attorney, in conjunction with Head Office Legal Services regarding litigation and arbitration in which the Department is involved, Provide an advisory and supportive role to Project Managers and the Regional Office, Ensure the extent and effectiveness of advice, guidance and opinions provided, Ensure the extent of compliance with related standards, Ensure the extent and effectiveness of legal assistance provided.