Legal Administration Officer (MR-4): Legislation and Contract Draftting at Mpumalanga Department of Health

Salary
R388 392-R444 075 p.a. 
Post Number
MPDoH/Dec/25/890
Requirements

• Senior Certificate / Grade 12 plus LLB Degree with a minimum of five (5) years post graduate legal experience in the capacity of an in-house legal advisor and legislative drafting.
• Specialized knowledge of the legislation drafting process and legislation administered by the Department, knowledge of government procurement systems and South African Legal System, knowledge of the Constitution of Republic of South Africa, Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), Treasury Regulation, PPPFA, PAJA, PAIA. Knowledge of the litigation process and drafting / reviewing of contracts.
• Skills and competencies: Interpersonal skills, strategic capability and leadership skills, Legal research and drafting skills, problem solving and dispute resolution skills. Communication skills (written and verbal), report writing skill, ability to work under pressure, Computer literacy. Valid driver’s licence.   

Duties

• Draft and or amend legislation administered by the Department and pilot it though legislature. Comment on draft legislation of other Departments on behalf of the Department, Scrutinize legislation which requires amendment for which the Department is affected.
• To render legal advice, guidance and opinions to MEC, Top Management and Department at large in respect to matters relating to legislation drafting and other legal matters.
• To provide legal opinions in other matters pertaining to the Department. Handle litigations on behalf of the Department. Draft, review contracts for the department. Drafting of contract. 
• Prepare monthly reports for and on behalf of the Director.