Legal Advisor at Emalahleni Municipality

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS

• Appropriate Degree in Law Clear understanding of Local Government legislation, including Municipal Structures, Systems Acts, MFMA and a sound knowledge of Labour Law Valid Code B drivers license

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Interpretation of Local Government legislation and compliance Drafting and interpreting of contracts Monitoring of contracts Implementation of a contract management system Providing advice to relevant
• Council committees and structures dealing with Supply Chain Management Monitor legislative amendments and developments Maintain records of all legal cases Research and analyze information to compile and formulate new and amendments to legislation required to implement council policies Attend to correspondence pertaining to legal matters
• Ensure council’s awareness of all new and amended powers and exemptions by applying knowledge of all relevant legislation Provide legal service to the Council by ensuring that draft policies and by-laws are approved by Council Any other duties given by the supervisor. Provide legal option to Council & Council structures and sourcing of such opinions on behalf of Council from Council Service Providers

OCCUPATIONAL COMPETENCIES

• High level of integrity Must be able to work under pressure Sound drafting skills in contracts Sound knowledge in administrative law A strategic thinker Understands transformation Performance management skills Leadership and negotiation skills
• Good communication skills Sensitivity for the political and strategic objectives of government, especially local government will be an added advantage Willingness to work irregular hours Able to work under pressure Implementing Batho Pele principles