Legal Officer (X1 Post) at Endumeni Municipality

REQUIREMENTS

• Grade 12, plus NQF level 7 qualification in LLB Degree or 4-year Legal qualification
• Computer Literacy: MS Office
• Valid Driver's license
• 1-2 years relevant legal experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & COMPETENCIES REQUIRED

• The ability to communicate complex legal information in understandable documents for specific audiences
• The ability to articulate complex legal concepts in an understandable, convincing manner.
• The ability to develop and present client or Municipality interests in appropriate forums, presenting and negotiation the best possible outcomes
• The ability to identify and deal with ethical issues and conflicts of interest.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:

• Identifies with the broad Legal Services strategy and, defines, implements and monitors short term plans/ objectives.
• Coordinates key processes, procedural and legal applications associated with the Properties and Contracts & Governance and Corporate Legal Support functionality.
• Coordinates the flow of legal communication/ advice/ opinion from/ to the organization, media and broader communities.
• Implements key legal requirements with respect to upholding the image and/ or maintaining positive perceptions of the municipality.
• All standard Municipal Fringe benefits which inter-alia includes a Housing Subsidy, Medical Aid, and Pension Fund would be applicable to the above post.