Legal Services (REF NO: 3/1/5/1-24/01 ) at Government Communication and Information System (GCIS)

REQUIREMENTS : 

• Applicants must be in possession of an LLB or relevant Legal Degree (NQF level 7) as recognised by SAQA, with at least five (5) years' verifiable experience at middle management level in the legal field, as well as experience in the legal practice. 
• The candidate must be an admitted Attorney. Admission as an Advocate will be an added advantage. 
• Legal practice in legislation drafting, contracts drafting and vetting is a prerequisite. Nyukela Pre-entry certificate for Senior Management Services is a requirement for appointment. 
• The required key competencies are: Strategic capability and leadership, programme and project management, financial management, service delivery and innovation, problem-solving and analysis, risk management, change management, knowledge management and people management. 
• Knowledge: The candidate must have operational knowledge of, and exposure to Constitutional Law, Administrative Law, Corporate Law, the legislation and other prescripts applicable in public administration and the Public Service. 
• Knowledge of all legislation administered by GCIS and its Entities, Protection of Personal Information Act, Magistrates Court Act, Intergovernmental Relations Framework Act, Supreme Court Act, Promotion of Administrative Justice Act, Public Service Act, Public Finance Management Act, Financial Regulations, Government Policies, Public service regulations. 
• The candidate must have ability to analyse and develop policy. 
• He/she must have excellent communications skills (both written and verbal), client orientation and customer focused, and time management skills. A valid driver’s license is essential.

DUTIES : 

• The successful candidate will be responsible to manage all legal services matters of the Department.
•  Draft Legislation for GCIS and or for its entities, Management of the litigation processes for the department. 
• Receive instructions for drafting and/or vetting of contracts, drafting and/or vetting of contracts, vetting and advising on international agreements, liaising with DIRCO and the Office of Chief State law adviser. Develop and update the GCIS Regulatory Universe, monitor compliance with legislative requirements, Conduct awareness sessions and information sharing sessions on areas of non-compliance. 
• Provide legal advice to limit legal disputes, research relevant case law, legislation and legal literature applicable to the legal question, and review departmental policies to ensure that they are constitutional and compliant with primary legislation. 
• Manage all litigations for the department. 
• Receiving summonses and defending matters. 
• Advocate for legislation, regulations, acts and policies.
•  Manage legal strategies, and ensure compliance. 
• Consult with stakeholders on matters related to legal services. 
• Effectively manage human and financial resources in line with the PFMA. Manage the drafting and amendment of the legislation administered by the department.
•  Ensure effective governance and compliance within the Directorate. 
• Draft contracts, memorandum of understanding, legal instructions and provide general legal advice as required by the department.