The Community Schemes Ombud Service (CSOS) is established in terms of the Community Scheme Ombud Service Act, 2011 [Act 9 of 2011) to regulate the conduct of parties within community schemes and to ensure their good governance. It came into operation on the 7th of October 2016. In order to deliver on its mandate, key amongst the priorities of the organizatio...
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Legislation, Adjudication and Transformation Committee (LATCOM)
Provide oversight over the core regulatory business of CSOS in relation to governance, dispute resolution and legal services as empowered by the CSOS Act and the Sectional Titles Schemes Management Act (STSMA).
Oversee the development, implementation and review of the Frameworks, Policies and Practice Directives on the Regulation of Community Schemes.
Providing oversight on the implementation of dispute resolution services in CSOS, including the development and implementation of Practice Directives on Dispute Resolution.
Oversee the development, review, implementation of framework and Practice Directives on the quality assurance and management of schemes governance documentation.
Oversee the development and implementation of a framework for the registration of community schemes.
Oversee the development and implementation of guidelines for the promotion of good governance of community schemes.
Oversee the development and implementation of the frameworks and policy on Education and Training of Conciliators, Adjudicators, and stakeholders within Community Schemes.
Oversee the review of the CSOS Act and the STSMA.
Job Requirements
A relevant degree or equivalent qualification in Property Law, Dispute Resolutions and Compliance and Enforcement
An admission as an Attorney or Advocate is mandatory.
5 to 10 years management experience gained from Property Law, Dispute Resolution and Compliance and Enforcement.
A minimum of two (2) years’ experience serving on a committee responsible for Community Schemes Governance, Performance Management, Legal Advisory Services, Alternative Dispute Resolution mechanisms, Education and Training, Compliance and Enforcement.
Knowledge and understanding of the Public Finance Management Act and its Treasury Regulations, and legislation governing CSOS will serve as an added advantage.
Knowledge and experience in legal compliance and alternative dispute resolution.
Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
Applicants must not be in the employment of any Government institution.