The Department of Justice and Constitutional Development is the justice department of the South African government. The department provides administrative and financial support to the court system and the judiciary (which are constitutionally independent of the executive), oversees the National Prosecuting Authority, provides legal advice and representation ...
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LLB Degree or recognized 4 year legal qualification; At least 5 years appropriate post qualification litigation / legal advisory experience; Admission as an Attorney or Advocate; A post graduate legal qualification will be an added advantage; Knowledge of particular aspects of the law; Knowledge of Constitutional Law, Administrative Law, Human Rights Law and Constitution of South Africa; Knowledge of Public Service Act, Public Finance Management Act and Treasury Regulations.
Skills and Competencies: Legal research and drafting skills; Advocacy; Project management skills; Problem solving and decision making skills; Communication skills (written and verbal); Computer literacy; Planning and organizing skills; Analytical and report writing skills; Policy formulation skills; Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
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Provide the preliminary opinions and certification of Bills and advice on legislative drafting; Scrutinize subordinate legislation for the National Departments and other organs of state; Scrutinize and provide legal opinion on international agreements and related matters; Render legal opinions as per the instructions received from national Departments and other organs of state.
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