Hot Jobs at Department of Justice and Constitutional Development

REQUIREMENTS :

• An LLB qualification at NQF level 7 as recognized by SAQA; 5 years experience at middle/ senior management level in a legislation development environment; Nyukela Certificate (Certificate for entry into the Service Management Service from the National School of Government);
• Knowledge and understanding of the Public Service Statutory Frameworks: Financial Management and regulatory framework or guidelines, Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations, Treasury Regulations, Departmental Financial Instructions, Public Finance Management Act, Government initiatives and decisions; Knowledge and understanding of the Constitution, law, Public Service and its governance, Constitutional Law services and Criminal cases; Interpretation of statues.
• Skills and Competencies: Strategic capability and leadership; Programme and project management; Financial management; Change management; Knowledge management; Service delivery innovation (SDI); People management and empowerment; Client orientation and customer focus; Communication skills; Honesty and integrity. 

DUTIES :

Key Performance Areas:

• Manage the implementation of primary legislation;
• Manage the implementation of secondary legislation;
• Manage the development and submission of socio-economic impact assessments;
• Coordinate the review of legislation to achieve better social, environment and economic outcomes as highlighted by stakeholders;
• Manage human, finance and other resources. 

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• An LLB qualification (NQF level 7) as recognized by SAQA ;A minimum of 5 years post qualification experience at middle / senior managerial level in the field of international relations or international law; Certificate (Certificate for entry into Senior Management Service from School of Government);Admission as an Advocate/attorney;
• Knowledge and understanding of Public Finance Management Act, Public Service Act, Treasury Regulations and relevant governance prescripts; Knowledge of South Africa’s foreign policy, international law and Constitution of South Africa.
• Skills and Competencies: Strategic capability and leadership and project management; Financial management; Change management; Knowledge management; Service delivery innovation (SDI); Problem solving and analysis; People management and empowerment; Client orientation and customer focus; Communication; honesty and integrity. 

DUTIES :

Key Performance Areas:

• Manage and facilitate departmental participation in the negotiations, ratification and accession of relevant international treaties and facilitate department’s contribution in the relevant international, regional, and continental forums;
• Manage the coordination of country reports and reviews in terms of relevant international obligations; Initiate and manage International bilateral relations in the legal and justice field;
• Manage the collaborative relationships with DIRCO, other departments and agencies on international matters relevant to the department;
• Manage human, financial and other resources. 

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• An undergraduate qualification (NQF level 6) in Law/Humanities/Social and Political Sciences as recognized by SAQA or equivalent qualification; A minimum of 3 years experience in Social Justice and/or human rights environment at management (Assistant Director) level; Knowledge of Public Service Regulation;
• Knowledge and understanding of the Constitution of South Africa, human rights, social justice and anti-discrimination issues, NAP to combat racism, racial discrimination, xenophobia and related intolerance.
• Skills and Competencies: Applied strategic thinking; Applied technology; Budgeting and financial management; Communication and information management; Continuous improvement; Diversity management; Impact and influence; Conflict management; Planning and organising; Problem solving and decision making; Project management.  

DUTIES :

Key Performance Areas:

• Coordinate and implement the National Action Plan to combat Racial Discrimination and related policy; Coordinate research on the nature, causes and manifestations of racism and discrimination in both public and private spheres;
• Promote and conduct advocacy of the NAP policy to eliminate racial discrimination, related intolerance, and its gender-based manifestations; Maintain partnership with the key stakeholders to ensure effective implementation of the NAP and maintain directory of service providers;
• Monitor and prepare reports on incidents of racism, racial discrimination, xenophobia, and related intolerance;
• Manage human, financial and other resources. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• An appropriate qualification NQF level 6 as recognized by SAQA in public Administration/Management/Human Resource Management or relevant qualification; minimum of 3 years’ experience at supervisory level; Knowledge and understanding of legislative framework governing the Public Service: Financial Management and regulatory framework/guidelines, Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations, Treasury Regulations and Public Finance Management Act;
• Knowledge of procurement processes and execution of meetings/events/workshops; Knowledge of Criminal, Civil law and family cases, Constitutional law cases, interpretation of statutes, Magistrate Act; Knowledge of office and district administration.
• Skills and Competencies: Computer literacy; Strategic capability and leadership; Applied technology; Budgeting and financial management; Communication and information management; Continuous improvement; Citizen focus and responsiveness; Diversity management; Impact and influence; Conflict management; Planning and organizing; Problem solving and decision making; Project management; Team leadership. 

DUTIES :

Key performance Areas:

• Provide secretariat and administrative support to the Magistrates’ Commission;
• Provide administration of Magistrates appointment; Provide administration of Magistrates conduct and related condition of services;
• Perform financial and supply chain functions for the Magistrates’ Commission; Facilitate stakeholder relationship;
• Provide effective people management.

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REQUIREMENTS :

• A 3 year National Diploma/NQF level 6 in Auditing or equivalent A minimum of 1 year experience in Auditing valid driver’s license
• Skills And Competencies, Computer Communication skills (both verbal and written); Financial management; Computer literacy; Planning and organizing; Programme & project management; Interpersonal skills; Ability to work in a team; Understanding of administrative skills; Client orientation and customer focus; Research skills  

DUTIES :

Key Performance Areas:

• Provide input in the audit planning process;
• Execute audit engagements;
• Provide administrative support 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Three year National Diploma/ Bachelor Degree in Public Administration / Public Management or equivalent; Three (3) years administration experience;
• Knowledge of Human Resource Management, Supply Chain Management and Risk Management; Knowledge of Public Finance Management Act, Knowledge of Financial Management (Vote and Trust Account); Departmental Financial Instructions, BAS and Justice Yellow Pages.
• Skills and Competencies: Computer Literacy (Microsoft packages); Organizing and problem solving skills; Sound leadership and management skills; Good interpersonal relations, People management.  

DUTIES :

Key Performance Areas:

• Co-ordinate and manage the financial and human resources of the office; Co-ordinate and manage risk and security in the court;
• Manage the strategic and business planning process;
• Manage the Criminal and Civil Court Administration Section and other sections related to Family Court and Supply Chain;
• Manage Third Party Funds and Vote Accounts for the office;
• Co-ordinate, Manage and administer support services to Case Flow Management and other court users. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• A Grade 12 and ten-years practical experience in court interpreting or National Diploma: Legal Interpreting at NQF 5 or any other relevant tertiary qualification at NQF A minimum of three years practical experience in court interpreting; Proficiency in English and one or more indigenous languages (Afrikaans, IsiXhosa); A valid driver’s licence.
• Skills and Competencies: Good communication skills (verbal and written); Computer literacy (Ms Word and Excel); Administrative and organizational skills; Sound interpersonal relations; Ability to work under pressure; Time management; Problem solving; Analytical thinking; Accuracy and attention to detail.  

DUTIES :

Key Performance Areas:

• Interpret in Criminal Court, Civil Court, Labour Court and Quasi Proceedings;
• Interpret during consultation; Translate legal documents and exhibits; Record cases in criminal record book;
• Draw case records on request of Magistrate /Prosecutors; facilitate the sourcing of foreign language interpreters in consultation with the Prosecutors;
• Perform Specific line and administrative Support Functions;
• Assist with capturing on ICMS; Supervise Court Interpreters. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• An undergraduate qualification (NQF level 6) in Financial Management, Financial Accounting, Internal Audit, BCom in Finance or equivalent as recognized by SAQA; 3 year related financial experience (including Internship). Knowledge of Public Financial Management Act (PFMA) and National Treasury Regulations.
• Skills and Competencies:, Planning and organizing, research and analytical skills; Presentation and facilitation skills; Ability to implement internal systems and controls; Problem solving skills and analysis, Listening skills, Team work, communication skills (written and verbal), Computer literacy (MS Office with focus on Excel and PowerPoint), Customer focus and responsiveness, Ability to work under pressure, Ability and independently, Creative and Innovation skills, Financial management skills.  

DUTIES :

Key Performance Areas:

• Provide service termination transactions, Attend to requests for: change of banking details, salary deductions, telephone deductions, maintenance orders and medical aid deductions; Process overtime claims, acting allowances, payment of casual’s interpreters, implementation of housing allowances, long service awards and salary adjustment; Facilitate the recovery of debt; Manage subsistence and travel (S&T) allowance claims; Provide audit facilitation within the region; Provide effective people management. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• An LLB Degree or 4 year recognized legal qualification; Knowledge of South African Legal system, legal practices and related spheres with specific reference to civil litigation and law of contract;
• Experience in providing legal support in civil matters for and against the Department; Knowledge of the Constitution, Institution of Legal Proceedings Against Certain Organs of State Act, Prescription Act, State Attorney Act, Public Finance Management Act, Treasury Regulations, Department of Justice and Constitutional Development Financial Instructions and the State Liability Act
• Skills and competencies: Legal research and drafting; Dispute resolution; Case flow management; Computer literacy; Planning and decision making skills; Interpersonal relations; Communication skills (written and verbal); Innovative and analytical thinking.  

DUTIES :

Key Performance Areas:

• Determine the liability on loss or damage of Departmental policy;
• Handle all litigation on behalf of and against the Department; Draft legal opinions on departmental matters;
• Provide effective people management. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Grade 12 certificate or equivalent
• Skills and Competencies; Computer literacy (MS Word; Excel, Power Point and Outlook); Planning and organizing skills; communication (written and verbal) skills; Interpersonal and organizational skills; Administrative skills; customer service orientated; Integrity  

DUTIES : Key Performance Area:

• Render clerical support; ((Covers both) Compile and maintain records/ databases and/or administrative registers; (Covers both) Check and issue furniture, equipment and accessories to components and individuals;
• Identify redundant, non-serviceable and obsolete equipment for disposal; Provide Secretariat support to different committees. Verify asset register 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Bachelor of Laws (LLB) 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Degree in Social Work 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• National Diploma or BA in Legal Interpreting, Interpreting in Translation, Linguistic, African Languages, Language Practices or any other relevant qualification 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• National Diploma or Degree in BCom SCM and BCom Law (Commercial), Logistics, Accounting, Cost Accounting, Auditing, Cost and Management Accounting, Financial Management, Public Finance, Financial Accounting, BCom Accounting 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• National Diploma or Degree in Internal Audit or Accounting.