SENIOR LEGAL ADMINISTRATION OFFICER

INDEPENDENT POLICE INVESTIGATIVE DIRECTORATE

The Independent Police Investigative Directorate (IPID) is an equal opportunity and affirmative action
employer. It is our intention to promote representatively in terms of race, gender and disability within the
Department through the filling of posts.

APPLICATIONS : Independent Police Investigative Directorate, National Office Private Bag X941
Pretoria, 0002 or hand deliver to Benstra Building, 473 Stanza Bopape &
Church Street, Arcadia, Pretoria, 0001 or Recruitment11@ipid.gov.za (Please
indicate the post name and reference number on the subject line) when
applying through e-mail

FOR ATTENTION : Ms P Mereko (Tel: 012 399 0000)
CLOSING DATE : 23 December 2024

NOTE : Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant
documents on applications but must submit Z83 and a detailed Curriculum
Vitae. Applications quoting the correct reference number must be submitted on
the new form Z83, obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the
internet at www.gov.za/documents . Received applications using the incorrect
application form (old Z83) will not be considered. Each application for
employment form must be fully completed, signed and initialled by the
applicant. Failure to sign this form may lead to disqualification of the application
during the selection process. A recently updated, comprehensive CV as well
as a fully completed and initialled new signed Z83 (Section A, B, C & D are
compulsory and section E, F and G are not compulsory if CV it is attached).
However, the question related to conditions that prevent re-appointment under
Part-F must be answered. Non-RSA Citizens/Permanent Resident Permit
Should you be in possession of a foreign qualification; it must be accompanied
by an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority
(SAQA) (only when shortlisted). All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will
be subjected to a technical competency exercise that intends to test relevant
technical elements of the job, the logistics of which will be communicated by
the Department. Following the interview and technical exercise, the selection
panel will recommend candidates to attend competency assessment using the
mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools. Furthermore, the
requirements for appointment at Senior Management Service level include the
successful completion of Senior Management Pre-entry Programme as
endorsed by the National School of Government. Applicants should indicate on
their CV’s that they have registered or they have completed the Pre-entry
Certificate, which can be accessed using the following link:
https://www.thensg.gov.za/trainingcourse/sms-pre-entry-programme. No
appointment will take place without the successful completion of the pre-entry
certificate and submission of proof thereof. Applicants who do not comply with
the above-mentioned requirements, as well as applications received late, will
not be considered. Due to the large number of applications we envisage to
receive, applications will not be acknowledged, if you have not been contacted
within three (3) weeks after the closing date of this advertisement, please
accept that your application was unsuccessful. Correspondence will be limited
to short-listed candidates only. Therefore, only shortlisted candidate for the
post will be required to submit the documents on or before the date of the
interview. The successful candidate will have to undergo security vetting. His /
her character should be beyond reproach. The appointment is subject to
security clearance, verification of qualifications and competency assessment
(criminal record, citizenship, credit record checks, qualification verification and
employment verification). Applicants must declare any pending criminal,
disciplinary or any other allegations or investigations against them. Should this
be uncovered during / after the interview took place, the application will not be
considered and in the unlikely event, that the person has been appointed such
appointment will be terminated. The successful candidate will be appointed
subject to positive results of the security vetting process. All applicants are
required to declare any conflict or perceived conflict of interest, to disclose
memberships of Boards and directorships that they may be associated with.
The successful candidates will be appointed on a probation period of 12
months and will be required to sign a performance agreement. The suitable
candidate will be selected with the intention of promoting representivity and
achieving affirmative action targets as contemplated in the Department’s
Employment Equity Plan. The Independent Police Investigative Directorate
reserves the right to fill or not fill the posts.

POST 45/46 : SENIOR LEGAL ADMINISTRATION OFFICER MR6 – OSD REF NO: Q9/2024/47

SALARY : R556 356 – R625 059 per annum (Basic notch plus benefits)
CENTRE : National Office: Pretoria

REQUIREMENTS : LLB or degree in law, on NQF 7 level, as recognized by SAQA. Eight (8) year’s
appropriate post qualification legal experience in legal services and litigation.
Admission as an advocate or an attorney will be regarded as an added
advantage. A valid unendorsed driver’s license. Knowledge requirements:
expert understanding of court processes, administrative and constitutional law,
law of evidence. In depth knowledge of public service act and regulation
framework, labour law, law of delict, civil and general litigation, the public
finance management act, criminal law and the criminal procedure act.
Knowledge of the South African legal system and the legal fraternity.
Knowledge of PAIA and PAJA acts. Knowledge of the ipid act and Mandate.
Competencies: Time Management. Leadership. Stakeholder Management.
Legal interpretation on legislation, policies and procedures within the public
service. Criminal and Civil procedure and practice. Labour court and Arbitration
procedure and practice. Computer literacy. Skills required: Communication
skills (Verbal and written). Planning and organizing skills. Interpersonal skills.
Presentation skills. Project management skills. Negotiation skills. Litigation
skills. Analytical skills. Conflict resolution skills. Research skills.

DUTIES : Provide Legal Advice / Legal Opinions: Conduct research on applicable policy,
legislation or regulations and legal principles to legal opinions. Formulate
questions to be answered on legal opinions. Study and cite relevant case law
on aspects related to legal opinions. Provide written recommendation and
conclusion within permissible legal prescripts. Consult client to verify request
for opinion and contents of the opinion upon finalization. Liaise with
stakeholders on legal interventions. Draft and/or edit legal correspondence on
legal administrative enquiries. Litigation and labour arbitration management:
Collect evidence with regards to possible settlement and negotiate settlement
with opponent. Prepare instruction to State Attorney and make
recommendations for appointment of suitable Advocate to be appointed if
necessary. Monitor the court /arbitration cases from the inception to finality.
Review all pleadings at all stages for the court cases as per court /bargaining
council rules. Consult with the relevant line function at each stage of the
litigation/ arbitration process. Explore alternative dispute resolution options for
each court case and prepare an opinion on same. Ensure that the briefings are
prepared and court orders are implemented effectively. Determine the factual
and legal situation on the cases brought forward to protect the legal interest of
the Department. Advise if the Department should litigate or defend matter.
Consult with the relevant line function whenever is necessary. Prepare brief
advising the relevant authority seeking to institute action for or defend the
Department. Drafting / vetting of Contracts and SLAs: To conduct research and
negotiate terms on contractual matters. Scrutinize requests for contract
drafting/ vetting to check compliance with the law and internal control
processes. Protect the department against legal risks. Legislation and Policy
reviews: Consider proposals for Policy and Legislation development or
amendment. Advise on the legal compliance. Liaise with stakeholders to obtain
required information and communicate with requesters on progress. Manage
the Administration of the Unit: Provide inputs into the strategic planning of the
Directorate/Chief Directorate and execution of the operational plan. Submit
monthly and quarterly reports to the Director. Processing of contingent
liabilities list.

ENQURIES : Mr S Ramafoko (Tel: 012 399 0051)

All the best with your applications.