Legal Aid Vacancies

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Head of Office – Rustenburg Local Office

REF: RUST/HoO/16/05/2025

HEAD OF OFFICE

INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL RE-ADVERTISEMENT

RUSTENBURG LOCAL OFFICE

NB: Applicants who applied previously are encouraged to re-apply

Legal Aid SA is a National Public Entity; a key contributor to South Africa’s constitutional democracy, providing quality legal services to indigent and vulnerable persons. The organisation has a national footprint in all nine (9) provinces. Legal Aid SA is a credible employer of choice, boasting Top Employer SA accreditation for 16 consecutive years. We offer an exciting Employee Value Proposition with opportunities for development, career growth and an inspiring workplace.

Applications are invited from persons interested to fill the above-mentioned position. The incumbent will be appointed on a permanent basis. The position is based in Rustenburg.

KEY OUTPUTS

• Provide strong leadership to office staff, fostering a positive and productive work environment.
• Develop and implement strategies to achieve organisational objectives and enhance service delivery.
• Manage and mentor office staff, providing guidance and support to promote professional growth and development.
• Oversee the provision of high-quality legal services to clients, ensuring adherence to legal and ethical standards.
• Monitor and evaluate service delivery processes to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Foster a client-centric approach, prioritising the needs and interests of clients in all aspects of office operations.
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including clients, Government agencies, community organisations and funders.
• Represent the organisation in meetings, conferences and public events, advocating for the interests of the office and its clients.
• Collaborate with external partners to leverage resources and support initiatives that benefit the community served by the office.
• Oversee the management of the office budget, ensuring responsible allocation of resources to support service delivery objectives.
• Monitor financial performance and compliance with budgetary guidelines, identifying opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements.
• Prepare financial reports and forecasts for Senior Management and stakeholders, providing transparent and accurate information on the office’s financial status.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, regulations and organisational policies governing office operations.
• Implement risk management strategies to mitigate potential threats to the organisation’s reputation, financial stability and legal standing.
• Conduct regular audits and assessments to identify compliance gaps and areas of vulnerability, taking proactive measures to address issues and prevent future problems.

COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ATTRIBUTES) REQUIRED

• An LLB degree or any equivalent and related legal qualifications at NQF Level 8.
• Must be admitted as an Attorney or Advocate of the High Court of SA, in good standing.
• At least 10 years of post-admission experience as a legal practitioner in practice, of which five (5) years must be court/legal management experience.
• Extensive experience and knowledge of court processes, such as those of the Magistrate’s Court, High Court, Supreme Court of Appeal, Land Court, Labour Court and the Constitutional Court.
• Demonstrated ability to train Candidate Attorneys.
• Excellent leadership and people development skills with a track record in training Candidate Attorneys and newly appointed legal practitioners.
• Experience in budget preparation and management thereof.
• Advanced computer skills (Excel, Word and Outlook) are an advantage.
• Demonstrated experience in strategic planning, programme management and team leadership.
• Strong understanding of legal principles, ethics and standards of practice relevant to the organisation’s mission.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders and represent the organisation professionally.
• Proven ability to manage budgets, allocate resources and make sound financial decisions.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues, develop solutions and drive results.
• Commitment to social justice, equality and the empowerment of marginalised communities.

The following additional skills, knowledge, training and competencies are required:

• Strong communication skills and an ability to manage a diverse workforce.
• Ability to plan, organise, coordinate and present.
• Good facilitation skills.
• Ability to interpret and apply policies.
• Innovative, creative and analytical thinking skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and motivational skills.
• Good leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure.

Envisaged for this position is a senior practitioner with a good standing in the legal fraternity and a proven track record in criminal and civil litigation; a motivated, self-driven and mature individual who is a team player.

SALARY: CM-1 (R1,213,038.00) all-inclusive package per annum

A detailed curriculum vitae reflecting practical application of the position outputs and the required competencies as advertised must be submitted by close of business on 03 June 2025 quoting the reference number RUST/HoO/16/05/2025 in the subject line to recruitfsnw [at] legal-aid.co.za or apply online at www.legal-aid.co.za 

Applicants must replace the [at] with the @ symbol when sending an email. This will format the email address correctly for sending. It is displayed differently on our website as a cybersecurity protection measure.

Enquiries to Sinazo Mzayifani, Tel: 051 412 8040

Female applicants will be given preference in line with the Legal Aid SA Employment Equity Plan. It is Legal Aid SA’s intention to promote equity (race, gender and disability) through the filling of this post(s) with a candidate whose transfer/promotion/appointment will promote representivity in line with the numerical targets as contained in our Employment Equity Plan. Legal Aid SA reserves the right to withdraw posts or not to make an appointment, if by doing so, the interests of Legal Aid SA will be best served.

APPLICANTS NOT CONTACTED WITHIN TWO (2) MONTHS MAY CONSIDER THEIR APPLICATION UNSUCCESSFUL.

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Head of Office – Butterworth Local Office

REF: BTWT/HoO/16/05/2025

HEAD OF OFFICE

INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL ADVERTISEMENT

BUTTERWORTH LOCAL OFFICE

Legal Aid SA is a National Public Entity; a key contributor to South Africa’s constitutional democracy, providing quality legal services to indigent and vulnerable persons. The organisation has a national footprint in all nine (9) provinces. Legal Aid SA is a credible employer of choice, boasting Top Employer SA accreditation for 16 consecutive years. We offer an exciting Employee Value Proposition with opportunities for development, career growth and an inspiring workplace.

Applications are invited from persons interested to fill the above-mentioned position. The incumbent will be appointed on a permanent basis. The position is based in Butterworth.

KEY OUTPUTS

• Provide strong leadership to office staff, fostering a positive and productive work environment.
• Develop and implement strategies to achieve organisational objectives and enhance service delivery.
• Manage and mentor office staff, providing guidance and support to promote professional growth and development.
• Oversee the provision of high-quality legal services to clients, ensuring adherence to legal and ethical standards.
• Monitor and evaluate service delivery processes to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Foster a client-centric approach, prioritising the needs and interests of clients in all aspects of office operations.
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including clients, Government agencies, community organisations and funders.
• Represent the organisation in meetings, conferences and public events, advocating for the interests of the office and its clients.
• Collaborate with external partners to leverage resources and support initiatives that benefit the community served by the office.
• Oversee the management of the office budget, ensuring responsible allocation of resources to support service delivery objectives.
• Monitor financial performance and compliance with budgetary guidelines, identifying opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements.
• Prepare financial reports and forecasts for Senior Management and stakeholders, providing transparent and accurate information on the office’s financial status.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, regulations and organisational policies governing office operations.
• Implement risk management strategies to mitigate potential threats to the organisation’s reputation, financial stability and legal standing.
• Conduct regular audits and assessments to identify compliance gaps and areas of vulnerability, taking proactive measures to address issues and prevent future problems.

COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ATTRIBUTES) REQUIRED

• An LLB degree or any equivalent and related legal qualifications at NQF Level 8.
• Must be admitted as an Attorney or Advocate of the High Court of SA, in good standing.
• At least 10 years of post-admission experience as a legal practitioner in practice, of which five (5) years must be court/legal management experience.
• Extensive experience and knowledge of court processes, such as those of the Magistrate’s Court, High Court, Supreme Court of Appeal, Land Court, Labour Court and the Constitutional Court.
• Demonstrated ability to train Candidate Attorneys.
• Excellent leadership and people development skills with a track record in training Candidate Attorneys and newly appointed legal practitioners.
• Experience in budget preparation and management thereof.
• Advanced computer skills (Excel, Word and Outlook) are an advantage.
• Demonstrated experience in strategic planning, programme management and team leadership.
• Strong understanding of legal principles, ethics and standards of practice relevant to the organisation’s mission.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders and represent the organisation professionally.
• Proven ability to manage budgets, allocate resources and make sound financial decisions.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues, develop solutions and drive results.
• Commitment to social justice, equality and the empowerment of marginalised communities.

The following additional skills, knowledge, training and competencies are required:

• Strong communication skills and an ability to manage a diverse workforce.
• Ability to plan, organise, coordinate and present.
• Good facilitation skills.
• Ability to interpret and apply policies.
• Innovative, creative and analytical thinking skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and motivational skills.
• Good leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure.

Envisaged for this position is a senior practitioner with a good standing in the legal fraternity and a proven track record in criminal and civil litigation; a motivated, self-driven and mature individual who is a team player.

SALARY: CM-1 (R1,213,038.00) all-inclusive package per annum

A detailed curriculum vitae reflecting practical application of the position outputs and the required competencies as advertised must be submitted by close of business on 03 June 2025 quoting the reference number BTWT/HoO/16/05/2025 in the subject line to recruitec [at] legal-aid.co.za or apply online at www.legal-aid.co.za 

Applicants must replace the [at] with the @ symbol when sending an email. This will format the email address correctly for sending. It is displayed differently on our website as a cybersecurity protection measure.

Enquiries to Thenjiwe Magazi, Tel: 041 408 2800

Female applicants will be given preference in line with the Legal Aid SA Employment Equity Plan. It is Legal Aid SA’s intention to promote equity (race, gender and disability) through the filling of this post(s) with a candidate whose transfer/promotion/appointment will promote representivity in line with the numerical targets as contained in our Employment Equity Plan. Legal Aid SA reserves the right to withdraw posts or not to make an appointment, if by doing so, the interests of Legal Aid SA will be best served.

APPLICANTS NOT CONTACTED WITHIN TWO (2) MONTHS MAY CONSIDER THEIR APPLICATION UNSUCCESSFUL.

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Administration Manager

REF: MTH/AM/16/05/2025

ADMINISTRATION MANAGER

INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL RE-ADVERTISEMENT

MTHATHA LOCAL OFFICE

Legal Aid SA is a National Public Entity; a key contributor to South Africa’s constitutional democracy, providing quality legal services to indigent and vulnerable persons. The organisation has a national footprint in all nine (9) provinces. Legal Aid SA is a credible employer of choice, boasting Top Employer SA accreditation for 16 consecutive years. We offer an exciting Employee Value Proposition with opportunities for development, career growth and an inspiring workplace.

Applications are invited from persons interested to fill the above-mentioned position. The incumbent will be appointed on a permanent basis. The position is based in Mthatha.

KEY OUTPUTS

• Manage the local office processes in respect of finance, human resources, communications and legal administration within a matrix environment.
• Manage administrative functions from a compliance and operational effectiveness approach.
• Management of the local office Manual and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the local office and advise on application.
• Ensure the implementation of new/revised Policies and Procedures and monitor adherence thereof.
• Together with the management team, identify risks facing the office and ensure effective mitigation against such risks.
• Management oversight of Business Intelligence (BI) reports to accurately reflect the status of strategy implementation.
• Management and monitoring of local office contracts to ensure compliance and value for money.
• Management and monitoring of the correct use of petty cash.
• Management of infrastructure and fixed assets.
• Manage procurement and payments (sourcing quotes from suppliers, processing of invoices, orders, et cetera).
• Management of over and under expenditure to ensure budgetary control.
• Efficient vehicle and fleet management.
• Manage a diverse team to ensure efficiencies and accountability.

COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ATTRIBUTES) REQUIRED                    

• National Senior/Matric certificate, plus three (3) year Financial Management/Accounting tertiary qualification (NQF 6/National Diploma).
• A Supply Chain Management qualification will be advantageous.
• A valid driver’s licence.
• Five (5) years of administrative experience.
• Two (2) years of relevant management experience.
• Supply Chain Management experience.
• Understanding and application of basic computer software packages.
• Ability to develop and implement operational plans.
• Leadership and problem-solving skills.
• Resource and risk management.
• Business writing and project management skills.
• Ability to compile and interpret reports and statistics.
• Knowledge of the core administration, human resources, communication and financial disciplines and how to implement and leverage these within a matrix business environment, for example: working knowledge of the Constitution, Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), National Treasury Regulations, Legal Aid SA Act and other relevant Statutes.
• Working knowledge of all employment-related Acts and functional ability in utilisation of electronic systems and technologies.

BASIC SALARY: Level 11 (R896,436.00) per annum plus benefits

A detailed curriculum vitae reflecting practical application of the position outputs and the required competencies as advertised must be submitted by close of business on 03 June 2025, quoting the reference number MTH/AM/16/05/2025 in the subject line to recruitec [at] legal-aid.co.za or apply online at www.legal-aid.co.za 

Applicants must replace the [at] with the @ symbol when sending an email. This will format the email address correctly for sending. It is displayed differently on our website as a cybersecurity protection measure.

Enquiries to Thenjiwe Magazi, Tel: 041 408 2800

The employment decision shall be informed by the Employment Equity Plan of Legal Aid SA. It is Legal Aid SA’s intention to promote equity (race, gender and disability) through the filling of this post(s) with a candidate whose transfer/promotion/appointment will promote representivity in line with the numerical targets as contained in our Employment Equity Plan. Legal Aid SA reserves the right to withdraw posts or not to make an appointment, if by doing so, the interests of Legal Aid SA will be best served.

APPLICANTS NOT CONTACTED WITHIN TWO (2) MONTHS MAY CONSIDER THEIR APPLICATION UNSUCCESSFUL.

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Supervisory Legal Practitioner – Criminal

REF: UPNT/SLP-CRIM/16/05/2025

SUPERVISORY LEGAL PRACTITIONER – CRIMINAL                                        

INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL ADVERTISEMENT                                      

UPINGTON LOCAL OFFICE – KURUMAN SATELLITE OFFICE

Legal Aid SA is a National Public Entity; a key contributor to South Africa’s constitutional democracy, providing quality legal services to indigent and vulnerable persons. The organisation has a national footprint in all nine (9) provinces. Legal Aid SA is a credible employer of choice, boasting Top Employer SA accreditation for 16 consecutive years. We offer an exciting Employee Value Proposition with opportunities for development, career growth and an inspiring workplace.

Applications are invited from persons interested to fill the above-mentioned position. The incumbent will be appointed on a permanent basis. The position is based at the Legal Aid SA Kuruman Satellite Office.

KEY OUTPUTS

• Train, supervise and guide Candidate Attorneys.
• Co-ordinate legal training at the office.
• Provide individual mentoring for and coaching of Legal Practitioners and Candidate Attorneys.
• Assess the quality of the files and work performed by Candidate Attorneys and Legal Practitioners daily.
• Assist the Head of Office with quality assessments.
• Monitor case flow management of Legal Practitioners, Candidate Attorneys and Judicare practitioners at court.
• Assess the quality of Judicare work.
• Monitor and assess the quality of work performed by Co-operation Partners.
• Legal representation in criminal matters.
• Ensure that the law library at the office is up-to-date and adequate.

COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ATTRIBUTES) REQUIRED

• B Proc or LLB degree.
• Admitted Attorney.
• At least seven (7) years of post-admission legal experience.
• Experience as a Senior Legal Practitioner or equivalent is preferable.
• Legal Quality Assurance score of not less than 90%.
• Must be able to mentor and supervise.
• Legal representation and litigation skills.
• Human rights orientation.
• A commitment to professionalism and service excellence.
• A valid code 08 driver’s licence is compulsory.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Strong research capabilities.
• Good administrative skills.
• Strong training and development skills.

SALARY: SU-1 (R1,032,906.00) all-inclusive package per annum

A detailed curriculum vitae reflecting practical application of the position outputs and the required competencies as advertised must be submitted by close of business on 03 June 2025, quoting the reference number UPNT/SLP-CRIM/16/05/2025 in the subject line to Recruitwcnc [at] legal-aid.co.za or apply online at www.legal-aid.co.za 

Applicants must replace the [at] with the @ symbol when sending an email. This will format the email address correctly for sending. It is displayed differently on our website as a cybersecurity protection measure.

Enquiries to Obakeng Motlonye, Tel: 054 337 9200

The employment decision shall be informed by the Employment Equity Plan of Legal Aid SA. It is Legal Aid SA’s intention to promote equity (race, gender and disability) through the filling of this post(s) with a candidate whose transfer/promotion/appointment will promote representivity in line with the numerical targets as contained in our Employment Equity Plan. Legal Aid SA reserves the right to withdraw posts or not to make an appointment, if by doing so, the interests of Legal Aid SA will be best served.

APPLICANTS NOT CONTACTED WITHIN TWO (2) MONTHS MAY CONSIDER THEIR APPLICATION UNSUCCESSFUL.

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Junior Developer x 2

REF: JNR-DEV/IS/09/05/2025

INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL ADVERTISEMENT

JUNIOR DEVELOPER x 2

INFORMATION SYSTEMS DEPARTMENT, NATIONAL OFFICE – BRAAMFONTEIN

Legal Aid SA is a National Public Entity; a key contributor to South Africa’s constitutional democracy, providing quality legal services to indigent and vulnerable persons. The organisation has a national footprint in all nine (9) provinces. Legal Aid SA is a credible employer of choice, boasting Top Employer SA accreditation for 16 consecutive years. We offer an exciting Employee Value Proposition with opportunities for development, career growth and an inspiring workplace.

Applications are invited from persons interested to fill the above-mentioned position. The incumbent will be appointed on a permanent basis. The position is based at the Legal Aid SA National Office in Braamfontein, Johannesburg.

KEY OUTPUTS

• Assist in gathering and documenting user requirements for business process automation using K2.
• Support the development and maintenance of K2 SmartForms, Workflows, Views and SmartObjects.
• Assist in creating functional specifications and basic technical documentation under guidance.
• Support software testing and logging of test results, ensuring compliance with the IS Software Change Management Policy.
• Provide basic application support and troubleshoot workflow-related issues.
• Participate in deployments and updates to K2 solutions with guidance from senior team members.
• Support data analysis and reporting tasks through K2 and Microsoft SQL Server.
• Collaborate with the IS team to manage incidents and service requests.
• Continuously develop technical and business process knowledge.
• Expected to work extended hours when required.

COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ATTRIBUTES) REQUIRED

• National Senior/Matric certificate plus a three (3) year tertiary qualification in IT, Computer Science or a related field.
• Minimum of 1 to 2 years’ relevant experience in software development or business process automation.
• Exposure to or knowledge of:
  • Microsoft .NET C# (ASP.NET, MVC or Windows Forms)
  • K2 development (SmartForms, Workflows, SmartObjects)
  • SharePoint 2013 or higher
  • Microsoft SQL Server (2014 or higher)
• Basic understanding of system design, testing and business processes.
• A K2 Foundation or equivalent introductory certification is an advantage.
• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies is beneficial.
• Good analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to learn and grow in a structured environment.
• Ability to follow instructions, work collaboratively and contribute to team goals.
• Dependable, proactive and eager to improve skills.

SALARY: Level 9 (R468,459.00) plus benefits per annum

A detailed curriculum vitae reflecting practical application of the position outputs and the required competencies as advertised must be submitted by close of business on 27 May 2025, quoting the reference number JNR-DEV/IS/09/05/2025 in the subject line to recruit [at] legal-aid.co.za or apply online at www.legal-aid.co.za 

Applicants must replace the [at] with the @ symbol when sending an email. This will format the email address correctly for sending. It is displayed differently on our website as a cybersecurity protection measure.

Enquiries to Morwesi Tsotetsi, Tel: 011 877 2000

The employment decision shall be informed by the Employment Equity Plan of Legal Aid SA. It is Legal Aid SA’s intention to promote equity (race, gender and disability) through the filling of this post(s) with a candidate whose transfer/promotion/appointment will promote representivity in line with the numerical targets as contained in our Employment Equity Plan. Legal Aid SA reserves the right to withdraw posts or not to make an appointment, if by doing so, the interests of Legal Aid SA will be best served.

APPLICANTS NOT CONTACTED WITHIN TWO (2) MONTHS MAY CONSIDER THEIR APPLICATION UNSUCCESSFUL.

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Supervisory Legal Practitioner – Criminal

REF: ATHL/SLP-CRIM/09/05/2025

SUPERVISORY LEGAL PRACTITIONER – CRIMINAL

INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL RE-ADVERTISEMENT

ATHLONE LOCAL OFFICE

Legal Aid SA is a National Public Entity; a key contributor to South Africa’s constitutional democracy, providing quality legal services to indigent and vulnerable persons. The organisation has a national footprint in all nine (9) provinces. Legal Aid SA is a credible employer of choice, boasting Top Employer SA accreditation for 16 consecutive years. We offer an exciting Employee Value Proposition with opportunities for development, career growth and an inspiring workplace.

Applications are invited from persons interested to fill the above-mentioned position. The incumbent will be appointed on a permanent basis. The position is based in Athlone.

KEY OUTPUTS

• Train, supervise and guide Candidate Attorneys.
• Co-ordinate legal training at the office.
• Provide individual mentoring for and coaching of Legal Practitioners and Candidate Attorneys.
• Assess the quality of the files and work performed by Candidate Attorneys and Legal Practitioners daily.
• Assist the Head of Office with quality assessments.
• Monitor case flow management of Legal Practitioners, Candidate Attorneys and Judicare practitioners at court.
• Assess the quality of Judicare work.
• Monitor and assess the quality of work performed by Co-operation Partners.
• Legal representation in criminal matters.
• Ensure that the law library at the office is up-to-date and adequate.

COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ATTRIBUTES) REQUIRED

• B Proc or LLB degree.
• Admitted Attorney.
• At least seven (7) years of post-admission legal experience.
• Experience as a Senior Legal Practitioner or equivalent is preferable.
• Must be able to mentor and supervise.
• Legal representation and litigation skills.
• Human rights orientation.
• A commitment to professionalism and service excellence.
• A valid code 08 driver’s licence is compulsory.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Strong research capabilities.
• Good administrative skills.
• Strong training and development skills.

SALARY: SU-1 (R1,032,906.00) all-inclusive package per annum

A detailed curriculum vitae reflecting practical application of the position outputs and the required competencies as advertised must be submitted by close of business on 27 May 2025, quoting the reference number ATHL/SLP-CRIM/09/05/2025 in the subject line to Recruitwcnc [at] legal-aid.co.za or apply online at www.legal-aid.co.za 

Applicants must replace the [at] with the @ symbol when sending an email. This will format the email address correctly for sending. It is displayed differently on our website as a cybersecurity protection measure.

Enquiries to Ricardo Adams, Tel: 021 697 5252

The employment decision shall be informed by the Employment Equity Plan of Legal Aid SA. It is Legal Aid SA’s intention to promote equity (race, gender and disability) through the filling of this post(s) with a candidate whose transfer/promotion/appointment will promote representivity in line with the numerical targets as contained in our Employment Equity Plan. Legal Aid SA reserves the right to withdraw posts or not to make an appointment, if by doing so, the interests of Legal Aid SA will be best served.

APPLICANTS NOT CONTACTED WITHIN TWO (2) MONTHS MAY CONSIDER THEIR APPLICATION UNSUCCESSFUL.

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