DEPARTMENT OF HOME AFFAIRS

CLOSING DATE : 17 October 2025

NOTE : Applications must be submitted online at https://erecruitment.dha.gov.za or sent to the correct email address specified at the bottom of the posts, on or before the closing date, accompanied by a fully
completed Application for Employment Form (New Z83, effective from 1 January 2021), obtainable
at www.dpsa.gov.za and a comprehensive CV, citing the start and end date (dd/mm/yy), job title,
duties performed and exit reason for each employment period to be considered, as well as the
details of at least two contactable employment references (as recent as possible); limited to 2.5MB
in size. Shortlisted candidates are required to submit a copy of their ID document, a valid driver’s
license (if specified as a job requirement), relevant educational qualifications / RPL certificates /
Academic Transcripts of completed qualifications, and details of current earnings (latest salary
advice) as directed. Furthermore, applicants who possess (a) foreign qualification(s), are required
to submit the evaluated results of such qualifications, as received from the South African
Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to employment suitability
checks (credit, criminal, citizenship, qualifications, and employment references including verification
of exit reasons, and conducting business with State). In order to be considered for appointment into
Senior Management (SMS) posts, applicants potentially considered suitable are required to
complete the online “Pre-entry Certificate for entry into the Senior Management Services” course;
obtainable at the National School of Government (NSG), under the name “Certificate for entry into
the SMS”. Full details can be obtained via the following link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/trainingcourse/sms-pre-entry-programme/. Once appointed, the entering into of an employment contract (for SMS posts), serving of a prescribed probation period, and obtaining of a security clearance appropriate to the post, will be required. Correspondence between the Department and candidates will be limited to shortlisted candidates, only

POST 36/45 : LEGAL ADMINISTRATION OFFICER (MR1-MR5) REF NO: HRMC 40/25/7 (X3 POSTS)

Directorate: Litigation

SALARY : R252 855 – R1 111 323 per annum (MR1-MR5), (a basic salary package,) Salary will be in
accordance with the OSD determination for Legally Qualified Personnel.
CENTRE : Head Office: Tshwane

REQUIREMENTS : An LLB degree or equivalent 4 (four) year legal qualification at NQF level 7 (seven) as recognized by SAQA. MR1 – No previous legal experience is required. MR 2: 1 (one) years’ relevant postqualification legal experience in a litigation environment. MR 3: 2 (two) years’ relevant postqualification legal experience in a litigation environment. MR 4: 4 (four) years’ appropriate post
qualification legal experience in a litigation environment. MR 5: 6 (six) years’ relevant postqualification legal experience in a litigation environment. Admission as an Attorney or Advocate is
required for MR 2–5. A valid Driver’s License. Knowledge of all legislation (primary and secondary
legislation) administered by the Department will be an added advantage. Required skills and
competencies: Legal research and drafting. Case flow management. Computer literacy. Good
interpersonal relations. Communication (written and verbal). Planning, organising and decisionmaking. Program and project management. Service delivery innovation. Client orientation and
customer focus. Financial management. Change management. Negotiation skills. Presentation
skills. Problem solving and analysis. Business report writing. Influencing and networking. Technical
Skills: Litigation processes and procedures, preparation/scrutiny of affidavits, preparation of legal
opinions pertaining to litigation matters.

DUTIES : The successful candidate will be responsible for, amongst others, the following specific tasks:
Ensure proper administration of litigation matters and provide litigation trends. Consult with line
managers and advise on policy implementation. Send instructions to State Attorney and ensuring
that the Department and the Minister is represented in civil litigation matters involving the
Department and the Minister. Display understanding of the drafting of legal documents that provide
a clear motivation for a particular position pertaining to a specific case. Propose an approach to be
followed to ensure the best possible outcome for the Department on a litigious matter. Be guided in
presenting motivation on how a specific case should be approached to obtain the most desirable
outcome in the specific circumstances. Accurately document interview with a client. Render
administration duties in relation to the litigation function. Conduct research that will provide
information and case law relevant to the legal matter at hand. Provide strategy in reducing litigation
and costs. Consult State Attorney and/or Counsel and capture in writing advice given during
consultation. Conduct research and provide information for instructions and consultation with client,
line functionaries, advocates, attorneys, experts and any other relevant stakeholders. Conduct
research, file records, contracts, and other relevant documents that will provide information relevant
to the matter. Manage and ensure compliance with legislation (both primary and secondary
legislation) and policies and procedures of the Department. Manage external consultants/service
providers in an effective and efficient manner. Ability to instil appropriate processes and systems,
as well as enabling technology, to support the Department in efficiently and effectively managing
the required work. Support digital transformation.

ENQUIRIES : Ms VT Motshegoe Tel No: (012) 406 4252
APPLICATIONS : Applications compliant with the “Directions to Applicants” above, must be submitted online at
https://erecruitment.dha.gov.za or legalrecruitment@dha.gov.za

POST 36/44 : SENIOR LEGAL ADMINISTRATION OFFICER (MR-6) REF NO: HRMC 40/25/6

This is a re-advertisement, Candidates who have previously applied, and are still interested, are
kindly requested to re-apply).
Directorate: Contracts

SALARY : R586 956 – R1 386 972 per annum (MR-6), (a basic salary package), Salary will be in accordance
with the OSD determination for Legally Qualified Personnel.
CENTRE : Head Office: Tshwane

REQUIREMENTS : An LLB degree or equivalent 4 (four) year legal qualification at NQF level 7 (seven) as recognized by SAQA. 8 (Eight) years’ relevant post-qualification legal experience, of which at least 4 (four) to 5 (five) years should have been in the Commercial Contracts environment. Knowledge of all legislation
(primary and secondary legislation) administered by the Department. Knowledge of the Public
Service Act, 1994 and Regulations. Knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act and
Treasury Regulations. Knowledge of the South African Legal System and legal practices.
Understanding of Human Resources legislation and prescripts. Knowledge of the Constitution of the
Republic of South Africa, 1996. Knowledge of the Promotion of Administrative Justice Act, 2000 and
Regulations. Willingness to travel and work extended hours. A valid Driver’s License. Required skills
and competencies: Strategic capability and leadership. Service delivery innovation. Client
orientation and customer focus. Financial Management. Program and project management.
Problem solving and analysis. Change Management. Legal writing or drafting of legal documents.
Planning, organising and time management. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, as
well as report writing and presentation skills. Influencing, networking, conflict management,
facilitation and negotiation skills. Innovation. Ability to instill appropriate processes and systems, as
well as enabling technology, to support the Department in efficiently and effectively managing the
required work. Support digital transformation. Computer literacy. Patriotism, honesty and integrity.

DUTIES : The successful candidate will be responsible for, amongst others, the following specific tasks: Carry out daily operations of the Directorate: Contracts effectively. Draft and scrutinize Commercial
Contracts and/or Service Level Agreements. Provide high-quality legal advice and legal opinions
pertaining to Commercial Contracts and/or Service Level Agreements. Conduct research in the
drafting of Commercial Contracts, Service Level Agreements and legal opinions. Develop and
implement policies, procedures and directives. Ensure compliance with all audit requirements,
quality and risk management frameworks, standards and procedures. Monitor and ensure
compliance with legislation administered by the Department, as well as policies and procedures.
Ensure optimal utilization of resources. Ensure training needs are met. Ensure the Performance
Management Development System is implemented. Provide inputs on the Strategic Plan and
Annual Budget of the Department. Assist in developing an Operational Plan and Work Plan for the
Directorate to ensure its achievement of the targets and goals. Manage external consultants/service
providers in an effective and efficient manner. Ability to instill appropriate processes and systems,
as well as enabling technology, to support the Department in efficiently and effectively managing
the required work. Support digital transformation.

ENQUIRIES : Mr BC Mathatho Tel No: (012) 406 4250
APPLICATIONS : Applications compliant with the “Directions to Applicants” above, must be submitted online at
https://erecruitment.dha.gov.za or legalrecruitment@dha.gov.za

We wish you all the best with your applications