PROVINCIAL ADMINISTRATION: GAUTENG

DEPARTMENT OF ROADS AND TRANSPORT

APPLICATIONS : To apply for the below positions, please apply online at
http://jobs.gauteng.gov.za. For general enquiries please contact Human
Resource Tel No: (011) 355-7082/7043. Only online applications will be
considered.

CLOSING DATE : 31 July 2026

NOTE : Applicants must utilise the most recent Z83 application form for employment,
issued by the Minister for the Public Service and Administration in line with
Regulation 10 of the Public Service Regulations, 2016. All fields in the New
Z83 form must be completed, initialled and signed. Furthermore, a
comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV) must also be attached. Failure to attach
the completed Z83 and Comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV) will result in
disqualification. The New Z83 form is obtainable from any Public Service
Department or the DPSA website www.dpsa.gov.za/documents. Only
shortlisted candidates who meet all the requirements of the post will be
requested to submit certified copies of qualifications, identity document and
valid driver’s license (where driving/travelling is an inherent requirement of the
job) not older than six (06) months. All shortlisted candidates, including the
SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical
exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical
and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct)
assessment. It is our intention to promote representation (race, gender and
disability) in the Public Service through the filling of posts and candidates
whose transfer/promotion/appointment will promote representation will receive
preference. It is the Department’s intention to promote equity through the filling
of all numeric targets as contained in the Employment Equity Plan. To facilitate
this process successfully, an indication of race, gender and disability status is
required. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications
evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). The
Department reserves the right not to appoint. If you do not receive any
response from us within 3 months, please accept your application was
unsuccessful.

POST 25/408 : LEGAL ADMIN OFFICER (MR5): LEGAL OPINION REF NO: REFS/050350

Branch: Corporate Services
SALARY : R483 219 – R1 155 777 per annum. The offer is based on recognition of
experience. (Proof of recognized experience will be requested only to the
shortlisted candidates).
CENTRE : Johannesburg (Head Office)

REQUIRMENTS : LLB (NQF Level 8). At least 14 years’ post graduate legal experience. Admitted
Attorney or Advocate in the High Court of South Africa. At least 8 years’ post
qualification experience in the provision of legal services. Admitted Attorney or
Advocate in the High Court of South Africa. Knowledge And Skills:
Communications skills, Computer literacy, Interpersonal skills, Negotiation
skills Problem solving and Ability to work with the team Ability to work under
pressure. Leadership, Decision Making, Planning Organization, Report writing,
Presentation. Change Management Planning and organizing Strategy, Policy
Development, Project Management, People Oriented Financial Management
Research Conduct, analyses, interpret, advise and mentor junior on research.

DUTIES : Provide sound legal opinion to the department, Draft legal opinions for the
department, Represent the department during legal proceedings, Provide
general legal support and PAIA, PAJA and POPIA compliance. Conduct a data
inventory to identify what personal information is processed, where it is stored,
and who it is shared with. Implement data protection policies and procedures,
including comprehensive privacy notice, data retention schedules and secure
destruction processes. Appear in court, lead evidence and present legal
arguments. Determine and deliver persuasive legal arguments to a judge or
magistrate. administer legal advice/opinion in the Department research the
applicability of legal principles on legal Opinion formulate questions to be
answered on legal Opinions, study and cite relevant cases on aspects related
to legal Opinions, respond to legal opinion aspects that arise during public
hearing and parliamentary sessions, consult with relevant line function Advice
on settlement to avoid unnecessary legal costs. Research on latest update of
legal developments.

ENQUIRIES : Ms. A. Mkhombo Tel No: (011) 355 -7521, Ms. P. Mabasa Tel No: (011) 355 –
7175
NOTE : In line with the Department’s employments Equity Plan, preference will be
given to Persons with Disabilities Coloured Females, Indian Females, White
Females candidates.

POST 25/407 : LEGAL ADMINISTRATION OFFICER (MR5): LITIGATION SERVICES REF NO: REFS/050351

Branch: Corporate Services
SALARY : R483 219 – R1 155 777 per annum. The offer is based on recognition of
experience. (Proof of recognized experience will be requested only to the
shortlisted candidates).
CENTRE : Johannesburg (Head Office)

REQUIRMENTS : LLB Degree (NQF Level 8). At least 14 years appropriate post qualification
legal experience. Admitted Attorney or Advocate in the High Court of South
Africa. Knowledge And Skills: Knowledge and experience in research; Good
communication skills (written and verbal); Ability to work under pressure and
solve problems; Good office administration, planning and organizing;
Computer literacy. Knowledge of Administrative and Constitutional Law,
Legislation and Regulations relevant to the Public Service, Legal drafting and
interpretation. Knowledge of court procedures; Experience in the management
of litigation.

DUTIES : Draft, review and amend legal policies for the Department. Deal with litigation
on behalf of the Department through the state attorney. Investigate and compile
relevant documents to the state attorney. Liaise with the State Attorney’s office,
State Law Advisors and Counsel. Conduct Research on the cases at hand, to
establish liability. Giving instruction to the state attorney during court
proceedings. Compilation of evidence from staff and management. Manage
the cases referred to the state attorney with regard to dates and ensure court
appearance by officials and avoid prescription. Provide assistant to the state
attorney to prepare briefs to advocates were necessary. Verify correctness of
invoice for payment to the State Attorney. Conduct Research and Advice on
Legal Problems and Proceedings regarding the Department. Update litigation
management system. Investigate and compile relevant documents for the court
proceedings. Verify accuracy of documents and compliance with court rules
and deadlines. Provide assistance to the state attorney during the court
proceedings. Compile court records. Appear in court, lead evidence and
present legal arguments. Determine and deliver persuasive legal arguments to
a judge or magistrate. Interpret and apply the law to the specific facts of the
case to support the departments cases. Conduct a data inventory to identify
what personal information is processed, where it is stored, and who it is shared
with. Implement data protection policies and procedures, including
comprehensive privacy notice, data retention schedules and secure
destruction processes. Implement appropriate security safeguards to protect
personal information from unauthorised access, loss and damage. Establish
an incident response plan for data breaches. Compile and publish a PAIA
manual detailing the department’s structure, functions, available records and
the procedure for requesting information. Manage requests for information in
accordance with the prescribed procedures and forms, responding with
stipulated timeframes. Establish internal appeal procedures for requesters
dissatisfied with the decisions (mandatory for public bodies). Adhere to the
code of good administrative conduct and integrate PAJA requirements into all
administrative decision-making processes.

ENQUIRIES : Ms. A. Mkhombo Tel No: (011) 355 -7521, Ms. P. Mabasa Tel No: (011) 355 –
7175

NOTE : In line with the Department’s employments Equity Plan, preference will be
given to Persons with Disabilities Coloured Females, Indian Females, White
Females candidates.

We wish you all the best with your applications