DIRECTOR: LEGAL SERVICES
Requirements
A Bachelor’s degree (NQF 7) in Law, Admission as an Attorney or Advocate is essential, Training in Management courses will be an added advantage, 5 years relevant experience at middle management level, Knowledge of legal prescripts, Knowledge of MS Office Suite, A valid driver’s license, Excellent communication, presentation, interpersonal, problem solving and research skills, Good interpretation of statutes, Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines, A dynamic self-driven, innovative and result-oriented worker with a strong service delivery, customer and quality focus and a passion for policies, procedures and legal compliance, Willingness to travel and work long hours.
Duties
Provide legal advice and execute necessary legal actions, Manage litigation matters, Advise on the drafting and monitoring of contracts including Service Level Agreements (SLA) and Memoranda of Understanding (MOU), Draft and amend legislation and legal instruments for the department, Provide training on Stats Act and other applicable legal prescripts, Develop and implement internal frameworks such as policies, procedures, as well as strategic, operational, risk and other plans for the directorate, Manage financial and human resources of the directorate.