(5 Year Fixed Term Contract)
SALARY : R2 446 749 – R2 756 241 per annum (Level 16), (an all-inclusive
remuneration package), plus 10% non-pensionable allowance payable to
Head of Departments (HoDs) for a five (5) year term.
CENTRE : National Office, Pretoria State
REQUIREMENTS : An NQF Level 8 qualification recognized by SAQA in Law, Public
Administration, Public Management, Business Administration or a related
field. Admission as an Attorney or Advocate will be an added advantage. A
minimum of ten (10) years’ experience at senior managerial level, of which a
substantial portion must have been gained at executive leadership level
within a large, complex organization. Proven experience in organizational
transformation, strategic planning, institutional performance, governance,
financial management, policy development and stakeholder management is
essential. Executive leadership experience within the Public Service will
serve as a distinct advantage. Extensive knowledge of constitutional and
administrative law; criminal law; labour law; international law; legislative
drafting; justice administration; litigation and State legal services;
constitutional democracy; human rights; public administration; organizational
development; information and communication technology; public sector
governance; the Public Service Act; Public Service Regulations; Public
Finance Management Act; Treasury Regulations; Government planning
frameworks; and financial management within the Public Service. Skills and
Competencies: Exceptional strategic leadership and executive management
capability, with the ability to provide strategic direction and translate
Government priorities into measurable organizational outcomes.
Demonstrated capability in programme and project management, financial
management, organizational transformation and change management,
knowledge management, service delivery innovation, governance and
organizational performance. Strong analytical, strategic thinking and problemsolving capability. Excellent people management, communication,
stakeholder management and customer service orientation. Ability to build
strategic partnerships, lead multidisciplinary executive teams, manage
organizational risk and drive organizational performance. High levels of
professionalism, ethical leadership, innovation, accountability and
commitment to public service values.
DUTIES : Provide strategic leadership and overall management of the Department to ensure the effective administration of justice and implementation of its
constitutional and legislative mandate. Oversee the development, reform and
implementation of legislation, legal services and policies that promote
constitutional democracy, human rights and the rule of law. Provide strategic
oversight of court administration services, including lower court
administration, the Integrated Criminal Justice System and programmes
supporting vulnerable groups. Oversee the administration of Master’s
Services and Family Law Services, including deceased estates, trusts,
insolvencies, guardianship administration and family advocate services.
Direct the provision of State legal advisory and litigation services on behalf of
Government and organs of State. Ensure effective financial management,
strategic planning, governance, enterprise risk management, internal audit,
organizational performance and transformation and regulatory compliance.
Strengthen intergovernmental relations, cluster coordination, entity oversight
and strategic partnerships, and oversee programmes that advance
constitutional values and social justice. Serve as principal adviser to the
Executive Authority on matters relating to the Department’s mandate and
strategic direction.
ENQUIRIES : Ms Rhulani Ngwenya at 083 269 4716
APPLICATIONS : Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your application to: https://forms.office.com/r/X2XaVPasWu OR Postal address: The Human Resources: Department of Justice and Constitutional Development, Private Bag X81, Pretoria, 0001 OR Physical address: Application Box, First Floor Reception,
East Tower, Momentum Building, 329 Pretorius Street, Pretoria.