KWAZULU NATAL DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORT

Applications lacking evidence of relevant experience will not be considered. Failure to comply with these instructions will lead to applications being disqualified. Should an applicant wish to apply for more than one post, separate applications i.e. all the documentation must be submitted for each post applied for. Non-RSA Citizens/Permanent Resident Permit holders must attach a copy of their Permanent Residence Permits to their applications. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) and to attach proof of such evaluation to their application. Under no circumstances will faxed or e-mailed applications be accepted. Receipt of applications will not be acknowledged due to the volume of applications and should you not receive an invitation to attend an interview within three (3) months of the closing date should assume that their application was unsuccessful. Please note that where experience is a requirement for the post, the successful candidate will be required to submit documentary proof of such work experience prior to assuming duty. A personnel suitability check (criminal record, citizenship, credit record checks, qualification verification and employment verification) will be conducted prior to employment. All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise that intends to test relevant technical elements of the job, the logistics of which will be communicated by the department. Following the interview and technical exercise, the selection panel will recommend candidates to attend a generic managerial competency assessment (in compliance with the DPSA Directive on the implementation of competency based assessments). The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit an original SAP91 form with their fingerprints on the day of their interview. It will be expected of candidates to be available for selection interviews on a date, time and place as determined by the Department. The Department of Transport reserves the right not to fill these post(s). 
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MANAGEMENT ECHELON
 
 
DIRECTOR: LEGAL SERVICES REF NO: P 06/2019 
SALARY: R1 005 063 per annum (all inclusive remuneration package) 
CENTRE: Inkosi Mhlabunzima Maphumulo House, Pietermaritzburg 
 
REQUIREMENTS: An undergraduate qualification in Law (NQF Level 7) as recognised by SAQA; plus A minimum of 5 years’ experience at a middle/senior managerial level within the legal environment; plus Possession of a valid driver’s license (minimum Code B). Knowledge, Skill, Training and Competencies Required: Understanding the broad legal framework/legislation governing services rendered by government. Broad and in-department expert knowledge of administrative policies and practices, budgeting and managerial function. Knowledge of Public Service reporting procedures and work environment. Knowledge of Planning and Organizing. Computer Literacy. Specialized knowledge of legal practices. Clear conceptual understanding of transformation. Working knowledge of Provincial and National Legislation plus administrative processes. Skills in the interpretation and application of policies/legislation. Research, policy formulation and managerial skills. Problem solving and analytical thinking skills. Strategic planning and co-ordination skills. Computer skills. Team building skills. Excellent communication skills (verbal, written and networking).Project management skills. Presentation and facilitation skills. Motivation /leadership skills. Negotiation skills. The ideal candidate must have a demonstrated interest in the legal and related fields, must be honest and have integrity. He/She must be an innovative thinker, be receptive to ideas & suggestions, be reliable, creative/innovative, accurate, believe in openness& transparency, be a team leader and be a total quality controller.
 
DUTIES: Oversee and manage the rendering of efficient and professional legal services. Review draft legislation and prepare input as well as research and formulate Departmental/Provincial legislation. Deal with all legal matters relating to the acquisition and disposal of land and property. Provide support in respect of legal matters relating to formal and informal interventions and commission of enquiry. Overall management and control of the activities and staff of the component including the budget allocated thereto. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Ms S Ngubo Tel No: 033 – 355 8735/6 
FOR ATTENTION : Mr C McDougall 
 
NOTE: It is the intention of this Department to consider equity targets when filling this position.