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LEGAL AID
 
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SUPERVISORY LEGAL PRACTITIONER
REF: PMB/SLP-LRM/19/01/2024
INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL RE-ADVERTISEMENT                            
PIETERMARITZBURG LOCAL OFFICE (LAND RIGHTS MANAGEMENT)
 
Legal Aid SA is a National Public Entity; a key contributor to South Africa’s constitutional democracy, providing quality legal services to indigent and vulnerable persons. The organisation has a national footprint in all nine (9) provinces. Legal Aid SA is a credible employer of choice, boasting Top Employer SA accreditation for fourteen (14) consecutive years. We offer an exciting Employee Value Proposition with opportunities for development, career growth and an inspiring workplace.
Applications are invited from persons interested to fill the above-mentioned position. The incumbent will be appointed on a permanent basis. 
The position is based in Pietermaritzburg and the successful candidate will be required to travel.
 
KEY OUTPUTS
  • Train, supervise and guide Candidate Attorneys.
  • Co-ordinate legal training at the office.
  • Provide individual mentoring and coaching for Legal Practitioners and Candidate Attorneys.
  • Assess the quality of the files and work performed by Candidate Attorneys and Legal Practitioners daily.
  • Assist the Head of Office with quality assessments.
  • Monitor case flow management of Legal Practitioners, Candidate Attorneys and Judicare practitioners at court.
  • Assess the quality of Judicare work.
  • Monitor and assess the quality of work performed by Co-operation Partners.
  • Legal representation in civil matters.
  • Ensure that the law library at the office is up-to-date and adequate.
 
COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ATTRIBUTES) REQUIRED
  • B Proc or LLB.
  • Admitted Attorney.
  • At least seven (7) years of post-admission legal experience.
  • Experience as a Senior Legal Practitioner or equivalent is preferable.
  • Legal Quality Assurance score of not less than 90%.
  • Must be able to mentor and supervise.
  • Legal representation and litigation skills.
  • Human rights orientation.
  • A commitment to professionalism and service excellence.
  • A valid code 08 driver’s licence is compulsory.
  • Strong negotiation skills.
  • Strong research capabilities.
  • Good administrative skills.
  • Strong training and development skills.
 
 
SALARY: SU-1 (R935,109.00) all-inclusive package per annum
 
A detailed curriculum vitae reflecting practical application of the position outputs and the required competencies as advertised must be submitted by close of business on 06 February 2024, quoting the reference number PMB/SLP-LRM/19/01/2024 in the subject line to KZNRecruit@legal-aid.co.za or apply online at www.legal-aid.co.za 
 
Enquiries to Vuyokazi Ranana, Tel: 033 394 2190
 
The employment decision shall be informed by the Employment Equity Plan of Legal Aid SA. It is Legal Aid SA’s intention to promote equity (race, gender and disability) through the filling of this post(s) with a candidate whose transfer/promotion/appointment will promote representivity in line with the numerical targets as contained in our Employment Equity Plan. Legal Aid SA reserves the right to withdraw posts or not to make an appointment, if by doing so, the interests of Legal Aid SA will be best served.
 
APPLICANTS NOT CONTACTED WITHIN TWO (2) MONTHS MAY CONSIDER THEIR APPLICATION UNSUCCESSFUL.
 
 
 
 
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HIGH COURT LEGAL PRACTITIONER – CRIMINAL 
REF: PMB/HCLP-CRIM/19/01/2024
INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL ADVERTISEMENT                                                                 
PIETERMARITZBURG LOCAL OFFICE
 
Legal Aid SA is a National Public Entity; a key contributor to South Africa’s constitutional democracy, providing quality legal services to indigent and vulnerable persons. The organisation has a national footprint in all nine (9) provinces. Legal Aid SA is a credible employer of choice, boasting Top Employer SA accreditation for fourteen (14) consecutive years. We offer an exciting Employee Value Proposition with opportunities for development, career growth and an inspiring workplace.
Applications are invited from persons interested to fill the above-mentioned position. The incumbent will be appointed on a permanent basis. 
The position is based in Pietermaritzburg.
 
KEY OUTPUTS
  • Provide legal representation to indigent accused persons at High Court level.
  • Handling of complex criminal High Court matters.
  • Training and supervision of Candidate Attorneys.
  • Perform office administration.
  • Represent women, children and landless people in criminal matters.
 
COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ATTRIBUTES) REQUIRED              
  • Admitted attorney or advocate (the latter must have completed pupillage successfully at an institution recognised by Legal Aid SA).
  • Legal representation at High Court level.
  • Minimum of at least seven (7) years of post-qualification experience of which five (5) years must be post-admission experience.
  • A minimum of four (4) years of High Court experience, or a minimum of six (6) years of Regional Court experience.
  • LLB degree.
  • Proven track record in criminal matters at High Court level.
  • Right of appearance in High Court.
  • Valid driver’s licence will be an advantage.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication.
  • Analytical thinking.
  • Team player.
  • Self-development orientation.
 
 
SALARY: LP-7 (R844,572.00) all-inclusive package per annum
 
A detailed curriculum vitae reflecting practical application of the position outputs and the required competencies as advertised must be submitted by close of business on 06 February 2024, quoting the reference number PMB/HCLP-CRIM/19/01/2024 in the subject line to KZNRecruit@legal-aid.co.za or apply online at www.legal-aid.co.za 
 
Enquiries to Vuyokazi Ranana, Tel: 033 394 2190
 
The employment decision shall be informed by the Employment Equity Plan of Legal Aid SA. It is Legal Aid SA’s intention to promote equity (race, gender and disability) through the filling of this post(s) with a candidate whose transfer/promotion/appointment will promote representivity in line with the numerical targets as contained in our Employment Equity Plan. Legal Aid SA reserves the right to withdraw posts or not to make an appointment, if by doing so, the interests of Legal Aid SA will be best served.
 
APPLICANTS NOT CONTACTED WITHIN TWO (2) MONTHS MAY CONSIDER THEIR APPLICATION UNSUCCESSFUL.
 
 
 
 



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HIGH COURT LEGAL PRACTITIONER – CIVIL
REF: QON/HCLP-CIV/19/01/2024
INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL ADVERTISEMENT                                   
QONCE LOCAL OFFICE
 
Legal Aid SA is a National Public Entity; a key contributor to South Africa’s constitutional democracy, providing quality legal services to indigent and vulnerable persons. The organisation has a national footprint in all nine (9) provinces. Legal Aid SA is a credible employer of choice, boasting Top Employer SA accreditation for fourteen (14) consecutive years. We offer an exciting Employee Value Proposition with opportunities for development, career growth and an inspiring workplace.
Applications are invited from persons interested to fill the above-mentioned position. The incumbent will be appointed on a permanent basis. 
The position is based in Qonce.
 
KEY OUTPUTS
  • Provide legal representation to indigent accused persons at High Court level.
  • Handling of complex civil High Court matters.
  • Training and supervision of Candidate Attorneys.
  • Perform office administration.
  • Represent women, children and landless people in civil matters.
 
COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ATTRIBUTES) REQUIRED              
  • Admitted attorney or advocate (the latter must have completed pupillage successfully at an institution recognised by Legal Aid SA).
  • Legal representation at High Court level.
  • Minimum of at least seven (7) years of post-qualification experience of which five (5) years must be post-admission experience.
  • A minimum of four (4) years of High Court experience, or a minimum of six (6) years of Regional Court experience.
  • LLB degree.
  • Proven track record in civil matters at High Court level.
  • Valid driver’s licence will be an advantage.
  • Right of appearance in High Court.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication.
  • Analytical thinking.
  • Team player.
  • Self-development orientation.
 
 
SALARY: LP-7 (R844,572.00) all-inclusive package per annum
A detailed curriculum vitae reflecting practical application of the position outputs and the required competencies as advertised must be submitted by close of business on 06 February 2024, quoting the reference number QON/HCLP-CIV/19/01/2024 in the subject line to ECRecruit@legal-aid.co.za or apply online at www.legal-aid.co.za 
Enquiries to Masibulele Lubelwana, Tel: 043 604 6600
 
The employment decision shall be informed by the Employment Equity Plan of Legal Aid SA. It is Legal Aid SA’s intention to promote equity (race, gender and disability) through the filling of this post(s) with a candidate whose transfer/promotion/appointment will promote representivity in line with the numerical targets as contained in our Employment Equity Plan. Legal Aid SA reserves the right to withdraw posts or not to make an appointment, if by doing so, the interests of Legal Aid SA will be best served.
 
APPLICANTS NOT CONTACTED WITHIN TWO (2) MONTHS MAY CONSIDER THEIR APPLICATION UNSUCCESSFUL.







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SUPERVISORY LEGAL PRACTITIONER – CIVIL
REF: KOMAN/SLP-CIVIL/19/01/2024
INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL RE-ADVERTISEMENT
KOMANI LOCAL OFFICE
Legal Aid SA is a National Public Entity; a key contributor to South Africa’s constitutional democracy, providing quality legal services to indigent and vulnerable persons. The organisation has a national footprint in all nine (9) provinces. Legal Aid SA is a credible employer of choice, boasting Top Employer SA accreditation for fourteen (14) consecutive years. We offer an exciting Employee Value Proposition with opportunities for development, career growth and an inspiring workplace.
Applications are invited from persons interested to fill the above-mentioned position. The incumbent will be appointed on a permanent basis. 
The position is based in Komani.
 
KEY OUTPUTS
  • Train, supervise and guide Candidate Attorneys.
  • Co-ordinate legal training at the office.
  • Provide individual mentoring and coaching for Legal Practitioners and Candidate Attorneys.
  • Assess the quality of the files and work performed by Candidate Attorneys and Legal Practitioners daily.
  • Assist the Head of Office with quality assessments.
  • Monitor case flow management of Legal Practitioners, Candidate Attorneys and Judicare practitioners at court.
  • Assess the quality of Judicare work.
  • Monitor and assess the quality of work performed by Co-operation Partners.
  • Legal representation in civil matters.
  • Ensure that the law library at the office is up-to-date and adequate.
 
COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ATTRIBUTES) REQUIRED
  • B Proc or LLB.
  • Admitted attorney.
  • At least seven (7) years of post-admission legal experience.
  • Experience as a Senior Legal Practitioner or equivalent is preferable.
  • Legal Quality Assurance score of not less than 90%.
  • Must be able to mentor and supervise.
  • Legal representation and litigation skills.
  • Human rights orientation.
  • A commitment to professionalism and service excellence.
  • A valid code 08 driver’s licence is compulsory.
  • Strong negotiation skills.
  • Strong research capabilities.
  • Good administrative skills.
  • Strong training and development skills.
 
SALARY: SU-1 (R935,109.00) all-inclusive package per annum
 
A detailed curriculum vitae reflecting practical application of the position outputs and the required competencies as advertised must be submitted by close of business on 06 February 2024, quoting the reference number KOMAN/SLP-CIVIL/19/01/2024 in the subject line to ECRecruit@legal-aid.co.za or apply online at www.legal-aid.co.za 
 
Enquiries to Zifikile Mgolombane, Tel: 045 807 3500
 
The employment decision shall be informed by the Employment Equity Plan of Legal Aid SA. It is Legal Aid SA’s intention to promote equity (race, gender and disability) through the filling of this post(s) with a candidate whose transfer/promotion/appointment will promote representivity in line with the numerical targets as contained in our Employment Equity Plan. Legal Aid SA reserves the right to withdraw posts or not to make an appointment, if by doing so, the interests of Legal Aid SA will be best served.
 
APPLICANTS NOT CONTACTED WITHIN TWO (2) MONTHS MAY CONSIDER THEIR APPLICATION UNSUCCESSFUL.