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LEGAL AID
 
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DATA UNIT MANAGER – LAND RIGHTS MANAGEMENT UNIT
REF: NO/DAT-LRM/25/11/2022
INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL ADVERTISEMENT  
NATIONAL OFFICE – BRAAMFONTEIN
 
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 thirteen (13) 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 at the Legal Aid SA National Office in Braamfontein.
 
KEY OUTPUTS
  • To develop, customise, manage and co-ordinate the reporting function of the Land Rights Management component of Legal Aid South Africa, including the collection, collation, analysis, reporting and publishing of statistical data on behalf of the Land Rights Management Unit, as well as some reporting functions of other departments.
  • To play a champion role in driving the Business Intelligence (BI) enhancement programme to ensure that it is aligned to deliver information that is essential to the strategic priorities of our organisation.
  • Display insight into the Board’s strategic direction and priorities in relation to legal service delivery.
  • Contribute to the strategic direction of Legal Aid SA by managing and ensuring the efficient drawing of data to highlight challenges in our service delivery programme.
  • Manage and co-ordinate the Data Unit at the Land Rights Management Unit to become a resource partner to the Provincial, Local Office and National Office Departments.
  • Manage, develop and co-ordinate the efficient compilation of daily, monthly, quarterly and annual delivery and other operational statistical reports from the existing Legal Aid SA databases on behalf of the Legal Executive: Land Rights Management.
  • Develop/design and implement data collection tools/software to efficiently extract information from decentralised Legal Aid SA offices for national consolidation using web-based designs.
  • Provide day-to-day advice and support to users in respect of the above.
  • Maintain the dynamic look up tables on Legal Aid SA’s computer system.
  • Design/analyse BI reports for the Land Rights Management Unit as required, including the identification of system enhancements and new system developments.
  • Refine and maintain the Land Rights Management Unit’s database and develop reports as required.
  • Partner with Justice Cluster stakeholders to ensure the development of integrated/comparable management information.
  • Ensure efficient and effective knowledge management and sharing of information.
  • Compile any other relevant reports for the Legal Executive as required.
  • Management, training and mentoring of all positions reporting to the Data Unit Manager in the Land Rights Management Unit.
  • Monitor and analyse existing and newly developed systems as well as reports to identify shortcomings and ensure data integrity.
  • Develop and maintain the BI tools.
  • Develop own effectiveness in the Information Systems environment.
 
COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ATTRIBUTES) REQUIRED                                                        
  • National Senior/Matric certificate plus B Degree in Computer Science or equivalent (NQF 7).
  • A postgraduate degree in Computer Science will be advantageous.
  • Six (6) years of relevant work experience within a complex organisation.
  • Three (3) years experience at middle management level.
  • Two (2) years or more experience in Microsoft SQL 2014 or higher.
  • Experience that would assist the incumbent in driving a service excellence mindset and building relationships within the organisation as a whole.
  • Experience in strategic and business planning and monitoring and reporting.
  • A sophisticated collaborative style is advantageous.
  • Project management experience is essential.
  • In-depth knowledge of data management and business processes and how to implement and leverage these within a complex business environment.
  • Above average functional ability in the utilisation of electronic systems and technologies.
  • Able to create functional integration between Local Office, Provincial Office and National Office departments and the organisation as a whole.
  • Ability to benchmark against national leading practice and work with the Executive Management Committee to develop the organisation’s information management practice.
  • Able to partner with the Legal Executive to support the achievement of strategic objectives through effective information-mining processes.
  • Effective working relationship with the Executive Management Committee.
  • Excellent analytical, organisational, management and leadership skills, business acumen and the ability to deal with ambiguity and meet demanding deadlines and manage projects.
  • Information technology and HR management skills to manage the Data Unit.
 
 
SALARY: Level 13 (R1,105,383.00) 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 13 December 2022, quoting the reference number NO/DAT-LRM/25/11/2022 in the subject line to Recruit@legal-aid.co.za or apply online at www.legal-aid.co.za 
 
Enquiries to Blanche Gouws, Tel: 011 877 2025
 
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 – CRIMINAL
REF: VRY/SLP-CRIM/25/11/2022
INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL RE-ADVERTISEMENT                                                              
VRYHEID LOCAL OFFICE – ULUNDI SATELLITE 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 thirteen (13) 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 at Legal Aid SA’s Vryheid Local Office’s Ulundi Satellite Office 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 for and coaching of 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 criminal 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.
  • 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 compulsory.
  • Strong negotiation skills.
  • Strong research capabilities.
  • Good administrative skills.
  • Strong training and development skills.
 
SALARY: SU-1 (R885,546.00) 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 13 December 2022, quoting the reference number VRY/SLP-CRIM/25/11/2022 in the subject line to KZNRecruit@legal-aid.co.za or apply online at www.legal-aid.co.za 
 
Enquiries to Sebolelo Diradingwe, Tel: 034 989 8300
 
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.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
TEMPORARY – ADMINISTRATION OFFICER TO ASSIST PERSON WITH DISABILITY                           
REF: ALIW-TAO/25/11/2022
INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL ADVERTISEMENT
ALIWAL NORTH 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 thirteen (13) 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 temporary basis (1-year contract).
This position is based in Aliwal North.
 
KEY OUTPUTS
  • The Admin Officer will report to the Admin Manager and provide functional assistance to an employee with a disability, thus enabling him to deliver competently on his position’s responsibilities.
  • Writing down consultation notes.
  • Accompanying the Attorney to courts and prisons.
  • Doing MARs (Matter Activity Reports) and opening new and closing files.
  • Updating matters exceeding turnaround time.
  • Writing down detailed Trial Notes and managing the practitioner’s diary for appointments and court dates.
  • Day-to-day management and administration of the practitioner’s activities in order to ensure that the practitioner meets quality requirements and standards.
  • Perform other Admin duties as directed by Management (as per the signed performance contract).
  • Perform other reasonable work-related duties incidental to the integration of the employee with disability within the workplace.
 
COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ATTRIBUTES) REQUIRED
  • National Senior/Matric certificate.
  • A minimum of one (1) year of relevant administrative experience.
  • Understanding and application of basic computer software packages.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Attention to detail.
  • A valid unendorsed driver’s licence.
 
SALARY: R181,599.00
 
 
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 12 December 2022, quoting the reference number ALIW-TAO/25/11/2022 in the subject line to ECRecruit@legal-aid.co.za or apply online at www.legal-aid.co.za 
 
Enquiries to Thembela Boco, Tel: 051 633 2530
 
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.