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LEGAL AID
 


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ADMIN MANAGER
REF: PMB/AM/22/04/2022
INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL RE-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 provinces. Legal Aid SA is a credible employer of choice, boasting Top Employer SA accreditation for 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 in the above-mentioned position. The incumbent will be appointed on a permanent basis. 
 
The position is based in Pietermaritzburg with travel required to surrounding areas.
 
KEY OUTPUTS
  • Manage the Local Office processes in respect of finance, human resources, communication and legal administration within a matrix environment.
  • Manage administrative functions from a compliance and operational effectiveness approach.
  • Management of the Local Office Manual and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for the Local Office and advise on application.
  • Ensure the implementation of new/revised Policies and Procedures and monitor adherence thereof.
  • Together with the Management team, identify risks facing the Local Office and ensure effective mitigation against such risks.
  • Management oversight of BI reports to accurately reflect the status of strategy implementation.
  • Management and monitoring of Local Office contracts to ensure compliance and value for money.
  • Management and monitoring of the correct use of petty cash.
  • Management of infrastructure and fixed assets.
  • Manage procurement and payments (sourcing quotes from suppliers, processing of invoices, orders, et cetera).
  • Management of over and under expenditure to ensure budgetary control.
  • Efficient vehicle and fleet management.
  • Manage a diverse team to ensure efficiencies and accountability.
 
COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ATTRIBUTES) REQUIRED                                       
  • Grade 12, plus 3 year Financial Management/Accounting tertiary qualification (NQF 6). Supply Chain Management qualification will be advantageous.
  • A valid driver’s licence.
  • 5 years administrative experience.
  • 2 years relevant management experience.
  • Supply chain management experience.
  • Understanding and application of basic computer software packages.
  • Ability to develop and implement Operational Plans.
  • Leadership and problem solving skills.
  • Resource and risk management.
  • Business writing and project management skills.
  • Ability to compile and interpret reports and statistics.
  • Knowledge of the core administration, human resources, communication and financial disciplines and how to implement and leverage these within a matrix business environment: for example; working knowledge of Constitution, PFMA, National Treasury Regulations, Legal Aid SA Act and other relevant Statutes.
  • Working knowledge of all employment related Acts and functional ability in utilisation of electronic systems and technologies.
 
 
Basic Salary: R744,255.00 plus benefits per annum (Level 11)
 
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 May 2022, quoting the reference number PMB/AM/22/04/2022 in the subject line to KZNRecruit@legal-aid.co.za or apply online at www.legal-aid.co.za 
 
Enquiries to Lungile Radebe, 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.
 
 
 


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SUPERVISORY LEGAL PRACTITIONER – CIVIL
REF: EMP/SLP-CIV/22/04/2022
INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL RE-ADVERTISEMENT                  
EMPANGENI 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 provinces. Legal Aid SA is a credible employer of choice, boasting Top Employer SA accreditation for 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 in Empangeni.
 
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 years’ post-admission legal experience.
  • Experience as a Senior Legal Practitioner or equivalent 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 compulsory.
  • Strong negotiation skills.
  • Strong research capabilities.
  • Good administrative skills.
  • Strong training and development skills.
 
 
Salary Package: SU – 1 R859,749.00 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 12 May 2022, quoting the reference number EMP/SLP-CIV/22/04/2022 in the subject line to KZNRecruit@legal-aid.co.za or apply online at www.legal-aid.co.za 
 
Enquiries to: Lungile Magoso, Tel: 035 792 4949
 
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.
 
 



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OFFICE ASSISTANT
REF: JHB/OA/22/04/2022
INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL ADVERTISEMENT
JOHANNESBURG 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 provinces. Legal Aid SA is a credible employer of choice, boasting Top Employer SA accreditation for 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 in Johannesburg, at the Legal Aid SA Johannesburg Local Office.
 
POSITION PURPOSE
To create a clean physical environment and render office services as and when required.
 
KEY OUTPUTS
  • Serve Legal Practitioners and other Local Office staff by providing excellent office support services such as messenger duties.
  • Ensure that reports and documentation are sent/delivered to the right people, timeously.
  • Maintain an incoming/outgoing fax register per the required format.
  • Incoming mail handled in accordance with Legal Aid SA administrative procedures.
  • All documentation to be correctly/accurately filed.
  • Switchboard to be manned at all times and proper telephone etiquette to be adhered to at all times.
  • Daily collection and posting of mail.
  • Transporting Legal Aid SA staff members to courts/Provincial or National Office as per Legal Aid SA relevant Transport/Fleet Management policy/procedures.
 
COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ATTRIBUTES) REQUIRED
  • A recognised Grade 12 Certificate.
  • A valid driver’s licence.
 
 
Basic Salary: Level 4 (R147,459.00) plus benefits 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 12 May 2022, quoting the reference number JHB/OA/22/04/2022 in the subject line to GPRecruit@legal-aid.co.za or apply online at www.legal-aid.co.za 
 
Enquiries to Lesetja Mahapa, Tel: 011 870 1480
 
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.
 
 



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ASSISTANT INTERNAL AUDITOR X2
REF: NO/AIA/22/04/2022                             
INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL ADVERTISEMENT
NATIONAL 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 provinces. Legal Aid SA is a credible employer of choice, boasting Top Employer SA accreditation for 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 for a duration of 3 years. 
 
These positions are based in Braamfontein.
 
POSITION PURPOSE
To assist in the conduct of audit reviews.
 
KEY OUTPUTS
  • Assist the Internal Auditor with the planning logistics for the projects allocated.
  • Perform audit fieldwork under the supervision of the Internal Auditor.
  • Compile audit working papers on TeamMate.
  • Discuss simple exceptions found with the Auditee and document findings raised.
  • Compiling of simple audit programmes for activities that form part of a specific audit project.
  • Selection of items for audit.
  • Compiling of parts of the draft audit findings as and when requested by the auditor.
 
COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ATTRIBUTES) REQUIRED
  • Three (3)-year qualification with courses in Accounting, Auditing, Internal Auditing or Management Accounting.
  • Knowledge of accounting, auditing/internal auditing and management accounting disciplines and how to implement and leverage those within a complex business environment.
  • Knowledge of TeamMate audit software.
 
 
BASIC SALARY: R176,310.00 plus benefits per annum (level 5)
 
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 May 2022, quoting the reference number NO/AIA/22/04/2022 in the subject line to Recruit@legal-aid.co.za or apply online at www.legal-aid.co.za
 
Enquiries to Eulender Mafolo, Tel: 011 877 2000
 
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.
 
 



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SUPERVISORY LEGAL PRACTITIONER – CIVIL                     
REF: MID/SLP-CIV/22/04/2022
INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL ADVERTISEMENT                  
MIDDELBURG 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 provinces. Legal Aid SA is a credible employer of choice, boasting Top Employer SA accreditation for 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 in Middelburg.
 
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 years’ post-admission legal experience.
  • Experience as a Senior Legal Practitioner or equivalent 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 compulsory.
  • Strong negotiation skills.
  • Strong research capabilities.
  • Good administrative skills.
  • Strong training and development skills.
 
 
Salary Package: SU – 1 R859,749.00 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 12 May 2022, quoting the reference number MID/SLP-CIV/22/04/2022 in the subject line to LMPRecruit@legal-aid.co.za or apply online at www.legal-aid.co.za 
 
Enquiries to Mphephi Dolamo, Tel: 013 243 5964
 
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.






ADMIN OFFICER
REF: VER/AO/22/04/2022
INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL ADVERTISEMENT
VERULAM 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 provinces. Legal Aid SA is a credible employer of choice, boasting Top Employer SA accreditation for 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 in Verulam.
 
POSITION PURPOSE
To provide administrative support to the Local Office in accordance with Legal Aid SA policies, procedures and standards.
 
KEY OUTPUTS
  • Maintain the record-keeping and filing system of the office.
  • Perform office administration, switchboard, typing and filing duties.
  • Maintain Asset Register.
  • Distribute reports and other documentation.
  • Information management/data capturing.
  • Human resources and procurement administration.
  • Practice sound customer relations.
 
COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ATTRIBUTES) REQUIRED                                                                                                                                      
  • A recognised Grade 12 (Std 10) certificate.
  • A minimum of 12 months’ relevant administrative experience.
  • Understanding and application of basic computer software packages.
  • Good written and verbal communication skills.
  • Attention to detail.
 
 
Basic Salary: Level 5 (R176,310.00) plus benefits 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 12 May 2022, quoting the reference number VER/AO/22/04/2022 in the subject line to KZNRecruit@legal-aid.co.za or apply online at www.legal-aid.co.za 
 
Enquiries to Siyasanga Jingqi, Tel: 032 533 2654
 
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.