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LEGAL AID
 


​JUNIOR DEVELOPER x 2
REF: JNR-DEV/IS/09/05/2025
INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL ADVERTISEMENT
INFORMATION SYSTEMS DEPARTMENT, 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 16 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, Johannesburg.
 
KEY OUTPUTS
  • Assist in gathering and documenting user requirements for business process automation using K2.
  • Support the development and maintenance of K2 SmartForms, Workflows, Views and SmartObjects.
  • Assist in creating functional specifications and basic technical documentation under guidance.
  • Support software testing and logging of test results, ensuring compliance with the IS Software Change Management Policy.
  • Provide basic application support and troubleshoot workflow-related issues.
  • Participate in deployments and updates to K2 solutions with guidance from senior team members.
  • Support data analysis and reporting tasks through K2 and Microsoft SQL Server.
  • Collaborate with the IS team to manage incidents and service requests.
  • Continuously develop technical and business process knowledge.
  • Expected to work extended hours when required.
 
COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ATTRIBUTES) REQUIRED
  • National Senior/Matric certificate plus a three (3) year tertiary qualification in IT, Computer Science or a related field.
  • Minimum of 1 to 2 years’ relevant experience in software development or business process automation.
  • Exposure to or knowledge of:
    • Microsoft .NET C# (ASP.NET, MVC or Windows Forms)
    • K2 development (SmartForms, Workflows, SmartObjects)
    • SharePoint 2013 or higher
    • Microsoft SQL Server (2014 or higher)
  • Basic understanding of system design, testing and business processes.
  • A K2 Foundation or equivalent introductory certification is an advantage.
  • Familiarity with Agile development methodologies is beneficial.
  • Good analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
  • Willingness to learn and grow in a structured environment.
  • Ability to follow instructions, work collaboratively and contribute to team goals.
  • Dependable, proactive and eager to improve skills.
 
 
SALARY: Level 9 (R468,459.00) 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 27 May 2025, quoting the reference number JNR-DEV/IS/09/05/2025 in the subject line to recruit@legal-aid.co.za or apply online at www.legal-aid.co.za 
 
Applicants must replace the [at] with the @ symbol when sending an email. This will format the email address correctly for sending. It is displayed differently on our website as a cybersecurity protection measure.
 
Enquiries to Morwesi Tsotetsi, 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.
 
APPLICANTS NOT CONTACTED WITHIN TWO (2) MONTHS MAY CONSIDER THEIR APPLICATION UNSUCCESSFUL.










​SUPERVISORY LEGAL PRACTITIONER – CRIMINAL
REF: ATHL/SLP-CRIM/09/05/2025
INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL RE-ADVERTISEMENT
ATHLONE 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 16 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 Athlone.
 
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 degree.
  • 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 is compulsory.
  • Strong negotiation skills.
  • Strong research capabilities.
  • Good administrative skills.
  • Strong training and development skills.
 
SALARY: SU-1 (R1,032,906.00) 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 27 May 2025, quoting the reference number ATHL/SLP-CRIM/09/05/2025 in the subject line to Recruitwcnc@legal-aid.co.za or apply online at www.legal-aid.co.za 
 
Applicants must replace the [at] with the @ symbol when sending an email. This will format the email address correctly for sending. It is displayed differently on our website as a cybersecurity protection measure.
 
Enquiries to Ricardo Adams, Tel: 021 697 5252
 
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.