LEGAL ADMIN OFFICER: LEGAL SERVICES (MR 3 – MR 5)

Reference: DOE31/06/2026. Salary: MR3: R337 563 – R385 965.per annum MR4: R403 929 – R461 838.per annum MR5: R483 219 - R1 155 777.per annum (Salary will be in accordance with the Occupational Specific Dispensation Determination (OSD). Requirements: An LLB qualification. At least 3 years appropriate post qualification legal experience. Knowledge of the Constitution. Knowledge of the PFMA. Knowledge of Civil Procedure (high court and magistrate court rules. Knowledge of PAJA, PAIA, and POPIA. Knowledge and experience in education law (Employment of Educators Act and South African Schools Act). Good verbal and communication skills. Project management skills. Computer literacy. Valid drivers licence Duties: The successful candidate will be responsible for Providing and administering legal advice/opinions in the Department, conducting research on policy, legislation and legal principles; Providing legal advice, guidance and opinions on legal matters to departmental officials; Drafting and/or amending legal documents including primary and secondary legislation that is administered by the Department. Drafting and editing legal correspondence on all administrative enquiries; Ensuring compliance with PAIA, PAJA and POPIA; Monitoring, coordinating and evaluating the effective implementation of education legislation; Assisting Managers with legal support in regard to contracts; Assisting with contract drafting and litigation; Conducting awareness on legal matters and legal intervention and carry out any other relevant duties as instructed. Government vacancy from Public Service Vacancy Circular 18 of 2026.