LEGAL ADMIN OFFICER MR-4

Department of Social Development

Chief Directorate: Corporate Services.

Reference number: SD/1/10/26/E
Salary: R403 929 – R461 838 per annum, (salary will be in accordance with OSD determination)
Centre: Provincial Office
Province: North West
Closing date: 17 August 2026
Circular: No 27 of 2026

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Requirements

An LLB degree. 5 years’ postgraduate legal experience .Sound knowledge of the law .An understanding of Batho Pele principles .Knowledge of the Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations and PFMA .Knowledge of and experience in Public Service legislation .Computer literacy .Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written) .Accuracy and attention to detail .Problem-solving, report-writing and time management skills .The ability to make presentations .Good interpersonal and inter-cultural relations .The ability to liaise with senior officials .The ability to draft contracts or any other legal instruments. A valid driver’s licence. Competencies: Ability to maintain confidentiality. Good communication skills. Good time keeping. Ability to work as a team. Problem solving skills. Planning and organizing skills. Knowledge of relevant legislations, policies and procedures in Child and youth Care. Interpersonal and Leadership skills. Able to do shift work.

Duties

Provide legal opinion in respect of the mandate of the Department. Coordinate the implementation of new legislation with provincial stakeholders. Draft legal documentation and reports for and give advice to Senior Management on a variety of legal matters. Respond to petitions, representations and complaints from civil society and other Government departments.

Where to send your application

E-Mail: SDRecruitmentPO@nwpg.gov.za

Enquiries

Adv TJ Ntuane Tel No: (018) 388 2010/4014

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 27 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 31 July 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 31 July 2026.

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