This vacancy has closed. It closed on 24 August 2026 and is kept here for reference only.
SENIOR STATE LAW ADVISOR: RULES BOARD (LP 9)
Department of Justice and Constitutional Development
- Reference number
- 3/08/2026
- Salary
- R1 242 915 - R1 934 208 per annum. The all-inclusive remuneration package will be structured in accordance with OSD requirements.
- Centre
- National Office: Pretoria
- Province
- Gauteng
- Closing date
- 24 August 2026
- Circular
- No 28 of 2026
Requirements
An NQF level 7 legal qualification/ LLB Degree as recognised by SAQA. A minimum of eight (8) years appropriate post qualification litigation/ advisory experience. Admittance as an Attorney or Advocate. Extensive knowledge and understanding of the Constitution Law, Administrative Law and the Criminal Justice System. Knowledge of Public Service Legislative and Governance Framework. Knowledge of Court rules and Court procedures. A valid driver’s license. Knowledge, Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations, Public Finance Management, Treasury. Skills and Competencies: Legal research and drafting; Dispute resolution; Analytical thinking; Communication skills (written and verbal); Presentation and facilitation skills; Financial management skills; Computer literacy; Strategic planning capabilities and leadership skills; Ability to work as a team, individually and under pressure.
Duties
Facilitate legal research including comparative legal research on court rules. Draft rules of court, memorandum and opinions, and facilitate consultation of stakeholders. Draft rules of courts, court procedures and submit to rules board and specialist committees. Conduct regular review of existing rules of courts, facilitate amendments and repeal outdated rules. Facilitate approval of approved amendments and new rules. Facilitate mentoring and coaching of juniors on legal research and provide information and or case law relevant to court rules.
Where to send your application
Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your application to: https://forms.office.com/r/X2XaVPasWu OR Postal address: The Human Resources: Department of Justice and Constitutional Development, Private Bag X81, Pretoria, 0001 OR Physical address: Application Box, First Floor Reception, East Tower, Momentum Building, 329 Pretorius Street, Pretoria.
Enquiries
Mr. M Mokoena Tel No: (012) 774 2026
Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 28 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 7 August 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 24 October 2026.
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