CHIEF STATE LAW ADVISER

Salary: R1 885 710 – R2 124 237 per annum (Level 15), (an all-inclusive remuneration package).

An NQF Level 8 in Law or as recognised by SAQA. Admission as an Advocate or Attorney in the High Court of South Africa is essential. A minimum of eight (8) years' experience at senior management level in a similar environment. Extensive knowledge of Bills and legislation, legislative drafting and certification processes, legal advisory services, public and international law, public administration, government decision-making processes, and the statutory and regulatory framework governing the Public Service, including the Public Service Act, Public Finance Management Act, Treasury Regulations and related prescripts. Sound understanding of Government priorities, organisational governance, strategic planning and professional legal ethics. Skills and Competencies: Exceptional strategic capability and leadership with the ability to provide strategic direction, develop legal policy and lead a specialised legal advisory environment. Demonstrated capability in programme and project management, financial management, organisational transformation, change management, knowledge management and service delivery innovation. Strong analytical, planning and problem-solving capability, with excellent people management, stakeholder engagement, communication and client orientation skills. Proven ability to build strategic partnerships, manage complex legal matters, influence decision-making and lead multidisciplinary professional teams. High levels of professionalism, ethical leadership, accountability and commitment to the values and principles of the Public Service.