/State Law Advisor: Corporate Legal Advisory Services

State Law Advisor: Corporate Legal Advisory Services

Western Cape Government

Western CapeDepartment Of The Premier, Western Cape Government.

💰R970 221 p.a.

📅Closes 25 May

📌Post 15/207

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Closes 25 May

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Reference number

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Requirements

LLB-Degree (Law or equivalent legal qualification) with admission as an Advocate or Attorney. LP 7: A minimum of 5 years' appropriate practical post- qualification legal experience in a legal practice or legal department in the public or private sector; LP 8: A minimum of 9 years' appropriate practical post- qualification legal experience in a legal practice or legal department in the public or private sector. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Laws relating to public procurement, financial management, administrative justice, and contract management; General knowledge of constitutional, legal and institutional arrangements governing the South African public sector and municipalities; Governance structures, policies, and recommended practices applicable to public procurement and contract management; High-level ability to spot restrictive specifications or legal loopholes in tender and/or contractual documents. Ability to provide firm, independent legal advice in high-pressure SCM committee environments and intergovernmental and international relations. Skills in the following: Ability to work independently and as part of a team; Communication skills (written and verbal); Technical vetting skills and attention to detail; Innovative problem-solving skills and analytical thinking; Conflict resolution, interpersonal, and negotiation skills; planning and organizing skills; and integrity and diplomacy.

Duties

Providing SCM Committees with legal guidance on procedural fairness, conflict of interest, and the legal implications of their decisions; Drafting formal (written) legal opinions on substantive legal matters relating to Procurement Law, the Law of Contract, and administrative justice; Reviewing and vetting tender documents of substantial importance to the Administration to ensure they are aligned with applicable legislation. Identifying potential legal risks in the "pre- award" phase and providing guidance on legal risk mitigation; Providing legal support on contract lifecycle management and ensuring that the interests of the Western Cape Government, state entities, and statutory bodies are 144 protected; Liaising with the Litigation Unit in relation to matters that are related to substantial legal opinions rendered, legal advice given, or contracts drafted or edited in the event of court proceedings relating to procurement law; and Drafting, scrutiny, and editing of legal-technical correspondence.

Enquiries

Ms M Dludla at LegalServicesWC2@westerncape.gov.za

Notes

Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. All shortlisted candidates shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department. By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving. Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. Contact the helpline at 086 137 0214. For all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.