About the Role
The Gauteng Department of Health is seeking a Senior Legal Administration Officer who will play a pivotal role in ensuring the integrity and legality of its operations. Based in Pretoria, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the public service by providing expert legal advice and oversight. The role is crucial for upholding the rule of law within the department, particularly in matters related to the Mine Health and Safety Act, and addressing legal inquiries that affect the community’s health and safety.
In this position, you will engage with various stakeholders, including the Minister, to draft and vet important legal documents, ensuring compliance with applicable legislation. Your expertise will not only influence department policies but will also impact the wider community by fostering a safer and more regulated environment. The work you do will help safeguard the rights of citizens and enhance the effectiveness of health services in Gauteng.
About the Department
The Gauteng Department of Health is dedicated to improving healthcare services across the province. Its mission is to provide accessible, quality healthcare to all citizens while ensuring that health policies are in line with national legislation. Working in this department means being part of a team that is committed to health equity and the welfare of the community, making it a meaningful and rewarding environment for professionals dedicated to public service.
What You’ll Do
- Provide legal advice and opinions to the department and the Minister regarding various legal matters, including accident investigations.
- Draft and vet legislation, subordinate legislation, legal documents, memoranda, reports, and submissions.
- Advise on appeals against administrative decisions made under the department’s legislation.
- Oversee litigation involving the department or the Minister, ensuring compliance with court rules.
- Represent the department at various legal forums and monitor adherence to the Promotion of Access to Information Act (PAIA) and the Promotion of Administrative Justice Act (PAJA).
What You’ll Need
- A Bachelor of Laws (LLB) Degree (NQF 8) with 8 years of post-qualification legal experience.
- In-depth knowledge of general legal principles and legislation, particularly the Mine Health and Safety Act and labor laws.
- Strong research skills and computer literacy.
- Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
- A capacity for independent work and innovative thinking, along with strong decision-making and problem-solving skills.
How to Apply
All applications must be hand delivered at: 389 Sophie De Bruyn Street, Pretoria.
Requirements
An Bachelor of Laws ( LLB) Degree (NQF 8) with 8 years post qualification Legal experience (Salary Notch will be determined in accordance with experience in terms of the OSD Legal Qualified Professionals, Knowledge of: Knowledge of general legal principles and legislation particularly, Mine Health and Safety Act, 29 of 1996, Legislation applicable in the mining industry, Labour Laws, Departmental Policies and Directives, Skills: Research skills, Computer literacy, Ability to interpret and apply legislation, Communication skills (verbal and written), Ability to work independently, Innovative thinking, Thinking demand: information evaluation, decision making and problem solving.Job Duties
Provide legal advice and opinion to Department and Minister, including on accident investigations and enquiries in terms of the MHS Act.Draft and vet legislation, subordinate legislation, legal documents, memoranda, reports and submissions on a variety of matters.
Provide advice on appeals lodged against administrative decisions taken in terms of legislation administered by the department.
Oversee all litigation for and against the Department/Minister in terms of court rules and applicable legislation.
Act as legal representative for the department at various forums.
Monitor compliance with PAIA and PAJA.
