BFTW/JLP/02/09/2022 Beaufort West Satellite Office – Land Rights Management Unit – Junior Legal Practitioner – Civil

REF: BFTW/JLP/02/09/2022

JUNIOR LEGAL PRACTITIONER – CIVIL                                                                               

INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL ADVERTISEMENT

GEORGE LOCAL OFFICE – BEAUFORT WEST SATELLITE OFFICE (LAND RIGHTS MANAGEMENT UNIT)

Legal Aid SA is a National Public Entity; a key contributor to South Africa’s constitutional democracy, providing quality legal services to indigent and vulnerable persons. The organisation has a national footprint in all nine provinces. Legal Aid SA is a credible employer of choice, boasting Top Employer SA accreditation for 13 consecutive years. We offer an exciting Employee Value Proposition with opportunities for development, career growth and an inspiring workplace.

Applications are invited from persons interested to fill the above-mentioned position. The incumbent will be appointed on a permanent basis. The position is based at the Legal Aid SA Beaufort West Satellite Office and the successful candidate will be required to travel.

KEY OUTPUTS

  • To provide legal services to farm occupiers, farm workers, labour tenants and restitution claimants, the vulnerable in the coverage area of the unit, in accordance with Legal Aid SA policies, procedures and standards.
  • Leading the way in handling complex legal challenges in a professional manner and with dignity.
  • Empathise with farm occupiers, farm workers, labour tenants and restitution claimants.
  • Mediate and negotiate where there is a dispute between landowners and farm occupiers, farm workers and labour tenants.
  • Support, supervise and guide Paralegal in dealing with complex and challenging legal issues in respect of land matters.
  • Understand and interpret land reform and relevant legislation, such as the Land Reform Labour Tenants Act, Extension of Security of Tenure Act, Restitution of Land Rights Act, Constitution of the Republic of South Africa and Promotion of Administrative Justice Act (PAJA), et cetera.
  • Understand and interpret contracts and agreements.
  • Draft pleadings and court documents accurately, drafting heads of arguments and structuring complex legal documents.
  • Develop case strategy to ensure professional and expert legal representation in complex civil and criminal matters.
  • Provide expert opinion on current law to ensure the highest quality of services provided to Legal Aid SA clients.
  • Research current law with a view to developing the law to make it relevant in a constitutional democracy.
  • Identify current socio-economic conditions and develop cases for litigation.
  • Take comprehensive and accurate statements from clients and ensure the provision of legal services is aligned with and responsive to client needs.
  • Training and development to improve own technical and strategic capability and capacitate Paralegal and Admin staff in the Land Rights Management Unit.
  • Contribute to the publication of pamphlets, books and flyers.

COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ATTRIBUTES) REQUIRED                                                                                                        

  • A South African legal tertiary qualification: LLB or B Proc degree.
  • Admitted Attorney/Advocate (the latter must have completed pupillage successfully at an institution recognised by Legal Aid SA).
  • At least two (2) years’ post-qualification legal experience or exposure to criminal, civil litigation and experience in land rights matters.
  • Thorough knowledge of the core legal practice disciplines and how to implement and leverage these within the human rights’ legal environment.
  • Thorough knowledge of litigation at District Court level, legal drafting, legal training and development, legal practice ethical and professional compliance management.
  • Effective working relationship with Management.
  • Excellent organisation and leadership skills and providing consistent, high-quality, professional legal services.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication.
  • Strong analytical ability and excellent communication skills.

BASIC SALARY: LP3 (R305,973.00) plus benefits per annum

A detailed curriculum vitae reflecting practical application of the position outputs and the required competencies as advertised must be submitted by close of business on 16 September 2022, quoting the reference number BFTW/JLP/02/09/2022 in the subject line to WCNCRecruit@legal-aid.co.za or apply online at www.legal-aid.co.za 

Enquiries to Pumezo Qelile, Tel: 021 861 3000

The employment decision shall be informed by the Employment Equity Plan of Legal Aid SA. It is Legal Aid SA’s intention to promote equity (race, gender and disability) through the filling of this post(s) with a candidate whose transfer/promotion/appointment will promote representivity in line with the numerical targets as contained in our Employment Equity Plan. Legal Aid SA reserves the right to withdraw posts or not to make an appointment, if by doing so, the interests of Legal Aid SA will be best served.

APPLICANTS NOT CONTACTED WITHIN TWO (2) MONTHS MAY CONSIDER THEIR APPLICATION UNSUCCESSFUL.

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KRU/LRU/SLP-CIVIL/26/08/2022 Krugersdorp Local Office – Land Rights Management Unit – Supervisory Legal Practitioner – Civil

REF: KRU/LRU/SLP-CIVIL/26/08/2022

SUPERVISORY LEGAL PRACTITIONER – CIVIL  

INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL RE-ADVERTISEMENT                                                           

KRUGERSDORP LOCAL OFFICE (LAND RIGHTS MANAGEMENT UNIT)

Legal Aid SA is a National Public Entity; a key contributor to South Africa’s constitutional democracy, providing quality legal services to indigent and vulnerable persons. The organisation has a national footprint in all nine provinces. Legal Aid SA is a credible employer of choice, boasting Top Employer SA accreditation for 13 consecutive years. We offer an exciting Employee Value Proposition with opportunities for development, career growth and an inspiring workplace.

Applications are invited from persons interested to fill the above-mentioned position. The incumbent will be appointed on a permanent basis. The position is based at the Legal Aid SA Krugersdorp Local Office and the successful candidate will be required to travel.

KEY OUTPUTS

  • Train, supervise and guide Candidate Attorneys.
  • Co-ordinate legal training at the office.
  • Provide individual mentoring and coaching for Legal Practitioners and Candidate Attorneys.
  • Assess the quality of the files and work performed by Candidate Attorneys and Legal Practitioners daily.
  • Assist the Head of Office with quality assessments.
  • Monitor case flow management of Legal Practitioners, Candidate Attorneys and Judicare practitioners at court.
  • Assess the quality of Judicare work.
  • Monitor and assess the quality of work performed by Co-operation Partners.
  • Legal representation in civil matters.
  • Ensure that the law library at the office is up to date and adequate.

COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ATTRIBUTES) REQUIRED

  • B Proc or LLB.
  • Admitted attorney.
  • At least seven years’ post-admission legal experience.
  • Experience as a Senior Legal Practitioner or equivalent preferable.
  • Legal Quality Assurance score of not less than 90%.
  • Must be able to mentor and supervise.
  • Legal representation and litigation skills.
  • Human rights orientation.
  • A commitment to professionalism and service excellence.
  • A valid code 08 driver’s licence is compulsory.
  • Strong negotiation skills.
  • Strong research capabilities.
  • Good administrative skills.
  • Strong training and development skills.

Salary Package: SU – 1 R859,749.00 all-inclusive package per annum

A detailed curriculum vitae reflecting practical application of the position outputs and the required competencies as advertised must be submitted by close of business on 13 September 2022, quoting the reference number KRU/LRU/SLP-CIVIL/26/08/2022 in the subject line to GPRecruit@legal-aid.co.za or apply online at www.legal-aid.co.za 

Enquiries to Kedibone Thinda, Tel: 012 664 2927

The employment decision shall be informed by the Employment Equity Plan of Legal Aid SA. It is Legal Aid SA’s intention to promote equity (race, gender and disability) through the filling of this post(s) with a candidate whose transfer/promotion/appointment will promote representivity in line with the numerical targets as contained in our Employment Equity Plan. Legal Aid SA reserves the right to withdraw posts or not to make an appointment, if by doing so, the interests of Legal Aid SA will be best served.

APPLICANTS NOT CONTACTED WITHIN TWO (2) MONTHS MAY CONSIDER THEIR APPLICATION UNSUCCESSFUL.

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POR/PAR/19/08/2022 Port Shepstone Local Office – Land Rights Management Unit – Paralegal

REF: POR/PAR/19/08/2022

PARALEGAL                                                                            

INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL ADVERTISEMENT

PORT SHEPSTONE LOCAL OFFICE (LAND RIGHTS MANAGEMENT UNIT)

Legal Aid SA is a National Public Entity; a key contributor to South Africa’s constitutional democracy, providing quality legal services to indigent and vulnerable persons. The organisation has a national footprint in all nine provinces. Legal Aid SA is a credible employer of choice, boasting Top Employer SA accreditation for 13 consecutive years. We offer an exciting Employee Value Proposition with opportunities for development, career growth and an inspiring workplace.

Applications are invited from persons interested to fill the above-mentioned position. The incumbent will be appointed on a permanent basis. The position is based in Port Shepstone and the successful candidate will be required to travel.

KEY OUTPUTS

  • Support the office’s legal staff by providing paralegal services to people qualifying for legal aid.
  • Identify and solve matters that are not of a litigious nature.
  • Identify cases of a litigious nature and hand over to legal practitioners.
  • Handle legal administration.
  • Keep the client database up to date.
  • Conduct interviews with people applying for legal assistance.
  • Assist clients with the completion of forms.

COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ATTRIBUTES) REQUIRED

  • National Senior/Matric certificate and a 1-year paralegal qualification.
  • Computer literacy.
  • Experience in land rights matters.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Ability to relate at all levels.
  • Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
  • A valid unendorsed code 8 driver’s licence is an advantage.

Basic Salary: Level 6 (R211,713.00) plus benefits per annum

A detailed curriculum vitae reflecting practical application of the position outputs and the required competencies as advertised must be submitted by close of business on 06 September 2022, quoting the reference number POR/PAR/19/08/2022 in the subject line to KZNRecruit@legal-aid.co.za or apply online at www.legal-aid.co.za 

Enquiries to Sinakho Mrwetyana, Tel: 031 717 8450

The employment decision shall be informed by the Employment Equity Plan of Legal Aid SA. It is Legal Aid SA’s intention to promote equity (race, gender and disability) through the filling of this post(s) with a candidate whose transfer/promotion/appointment will promote representivity in line with the numerical targets as contained in our Employment Equity Plan. Legal Aid SA reserves the right to withdraw posts or not to make an appointment, if by doing so, the interests of Legal Aid SA will be best served.

APPLICANTS NOT CONTACTED WITHIN TWO (2) MONTHS MAY CONSIDER THEIR APPLICATION UNSUCCESSFUL.

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PMB/PAR/19/08/2022 Pietermaritzburg Local Office – Land Rights Management Unit – Paralegal

REF: PMB/PAR/19/08/2022

PARALEGAL                                                                            

INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL ADVERTISEMENT

PIETERMARITZBURG LOCAL OFFICE (LAND RIGHTS MANAGEMENT UNIT)

Legal Aid SA is a National Public Entity; a key contributor to South Africa’s constitutional democracy, providing quality legal services to indigent and vulnerable persons. The organisation has a national footprint in all nine provinces. Legal Aid SA is a credible employer of choice, boasting Top Employer SA accreditation for 13 consecutive years. We offer an exciting Employee Value Proposition with opportunities for development, career growth and an inspiring workplace.

Applications are invited from persons interested to fill the above-mentioned position. The incumbent will be appointed on a permanent basis. The position is based in Pietermaritzburg and the successful candidate will be required to travel.

KEY OUTPUTS

  • Support the office’s legal staff by providing paralegal services to people qualifying for legal aid.
  • Identify and solve matters that are not of a litigious nature.
  • Identify cases of a litigious nature and hand over to legal practitioners.
  • Handle legal administration.
  • Keep the client database up to date.
  • Conduct interviews with people applying for legal assistance.
  • Assist clients with the completion of forms.

COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ATTRIBUTES) REQUIRED

  • National Senior/Matric certificate and a 1-year paralegal qualification.
  • Computer literacy.
  • Experience in land rights matters.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Ability to relate at all levels.
  • Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
  • A valid unendorsed code 8 driver’s licence is an advantage.

Basic Salary: Level 6 (R211,713.00) plus benefits per annum

A detailed curriculum vitae reflecting practical application of the position outputs and the required competencies as advertised must be submitted by close of business on 06 September 2022, quoting the reference number PMB/PAR/19/08/2022 in the subject line to KZNRecruit@legal-aid.co.za or apply online at www.legal-aid.co.za 

Enquiries to Sinakho Mrwetyana, Tel: 031 717 8450

The employment decision shall be informed by the Employment Equity Plan of Legal Aid SA. It is Legal Aid SA’s intention to promote equity (race, gender and disability) through the filling of this post(s) with a candidate whose transfer/promotion/appointment will promote representivity in line with the numerical targets as contained in our Employment Equity Plan. Legal Aid SA reserves the right to withdraw posts or not to make an appointment, if by doing so, the interests of Legal Aid SA will be best served.

APPLICANTS NOT CONTACTED WITHIN TWO (2) MONTHS MAY CONSIDER THEIR APPLICATION UNSUCCESSFUL.

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NEW/PAR/19/08/2022 Newcastle Local Office – Land Rights Management Unit – Paralegal

REF: NEW/PAR/19/08/2022

PARALEGAL                                                                            

INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL ADVERTISEMENT

NEWCASTLE LOCAL OFFICE (LAND RIGHTS MANAGEMENT UNIT)

Legal Aid SA is a National Public Entity; a key contributor to South Africa’s constitutional democracy, providing quality legal services to indigent and vulnerable persons. The organisation has a national footprint in all nine provinces. Legal Aid SA is a credible employer of choice, boasting Top Employer SA accreditation for 13 consecutive years. We offer an exciting Employee Value Proposition with opportunities for development, career growth and an inspiring workplace.

Applications are invited from persons interested to fill the above-mentioned position. The incumbent will be appointed on a permanent basis. The position is based in Newcastle and the successful candidate will be required to travel.

KEY OUTPUTS

  • Support the office’s legal staff by providing paralegal services to people qualifying for legal aid.
  • Identify and solve matters that are not of a litigious nature.
  • Identify cases of a litigious nature and hand over to legal practitioners.
  • Handle legal administration.
  • Keep the client database up to date.
  • Conduct interviews with people applying for legal assistance.
  • Assist clients with the completion of forms.

COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ATTRIBUTES) REQUIRED

  • National Senior/Matric certificate and a 1-year paralegal qualification.
  • Computer literacy.
  • Experience in land rights matters.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Ability to relate at all levels.
  • Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
  • A valid unendorsed code 8 driver’s licence is an advantage.

Basic Salary: Level 6 (R211,713.00) plus benefits per annum

A detailed curriculum vitae reflecting practical application of the position outputs and the required competencies as advertised must be submitted by close of business on 06 September 2022, quoting the reference number NEW/PAR/19/08/2022 in the subject line to KZNRecruit@legal-aid.co.za or apply online at www.legal-aid.co.za 

Enquiries to Sinakho Mrwetyana, Tel: 031 717 8450

The employment decision shall be informed by the Employment Equity Plan of Legal Aid SA. It is Legal Aid SA’s intention to promote equity (race, gender and disability) through the filling of this post(s) with a candidate whose transfer/promotion/appointment will promote representivity in line with the numerical targets as contained in our Employment Equity Plan. Legal Aid SA reserves the right to withdraw posts or not to make an appointment, if by doing so, the interests of Legal Aid SA will be best served.

APPLICANTS NOT CONTACTED WITHIN TWO (2) MONTHS MAY CONSIDER THEIR APPLICATION UNSUCCESSFUL.

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EMP/PAR/19/08/2022 Empangeni Local Office – Land Rights Management Unit – Paralegal

REF: EMP/PAR/19/08/2022

PARALEGAL                                                                            

INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL ADVERTISEMENT

EMPANGENI LOCAL OFFICE (LAND RIGHTS MANAGEMENT UNIT)

Legal Aid SA is a National Public Entity; a key contributor to South Africa’s constitutional democracy, providing quality legal services to indigent and vulnerable persons. The organisation has a national footprint in all nine provinces. Legal Aid SA is a credible employer of choice, boasting Top Employer SA accreditation for 13 consecutive years. We offer an exciting Employee Value Proposition with opportunities for development, career growth and an inspiring workplace.

Applications are invited from persons interested to fill the above-mentioned position. The incumbent will be appointed on a permanent basis. The position is based in Empangeni and the successful candidate will be required to travel.

KEY OUTPUTS

  • Support the office’s legal staff by providing paralegal services to people qualifying for legal aid.
  • Identify and solve matters that are not of a litigious nature.
  • Identify cases of a litigious nature and hand over to legal practitioners.
  • Handle legal administration.
  • Keep the client database up to date.
  • Conduct interviews with people applying for legal assistance.
  • Assist clients with the completion of forms.

COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ATTRIBUTES) REQUIRED

  • National Senior/Matric certificate and a 1-year paralegal qualification.
  • Computer literacy.
  • Experience in land rights matters.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Ability to relate at all levels.
  • Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
  • A valid unendorsed code 8 driver’s licence is an advantage.

Basic Salary: Level 6 (R211,713.00) plus benefits per annum

A detailed curriculum vitae reflecting practical application of the position outputs and the required competencies as advertised must be submitted by close of business on 06 September 2022, quoting the reference number EMP/PAR/19/08/2022 in the subject line to KZNRecruit@legal-aid.co.za or apply online at www.legal-aid.co.za 

Enquiries to Sinakho Mrwetyana, Tel: 031 717 8450

The employment decision shall be informed by the Employment Equity Plan of Legal Aid SA. It is Legal Aid SA’s intention to promote equity (race, gender and disability) through the filling of this post(s) with a candidate whose transfer/promotion/appointment will promote representivity in line with the numerical targets as contained in our Employment Equity Plan. Legal Aid SA reserves the right to withdraw posts or not to make an appointment, if by doing so, the interests of Legal Aid SA will be best served.

APPLICANTS NOT CONTACTED WITHIN TWO (2) MONTHS MAY CONSIDER THEIR APPLICATION UNSUCCESSFUL.

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VER/PAR/19/08/2022 Vereeniging Local Office – Land Rights Management Unit – Paralegal

REF: VER/PAR/19/08/2022

PARALEGAL                                                                            

INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL ADVERTISEMENT

VEREENIGING LOCAL OFFICE (LAND RIGHTS MANAGEMENT UNIT)

Legal Aid SA is a National Public Entity; a key contributor to South Africa’s constitutional democracy, providing quality legal services to indigent and vulnerable persons. The organisation has a national footprint in all nine provinces. Legal Aid SA is a credible employer of choice, boasting Top Employer SA accreditation for 13 consecutive years. We offer an exciting Employee Value Proposition with opportunities for development, career growth and an inspiring workplace.

Applications are invited from persons interested to fill the above-mentioned position. The incumbent will be appointed on a permanent basis. The position is based in Vereeniging and the successful candidate will be required to travel.

KEY OUTPUTS

  • Support the office’s legal staff by providing paralegal services to people qualifying for legal aid.
  • Identify and solve matters that are not of a litigious nature.
  • Identify cases of a litigious nature and hand over to legal practitioners.
  • Handle legal administration.
  • Keep the client database up to date.
  • Conduct interviews with people applying for legal assistance.
  • Assist clients with the completion of forms.

COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ATTRIBUTES) REQUIRED

  • National Senior/Matric certificate and a 1-year paralegal qualification.
  • Computer literacy.
  • Experience in land rights matters.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Ability to relate at all levels.
  • Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
  • A valid unendorsed code 8 driver’s licence is an advantage.

Basic Salary: Level 6 (R211,713.00) plus benefits per annum

A detailed curriculum vitae reflecting practical application of the position outputs and the required competencies as advertised must be submitted by close of business on 06 September 2022, quoting the reference number VER/PAR/19/08/2022 in the subject line to GPRecruit@legal-aid.co.za or apply online at www.legal-aid.co.za 

Enquiries to Prince Kutama, Tel: 012 664 2921

The employment decision shall be informed by the Employment Equity Plan of Legal Aid SA. It is Legal Aid SA’s intention to promote equity (race, gender and disability) through the filling of this post(s) with a candidate whose transfer/promotion/appointment will promote representivity in line with the numerical targets as contained in our Employment Equity Plan. Legal Aid SA reserves the right to withdraw posts or not to make an appointment, if by doing so, the interests of Legal Aid SA will be best served.

APPLICANTS NOT CONTACTED WITHIN TWO (2) MONTHS MAY CONSIDER THEIR APPLICATION UNSUCCESSFUL.

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PRE/PAR/19/08/2022 Pretoria Local Office – Land Rights Management Unit – Paralegal

REF: PRE/PAR/19/08/2022

PARALEGAL                                                                            

INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL ADVERTISEMENT

PRETORIA LOCAL OFFICE (LAND RIGHTS MANAGEMENT UNIT)

Legal Aid SA is a National Public Entity; a key contributor to South Africa’s constitutional democracy, providing quality legal services to indigent and vulnerable persons. The organisation has a national footprint in all nine provinces. Legal Aid SA is a credible employer of choice, boasting Top Employer SA accreditation for 13 consecutive years. We offer an exciting Employee Value Proposition with opportunities for development, career growth and an inspiring workplace.

Applications are invited from persons interested to fill the above-mentioned position. The incumbent will be appointed on a permanent basis. The position is based in Pretoria and the successful candidate will be required to travel.

KEY OUTPUTS

  • Support the office’s legal staff by providing paralegal services to people qualifying for legal aid.
  • Identify and solve matters that are not of a litigious nature.
  • Identify cases of a litigious nature and hand over to legal practitioners.
  • Handle legal administration.
  • Keep the client database up to date.
  • Conduct interviews with people applying for legal assistance.
  • Assist clients with the completion of forms.

COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ATTRIBUTES) REQUIRED

  • National Senior/Matric certificate and a 1-year paralegal qualification.
  • Computer literacy.
  • Experience in land rights matters.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Ability to relate at all levels.
  • Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
  • A valid unendorsed code 8 driver’s licence is an advantage.

Basic Salary: Level 6 (R211,713.00) plus benefits per annum

A detailed curriculum vitae reflecting practical application of the position outputs and the required competencies as advertised must be submitted by close of business on 06 September 2022, quoting the reference number PRE/PAR/19/08/2022 in the subject line to GPRecruit@legal-aid.co.za or apply online at www.legal-aid.co.za 

Enquiries to Prince Kutama, Tel: 012 664 2921

The employment decision shall be informed by the Employment Equity Plan of Legal Aid SA. It is Legal Aid SA’s intention to promote equity (race, gender and disability) through the filling of this post(s) with a candidate whose transfer/promotion/appointment will promote representivity in line with the numerical targets as contained in our Employment Equity Plan. Legal Aid SA reserves the right to withdraw posts or not to make an appointment, if by doing so, the interests of Legal Aid SA will be best served.

APPLICANTS NOT CONTACTED WITHIN TWO (2) MONTHS MAY CONSIDER THEIR APPLICATION UNSUCCESSFUL.

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KRU/PAR/19/08/2022 Krugersdorp Local Office – Land Rights Management Unit – Paralegal

REF: KRU/PAR/19/08/2022

PARALEGAL                                                                            

INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL ADVERTISEMENT

KRUGERSDORP LOCAL OFFICE (LAND RIGHTS MANAGEMENT UNIT)

Legal Aid SA is a National Public Entity; a key contributor to South Africa’s constitutional democracy, providing quality legal services to indigent and vulnerable persons. The organisation has a national footprint in all nine provinces. Legal Aid SA is a credible employer of choice, boasting Top Employer SA accreditation for 13 consecutive years. We offer an exciting Employee Value Proposition with opportunities for development, career growth and an inspiring workplace.

Applications are invited from persons interested to fill the above-mentioned position. The incumbent will be appointed on a permanent basis. The position is based in Krugersdorp and the successful candidate will be required to travel.

KEY OUTPUTS

  • Support the office’s legal staff by providing paralegal services to people qualifying for legal aid.
  • Identify and solve matters that are not of a litigious nature.
  • Identify cases of a litigious nature and hand over to legal practitioners.
  • Handle legal administration.
  • Keep the client database up to date.
  • Conduct interviews with people applying for legal assistance.
  • Assist clients with the completion of forms.

COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ATTRIBUTES) REQUIRED

  • National Senior/Matric certificate and a 1-year paralegal qualification.
  • Computer literacy.
  • Experience in land rights matters.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Ability to relate at all levels.
  • Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
  • A valid unendorsed code 8 driver’s licence is an advantage.

Basic Salary: Level 6 (R211,713.00) plus benefits per annum

A detailed curriculum vitae reflecting practical application of the position outputs and the required competencies as advertised must be submitted by close of business on 06 September 2022, quoting the reference number KRU/PAR/19/08/2022 in the subject line to GPRecruit@legal-aid.co.za or apply online at www.legal-aid.co.za 

Enquiries to Prince Kutama, Tel: 012 664 2921

The employment decision shall be informed by the Employment Equity Plan of Legal Aid SA. It is Legal Aid SA’s intention to promote equity (race, gender and disability) through the filling of this post(s) with a candidate whose transfer/promotion/appointment will promote representivity in line with the numerical targets as contained in our Employment Equity Plan. Legal Aid SA reserves the right to withdraw posts or not to make an appointment, if by doing so, the interests of Legal Aid SA will be best served.

APPLICANTS NOT CONTACTED WITHIN TWO (2) MONTHS MAY CONSIDER THEIR APPLICATION UNSUCCESSFUL.

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WIT/PAR/19/08/2022 Witbank Local Office – Land Rights Management Unit – Paralegal

REF: WIT/PAR/19/08/2022

PARALEGAL                                                                            

INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL ADVERTISEMENT

WITBANK LOCAL OFFICE (LAND RIGHTS MANAGEMENT UNIT)

Legal Aid SA is a National Public Entity; a key contributor to South Africa’s constitutional democracy, providing quality legal services to indigent and vulnerable persons. The organisation has a national footprint in all nine provinces. Legal Aid SA is a credible employer of choice, boasting Top Employer SA accreditation for 13 consecutive years. We offer an exciting Employee Value Proposition with opportunities for development, career growth and an inspiring workplace.

Applications are invited from persons interested to fill the above-mentioned position. The incumbent will be appointed on a permanent basis. The position is based in Witbank and the successful candidate will be required to travel.

KEY OUTPUTS

  • Support the office’s legal staff by providing paralegal services to people qualifying for legal aid.
  • Identify and solve matters that are not of a litigious nature.
  • Identify cases of a litigious nature and hand over to legal practitioners.
  • Handle legal administration.
  • Keep the client database up to date.
  • Conduct interviews with people applying for legal assistance.
  • Assist clients with the completion of forms.

COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ATTRIBUTES) REQUIRED

  • National Senior/Matric certificate and a 1-year paralegal qualification.
  • Computer literacy.
  • Experience in land rights matters.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Ability to relate at all levels.
  • Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
  • A valid unendorsed code 8 driver’s licence is an advantage.

Basic Salary: Level 6 (R211,713.00) plus benefits per annum

A detailed curriculum vitae reflecting practical application of the position outputs and the required competencies as advertised must be submitted by close of business on 06 September 2022, quoting the reference number WIT/PAR/19/08/2022 in the subject line to LMPRecruit@legal-aid.co.za or apply online at www.legal-aid.co.za 

Enquiries to Prescilla Nwandule, Tel: 015 296 0117

The employment decision shall be informed by the Employment Equity Plan of Legal Aid SA. It is Legal Aid SA’s intention to promote equity (race, gender and disability) through the filling of this post(s) with a candidate whose transfer/promotion/appointment will promote representivity in line with the numerical targets as contained in our Employment Equity Plan. Legal Aid SA reserves the right to withdraw posts or not to make an appointment, if by doing so, the interests of Legal Aid SA will be best served.

APPLICANTS NOT CONTACTED WITHIN TWO (2) MONTHS MAY CONSIDER THEIR APPLICATION UNSUCCESSFUL.

Please login/register to apply online