Legal Administration Officer (Mr-4)
Department of Human Settlements (KwaZulu-Natal)
Province:
KwaZulu-Natal
Salary:
R403 929
Closing Date:
November 18, 2026
DPSA Vacancy Circular:
39 of 2026
261
Find the original in the DPSA circular:
Duties
Support the municipalities with land legal opinion; Provide legal advice with regards to land title processes matters; Conduct research and gathering of information to enable providing all land advice on ministerial enquiries; Coordinate the submission of input on drafting and amendment of legislation.
Key Requirements
Applicants must be in possession of an appropriate NQF 8 in Law or LLB degree with a minimum of 3-5 years appropriate post qualification legal experience. A valid driver's license. Knowledge, Skills and Competencies: Knowledge of the legislative framework that governs the operation of the Public Service; Knowledge of the law of Contract; Knowledge of the Housing Act and legislation; Knowledge of the Housing policies; Knowledge and experience in the interpretation of statutes; Knowledge of the Public Service Act and Regulations; Knowledge of PFMA; Knowledge of Human Resources Management; Knowledge of Performance Management; Financial Management skills; Project Management skills; Legal skills; Contract Administration skills; Communication skills (written & verbal); Computer skills; Problem solving skills; Conflict resolution skills; Change management; Facilitation skills; Interpersonal skills; Interpersonal skills; Presentation skills; Research skills (quantitative and qualitative); Analysis skills; Negotiation skills; Driving; Influencing skills; Time management skills; Networking skills.
WHERE TO APPLY
Applications must be posted to: The Head of Department, KwaZulu-Natal Department of Human Settlements, Private Bag X54367, Durban, 4000 or hand delivered to: The Acting Director: Human Resource Management and Development, Department of Human Settlements, Ground Floor, Murchison Passage, 353-363 Dr Pixley ka Seme Street, Durban, 4001.
For attention: Mr. TW Khalishwayo
WHAT TO SEND
• The new Z83 form (2021 version), fully completed and signed
• A detailed, up-to-date CV
• Certified copies only if you are shortlisted
GOOD TO KNOW
• Quote the reference number: LAO 09/2026
• Shortlisted candidates do a practical and an integrity assessment
• Late applications are not accepted
• No response within three (3) months means you were unsuccessful
Full instructions: DPSA Vacancy Circular 39 of 2026, page 261.
Enquiries
Mr. LG Biyela Tel No: (031) 336 5403
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