Legal Administration Officer (Mr2): Litigation Support

Department

Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment

Location

Pretoria, Gauteng

Salary

R304 299 per annum

Closing date

See advert

Reference number

RCSM38/2026

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How to apply

Fill in a new Z83 form and quote the reference number RCSM38/2026.
Attach a detailed CV. Only add certified copies of ID and qualifications if the advert asks for them.
Send it to the address or email in the advert below (or the official circular).
Make sure it arrives before the closing date. Late applications are not considered.

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Requirements

LLB degree or relevant qualification as recognised by SAQA. A minimum of one (1) year post qualification legal/litigation experience. Knowledge of Environmental Law, Mining Law, Constitutional Law and Administrative Law. An ability to interpret and apply law, legislations, and policies. Good analytical and research skills. Good verbal and written communication skills. Good negotiation skills. Good legal drafting skills. Computer literacy. Ability to work in a team, a pro-active, problem-solving, and positive attitude. Ability to adhere to deadlines is essential. A Valid Code B drivers’ license and willingness to travel.

Duties

Provide legal opinion on losses and damages suffered by the Department in line with Treasury Regulation and relevant policies. Draft legal opinion in line with litigation protocol. Handle litigation matters. Receive summons/ notice of motion. Determine the merits of matters and obtain documents/information from line functions. Consult line function and obtain instruction on defending or opposing. Send instructions to State Attorney and ensure that the counsel is appointed. Obtain status reports from State Attorneys on matters to update the litigation system. Ensure finalization of matters. Ensure the provision of litigation support to the Department. Facilitate training sessions relating to legal matters. Ensure that referrals, media and parliamentary enquiries are attended to as priority.

Enquiries

Ms Arista Wasserman Tel No: (012) 399 9344

How to apply

Applications go directly to the department — not through GovJobs SA. Submit a completed, signed Z83 form and a detailed CV, quoting the reference number. Application address and any extra instructions are in the department's section of Circular 35 of 2026.