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DIRECTOR-GENERAL

Department of Justice and Constitutional Development

Salary band

R 2 756 241

Closing date

11 August 2026

Reference

26/18/DG

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About this role

Department

Department of Justice and Constitutional Development

Location

National Office, Pretoria State

Salary

R2 446 749 – R2 756 241 per annum (Level 16), (an all-inclusive remuneration package), plus 10% non-pensionable allowance payable to Head of Departments (HoDs) for a five (5) year term.

Requirements

An NQF Level 8 qualification recognized by SAQA in Law, Public Administration, Public Management, Business Administration or a related field. Admission as an Attorney or Advocate will be an added advantage. A minimum of ten (10) years' experience at senior managerial level, of which a substantial portion must have been gained at executive leadership level within a large, complex organization. Proven experience in organizational transformation, strategic planning, institutional performance, governance, financial management, policy development and stakeholder management is essential. Executive leadership experience within the Public Service will serve as a distinct advantage. Extensive knowledge of constitutional and administrative law; criminal law; labour law; international law; legislative drafting; justice administration; litigation and State legal services; constitutional democracy; human rights; public administration; organizational development; information and communication technology; public sector governance; the Public Service

Duties

Provide strategic leadership and overall management of the Department to ensure the effective administration of justice and implementation of its constitutional and legislative mandate. Oversee the development, reform and implementation of legislation, legal services and policies that promote constitutional democracy, human rights and the rule of law. Provide strategic oversight of court administration services, including lower court administration, the Integrated Criminal Justice System and programmes supporting vulnerable groups. Oversee the administration of Master's Services and Family Law Services, including deceased estates, trusts, insolvencies, guardianship administration and family advocate services. Direct the provision of State legal advisory and litigation services on behalf of Government and organs of State. Ensure effective financial management, strategic planning, governance, enterprise risk management, internal audit, organizational performance and transformation and regulatory compliance. Strengthen intergovernmental relations, cluster coordination, entity oversight and strategic partnerships, and oversee programmes that advance constitutional values and social justice. Serve as principal adviser to the Executive Authority on matters relating to the Department's mandate and strategic direction.

Enquiries

Ms Rhulani Ngwenya at 083 269 4716

Closing Date

2026-08-11T23:59:00+02:00

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Requirements

·An NQF Level 8 qualification recognized by SAQA in Law, Public Administration, Public Management, Business Administration or a related field
·Admission as an Attorney or Advocate will be an added advantage
·A minimum of ten (10) years' experience at senior managerial level, of which a substantial portion must have been gained at executive leadership level within a large, complex organization
·Proven experience in organizational transformation, strategic planning, institutional performance, governance, financial management, policy development and stakeholder management is essential
·Executive leadership experience within the Public Service will serve as a distinct advantage
·Extensive knowledge of constitutional and administrative law
·international law
·legislative drafting
·justice administration
·litigation and State legal services

Key Duties

·Provide strategic leadership and overall management of the Department to ensure the effective administration of justice and implementation of its constitutional and legislative mandate
·Oversee the development, reform and implementation of legislation, legal services and policies that promote constitutional democracy, human rights and the rule of law
·Provide strategic oversight of court administration services, including lower court administration, the Integrated Criminal Justice System and programmes supporting vulnerable groups
·Oversee the administration of Master's Services and Family Law Services, including deceased estates, trusts, insolvencies, guardianship administration and family advocate services
·Direct the provision of State legal advisory and litigation services on behalf of Government and organs of State
·Ensure effective financial management, strategic planning, governance, enterprise risk management, internal audit, organizational performance and transformation and regulatory compliance
·Strengthen intergovernmental relations, cluster coordination, entity oversight and strategic partnerships, and oversee programmes that advance constitutional values and social justice
·Serve as principal adviser to the Executive Authority on matters relating to the Department's mandate and strategic direction

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