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Junior Attorney (Post Level 10/11)

University of the Free State - Bloemfontein, Free State

Job Details

R421 476,38 - R530 190,63 a year

Full Job Description

Job Title

Junior Attorney (Post Level 10/11) (Contract appointment: 1 Year) Job ID: 5841

Organizational Unit

University of the Free State -> Faculty of Law -> UFS Law Clinic

Contract Type

Contract

Occupational Level

Semi-Skilled

Location

Bloemfontein Campus - Bloemfontein, FS ZA (Primary)

Closing Date

14/8/2024

Description

KINDLY TAKE NOTE: Applications may only be submitted online through the official UFS vacancy website: https://ufs.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/JobSearch/viewAll - Applications submitted through any other platform will not be considered.

Please ensure that all relevant documentation is attached to your application.

A detailed curriculum vitae and cover letter.
Copies of qualifications (please provide the SAQA accreditation in the case of foreign qualifications).
A copy of your identity document (ID or passport in the case of foreign nationals).
Proof of registration with a Professional Body (if applicable).
A copy of your driver’s license (if applicable).
Confirmation of employment from current employer / last employer if unemployed (only applicable to external applicants).

Duties and responsibilities:
Executing and provisioning of legal services and Office Administration

Perform administrative tasks related to the provision of legal services.
Provide legal services in line with services offered by the Law Clinic.
Report to management structures within the UFS Law Clinic and Faculty of Law.
Collegiality and teamwork.

Provision of leadership, supervision and training to Candidate Attorneys

Facilitate and assist the training of candidate attorneys.

Community Engagement & Research

Implement, facilitate and monitor community engagement programmes/projects at the UFS Law Clinic.
Perform administrative tasks related to community engagement.
Active involvement in research activities of the UFS Law Clinic.

Student Teaching & Training

Contribute to academic coordination.
Perform administrative tasks related to student teaching at the UFS Law Clinic.
Facilitate the implementation of community-based learning programmes/projects for undergraduate law students at the UFS Law Clinic.
Provide consultation sessions for undergraduate law students.
Facilitate and assist the training of undergraduate law students.

Inherent requirements:

An LLB Degree on NQF Level 8.
An admitted and practising attorney of the High Court of South Africa (attach a letter of Good Standing from the Legal Practice Council).
Minimum two (2) years’ relevant working experience related to the duties and responsibilities.

Recommendations:

One (1) year of relevant experience in a Law Clinic and higher education environment.
Enrolled for postgraduate studies in human rights.
Knowledge of civil litigation, student training and moot courts.
Knowledge of the Rules of the Magistrates Court and the uniform Rules of Court.
Knowledge of Clinical Legal Education.
Knowledge of university systems, policies, procedures.
Member of a or registration at a professional body.

Competencies

Required competencies:

Results oriented.
The ability to be reliable, responsible, dependable and to fulfil obligations.
The ability to deal calmly and effectively with high stress situations.

• Strategic thinking.

The ability to focus on details, work towards perfection, and approach work in a neat and organised manner.
The ability to carefully analyse information and use logic to address issues and problems at work.

• Business Acumen:

The ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations.
Proficient in using MS Office.

• Leading.

The ability to lead, take charge of situations, and offer opinions and directions to others.
The ability to be cooperative with others, display a good-natured attitude and encourage people to work together.

• Building coalitions

The ability to negotiate, sell, influence and to persuade others.
The ability to be sensitive and understanding to the needs and feelings of others.

Assumption of duties:
01 October 2024 or as soon as possible

Closing date:

14 August 2024

Salary:
The annual remuneration package, including benefits is R 421,476.38 - R 530,190.63 per annum, depending on the budget available for the position, relevant work experience and qualifications.

Enquiries:
For enquiries, please feel free to contact 051 401 2979 or email [email protected] or [email protected]. Additionally, kindly contact 051 401 9810 / 9813 / 9814 / 9848 for assistance.

General:
The UFS is a designated employer and is committed to the pursuit of excellence, diversity, and redress in achieving its equity targets in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets. Preference will be given to candidates from the under-represented designated groups including candidates with disabilities. Our Employment Equity Policy is available at : EEA13_EE Plan UFS 1 March 2022 (003).pdf

The University processes personal information in line with its obligations under the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and any personal information provided to the University will be treated as confidential and processed in accordance with the rights provided to data subjects under POPIA.

The University reserves the right not to fill the post. The UFS will only consider applications of candidates who meet all the inherent requirements of the position. Applications that are incomplete will not be considered. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Should you not be contacted within six weeks of the closing date for applications, you may assume that your application was unsuccessful

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