Organisation/ Department: Office of the Chief Justice Vacancies ZA Vacancy/ Position: Family Advocate Eligibility: LLB Degree Salary/ Compensation: R 774,660.00 Per Year Location: East London, Eastern Cape |
Duties & Responsibilities
DUTIES: Key Performance Areas: Execute the mandate of the office of the Family Advocate; Perform all functions and duties of the Family Advocate in accordance with relevant legislation; Practice case flow management of all pending cases to ensure cases are finalized in terms of annual performance plan timelines and targets; Execute all duties as per performance agreement and any reasonable task allocated by supervisor; Institute and conduct enquiries to ascertain the best interest of children by means of ADR procedure and evaluation; Compliance with the standard operating procedures of the Family Advocate; Attend to all relevant circuit courts within the Province.
ENQUIRIES: Ms N Nghona (043) 702 7000 / 7138
Desired Experience & Qualification
REQUIREMENTS: An LLB Degree or recognised 4-year legal qualification; Admission as an Advocate; The right of appearance in High Court of South Africa; Five (5) years post qualification litigation experience; A valid driver’s licence and willing to travel within the province.
SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES: Good communication skills, both verbal and writing; Litigation and Advocacy skills; Research, investigation, monitoring, evaluation and report writing skills with intention to detail; Diversity Management; Dispute and Conflict resolution skills; Proven track record of previous managerial experience will be an added advantage; Case Flow Management