Department of Justice and Constitutional Development Vacancies | Download PDF 28 of 2026

Posted Date: 9 August 2026

Updated Date: 9 August 2026

Closing Date: 24 August 2026

The Department of Justice and Constitutional Development has advertised several government vacancies for qualified professionals seeking careers in South Africa’s justice and constitutional development environment. Department of Justice and Constitutional Development Vacancies | Download PDF 28 of 2026.

The vacancies in the supplied advertisement include Director positions, Senior State Law Advisor positions, State Law Advisor positions and a Legal Administration Officer position. Department of Justice and Constitutional Development Vacancies | Download PDF 28 of 2026. Most of the advertised positions require an NQF Level 7 legal qualification or a related specialist qualification, together with relevant post-qualification experience.

The advertised positions are based mainly at the Department’s National Office in Pretoria, with some Senior State Law Advisor positions also available in Cape Town. The closing date for applications is 24 August 2026.

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The supplied advertisement is Annexure H for the Department of Justice and Constitutional Development. The closing date stated in the document is 24 August 2026.

Applicants should read the complete PDF before submitting an application because each position has its own reference number, requirements, duties, enquiry details and application instructions. Department of Justice and Constitutional Development Vacancies | Download PDF 28 of 2026.

Vacancy Summary

Vacancy	Reference	Salary	Location
Director: Legislative Implementation	1/08/2026	R1,317,384 to R1,551,807	Pretoria
Director: Risk and Integrity Management	2/08/2026	R1,317,384 to R1,551,807	Pretoria
Senior State Law Advisor: Rules Board	3/08/2026	R1,242,915 to R1,934,208	Pretoria
Senior State Law Advisor: Office of the State Law Adviser	7/08/2026, 5 posts	R1,242,915 to R1,934,208	Pretoria
Senior State Law Advisor: Office of the State Law Adviser	8/08/2026, 2 posts	R1,242,915 to R1,934,208	Cape Town
State Law Advisor: Rules Board	4/08/2026	R970,221 to R1,600,893	Pretoria
State Law Advisor: Legislative Development	5/08/2026, 3 posts	R970,221 to R1,600,893	Pretoria
State Law Advisor: Chief State Law Adviser	9/08/2026, 6 posts	R970,221 to R1,600,893	Pretoria
Legal Administration Officer: Legal Process	6/08/2026	R262,968 to R1,155,777	Pretoria

The vacancy and salary information above comes from the supplied Department advertisement.

Table of Contents

1. About the Department
2. Why These Jobs Are Worth Applying For
3. Complete List of Advertised Vacancies
4. Director: Legislative Implementation
5. Director: Risk and Integrity Management
6. Senior State Law Advisor: Rules Board
7. Senior State Law Advisor: Office of the State Law Adviser
8. State Law Advisor: Rules Board
9. State Law Advisor: Legislative Development
10. State Law Advisor: Chief State Law Adviser
11. Legal Administration Officer: Legal Process
12. Who Each Position Suits
13. Understanding the Salary Levels
14. Required Documents
15. Z83 Application Tips
16. Step-by-Step Application Process
17. Common Application Mistakes
18. Selection Process
19. Interview Preparation
20. Career Growth Opportunities
21. Official PDF Download
22. Official Application Link
23. Related Department Vacancies
24. Related DPSA Circular Vacancies
25. Frequently Asked Questions
26. About the Author
27. Disclaimer

About the Department of Justice and Constitutional Development

The Department of Justice and Constitutional Development is responsible for important functions linked to access to justice, constitutional development, legal advisory services and the administration of justice.

The Department’s official vacancies page directs applicants to the DPSA Public Service Vacancy Circular for current government job advertisements.

The advertised jobs in this notice focus strongly on legal advisory work, legislative development, risk and integrity management and legal administration.

The Department is seeking applicants with specialist qualifications, professional legal experience, management experience and knowledge of South Africa’s constitutional and public service frameworks.

Why These Jobs Are Worth Applying For

These vacancies suit professionals who want to develop careers within the public justice and legal administration environment.

Several positions offer senior professional or management-level remuneration. The Senior State Law Advisor positions, for example, carry an advertised salary range of R1,242,915 to R1,934,208 per year under the applicable OSD structure.

The vacancies also offer exposure to areas such as:

• Legislative drafting
• Legal research
• Constitutional law
• Administrative law
• Criminal justice
• Court rules
• Risk management
• Governance
• Legal opinions
• Legislative development
• Public sector compliance
• Legal administration

Professionals who meet the stated requirements should compare their qualifications and experience against the specific advertisement before applying.

Complete List of Advertised Vacancies

1. Director: Legislative Implementation

Reference Number: 1/08/2026

Salary: R1,317,384 to R1,551,807 per annum, Level 13, all-inclusive remuneration package.

Centre: National Office, Pretoria.

Who This Position Suits

This position suits an experienced legal professional with management experience in legislation development. Applicants should have strong legislative drafting knowledge and an understanding of constitutional and criminal justice matters.

Minimum Requirements

The advertisement requires:

• An NQF Level 7 legal qualification recognised by SAQA.
• At least five years’ experience at middle or senior management level in a legislation development environment.
• Admission as an Advocate or Attorney.
• Extensive legislative drafting and development experience.
• Knowledge of the Constitution and Criminal Justice System.
• Knowledge of socio-economic impact assessments.
• Knowledge of public service legislative and governance frameworks.
• Knowledge of government priorities.
• Knowledge of the Public Service Act and Public Service Regulations.
• Knowledge of the PFMA and Treasury Regulations.
• Strategic capability and leadership.
• Programme and project management.
• Financial management.
• Change management.
• Problem solving and analysis.
• People management.
• Communication skills.
• Computer literacy.
• Honesty and integrity.

Duties and Responsibilities

The successful candidate will:

• Facilitate implementation of primary and secondary legislation.
• Provide oversight of socio-economic impact assessments.
• Coordinate reviews of legislation.
• Develop and implement legislative programmes and plans.
• Monitor implementation.
• Manage human, financial and physical resources.

2. Director: Risk and Integrity Management

Reference Number: 2/08/2026

Salary: R1,317,384 to R1,551,807 per annum, Level 13, all-inclusive remuneration package.

Centre: National Office, Pretoria.

Who This Position Suits

This role suits an experienced risk management professional with management-level experience, public sector governance knowledge and an understanding of enterprise-wide risk management.

Minimum Requirements

Applicants need:

• An NQF Level 7 qualification in Risk Management or a related field recognised by SAQA.
• At least five years’ middle or senior management experience within a risk management environment.
• Affiliation with a recognised professional body, such as IRMSA.
• Knowledge of enterprise-wide risk management.
• Knowledge of the Public Sector Risk Management Framework.
• Knowledge of governance, compliance and internal control frameworks.
• Knowledge of the Protected Disclosure framework.
• Knowledge of the PFMA and Treasury Regulations.
• Knowledge of the Public Service Act and Regulations.
• Knowledge of the Public Service Code of Conduct.
• Policy development and monitoring skills.
• Strategic leadership.
• Programme and project management.
• Financial management.
• Change management.
• Problem solving.
• Communication skills.
• Computer literacy.
• Honesty and integrity.

Duties and Responsibilities

The successful candidate will:

• Provide risk and compliance management services.
• Manage enterprise-wide risk management guidelines and policies.
• Monitor organisational performance against identified risks.
• Identify and minimise departmental risks.
• Manage financial disclosure administration.
• Maintain the gift register.

3. Senior State Law Advisor: Rules Board

Reference Number: 3/08/2026

Salary: R1,242,915 to R1,934,208 per annum.

Centre: National Office, Pretoria.

The remuneration package will be structured according to OSD requirements.

Who This Position Suits

This position suits an admitted Attorney or Advocate with extensive post-qualification litigation or advisory experience and strong legal research and drafting skills.

Minimum Requirements

Applicants need:

• NQF Level 7 legal qualification or LLB recognised by SAQA.
• At least eight years’ appropriate post-qualification litigation or advisory experience.
• Admission as an Attorney or Advocate.
• Knowledge of constitutional law.
• Knowledge of administrative law.
• Knowledge of the Criminal Justice System.
• Knowledge of public service legislative and governance frameworks.
• Knowledge of court rules and procedures.
• Valid driver’s licence.
• Legal research and drafting skills.
• Dispute resolution skills.
• Analytical thinking.
• Communication skills.
• Presentation and facilitation skills.
• Financial management skills.
• Computer literacy.
• Strategic planning and leadership skills.
• Ability to work under pressure.

Duties and Responsibilities

The role includes:

• Conducting legal research.
• Conducting comparative research on court rules.
• Drafting rules of court, memoranda and opinions.
• Consulting stakeholders.
• Preparing court rules and procedures.
• Reviewing existing court rules.
• Facilitating amendments and repeal of outdated rules.
• Facilitating approval of amendments and new rules.
• Mentoring and coaching junior staff.

4. Senior State Law Advisor: Office of the State Law Adviser

Reference Numbers:

7/08/2026, five posts in Pretoria.

8/08/2026, two posts in Cape Town.

Salary: R1,242,915 to R1,934,208 per annum.

Who This Position Suits

This role suits experienced legal practitioners with strong advisory, litigation, legislative drafting and legal research backgrounds.

Minimum Requirements

The advertisement requires:

• NQF Level 7 legal qualification or LLB recognised by SAQA.
• At least eight years’ appropriate post-qualification litigation or advisory experience.
• Admission as Attorney or Advocate.
• Knowledge of constitutional law.
• Knowledge of administrative law.
• Knowledge of the Criminal Justice System.
• Knowledge of public service legislative and governance frameworks.
• Knowledge and experience in bill drafting and legislation development.
• Knowledge of the Public Service Act and Regulations.
• Knowledge of PFMA and Treasury requirements.
• Valid driver’s licence.
• Strong legal research and drafting skills.
• Dispute resolution skills.
• Analytical thinking.
• Communication skills.
• Presentation and facilitation skills.
• Strategic planning and leadership.

Duties and Responsibilities

The duties include:

• Conduct legal research.
• Conduct comparative legal research on legislative development.
• Manage certification and drafting of Bills.
• Scrutinise primary, secondary and subordinate legislation.
• Provide legal advice.
• Facilitate capacity building and mentorship.
• Facilitate legislation translation services.
• Manage legislative processes.
• Mentor junior legal staff.

Applicants should submit a separate application for each position and quote the relevant reference number.

5. State Law Advisor: Rules Board

Reference Number: 4/08/2026

Salary: R970,221 to R1,600,893 per annum.

Centre: National Office, Pretoria.

Who This Position Suits

This position suits admitted legal practitioners with at least five years of appropriate post-qualification litigation or advisory experience and an interest in court rules and legal drafting.

Requirements

Applicants need:

• NQF Level 7 legal qualification or LLB recognised by SAQA.
• At least five years’ appropriate post-qualification litigation or advisory experience.
• Admission as Attorney or Advocate.
• Legal research and legal drafting experience.
• Knowledge of constitutional law.
• Knowledge of administrative law.
• Knowledge of the Criminal Justice System.
• Public service legislative and governance knowledge.
• Valid driver’s licence.
• Legal research and drafting skills.
• Dispute resolution skills.
• Analytical thinking.
• Communication skills.
• Computer literacy.
• Strategic planning skills.
• Leadership skills.

Duties

The duties include:

• Conducting legal research.
• Conducting comparative research on court rules.
• Drafting rules of court, memoranda and opinions.
• Preparing court procedures.
• Submitting material to the Rules Board and specialist committees.
• Reviewing existing court rules.
• Facilitating amendments and repeal of outdated rules.
• Processing approved amendments and new rules.

6. State Law Advisor: Legislative Development

Reference Number: 5/08/2026

Number of Posts: 3

Salary: R970,221 to R1,600,893 per annum.

Centre: National Office, Pretoria.

Who This Position Suits

This position suits legal practitioners with experience in legal research, legislative development and legal drafting.

Requirements

Applicants need:

• NQF Level 7 legal qualification or LLB recognised by SAQA.
• At least five years’ appropriate post-qualification litigation or advisory experience.
• Admission as Attorney or Advocate.
• Experience in legal research and legislative development.
• Knowledge of constitutional law.
• Knowledge of administrative law.
• Knowledge of the Criminal Justice System.
• Knowledge of public service legislative and governance frameworks.
• Valid driver’s licence.
• Legal research and drafting skills.
• Dispute resolution skills.
• Analytical thinking.
• Communication skills.
• Presentation and facilitation skills.
• Computer literacy.
• Strategic planning and leadership skills.

Duties

The successful candidates will:

• Conduct legal research and policy analysis.
• Review legislation requiring amendment.
• Identify obsolete legislation.
• Develop primary and secondary legislation.
• Draft memoranda and reports.
• Draft government notices.
• Prepare documents for presentation of Bills to clusters and Parliament.

7. State Law Advisor: Chief State Law Adviser

Reference Number: 9/08/2026

Number of Posts: 6

Salary: R970,221 to R1,600,893 per annum.

Centre: National Office, Pretoria.

Who This Position Suits

This position suits an admitted legal practitioner with at least five years of relevant post-qualification experience and strong legal research, drafting and advisory skills.

Requirements

The advertisement requires:

• NQF Level 7 legal qualification or LLB recognised by SAQA.
• At least five years’ appropriate post-qualification litigation or advisory experience.
• Admission as Attorney or Advocate.
• Legal research and drafting experience.
• Knowledge of constitutional law.
• Knowledge of administrative law.
• Knowledge of the Criminal Justice System.
• Knowledge of public service legislative and governance frameworks.
• Valid driver’s licence.
• Legal research and drafting skills.
• Dispute resolution skills.
• Analytical thinking.
• Communication skills.
• Presentation and facilitation skills.
• Computer literacy.
• Strategic planning and leadership skills.
• Ability to work under pressure.

Duties

The duties include:

• Conduct legal research.
• Conduct comparative legal research.
• Provide preliminary opinions.
• Assist with certification of Bills.
• Provide advice on legislative drafting.
• Scrutinise legislation.
• Provide legal opinions on international agreements.
• Provide legal opinions to national departments and other organs of state.

8. Legal Administration Officer: Legal Process

Reference Number: 6/08/2026

Salary: R262,968 to R1,155,777 per annum.

Centre: National Office, Pretoria.

Who This Position Suits

This position provides a broader entry point into the Department’s legal administration environment because the advertisement states that post-qualification experience ranges from zero to eight years according to the applicable MR grade.

This role suits qualified legal professionals interested in legal process administration, research, drafting and justice-related casework.

Requirements

Applicants need:

• NQF Level 7 legal qualification or LLB recognised by SAQA.
• Between zero and eight years’ post-qualification experience depending on the relevant MR grade.
• Admission as Attorney or Advocate is an added advantage.
• Knowledge of constitutional law.
• Knowledge of administrative law.
• Knowledge of the Criminal Justice System.
• Knowledge of public service legislative and governance frameworks.
• Knowledge of PFMA and Treasury regulations.
• Valid driver’s licence.
• Legal research and drafting skills.
• Dispute resolution skills.
• Analytical thinking.
• Communication skills.
• Case Flow Management knowledge.
• Computer literacy.
• Interpersonal skills.

Duties

The successful applicant will:

• Process presidential pardon applications.
• Process expungement applications.
• Process section 327 applications.
• Prepare reports and feedback.
• Conduct legal research and case law research.
• Draft legal documents.
• Process documents for approval.

Understanding the Advertised Salary Levels

The salary ranges differ because the positions have different responsibilities, professional requirements and occupational structures.

The two Director positions offer R1,317,384 to R1,551,807 per year.

Senior State Law Advisor positions offer R1,242,915 to R1,934,208 per year under OSD requirements.

State Law Advisor positions offer R970,221 to R1,600,893 per year under OSD requirements.

The Legal Administration Officer advertisement gives a broader range of R262,968 to R1,155,777, with remuneration structured according to the applicable OSD requirements.

Applicants should rely on the salary information for the specific post and grade rather than assuming every applicant receives the highest amount in a published range.

Required Documents

The vacancy notice states that applications should include:

• A fully completed and signed New Z83 Application for Employment Form.
• The correct post number and job title on the Z83.
• A comprehensive CV.
• Start and end dates for each employment period.
• Job title for each employment period.
• Detailed duties performed.
• Reason for leaving each employment period.
• Details of three contactable employment references.
• Copies of educational qualifications.
• SAQA evaluation results for foreign qualifications.

Prepare your documents before starting the application. Check your CV against the requirements for the specific vacancy.

How to Prepare a Strong Z83 Application

A strong application should make it easy for the recruitment team to compare your information with the advertised requirements.

Before submitting:

1. Download the latest New Z83 form.
2. Complete every applicable section.
3. Sign the form.
4. Enter the correct post number.
5. Enter the correct job title.
6. Match your CV to the advertised requirements.
7. Include employment start and end dates.
8. Explain your duties for each relevant position.
9. Include three contactable employment references.
10. Include educational qualification information.
11. Add SAQA evaluation information where applicable.
12. Check the reference number again before submission.
13. Submit before 24 August 2026.

The Department specifically requires the relevant reference number to be quoted when applying.

Why Applications Get Rejected

Applications face a higher risk of disqualification when applicants:

• Use the wrong reference number.
• Apply for the wrong position.
• Submit an incomplete Z83.
• Fail to sign the Z83.
• Leave important employment history incomplete.
• Omit employment dates.
• Provide vague duties.
• Fail to provide the required experience.
• Ignore professional admission requirements.
• Ignore the stated qualification level.
• Submit after the closing date.
• Fail to follow the application route specified in the advertisement.
• Submit one application where separate applications are required for separate posts.

For the Senior State Law Advisor: Office of the State Law Adviser vacancies, the Department specifically states that a separate application must be submitted for each position and the relevant reference number must be quoted.

Step-by-Step Application Process

Step 1: Choose the correct vacancy

Review the job title, reference number, location, qualification and experience requirements.

Step 2: Check your qualification

Confirm your qualification meets the stated NQF level and field.

Step 3: Check professional admission

Several legal positions require admission as an Attorney or Advocate.

Step 4: Check your experience

Compare your post-qualification experience against the exact requirement.

Step 5: Prepare your Z83

Complete and sign the New Z83 form.

Step 6: Update your CV

Provide detailed employment dates, duties and references.

Step 7: Check supporting documents

Prepare copies of your educational qualifications and SAQA evaluation documents where applicable.

Step 8: Quote the reference number

Use the correct reference number for the position.

Step 9: Submit through the stated application route

The advertisement provides an online Microsoft Forms application route and postal or physical submission options.

Step 10: Submit before the deadline

The closing date is 24 August 2026. Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.

Selection Process

Applicants should prepare for more than a traditional interview.

The vacancy notice states that shortlisted candidates, including Senior Management Service candidates, will undertake two pre-entry assessments. One assessment involves a practical exercise, while another assesses integrity and ethical conduct.

Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three candidates will undergo psychometric assessment covering cognitive capabilities, behavioural factors, emotional intelligence and integrity.

Suitable candidates will also undergo mandatory pre-employment screening and suitability checks, including verification relating to credit, criminal records, citizenship, qualifications, employment and professional registration.

Interview Preparation

If shortlisted, prepare around the duties stated in your vacancy.

For legal positions, revise:

• Constitutional law.
• Administrative law.
• Criminal justice.
• Legal research.
• Legal drafting.
• Public service legislation.
• PFMA principles.
• Treasury Regulations.
• Legislative development.
• Court procedures.
• Professional ethics.

For management positions, prepare examples showing:

• Strategic leadership.
• Staff management.
• Risk management.
• Financial management.
• Programme management.
• Change management.
• Problem solving.
• Stakeholder management.
• Integrity and ethical conduct.

Use specific examples from your professional experience when answering competency questions.

Career Growth Opportunities

The advertised positions cover different professional stages.

A qualified legal professional with limited post-qualification experience might find the Legal Administration Officer position more aligned with their experience, depending on the applicable MR grade.

Professionals with at least five years of appropriate post-qualification experience are targeted for several State Law Advisor roles.

Professionals with eight years of appropriate post-qualification litigation or advisory experience are targeted for Senior State Law Advisor positions.

Management professionals with at least five years of middle or senior management experience are targeted for the Director positions.

This structure gives applicants a useful way to compare their current experience with potential progression within legal and public sector careers.

Important SMS Requirement

The vacancy notice states that suitable candidates for Senior Management Service positions must successfully complete the online Nyukela Pre-entry Certificate to Senior Management Services course. The notice encourages candidates to enrol as soon as possible.

Application Link

The vacancy advertisement provides the following online application route:

[Apply Online Through the Department’s Microsoft Forms Application]

The same application route appears across the advertised posts. Applicants should quote the relevant reference number when applying.

For applicants using postal or physical delivery, the advertisement provides:

Human Resources
Department of Justice and Constitutional Development
Private Bag X81
Pretoria
0001

Physical submission:

Application Box
First Floor Reception
East Tower
Momentum Building
329 Pretorius Street
Pretoria.

Official Department Vacancies Page

The Department’s official vacancies page provides information about Department vacancies and directs job seekers to the DPSA Public Service Vacancy Circular for government advertisements.

[Visit the Official Department of Justice and Constitutional Development Vacancies Page]

Official PDF Download

[Download the Department of Justice and Constitutional Development Vacancy 28 of PDF]

Always read the complete advertisement before applying. The PDF contains the official reference numbers, requirements, duties, salaries, centres, enquiries and application instructions.

Related Department Vacancies

Job seekers interested in justice and legal careers should also monitor vacancies from:

• Department of Correctional Services
• Office of the Chief Justice
• National Prosecuting Authority
• Judicial Inspectorate for Correctional Services
• Legal Aid South Africa
• South African government departments with legal advisory and compliance positions

The Department’s official website also provides information about legal and other careers within the justice system.

Related DPSA Circular Vacancies

You should also monitor the latest Public Service Vacancy Circular for opportunities across national and provincial government departments.

DPSACircular.co.za publishes vacancy summaries to help applicants compare:

• Latest DPSA Circular PDF Download
• Department of Agriculture Vacancies
• Department of Basic Education Vacancies
• Department of Correctional Services
• Department of Employment and Labour Vacancie
• Department of Forestry, Fisheries and Environment Vacancies
• Government Technical Advisory Centre
• Department of Higher Education and Training Vacancies
• Department of Home Affairs Vacancies
• Judicial Inspectorate for Correctional Services Vacancies
• Department of Land Reform and Rural Development Vacancies
• Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources Vacancies
• Office of the Chief Justice Vacancies
• Department of Electricity and Energy vacancies
• Department of International Relations and Cooperation Vacancies
• Department of Justice and Constitutional Development Vacancies
• National School of Government Vacancies
• National Treasury Vacancies
• Department of Traditional Affairs Vacancies
• Department of Tourism Vacancies
• Department of Water and Sanitation Vacancies
• Department of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities Vacancies

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the closing date for the Department of Justice and Constitutional Development vacancies?

The closing date is 24 August 2026. Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.

2. Where are the advertised jobs located?

Most advertised positions are based at the National Office in Pretoria. The Senior State Law Advisor: Office of the State Law Adviser advertisement includes five Pretoria posts and two Cape Town posts.

3. What qualification is required for most legal vacancies?

Most legal positions require an NQF Level 7 legal qualification or LLB recognised by SAQA.

4. Do the legal positions require admission as an Attorney or Advocate?

Yes. Several advertised legal positions specifically require admission as an Attorney or Advocate.

5. How much does the Senior State Law Advisor position pay?

The advertised salary is R1,242,915 to R1,934,208 per annum, with the all-inclusive remuneration package structured according to OSD requirements.

6. How much does the State Law Advisor position pay?

The advertised salary is R970,221 to R1,600,893 per annum under the applicable OSD structure.

7. How much does the Director position pay?

The Director positions carry a salary of R1,317,384 to R1,551,807 per annum at Level 13, with an all-inclusive remuneration package.

8. Is there a Legal Administration Officer vacancy?

Yes. The advertisement includes Legal Administration Officer: Legal Process, reference number 6/08/2026, at the National Office in Pretoria.

9. What experience is required for the Legal Administration Officer?

The advertisement states that the minimum experience ranges from zero to eight years of post-qualification experience according to the relevant MR grade.

10. What documents must applicants submit?

The vacancy notice requires a completed and signed New Z83, a comprehensive CV, employment information, three contactable references, copies of educational qualifications and SAQA evaluation results for foreign qualifications where applicable.

11. Should applicants include employment dates on the CV?

Yes. The Department specifically asks applicants to provide start and end dates for each employment period, job titles, detailed duties and reasons for leaving.

12. How many employment references are required?

The vacancy notice asks for details of three contactable employment references.

13. Do foreign qualifications require SAQA evaluation?

Yes. Applicants with foreign qualifications are required to submit the evaluated results received from SAQA.

14. Is there a separate application for each position?

Yes. For the Senior State Law Advisor: Office of the State Law Adviser positions, the Department states that a separate application must be submitted for each position and the relevant reference number must be quoted.

15. Will shortlisted candidates undergo assessments?

Yes. The notice states that shortlisted candidates will undertake two pre-entry assessments, including a practical exercise and an integrity assessment.

16. Will psychometric assessments form part of the process?

Yes. After the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three candidates will undergo psychometric assessment covering cognitive capabilities, behavioural factors, emotional intelligence and integrity.

17. Will employment screening take place?

Yes. Suitable candidates will undergo mandatory pre-employment screening and suitability checks. These checks include areas such as qualifications, citizenship, criminal records, credit, employment and professional registration.

18. What happens if an application arrives after 24 August 2026?

The advertisement states that applications received after the closing date will not be considered.

19. What should applicants do before submitting?

Check the qualification, experience, reference number, Z83, CV, supporting documents and application route against the specific vacancy. Submit before the stated closing date.

20. Is DPSACircular.co.za the official Department website?

No. DPSACircular.co.za is an independent job information website. The Department’s official website is the appropriate source for Department information and official recruitment notices.

About the Author

Godwin Samuel is the author behind DPSACircular.co.za. He publishes government vacancy information and practical application guidance to help South African job seekers understand public sector recruitment advertisements.

His work focuses on simplifying vacancy requirements, application procedures, salary information, deadlines and supporting documents for job seekers.

Disclaimer

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