Assistant Director : Legal,Governance,Risk And Compliance : Ref No : Nsf01 / 05 / 2025

Department of Higher Education and Training; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading government department is seeking an Assistant Director for Legal, Governance, Risk, and Compliance. The role involves drafting submissions, managing legal services, and ensuring compliance with laws in the public sector. The ideal candidate will have a strong legal background and experience in governance and risk management, with a commitment to integrity and teamwork.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of legal experience in various law spheres.
• Knowledge in governance, risk, and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Assist with drafting submissions and compliance reviews.
• Conduct legal research and provide legal advice.
• Compile audit reports and support legal services.

Skills

Legal Administration

Governance

Risk Management

Compliance

Strategic Thinking

Education

LLB Degree

Job description

Job Title: Assistant Director: Legal, Governance, Risk and Compliance

Reference Number: NSF01/05/2025

Location: Gauteng, Pretoria

Deadline: May 29, 2025

Requirements

• An LLB Degree; admission as an advocate or attorney (preferable but not mandatory).
• A minimum of 3 to 5 years of legal experience with knowledge in legal administration spheres such as constitutional law, administrative law, interpretation of statutes, contract law, civil procedure, labour law, law of evidence, law of delict, commercial transactions law, and post-school education laws.
• Experience in governance, risk, and/or compliance within the private or public sector, with a strong understanding of the law and government prescripts in the PSET sector.

Key Duties

1. Assist the National Skills Fund with drafting submissions for approval, review business activities for compliance, and develop risk mitigation strategies.
2. Evaluate and report on risk processes, compile audit reports, and support legal services including legal opinions and litigation management.
3. Conduct legal research, provide legal advice, and coordinate with legal advisors and external attorneys to ensure proper legal representation.
4. Participate in meetings, adhere to organizational policies, and support colleagues. Demonstrate deep knowledge of legislative frameworks, policies, and procedures governing the public sector.
5. Apply strategic thinking, technology, budgeting, communication, and project management skills. Exhibit qualities such as integrity, teamwork, and adaptability.
6. Maintain service orientation, customer focus, and meet deadlines. Willingness to travel and work irregular hours is essential.