National Office – Chief Executive Officer

Legal Aid South Africa; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 750 000; Full time

Job summary

A national legal services provider is seeking an executive manager to provide strategic leadership and ensure sound corporate governance. You will develop long-term strategies and represent the organization on key governance bodies. A recognized university degree and over 10 years of management experience are required, along with strong leadership skills. Applications should be submitted via email, quoting the reference number provided.

Qualifications

• More than 10 years of general management experience, with 5 years at an executive management level.
• Working knowledge of the legal sector an advantage.
• In-depth knowledge of leadership, management and complex business environments.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership in the development of the strategic plan.
• Represent Legal Aid SA on the Board and committees.
• Implement a sustainability strategy to meet long-term mandates.

Skills

Leadership skills

Strategic planning

People development

General management

Education

Recognised university undergraduate degree

Postgraduate qualifications

Job description

Legal Aid South Africa (Legal Aid SA) is a national public entity that provides quality legal services to poor and vulnerable persons, supporting constitutional democracy.

It operates across South Africa and has the status of a Top Employer for 10 consecutive years.

Salary Package

Competitive and negotiated remuneration.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership in the development of the strategic plan, MTEF and annual budgets.
• Develop corporate plans, programmes and documents to secure long‑term sustainability and meet stakeholder needs.
• Represent Legal Aid SA on the Board and its committees, supporting governance and ensuring sound corporate governance.
• Lead the Management Committee and Management Executive Committee to execute short and long‑term plans.
• Execute enterprise risk management strategy, anti‑fraud and anti‑corruption strategies.
• Implement a sustainability strategy to meet the mandate in the short, medium and long term.
• Direct fiscal activities under PFMA, including budgeting, reporting and auditing.
• Foster high performance, employee engagement and authentic leadership at all levels.
• Define and position the Legal Aid SA brand and facilitate communication with clients and stakeholders.

Minimum Requirements

• Recognised university undergraduate degree (postgraduate qualifications an added benefit).
• More than 10 years of general management experience, with 5 years at an executive management level.
• Experience in strategic planning, business planning and operational plans with a focus on monitoring and reporting.
• Demonstrated people development approach and strong leadership skills.
• Working knowledge of the legal sector an advantage.
• In‑depth knowledge of leadership, management and how to implement within a complex business environment, preferably national footprint.
• Working knowledge of the Constitution, PFMA, National Treasury Regulations, Legal Aid SA Act and other relevant statutes, and King IV Code of Corporate Governance.
• Ability to create “strategic integration” between Board, Executive and organisation.
• Ability to lead Executive Management to deliver strategic objectives.
• Detailed curriculum vitae reflecting the practical application of the position outputs and required competencies.

Qualifications and Experience

Experience in the legal sector will be an advantage. Ability to lead and develop people and a strong focus on high performance.

Contact Information

• Applications must be submitted by email ONLY, quoting the reference number NO/CEO/02/05 in the subject line.
• Contact Richard Baloyi (Tel: …).
• Preference will be given to candidates in terms of the Legal Aid SA Employment Equity Plan.
• People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
• Legal Aid SA reserves the right not to appoint.

Candidate Status

CANDIDATES NOT CONTACTED BY 1 AUGUST
SHOULD CONSIDER THEIR APPLICATIONS UNSUCCESSFUL.