Job Description

KINDLY TAKE NOTE: Applications may only be submitted online through the official UFS vacancy website: - Applications submitted through any other platform will not be considered.

Duties and responsibilities:
Assist with preparations for Community Engagement/ Service-Learning projects.

• Facilitate, coordinate and perform other duly delegated and reasonable instructions by Attorney/ Supervisor.
• Conduct research.
• Train and supervise students.

Consultations with clients.

• Provide concise and clear consultation, and record and report on consultations with clients of the Law Clinic.

Manage files and time.

• Manage files according to internal and external professional standards.
• Keep records in line with court rules and procedures.
• Adhere to office filing system.
• Adhere to time management system, diarise and attend to appointments internally and externally.

Attendance at courts and other stakeholders' offices.

• Attend court and appearances, file and serve court documents.
• Attend meetings, conferences and training sessions.
• Supervise students at courts.

Prepare research on files.

• Conduct research on and relating to files (type of case, etc.).
• Conduct research relating to human rights.
• Keep record of research.

Attendance of meetings and community outreaches with all stakeholders.

• Punctual and professional attendance of meetings with all internal and external stakeholders.
• Clear and concise recording of all such meetings.

Draft legal documents.

• Draft all court, contractual and legal brief documents relating to Law Clinic work.
• Keep record of all such work.

Inherent Job Requirements:

• LLB Degree on NQF Level 8.
• Completed Practical Vocational Training (PVT) (attach a copy of the Certificate/Register of Completion).
• 2 Fit and Proper Letters / Reference Letters (attach copies).

Recommendations:

• A command of additional official South African languages will be a strong recommendation.
• Knowledge of practical legal training and access to justice.
• Enrolled or graduated in postgraduate studies in human rights.
• One (1) year relevant working experience related to the duties and responsibilities.

Competencies

Key Competencies Required:

• 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 plan work and to follow plans.

• 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.

Required Documents

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).

Assumption of duties:
01 April 2024.

Closing date:
27 February 2024

Salary:
The salary is R8 293.75 per month.

Enquiries:
For enquiries, please feel free to contact 051 401 2979 or email or . 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 :

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.

The UFS will only consider applications of candidates who meet all the inherent requirements of the position.

Additional Information

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