• Full Time
  • Mahikeng, South Africa

Department of Justice and Constitutional Development

Family Advocate (LP7-LP8)

Organization: Department of Justice and Constitutional Development

Location: Mahikeng, North West Province
Employment Type: Full-Time
Experience Required: 5+ years post-qualification
Education: LLB Degree or 4-year recognized legal qualification

Position Requirements:

  • Admitted as an Advocate in South Africa
  • Minimum 5 years’ litigation experience
  • Valid driver’s license (essential)
  • Proficiency in Afrikaans advantageous

Key Responsibilities:

  • Execute Family Advocate duties per relevant legislation
  • Manage Hague Convention cases when assigned
  • Review and endorse settlement agreements
  • Conduct child welfare assessments through mediation and dispute resolution
  • Provide services across provincial circuit courts

Application Process:

Qualified candidates meeting all requirements may submit applications through the official Department of Justice and Constitutional Development recruitment portal.

The Department promotes employment equity and reserves appointment discretion. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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