Ladysmith Local Office – Office Assistant

Legal Aid SA, accredited Top Employer SA for 10 consecutive years – is a credible employer of choice. Its culture is rooted in leadership, driven by the value and advancement of human rights. The organisation is a key contributor to South Africa’s constitutional democracy providing quality legal services to the poor and vulnerable. The organisation has a national footprint.

It offers an exciting Employment Value Proposition with opportunities for development, career growth and an inspiring workplace.

Applications are invited from persons interested to fill the above-mentioned position. The incumbent will be appointed on a permanent basis.
The position is based in Ladysmith.

To create a clean physical environment and render office services as and when required.

• Serve legal practitioners and other Local Office staff by providing excellent office support services such as messenger duties.
• Ensure that reports and documentation are sent/delivered to the right people timely.
• Maintain an incoming/outgoing fax register per required format.
• Incoming mail handled in accordance with Legal Aid SA administrative procedures.
• All documentation to be correctly/accurately filed.
• Switchboard to be manned at all times and proper telephone etiquette to be adhered to at all times.
• Daily collection and posting of mail.
• Transporting Legal Aid SA staff members to courts/Provincial or National Office as per Legal Aid SA relevant Transport/Fleet Management Policy/Procedures.

• A recognised Grade 12 Certificate.
• A valid driver’s license.

A detailed curriculum vitae reflecting practical application of the position outputs and the required competencies as advertised must be submitted by close of business on 29 April 2019
, quoting the reference number LADYS/OA/18/04/2019 in the subject line to or apply online at
Enquiries to Nodumo Cele Tel:

Preference will be given to candidates in terms of Legal Aid SA Employment Equity Plan. People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

LEGAL AID SA RESERVES THE RIGHT NOT TO APPOINT