University of the Free State (UFS) invites unemployed graduates to apply for Candidate Attorney / Articles of Clerkship Programme for 2025-2027.
Location: Bloemfontein Campus, Free State, South Africa
Job Type: Articles of Clerkship
Duration: 24 months (2 years)
Number of Positions: 2
Closing Date: 26 January 2025
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Consult with clients.
- Attend courts and other stakeholders’ offices.
- Prepare research on files.
- Attend meetings with all stakeholders.
- Draft legal documents
- Manage files and time.
- Assist with preparations for Community Engagement/ Service-Learning projects.
Inherent Requirements:
- An LLB Degree on NQF Level 8.
- Willingness to register for Practical Vocational Training (PVT) and complete the compulsory vocational training courses during the 2-year contract period..
Recommendations:
- Excellent liaising and communication skills, with an excellent command of written and spoken English.
- A command of additional official South African languages will be a strong recommendation.
- Knowledge of practical legal training and access to justice.
- Computer literacy, including word processing, layout, and spreadsheet skills.
Required Competencies:
- Results oriented.
- The ability to stick with tasks, not give up, and overcome obstacles in completing one’s task.
- The ability to be reliable, responsible, dependable and to fulfil obligations.
- Strategic thinking.
- The ability to focus on details, work towards perfection, and approach work in a neat and organised manner.
- The ability to carefully analyse information and use logic to address issues and problems at work.
- 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 be sensitive and understanding to the needs and feelings of others.
- The ability to interact with others and establish personal connections with people.
Assumption of duties:
1 March 2025 or as soon as possible.
How to Apply for University of the Free State (UFS): Candidate Attorney Programme 2025-2027
Click here to apply online for Articles of Clerkship Programme
Please ensure that all relevant documentation is attached to your application. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
- 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).
- Confirmation of employment from current employer / last employer if unemployed (only applicable to external applicants).
Closing date: 26 January 2025
Salary: R9100.50 pm
Enquiries: For enquiries, please feel free to contact 051 401 2979 or email Jardines@ufs.ac.za or Recruit@ufs.ac.za. Additionally, kindly contact 051 401 9814 / 9813 / 9848 for assistance.
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