The Commission for Gender Equality (CGE) is inviting qualified legal professionals to apply for the CGE Legal Officer Vacancy 2026 based in Kimberley, Northern Cape.
The successful candidate will join the Legal Unit and will be responsible for handling complaints, conducting litigation, and supporting the CGE’s mandate to promote gender equality in South Africa.
Position Details
Position: Legal Officer
Reference Number: CGE LEG – NC 01/2026
Office: Legal Unit
Location: Kimberley, Northern Cape
Salary Level: 10
Salary Package: R527,298 per annum (All-Inclusive)
Key Responsibilities
The CGE Legal Officer Vacancy 2026 includes the following responsibilities:
- Handling and investigating complaints from members of the public
- Referring cases to the Equality Court
- Litigating on behalf of complainants
- Monitoring the operations and functioning of courts in the province
- Conducting mediation to resolve disputes
- Drafting gender-perspective inputs for legislation and regulations
- Preparing monthly, quarterly and annual reports
- Building relationships with internal and external stakeholders
- Ensuring implementation of the Annual Performance Plan
- Liaising with courts on matters referred by CGE
- Identifying systemic issues related to complaints and litigation
Minimum Requirements
Applicants for the CGE Legal Officer Vacancy 2026 must have:
- Matric certificate
- LLB or B.Proc degree (LL.M is advantageous)
- Admission as an Attorney of the High Court of South Africa
- Minimum 3 years post-admission experience
- Knowledge of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa
- Experience in Human Rights law and litigation
- Knowledge of the operations of Equality Courts
- Strong understanding of gender issues
Required Competencies
Candidates should demonstrate:
- Knowledge of constitutional litigation and court processes
- Experience in mediation and conciliation processes
- Legal research experience
- Analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong written and verbal communication
- Ability to work independently in complaints handling
- Good interpersonal skills
- Knowledge of at least one African language
Being an accredited mediator will be an added advantage.
How to Apply
Applicants must submit the following documents:
- Comprehensive CV and motivational letter
- Certified copies of ID, driver’s license, and qualifications
- Proof of admission as an Attorney of the High Court
- Contact details of three referees
Send applications via email to: recruitment@cge.org.za
Enquiries
For enquiries (not applications), contact:
Mr. Silas Maloka – HR Manager
Tel: 011 403 7182 / 069 007 0944
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