Jenniffer Mathibela
Deputy Director Legal Services
Pretoria
Summary
Iam highly motivated legal professional with extensive experience at Mpumalanga Department of Health, excelling in regulatory compliance and risk management. Proven problem-solver and project manager, who is passionate about Transformationall leadership. Skilled in legal research and stakeholder engagement, driving successful outcomes in complex litigation and legislative initiatives.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
3
3
Certificates
1
1
Language
Work History
Assistant Director
Mpumalanga Provincial Treasury
Nelspruit
04.2010 - 12.2010
- Provided legal advice to MEC, Head of Finance, and program directors.
- Drafting and reviewing contracts and other legal instruments.
- Management of litigation and monitoring non payment of court orders issued against various Departments.
- Stakeholder engagements to facilitate resolution of disputes within the framework of Iintergovernmental Relation Act.
- General legal Administration work
Deputy Director
Mpumalanga Department of Health
Nelspruit
05.2011 - Current
- Ensured regulatory compliance across all directorates through diligent monitoring of policies, procedures ,ensuring compliance with Promotion of Access to Information Act, 2002 and Protection of Personal Information Act, 2014. And other legislation.
- Stakeholder management and Conflict management within the framework of Intergovernmental Relations Act.
- Developed strategic plans to achieve organizational goals, ensuring alignment with Department' mission and vision.
- Increased overall efficiency by identifying areas of improvement and implementing necessary changes.
- Managed budgets and financial resources effectively,
- Conducted Investigations of Medical negligence cases, analysis trends to identify risk with financial implications and policy review.
- Drafting legislation and attending hearings on Bills initiated by other Departments.
- Managing litigation of the Department and liaising with State Attorneys Office.
- Providing Quarterly reports on legislative, litigation, including attending to Questions of Parliament, Cabinet, Portfolio committees and other Section 9 Institutions.
- Monitored key business risks and established risk management procedures.
Acting Director
Mpumalanga Department Of Health
Nelspruit
05.2015 - 10.2018
- Strategic Leadership and Legal Governance by ensuring alignment with departmental objectives, legislative framework and other national health policies,
- Legal Advisory and Support to the MEC, Head Health and other Programme directors., including reviewing contracts and other legal instruments,
- Legislative Compliance and Risk Management by drafting legislation, identifying risk for non compliance on amended legislation and attending to hearings on Bills presented by other Departments.
- Implementation of mandates and directives of NHC Forum, Portfolio Committees. Cabinet ,to improve management of litigation and development of Case Management System that proactively identifying trends with risk implications.
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Creating awareness and management of risks to comply with Audit requirements.
Legal Admin Officer
Mpumalanga Department of Social Development S
Nelspruit
01.2006 - 12.2006
- Providing legal support to the MEC, Head and programme managers and
- Oversee the implementation of litigation strategy to address complex litigation cases, leading to more efficient problem-solving processes.
- Conducted thorough investigations into complex cases, leading to successful resolution of numerous high-profile incidents.
- Ensured compliance with national and local laws through regular policy reviews and updates.
- Facilitated collaboration between departments, improving efficiency and effectiveness in handling cross-jurisdictional cases.
- Established protocols for handling sensitive information, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with legal standards.
- Managed departmental budgets effectively, ensuring optimal allocation of resources for necessary equipment and training.
Intern Maintenance Officer
Department of Justice And Constitutional Development
Witbank Magistrate Court
08.2006 - 12.2006
- Supported staff and investigators in their daily tasks, reducing backlogs of cases.
- Handling long outstanding maintenance enquiries and collaborating with fellow interns on group projects and presentations.
- Sorted and reorganized dormant and active maintenance files.
- Verification of the status of Warrants of Arrest to facilitate attachments of emoluments orders.
- General office work
Candidate Attorney
Msiza Attorneys & Mark Efstratiou Inc
Pretoria
02.2004 - 07.2006
- Conducted thorough research on various areas of law, ensuring accurate information and strong case foundations.
- Maintained strict adherence to professional ethics guidelines, upholding the integrity of the legal profession at all times.
- Supported senior attorneys in high-profile cases, by serving documents to respondents and courts within the required time frame prescribed by various Uniform Rules.
- General office administration.
Education
PGDHealth Systems Management Executive Leadership -
University of Pretoria
Gauteng South Africa 05.2020
Bachelor of Laws -
University of Pretoria
Gauteng South Africa09.2003
Senior Certificate -
Nansindlela High School
Nkangala District, Mpumalanga 12.1996
Skills
Problem-solving
Project management
Operations management
Team management
Decision-making
Legal research
Innovative
Certification
Nyukela Public Service SMS Pre entry programme
Timeline
Nyukela Public Service SMS Pre entry programme
07-2021
Commercial and Health Sector Mediation Training
10-2016
Acting Director
Mpumalanga Department Of Health
05.2015 - 10.2018
Deputy Director
Mpumalanga Department of Health
05.2011 - Current
Assistant Director
Mpumalanga Provincial Treasury
04.2010 - 12.2010
Intern Maintenance Officer
Department of Justice And Constitutional Development
08.2006 - 12.2006
Legal Admin Officer
Mpumalanga Department of Social Development S
01.2006 - 12.2006
Candidate Attorney
Msiza Attorneys & Mark Efstratiou Inc
02.2004 - 07.2006
PGDHealth Systems Management Executive Leadership -
University of Pretoria
Bachelor of Laws -
University of Pretoria
Senior Certificate -
Nansindlela High School