The Office of the Chief Justice is an equal opportunity employer. In the filling of vacant posts, the objectives of section 195 (1)(i) of the Constitution of South Africa, 1996, the Employment Equity imperatives as defined by the Employment Equity Act, 1998 (Act55) of 1998) and the relevant Human Resources policies of the Department will be taken into consideration and preference will be given to Women, Persons with Disabilities and youth
- Supply Chain Management Clerk
Ref No: 2025/171/OCJ
Remuneration: R228 321 – R268 950 per annum (Level 05). The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement.
Centre: Limpopo Division of the High Court: Polokwane
Requirements:
- Grade 12 certificate. A three-year National Diploma/Degree at NQF level 6 with 360 credits as recognized by SAQA in Supply Chain Management will be an added advantage. One-year experience in supply Chain Management will be an added advantage. A valid driver’s license will be an added advantage.
- Skills and Competencies: Knowledge of Public Service Finance Management Act (PFMA), PPPFA, BBB_EE Act and Treasury Regulations. In-depth knowledge of financial systems, eg JYP and BAS, Planning and organizing skills, good interpersonal skills, effective communication skills (written and verbal). Computer literacy, ability to work independently and meet deadlines, ability to work under pressure, work in a team and preparedness to work overtime when required. All shortlisted candidates shall undertake a pre-entry practical exercise as part of the assessment method to determine the candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements.
Duties: Sourcing of quotations as per National Treasury guidelines, receive and asses quotation to ensure that they comply with the minimum requirements. Assist end users with the compilation of compliant specifications. Capture requisitions on the supply Chain System and ensure that that purchase orders are issued to the recommended suppliers. Request, prepare and asses quotations to ensure that the quotations comply with the minimum requirements. Ensure that standard bidding documents are obtained and fully completed by the suppliers and attached to transactions before caring requests. Extend the validity periods of quotes in advance of expirer dates. Capturing of awarded contracts on National Treasury contracts registration applications (CRA). Ensure procedures comply with SCM policies. Ensure proper filling and safekeeping of documents. Ensure timeous processing of payments to suppliers. Receiving and issuing of stock items. Management of Assets. Perform other duties as delegated by the Supervisor.
Enquiries: HR/Technical related enquiries: Ms. R.F Mathobela Tel No: (015) 495 1758
Applications: Applications can be sent via email at: 2025/171/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
Note: The Organisation will give preference to candidates in line with the Employment Equity goals.
- Library Assistant
Ref No: 2025/172/OCJ
Remuneration: R193 359 – R227 766 per annum (Level 04). The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement.
Centre: Limpopo Division of the High Court: Polokwane
Requirements:
- Grade 12 certificate. No experience is required.
- A three-year relevant qualification (National Diploma at NQF level 6) with 360 credits as recognized by SAQA will be an added advantage. Skills and Competencies: Good Interpersonal relations Communication skills. Computer Literacy (Microsoft Office), Customer services skills, interpersonal relations skills, planning skills Self-driven, able to work under pressure and ability to multi-task. All shortlisted candidates shall undertake a pre-entry practical exercise as part of the assessment method to determine the candidate’s suitability based on the posts technical and generic requirement.
Duties: Maintain and control information resources in the Judges’ Chambers and the library. Distribute loose-leaf publications to the secretaries. Conduct daily shelf reading and shelving of used library material. Provide administration support to library services. Unpack and verify newly received library publications in line with the delivery note and the invoice. Update and maintain library publications Workflows System. Provide support in the facilitation of cataloguing, classification and barcoding of newly received library publications. Co-ordinate and prepare binding of all journals and law reports. Provide support in conducting of assets verification. Compile the acknowledgement list for newly received library publications. Process and update of serials / library publications. Provide Loose leaf update and file of Acts, Bills and Gazettes. Identify and report missing issues of loose-leaf updates and periodicals not received for claiming purposes.
Enquiries: HR/Technical related enquiries: Ms. R.F Mathobela Tel No: (015) 495 1758
Applications: Applications can be sent via email at: 2025/172/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
Note: The Organisation will give preference to candidates in line with the Employment Equity goals.
- Usher Messenger
Ref No: 2025/173/OCJ
Remuneration: R163 680 – R192 810 per annum (Level 03) The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement.
Centre: Western Cape Division of the High Court: Cape Town
Requirements:
- Abet (NQF level 2). A grade 12 certificate will serve as an added advantage.
- Valid driver’s license will be an added advantage.
- A minimum of one (1) year relevant court exposure will be an added advantage.
All shortlisted candidates shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One must be a practical exercise, and the other must be an integrity (Ethical Conduct) assessment.
Duties: Rendering efficient and effective support to the court. Prepare court timeously and assuring that the court run smoothly. To assist in handling of documents and collection with GG Transport. Safe keeping of documents. Attending to enquiries related to Judges Transport. Assisting Judges by collecting and delivering of files and documents. Collection and delivery of post and documents as required. Distribution of post and documents accordingly.
Enquiries: Technical related enquiries: Ms T Nzimande Tel No: (010) 494 9238
HR related enquiries: Ms T Mbalekwa Tel No: (010) 494 8515
Applications: Applications can be submitted via email at: 2025/173/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
Note: The Organisation will give preference to candidates in line with the Employment Equity
- Registrar’s Clerk
Ref No: 2025/169/OCJ
Remuneration: R228 321 – R268 950 per annum. The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement.
Centre: Western Cape Division of the High Court: Cape Town
Requirements:
- Matric certificate, no experience is required. Experience a court/ legal environment will be an added advantage.
Skills and Competencies: Excellent communication skills (written and verbal). Computer literacy (MS Office). Good interpersonal and skills. Ability to work under pressure and solve problems, Numerical skills, Accuracy and attention to detail, Planning and organizing skills, Customer service skills orientated, All shortlisted candidates shall undertake a pre-entry practical exercise as part of the assessment method to determine the candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements.
Duties: Render efficient and effective support services to case flow management support to the Court. Ensure proper filing and safekeeping of all court records, render counter services; Attend to all stakeholders’ enquiries and correspondences. Provide administrative support in the Registrar’s office (general office and case flow management); Upload and update case information on registrars’ tools and case-on-line; Render efficient and effective support services to the court. Issue Court processes at General Office, including online. Render case management duties. Attend and oversee to general public queries; Provide any other administrative support in general as required by the Chief Registrar or Court Manager.
Enquiries: Technical/HR related Enquiries’ S Hlongwane, Tel No: (021) 469 4032/8
Applications: Applications can be sent via email at: 2025/169/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
Note: The Organisation will give preference to candidates in line with the Employment Equity goals
- Administrative Clerk: DCRS
Ref No: 2025/170/OCJ
Remuneration: R228 321 – R268 950 per annum (Level 05). The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement.
Centre: Western Cape Division of the High Court: Cape Town
Requirements:
- Grade 12 certificate. No experience is required. A three-year relevant qualification (National Diploma at NQF level 6) with 360 credits as recognized by SAQA will be an added advantage. Exposure in Court Related function will be an added advantage. Skills and Competencies: Computer literacy (MS Office). Good communication (verbal and written) Good interpersonal skills Good problem-solving skills. Computer literacy. All shortlisted candidates shall undertake a pre-entry practical exercise as part of the assessment method to determine the candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements.
Duties: Prepare court before court proceedings to test and operate recording equipment. Perform digital recording of court proceedings and ensure the integrity of such documents. Provide administrative support in circuit courts. Collecting statistics. Provide administrative support in general on court performance and case flow management. Provide any other administrative support in performance duties in HR, Finance and Supply Chain as required by the Judiciary, Court Manager and Supervisor. Accuracy and attention to detail. Ability to work under pressure. Customer service. Document management and operational knowledge of operating a DCRS/CRT machine.
Enquiries: Technical/HR related Enquiries’ S Hlongwane Tel No: (021) 469 4032/8
Applications: Applications can be sent via email at: 2025/170/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
Note: The Organisation will give preference to candidates in line with the Employment Equity goals
- Senior Administrative Officer
Ref No: 2025/161/OCJ
Remuneration: R397 116 – R467 790.per annum (Level 08). The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement.
Centre: Mpumalanga Division of the High Court: Middelburg
Requirements:
- A Grade 12 and three years (03) National Diploma in Public Administration/ Administrative Management / Public Management/ equivalent qualification at (NQF level 6). A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in the administration field and a valid driver’s license.
Knowledge of Risk Management, Security, Facility and OHS will serve as added advantages. All shortlisted candidates shall undertake a pre-entry practical exercise as part of the assessment method to determine the candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements. Skills and Competencies: Communication skills (verbal & written), Problem solving skills, Good public relations skills, Monitoring and analytical skills. Computer Literacy skills (MS Teams), Planning and organizing skills, Report writing skills and Typing skills. Knowledge of Understanding and experience of logistical arrangements required for the effective functioning of governance structures, Knowledge of clerical duties, practices as well as the ability to capture data, operate computer and collect statistics. Knowledge of the MS Office package, with experience in word processing, Outlook, Power Point and Excel Knowledge of Office Administration. Knowledge and understanding of the legislative framework governing Public Service and knowledge of Batho Pele principles. All shortlisted candidates shall undertake a pre-entry practical exercise as part of the assessment method to determine the candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements.
Duties: Provide support to the senior managers with daily clerical tasks. Keep up breasts with the leave administration for the office. Provide support with the compilation of monthly, quarterly reports and annual corporate calendar. Prepare meeting agenda and attendance register Collate monthly and quarterly reports. Monitor meetings attendance by Governance Committees members. Respond to the queries of stakeholders. Ensure general supervision of employees. Allocate duties and perform quality control of the work delivered by officials. Manage leave of staff. Advise and lead supervisees regarding all aspects of the work. Manage performance, conduct and discipline of employees. Ensure that all employees are trained and developed to be able to deliver work of the required standard efficiently and effectively. Develop, implement and monitor work systems and processes to ensure efficient and effective functioning. Manage and monitor financial system i.e. JYP, JDAS, BAS etc. Ensure compliance with the PFMA and Financial standard. Verify S&T claims and Trip Authority for correctness before submission for approval. Formulate administration policies. Review office policies and procedures. Update existing protocols and office policies.
Enquiries: Technical Related Enquiries: Ms Yd Seswene Tel No: (013) 492 2213
HR Related Enquiries: Mr Sj Zwane/ Mv Maeko Tel No: (013) 758 0000
Applications: Applications can be sent via email at: 2025/161/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
Note: The Organisation will give preference to candidates in line with the Employment Equity goals.
- Senior Court Interpreter
Ref No: 2025/162/OCJ
Remuneration: R325 101 – R382 959 per annum (Level 07). The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement.
Centre: Gauteng Division of the High Court: Johannesburg
Requirements:
- Applicants should be in possession of grade twelve (12) and ten (10) years’ practical experience in court interpreting or a 3 years National Diploma (NQF 6) in Legal interpreting or equivalent qualification on NQF Level 6 (360 credits) and a minimum of three (3) years practical experience in court Interpreting. Proficiency in English, Afrikaans, Isixhosa, Isizulu, Sesotho, Setswana, Sepedi, Isiswati, Tsonga and Tshivenda, selobedu, sepulani, isiNdebele, sign language and any foreign language will be an added advantage) candidates will be required to undergo oral written language proficiency testing. A valid driver’s license will be an added advantage. Skills and Competencies: Excellent communication skills (written and verbal), computer literacy (MS Office), good interpersonal skills, ability to work to work under pressure and solve problems, Accuracy and attention to detail, customer service. All shortlisted candidates shall undertake a pre-entry practical exercise as part of the assessment method to determine the candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements.
Duties: Rendering interpreting services in criminal court, civil court, labour and quasijudicial proceedings. Rendering interpreting services during consultations. Translate legal documents and exhibits. Assist with reconstruction of court records. Develop terminology, coin words. Perform specific line and administrative support functions of the Judiciary, court Manager and Supervisor as and when is required.
Enquiries: Technical enquiries/ HR enquiries: Ms T Mbalekwa Tel No: (010) 494 8515
Applications: Applications can be sent via email at: 2025/162/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
Note: The Organisation will give preference to candidates in line with the Employment Equity goals.
Due Date: 18 July 2025Note: All applications must be submitted on a New Z83 form, or obtainable from any Public Service Department and should be accompanied by a recent comprehensive CV only; contactable referees (telephone numbers and email addresses must be indicated). Please send your documents in a PDF and put them in one folder. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other related documents on or before the day of the interview following communication from Human Resources. Each application form must be fully completed, duly signed and initialed on both pages by the applicant. The application must indicate the correct job title, the office where the position is advertised and the reference number as stated in the advert. Failure by the applicant to fully complete, sign and initial the application form will lead to 40 disqualification of the application during the selection process. Applications on the old Z83 will unfortunately not be considered. Should you be in a possession of a foreign qualification, it must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Dual citizenship holders must provide the Police Clearance certificate from the country of origin (when shortlisted all non – SA Citizens will be required to submit a copy of proof of South African permanent residence). Applications that do not comply with the above-mentioned requirements will not be considered. Suitable candidates will be subjected to a personnel suitability check (criminal record, financial checks, qualification verification, citizenship checks, reference checks and employment verification). Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. The Department reserves the right not to make any appointment(s) to the advertised post(s). Applicants who do not comply with the above-mentioned requirements, as well as applications received late, will not be considered. Failure to submit all the requested documents will result in the application not being considered during the selection process. All successful candidates will be expected to enter into an employment contract and a performance agreement within 3 months of appointment, as well as be required to undergo a security clearance three (3) months after appointment. The Office the Chief Justice complies with the provisions of the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA); Act No. 4 of 2013. We will use your personal information provided to us for the purpose of recruitment only and more specifically for the purpose of the position/vacancy you have applied for. In the event that your application was unsuccessful, the Office of the Chief Justice will retain your personal information for internal audit purposes as required by policies. All the information requested now or during the process is required for recruitment purposes. Failure to provide requested information will render your application null and void. The Office of the Chief Justice will safeguard the security and confidentiality of all information you shared during the recruitment process.