DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE

CLOSING DATE : 30 September 2024

NOTE : Interested applicants must submit their applications for employment to the
address specified in each post. The application must include only completed
and signed new Form Z83, obtainable from any Public Service Department or
on the internet at www.gov.za, and a detailed Curriculum Vitae. Certified copies
of Identity Document, Senior Certificate and the highest required qualification
as well as a driver’s license where necessary, will only be submitted by
shortlisted candidates to HR on or before the day of the interview date.
Application that do not comply with the above specifications will not be
considered and will be disqualified. It remains the responsibility of an applicant
to ensure that application reaches the department noting different options
provided for submission. A SAQA evaluation report must accompany foreign
qualifications. All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a
technical and competency assessment. A pre-entry certificate obtained from
National School of Government (NSG) is required before appointment for all
SMS positions. Candidate will complete a financial disclosure form and also be
required to undergo a security clearance. Foreigners or dual citizenship holder
must provide the Police Clearance certificate from country of origin only when
shortlisted. The DOJ&CD 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 (Act No: 108 of 1996), the Employment Equity imperatives as
defined by the Employment Equity Act, 1998 (Act No: 55 of 1998) and relevant
Human Resources policies of the Department will be taken into consideration.
Reasonable accommodation shall be applied for People with Disabilities
including where driver’s license is a requirement. Correspondence will be
limited to short-listed candidates only. If you do not hear from us within 3
months of this advertisement, please accept that your application has been
unsuccessful. The department reserves the right not to fill this position. Women
and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply and preference will be
given to the EE Target.

ADMINISTRATION CLERK REF NO: 05/24/LMP

SALARY : R216 417 – R254 928 per annum. The successful candidate will be required to
sign a performance agreement.

CENTRE : Family Advocate: Thohoyandou

REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 or equivalent qualification; Relevant Experience. Skills and
Competencies: Good communication skills (verbal and written); Sound
interpersonal relations; Computer literacy (MS Office); Must be self-driven,
innovative with flair in dealing with people; Must be able to work under
pressure; Accuracy and attention to detail.

DUTIES : Key Performance Areas: Render general clerical support services; Provide the
financial administration support services in the component; Keep and maintain
personnel records in the component; Provide supply chain clerical support
services within the component; Provide various administrative duties.

ENQUIRIES : Adv. R.D Ramanenzhe at 081 037 2323/ 081 037 5014

APPLICATIONS : Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your application to: Postal
address: The Office Manager: Family Advocate – Magistrate Thohoyandou,
Private Bag X5005, Thohoyandou, 0950 or Physical address: Reception area
Magistrate Thohoyandou, Mphephu Drive next to Game Store or email to
DOJ24-05-LMP@justice.gov.za

COURT INTERPRETER REF NO: 27/24/NC/CAL

SALARY : R216 417 – R254 928 per annum. The successful candidate will be required to
sign a performance agreement

CENTRE : Calvinia Magistrate Office

REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 or equivalent qualification; Proficiency in English and two or more
indigenous languages; Language requirement: Afrikaans and Setswana are
compulsory; Applicants will be subjected to a Language test. Skills and
Competencies: Computer literacy (MS Office); Good communication (written
and verbal); Administration and organizational skills; Ability to maintain
interpersonal relations; Accuracy and attention to detail.

DUTIES : Key Performance Areas: Interpret in Criminal Court, Civil Court, Labour Court,
quasi-judicial proceedings; Interpret during consultation; Translate legal
documents and exhibits; Record cases in criminal record book; Draw case
records on request of the Magistrate and Prosecutors; Keep records of
statistics.

ENQUIRIES : Mr. Y Ajimudin Tel No: (053) 802 1300
APPLICATIONS : Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your application to: Postal
address: The Regional Head: Justice and Constitutional Development, Private
Bag X6106, Kimberley, 8300 or hand delivers at the New Public Buildings,
(Magistrates Court) of Knight and Stead Streets, 7th floor, Kimberley, 8301 or
email to DOJ24-27-NC@justice.gov.za

NOTE : Applicants will be subjected to a Language test

LEGAL ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER (MR1 – MR5) REF NO: 24/07/FS

SALARY : R239 673 – R1 053 387 per annum, (Salary will be in accordance with OSD
determination) The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance
agreement.

CENTRE : Provincial Office, Bloemfontein

REQUIREMENTS : An LLB or four (4) year recognized legal qualification; Sound knowledge of the
South African legal system, legal practice and related spheres with specific
reference to family law and related litigation; Knowledge of criminal procedure
and practice, court rules (Constitutional, Supreme Court of Appeal, High,
Labour, Equality and Magistrate Courts); Knowledge of Public Finance
Management Act; Knowledge of the Sexual Offences and Related Matters Act;
A valid drivers license; Skills and competencies: Computer literacy (MS Office);
Legal Research; Planning and decision making skills; Strategic capability and
leadership skills; Good interpersonal skills; Dispute resolution; Time
management and ability to prioritize; Report writing and problem resolving;
Project management; Communication skills (Verbal and written); Willing to
work overtime.

DUTIES : Key Performance Areas: Draft legal documents and give legal advice to the
Department and other organs of the State; Provide support services to the
courts regarding quasi-judicial functions; Respond to petitions, representations
and complaints from civil society and other government departments; Liaise
with other departments, DPP, and communities on programmes around crime
prevention; Prepare memoranda for the appointment of Commissioners of
Oath and Appraisers; Recover loss and (of) damage to State property;
Determine Legal Liability and oversee the smooth functioning of dedicated
courts in the region; Facilitate implementation of relevant legislation including
the Victims Charter and the Restorative Justice National policy Framework;
Initiate, plan, implement and conduct community awareness campaigns on
legislations administered by the Department.

ENQUIRIES : Ms N Dywili at 073 775 0709

APPLICATIONS : Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your application to: The Director:
HR, Private Bag X20578, Bloemfontein, 9300 or hand deliver to 108 Cnr St
Andrew and West Burger Street, Bloemfontein, 9300 or email to DOJ24-07-
FS@justice.gov.za

MAINTENANCE OFFICER (MR1 – MR5) REF NO: 28/24/NC/PAM

SALARY : R239 673 – R1 053 387 per annum, (Salary will be determined in accordance
with OSD determination). The successful candidate will be required to sign a
performance agreement.

CENTRE : Pampierstad Magistrate Office (will serve at Hartswater, Warrenton and Jan
kempdorp)

REQUIREMENTS : An LLB Degree or a four (4) year recognized legal qualification; Knowledge of
the maintenance system, Maintenance Act and family law matters;
Understanding of all services and procedure in the area of Maintenance;
Proficiency in at least two official languages; A valid driver’s license. Skills and
Competencies: Computer literacy (MS Office); Good communication skills
(verbal and written); Numeracy Skills; Interpersonal relations; problem solving
skills; Report writing and time management skills; Accuracy and attention to
detail.

DUTIES : Key Performance Areas: Perform the powers, duties or functions of a
Maintenance Officer in terms of the Maintenance Act; Obtain financial
information for the purposes of maintenance enquiries; Guide Maintenance
Investigators in the performance of their functions; Appear in the Maintenance
Court and conduct proceedings in terms of the Maintenance Act; Implement
Bench orders; Compile statistics.

ENQUIRIES : Mr N Leshage Tel No: (053) 802 1300
APPLICATIONS : Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your application to: Postal
address: The Provincial Head: Justice and Constitutional Development, Private
Bag X6106, Kimberley, 8300 or hand delivers at the New Public Buildings,
(Magistrates Court) of Knight and Stead Streets, 7th floor, Kimberley, 8301 or
email to DOJ24-28-NC@justice.gov.za
NOTE : People with disabilities are encouraged to apply

LANGUAGE PRACTITIONER: TRANSLATION AND EDITORIAL SERVICES REF NO: 24/55/SLA (X3 POSTS)

SALARY : R308 154 – R362 994 per annum. The successful candidate will be required to
sign a performance agreement.

CENTRE : National Office, Pretoria Cape Town

REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate qualification (NQF level 6) as recognized by SAQA in
Communication or Linguistics; A minimum of 1 year experience in Language
services; Knowledge and understanding of translation and interpreting.
Language requirements: (Setswana / Afrikaans / Tshivenda). Skills and
Competencies: Computer literacy; Good communication (written and verbal);
Good interpersonal relation; Planning and organizing skills; Decision making
skills; Strategic capability and leadership skills.

DUTIES : Key Performance Areas: Translate Bills and other legal documents; Conduct
terminology development (harvesting); Perform administrative functions.

ENQUIRIES : Mr M Mokoena Tel No: (012) 744 2026

APPLICATIONS : Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your application to: Postal
address: The Human Resources: Department of Justice and Constitutional
Development, Private Bag X81, Pretoria, 0001 or Physical address: Application
Box, First Floor Reception, East Tower, Momentum Building, 329 Pretorius
Street, Pretoria or email to DOJ24-55-SLA@justice.gov.za
NOTE : People with disabilities are encouraged to apply

MAINTENANCE INVESTIGATOR (X3 POSTS)

SALARY : R308 154 – R362 994 per annum. The successful candidate will be required to
sign a performance agreement.

CENTRE : Magistrate Court, Port Shepstone Ref No: 24/05/KZN
Emlazi Ref No: 24/06/KZN
Ntuzuma Ref No: 24/07/KZN

REQUIREMENTS : A Grade 12 certificate or equivalent qualification; relevant administrative
experience and in family law matters; Knowledge of the Maintenance Act (Act
99 of 1998); A valid driver’s license. Skills and Competencies: Computer
literacy (MS Office); Numeracy skills; Communication skills (verbal and
written); Ability to work with the public in a professional and empathetic manner;
Explain legal terminology and processes in simple language; Time
management; Facilitation skills; Innovation and ability to work under pressure.

DUTIES : Key Performance Areas: Serve maintenance summons, subpoenas, warrants
and garnishee orders for the district in terms of the Maintenance Act; Locate
whereabouts of persons; Give testimony in Court under oath; Render
administrative support to the Office.

ENQUIRIES : Mr J.N. Mdaka Tel No: (031) 372 3000
APPLICATIONS : Quote the relevant reference number and courier your application to: Physical
address: Recruitment, First Floor, 2 Devonshire Place Off Anton Lembede
Street, Durban or email to DOJ24-05-KZN@justice.gov.za, DOJ24-06-
KZN@justice.gov.za, DOJ24-07-KZN@justice.gov.za
NOTE : Separate application must be made quoting the relevant reference number

ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER REF NO: 55/24EC

SALARY : R376 413 – R443 403 per annum. The successful candidate will be required to
sign a performance agreement.

CENTRE : Magistrate: Tsomo

REQUIREMENTS : A National Diploma/ NQF Level 6/ Degree in Office Administration/ Office
Management; A minimum of 3 years’ experience in office or court
administration environment of which at least one year should be at supervisory/
team leader. Skills and competencies: Computer literacy (MS Office); Good
communication skills (verbal and written); Good interpersonal relations;
Attention to detail; Planning and organizing; Leadership and management
capacities.

DUTIES : Key Performance Areas: Administer case flow management; Manage office
facilities and risk services in the unit. Provide effective administration for the
unit. Ensure effective and efficient financial management. Manage the human
resources of the office.

ENQUIRIES : Mr. A Jilana Tel No: (043) 702 7000 / 7010
APPLICATIONS : Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your application to: The
Provincial Head, Private Bag X9065, East London, 5200 or email to DOJ24-
55-EC@justice.gov.za

All the best with your applications.