OFFICE OF THE CHIEF JUSTICE

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.

APPLICATIONS : National Office (Midrand)/ Constitutional Court: Braamfontein/ Judicial
Support Services: Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your
application to: The Director: Human Resources, Office of the Chief Justice,
Private Bag X10, Marshalltown, 2107 or hand deliver applications to the Office
of the Chief Justice, Human Resource Management, 188, 14th Road,
Noordwyk, Midrand, 1685.
Eastern Cape/ Port Elizabeth/ Bisho/ Umthatha/ East London/Makhanda:
Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your application to: The
Provincial Head, Office of the Chief Justice, Postal Address: Private Bag
X13012, Cambridge 5206, East London. Applications can also be hand
delivered to 59 Western Avenue, Sanlam Park Building, 2nd Floor, Vincent
5242, East London. Free State/ Supreme Court of Appeal: Bloemfontein:
Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your application to: The
Provincial Head, Office of the Chief Justice, Private Bag X20612, Bloemfontein,
9300 or hand deliver applications to the Free State High Court, Corner
President Brand and Fontein Street, Bloemfontein, 9301.
Gauteng (Provincial Centre) /Land Claims Court (Randburg)/
Johannesburg High Court/ Pretoria High Court/ Labour and Labour
Appeals Court: Johannesburg: Quoting the relevant reference number, direct
your application to: The Provincial Head, Office of the Chief Justice, Private
Bag X7, Johannesburg, 2000. Applications can also be hand delivered to the
12th floor, Cnr Pritchard and Kruis Street, Johannesburg.
KwaZulu-Natal/ Durban/ Pietermaritzburg/Durban/Provincial Service
Centre: Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your application to: The
Provincial Head, Office of the Chief Justice, Private Bag X54314, Durban,

4001. Applications can also be hand delivered to 1st Floor Office No 118, CNR
      Somtseu8 & Stalwart Simelane Streets, Durban, 4000.
      Mpumalanga/ Middelburg/ Nelspruit: Quoting the relevant reference
      number, direct your application to: The Provincial Head: Office of the Chief
      Justice, Private Bag X 20051, Mbombela 1211. Applications can also be hand
      delivered to, Mpumalanga Division of the High Court, Office of the Chief Justice
      Provincial Service Centre, 311 Samora Machel Drive, Mbombela, 1200.
      North West/ Mmabatho/ Mahikeng: Quoting the relevant reference number,
      direct your application to: The OCJ Provincial Head, Office of the Chief Justice,
      Private Bag X 2033, Mmabatho, 2735. Applications can also be hand delivered
      to 22 Molopo Road, Ayob Gardens, Mmabatho.
      Western Cape: Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your application
      to: The provincial Head, Office of the Chief Justice, Postal Address: Private
      Bag X9020, Cape Town, 8000, or hand deliver applications to the Office of the
      Chief Justice, Provincial Service Centre 30 Queen Victoria Street, cape Town
      CLOSING DATE : 23 June 2025
      NOTE : All applications must be submitted on a New Z83 form, which can be
      downloaded on internet at www.judiciary.org.za /
      www.dpsa.gov.za/dpsa2g/vacancies.asp 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
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      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 proces

POST 19/124 : TYPIST (X2 POSTS)

SALARY : R193 359 – R227 766 per annum (Level 04). The successful candidate will be
required to sign a performance agreement.
CENTRE : Eastern Cape Division of The High Court: Bhisho Ref No: 2025/121/OCJ
Eastern Cape Division of The High Court: Mthatha Ref No: 2025/122/OCJ

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. 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 technical and generic
requirements. Skills and Competencies: Computer literacy (Microsoft Office).
Typing skills (speed 35 words per minute). Dictaphone typing skills. Good
problem-solving skills. Effective communication skills (written and verbal). Time
management skills. Client orientation and customer focus. Knowledge of legal
terminology, court procedures, rules, and environment. Understanding of
legislative governing the Public Service (Batho Pele principles and Public
Service Regulations). Ability to work in a team. Reliability. Honesty and
integrity.

DUTIES : Type court orders, court documents, and reports. Type court orders and
relevant court documents in line with the endorsement on the front of the court
file. Type judgments. Make amendments on judgments as per the Judge’s
request/instruction. Compile term roll, week, and un/opposed motion roll and
maintain registers. Draft term rolls for each court term in line with the Gazette
terms. Compile and submit relevant orders and judgments to relevant
stakeholders.

ENQUIRIES : Technical/HR related Enquiries: Mr S Mponzo Tel No: (043) 726 5217
APPLICATIONS : Applications for Typist post based in Eastern Cape Division of the High
Court: Bhisho should be sent via email at 2025/121/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
for Typist post based in Eastern Cape Division of the High Court: Mthatha
should be sent via email at 2025/122/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
NOTE : The Organization will give preference to candidates in line with the
Employment Equity goals.

POST 19/123 : LIBRARY ASSISTANT REF NO: 2025/120/OCJ

SALARY : R193 359 – R227 766 per annum (Level 04). The successful candidate will be
required to sign a performance agreement
CENTRE : Gauteng Division of The High Court: Pretoria

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. 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 : Assist with the management and control of Library and its resources in line with
the library code and other applicable prescripts. Assist with the ordering of
library material approved by library committee. Assist in classifying,
cataloguing and indexing library materials. Update loose-leaf publications in
the library. Conducting information searches on electronic catalogues and
other information databases and online information retrieval resources. Collect
and deliver books from/to Judges Chambers. Assist with shelving of
publications and shelve reading. Process received standing orders and mail.
Co-ordinate and prepare binding of all journals and law reports. Update and
manage library register. Operate library machines. Assist with compiling of
report on library matters.

ENQUIRIES : Technical enquiries: Ms N Shandu Tel No: (012) 315 7565
HR enquiries: Ms T Mbalekwa Tel No: (010) 494 8515
The Organisation will give preference to candidates in line with the
Employment Equity goals.
APPLICATIONS : applications can be sent via email at 2025/120/OCJ@judiciary.org.za

POST 19/122 : ADMINISTRATION CLERK: LEGAL REF NO: 2025/118/OCJ

SALARY : R228 321 – R268 950 per annum. The successful candidate will be required to
sign a performance agreement.
CENTRE Eastern Cape Division of The High Court: Mthatha

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: Knowledge of
Public Services Legislation, Prescripts and Regulations. Research skills.
Communication skills (verbal and written). Minute taking skills. Decision
making and time management skills. Good reporting skills. Creative and
analytical thinking skills. Computer literacy.

DUTIES : Conduct Legal Research for the Regional Court President/Chief Magistrate.
Compilation of statistics. Case flow management. Assisting Regional Court
Registrar. Provide administrative support to the Regional Court President/Chief
Magistrate.

ENQUIRIES : Technical Related Enquiries: Mr M Mhlontlo Tel No: (047) 504 5500
HR Related Enquiries: Mr S Mponzo Tel No: (043) 726 5217
APPLICATIONS : applications can be sent via email at 2025/118/OCJ@judiciary.org.za

POST 19/121 : REGISTRAR REF NO: 2025/112/OCJ

SALARY : R324 579 – R1 111 323 per annum (MR3-MR5). Salary will be in accordance
with the Occupation Specific Dispensation (Resolution 1 of 2008). Shortlisted
candidates will be required to submit a Service Certificate/s for determination
of their experience. The successful candidate will be required to sign a
performance agreement.
CENTRE : North West

REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 Certificate and an LLB Degree or a four (4) year legal qualification.
Driver’s license. MR3 – LLB Degree or equivalent plus a minimum of 2 years
post qualification experience in legal profession. MR4 – LLB Degree or
equivalent plus a minimum of 8 years post qualification experience in legal
profession. MR5 – LLB Degree or equivalent plus a minimum of 14 years post
qualification experience in legal profession). Skills and Competencies:
Excellent communication skills (verbal and written), Computer literacy,
Numerical skills, Attention to detail, Planning, organizing and decision-making
skills, Customer service orientated, Interpersonal skills, Conflict management,
strong work ethics, professionalism, ability to work under pressure and meeting
of deadlines, result driven, honesty/trustworthy and Observance of
confidentiality. 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 : Co-ordination of Case Flow Management support process to the Judiciary.
Manage the issuing of all processes. Initiating Court proceedings. Co-ordinate
interpreting services, appeals and reviews. Authenticate signatures of Legal
Practitioners, Notaries and Sworn Translators. Supervision and management
of staff. Ensure annotation of relevant publications, codes, acts and rules.
Attend to and execute requests from the Judiciary in connection with cases and
case-related matters. Exercise control over the management and safekeeping
of case records and the record room. Deal with the files in terms of the relevant
codes and legislation. Execute Quasi-judicial indicators such as Taxation of the
Bill of Costs and Warrants of Execution. Collate statistical data for reporting
purposes and prepare court performance reports.

ENQUIRIES : Technical Enquiries: Mr O Sebapatso Tel No: (018) 397 7064
HR Enquiries: Ms K Zwane Tel No: (018) 397 7114
APPLICATIONS : applications can be sent via email at 2025/112/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
NOTE : The Organisation will give preference to candidates in line with the
Employment Equity goals

POST 19/120 : REGISTRAR REF NO: 2025/116/OCJ

SALARY : R324 579 – R1 111 323 per annum (MR3-MR5). Salary will be in accordance
with the Occupation Specific Dispensation (Resolution 1 of 2008). Shortlisted
candidates will be required to submit a Service Certificate/s for determination
of their experience. The successful candidate will be required to sign a
performance agreement.
CENTRE : Western Cape

REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 Certificate and an LLB Degree or a four (4) year legal qualification.
Driver’s license. MR3 – LLB Degree or equivalent plus a minimum of 2 years
post qualification experience in legal profession. MR4 – LLB Degree or
equivalent plus a minimum of 8 years post qualification experience in legal
profession. MR5 – LLB Degree or equivalent plus a minimum of 14 years post
qualification experience in legal profession). Skills and Competencies:
Excellent communication skills (verbal and written), Computer literacy,
Numerical skills, Attention to detail, Planning, organizing and decision-making
skills, Customer service orientated, Interpersonal skills, Conflict management,
strong work ethics, professionalism, ability to work under pressure and meeting
of deadlines, result driven, honesty/trustworthy and Observance of
confidentiality. 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 : Co-ordination of Case Flow Management support process to the Judiciary.
Manage the issuing of all processes. Initiating Court proceedings. Co-ordinate
interpreting services, appeals and reviews. Authenticate signatures of Legal
Practitioners, Notaries and Sworn Translators. Supervision and management
of staff. Ensure annotation of relevant publications, codes, acts and rules.
Attend to and execute requests from the Judiciary in connection with cases and
case-related matters. Exercise control over the management and safekeeping
of case records and the record room. Deal with the files in terms of the relevant
codes and legislation. Execute Quasi-judicial indicators such as Taxation of the
Bill of Costs and Warrants of Execution. Collate statistical data for reporting
purposes and prepare court performance reports.

ENQUIRIES : Technical Enquiries: Ms N Chwethiso Tel No: (021) 480 2619
HR Enquiries: Ms M Baker Tel No: (021) 469 4032/8
APPLICATIONS : applications can be sent via email at 2025/116/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
NOTE : The Organisation will give preference to candidates in line with the
Employment Equity goals.

POST 19/119 : POOL JUDGE’S SECRETARIES REF NO: 2025/117/OCJ (X3 POSTS)

(12 months’ non- renewable contract)
SALARY : R325 101 – R382 959 per annum (Level 07), plus 37% in lieu of benefits. The
successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement.
CENTRE : Land Court: Randburg

REQUIREMENTS : Grade twelve (12) certificate, a minimum of 20 modules completed towards an
LLB, BA or Bachelor Law Degree. A minimum of two (2) secretarial experience
a valid driver’s license, an LLB Degree, Bachelor Law Degree will serve as an
added advantage and results must accompany the application. Shortlisted
candidates will be required to write a typing test.

DUTIES : To ensure attendance and screening of all incoming and outgoing calls. To
ensure that appointments and meetings of the Judge are diarized. To ensure
that the Judgements are typed and correspondences are filled accordingly in
the right sections. To ensure that signed Judgments and orders are handed
down in court or virtually, sent to the typist and Library (Judgment only). To
ensure that all visitors are received, screened and their queries are attended
to. To ensure all incoming and outgoing documents are recorded and filled. To
ensure that stationary for the Judge is ordered and collected. To ensure all files
received from various section(s) are verified by Registrar on that section. To
ensure that the register of reviews is up to date and signed on receipt and
return of reviews to the review Clerk. To ensure that 87 register/template of the
reserved judgement is updated and notifying the Statistical officer as well as
the office of the Judge President when judgment has been handed down. To
ensure that the transcribed judgments from transcribers reach the Judges for
approval and signature. To ensure that the heads of Arguments from various
stakeholders are received filed and verified. Inform parties involved via-email
and telephonically of time and date when reserved judgments will be handed
down, further notifying them on how judgment will be handed down. To ensure
that the bench book of the Judge is prepared and files are in court before the
court start or before the Judge enters the court. To ensure that all cases are
called and recorded as per the court roll. Calling the case number and the
parties’ names on record before Judge allow parties to start with their matter.
To ensure that the correct Oath ID or declaration is administered in court, when
required. To ensure that the exhibits are handled, controlled and noted
professionally and captured accordingly. To ensure that the correct order is
endorsed on the file and or on Caselines after it was granted by Judge in court.
To ensure that all the travel, accommodation arrangements are in order on
time. To ensure that the Judge’s logbook is submitted on or before 5th of every
month receive the preauthorization for the Judge’s vehicle. To remind the
Judge of the invoices that need to be submission of S&T claims can be
processed. To ensure the submission of Cell phone and 3G data claims for
process purpose. To ensure that court roll(s) is submitted to the Statistical
Officer on or before every Friday.

ENQUIRIES : Technical enquiries: Ms N Mhlambi Tel No: (010) 493 6316
HR enquiries: Ms T Mbalekwa Tel No: (010) 494 8515
APPLICATIONS : applications can be sent via email at 2025/117/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
NOTE : The Organization will give preference to candidates in line with the
Employment Equity goals.

POST 19/118 : JUDGE’S SECRETARY (X3 POSTS)

SALARY : R325 101 – R382 959 per annum (Level 07). The successful candidate will be
required to sign a performance agreement.
CENTRE : KwaZulu Natal Division of the High Court: Durban Ref No: 2025/93/OCJ (X1
Post)

KwaZulu Natal Division of the High Court: Pietermaritzburg Ref No:
2025/94/OCJ (X2 Posts)

REQUIREMENTS : Grade twelve (12) certificate, a minimum of 20 modules completed towards an
LLB, BA or Bachelor Law Degree. A minimum of two (2) secretarial experience
a valid driver’s license, an LLB Degree, Bachelor Law Degree will serve as an
added advantage and results must accompany the application, shortlisted
candidates will be required to pass a typing test. Skills and Competencies:
Proficiency in English. Good communication skills (verbal and written).
Administration and organizational skills. Exceptional interpersonal skills, ability
to meet strict deadlines and to work under pressure, attention to details,
customer care service skills and excellent typing skills, confidentiality and time
management. Computer literacy (MS Word) and research capabilities 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 general secretarial/administrative duties to the Judge. Typing (or
format) of draft memorandum decision, opinions or judgement entries written
by or assigned by Judge. Provide general secretarial/administrative duties to
the Judge. Manage and type correspondence, judgements and orders for the
Judge (including Dictaphone typing). Arrange and diarize appointments,
meetings and official visits and make travel and accommodation arrangements.
Safeguarding of all case files and the endorsement of case files with an order
made by Judge. Update files and documents and provide copies of documents
to the Registrar. Perform digital recording of court proceedings on urgent court
cases after hours or on circuit court and ensure integrity of such recordings.
Store, keep and file court records safely. Accompany the Judge to the court.
Compile court statistics daily. Management of Judge’s vehicle, logbook and
driving thereof. Compile data and prepare reports and documents for assigned
Judges as necessary; including expense reports, continuing legal hours,
financial disclosure statements and case management. Arrange refreshments
for the Judge and his or her visitors and attend to their needs. Management of
Judge’s library and updating of documentation. Execute legal research as
directed by the Judge and comply with departmental prescripts, policies,
procedures and guidelines.

ENQUIRIES : Technical enquiries: Ms K Marais Tel No: (031) 492 5562
HR Enquiries: Ms SZ Mvuyana Tel No: (031) 493 1723
APPLICATIONS : applications for Judge Secretary post based in Kwa-Zulu Natal Division of the
High Court: Durban should be sent via email at 2025/93/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
and for Judge Secretary post based in Kwa-Zulu Natal Division of the High
Court: Pietermaritzburg should be sent via email at
2025/94/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
NOTE : The Organisation will give preference to candidates in line with the
Employment Equity goals.

We wish you all the best with your applications