DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE AND CONSTITUTIONAL DEVELOPMENT

The Department of Justice and Constitutional Development’s mandate is to ensure that there is
accessible justice system in our vibrant and evolving constitutional democracy. It is responsible,
amongst others, to enable Access to Justice for all, promote Constitutionalism, Rule of Law, Respect for
Human Rights; and to coordinate the State Litigation and Legal Advisory Services. The Department is
therefore presenting an opportunity to dynamic individuals with relevant competencies to join a dynamic
team in its quest to fulfill its mandate and deliver justice services to the people of South Africa.

APPLICATIONS : Interested applicants must submit their applications for employment to
https://forms.office.com/r/X2XaVPasWu or alternatively the address specified
in each post.

CLOSING DATE : 10 November 2025

NOTE : 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 posts will be subjected to a technical and/or
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 these positions.
Women and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply and preference
will be given to the EE Target.

POST 39/48 : ESTATE CONTROLLER (EC1 – EC4) (X2 POSTS)

SALARY : R252 855 – R586 956 per annum, (Salary will be in accordance with OSD
determination). The successful candidate will be required to sign a
performance agreement.

CENTRE : Master of The High Court: Pretoria Ref No: 2025/86/GP (X1 Post)
Master of The High Court, Pietermaritzburg Ref No: 25/38/KZN (X1 Post)

REQUIREMENTS : An LLB Degree or recognized four years legal qualification; Knowledge of
Administration of Estates Act, Compliance, Mental Health, Insolvency Act and
other related Act, Registration of trusts Act, Curatorship’s Act; knowledge of all
local and international Legislation that regulates protection of children, South
African legal system, legal practices and related spheres with specific
reference to civil litigation and the law of contract. Knowledge of the
Constitution, the Institution of Legal Proceedings Against Certain Organs of
State Act, State Attorney Act, the Public Finance Management Act, Treasury
Regulations and the State Liability Act. Skills and Competencies: Legal
research and drafting; Case flow management; Estate duties; Trust; Dispute
resolution; Communication skills (verbal and written); Problem solving;
Customer focus; Attention to detail; Computer literacy.

DUTIES : Key Performance Areas: Administer deceased and Insolvent Estates,
Curatorships, Trusts and all aspects related to the administration thereof;
Determine and assess estate duties in terms of the Estate Duties Act; Conduct
research and draft legal documents; Render administrative functions of the
office.

ENQUIRIES : Gauteng: Ms. P Raadt Tel No: (011) 332 9000
KwaZulu-Natal: Ms N.F. Nkosi Tel No: (031) 3723000
APPLICATIONS : Gauteng: Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your application to:
The Provincial Office, Private Bag X6, Johannesburg, 2000 OR Physical
address: Department of Justice and Constitutional Development; 7th floor
Schreiner Chambers, 94 Pritchard Street; Johannesburg OR
https://forms.office.com/r/X2XaVPasWu
KwaZulu-Natal: Quoting the relevant reference number and courier your
application to: Physical address: Recruitment, First Floor, 2 Devonshire Place
Off Anton Lembede Street, Durban or drop-off on the above address OR
https://forms.office.com/r/X2XaVPasWu

NOTE : Separate application must be made quoting the relevant reference number

POST 39/47 : ACCOUNTING CLERK REF NO: 25/VA34/NW

SALARY : R228 321 – R268 950 per annum. The successful candidate will be required to
sign a performance agreement.
CENTRE : Provincial Office: Mahikeng

REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 with commercial subjects; Knowledge and understanding of financial
legislation, Prescripts and Procedures; Knowledge of Basic Operating System
(BAS), Justice Yellow Page (JYP), PERSAL; Knowledge of Public Finance
Management Act (PFMA), Division of Revenue Act (DORA), Public Service Act
(PSA), Public Service Regulation (PSR) and Preferential of Procurement Policy
Framework Act (PPPFA); Knowledge of basic financial operating systems
(PERSAL, BAS, LOGIS). Skills and Competencies: Computer literacy (MS
Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and Excel); Strong communication skills (Written &
verbal); Creative and analytical; Planning and Organizing; Problem solving and
conflict Management; Accuracy and attention to detail.

DUTIES : Key Performance Areas: Render financial accounting transactions; Perform
salary administration support services; Perform Bookkeeping support services;
Render a budget support service.

ENQUIRIES : Ms. L Shoai Tel No: (018) 397 7088
APPLICATIONS : Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your application to: The
Provincial Head, Private Bag X2033, Mmabatho, 2735 or hand deliver it at 22
Molopo Road, Ayob Gardens, Mafikeng OR
https://forms.office.com/r/X2XaVPasWu

POST 39/46 : CHIEF ADMINISTRATION CLERK REF NO: 25/VA33/NW

SALARY : R325 101 – R382 959 per annum. The successful candidate will be required to
sign a performance agreement.
CENTRE : Magistrate Office: Ditsobotla

REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 certificate or equivalent; A minimum of three (3) years’ relevant
experience; Understanding of customer service oriented. Skills and
Competencies: Good Communication (verbal and written) skills; Computer
literacy (MS Office); Planning and Organizing.

DUTIES : Key Performance Areas: Render general clerical support services; Provide
supply chain clerical services within the office; Provide personnel
administration clerical support services within the component; Supervise and
provide financial administration support services in the component; Provide
financial administration support services in the office; Provide effective people
management.

ENQUIRIES : Ms. L Shoai Tel No: (018) 397 7088
APPLICATIONS : Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your application to: The
Provincial Head, Private Bag X2033, Mmabatho, 2735 or hand deliver it at 22
Molopo Road, Ayob Gardens, Mafikeng OR
https://forms.office.com/r/X2XaVPasWu

We wish you all the best with your applications