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 : 24 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 41/90 : ADMINISTRATION CLERK-CRT (X7 POSTS)

SALARY : R228 321 – R268 950 per annum. The successful candidate will be required to
sign a performance agreement.
CENTRE : Magistrate Office Carnavon Ref No: 29/25/NC/CAR (X1 Post)
Magistrate Office: Kuruman Ref No: 30/25/NC/KUR (X1 Post)
Magistrate Office Colesburg Ref No: 31/25/NC/COL (X1 Post)
Magistrate Office: Hopetown Ref No: 32/25/NC/HPT (X1 Post)
Magistrate Office: Galeshewe Ref No: 33/25/NC/GAL (X2 Posts)
Magistrate Office: Sutherland Ref No: 41/25/NC/SUT (X1 Post)

REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 or equivalent qualification. Skills and Competencies: Communication
(written and verbal); Computer literacy (MS Office); Good interpersonal
relations; Good public relations skills; Ability to work under pressure and to
solve problems; Customer service; Document management; Planning and
organizations skills; Accuracy and attention to detail.

DUTIES : Key Performance Areas: Key Performance Areas: Prepare recordings of court
proceedings; Render clerical and administrative functions; file/store and
ensure safekeeping of court documents.

ENQUIRIES : Mr. Y Ajimudin Tel No: (053) 802 1300
APPLICATIONS : Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your application to: Postal
address: 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 https://forms.office.com/r/X2XaVPasWu
NOTE : Applicants who wish to post their application forms are encouraged to utilize
courier services in light of the current postal service challenges

POST 41/89 : COURT INTERPRETER REF NO: 36/25/NC/GAL

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

REQUIREMENTS : NQF level 4/ Grade 12 or equivalent qualification; Proficiency in English and
one or more indigenous languages; Three months Practical experience and
driver’s license will be an added advantage. Preferences will be given to
languages used in the area; 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 N. Leshage Tel No: (053) 802 1300
APPLICATIONS : Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your application to: Postal
address: 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 https://forms.office.com/r/X2XaVPasWu
NOTE : Applicants who wish to post their application forms are encouraged to utilize
courier services in light of the current postal service challenges.

POST 41/88 : DEBT COLLECTION CLERK REF NO: 38/25/NC/SA-KIM

SALARY : R228 321 – R268 950 per annum. The successful candidate will be required to
sign a performance agreement.
CENTRE : State Attorney: Kimberley

REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 or equivalent; Seven (7) – twelve (12) months appropriate work
experience. Skills and Competencies: Computer Literacy (MS Office); Good
communication (verbal and written); Customer relations; Accuracy and
attention to detail; Problem analysis; Planning and organizational skills; Ability
to work in a team and under pressure.

DUTIES : Key Performance Areas: Render debt collection processes for the office; Draft
routine correspondence and reports; Draft and type pleadings such as
summons, warrant of execution and judgment notice of sale, Section 65 notice;
Draft affidavits; Provide clerical administration of debt collection; Administer an
effective filing system; Render financial accounting transactions; Calculate
payments and interest towards settlement of debts; Consult with clients and
debtors to negotiate payments.

ENQUIRIES : Ms K. Fritz Tel No: (053) 802 1300
APPLICATIONS : Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your application to: Postal
address: 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 https://forms.office.com/r/X2XaVPasWu
NOTE : Applicants who wish to post their application forms are encouraged to utilize
courier services in light of the current postal service challenges.

POST 41/87 : MAINTENANCE OFFICER (MR 1 – MR 5) (X2 POSTS)

SALARY : R252 855 – R1 111 323 per annum, (Salary will be in accordance with OSD
determination). The successful candidate will be required to sign a
performance agreement.
CENTRE : Magistrate Office: Douglas (will serve Groblershoop and Kenhardt) Ref No:
34/25/NC/UPT (X1 Post)
Magistrate Office: Upington (will serve Hopetown, Griekwastad and Prieska)
Ref No: 35/25/NC/DOU (X1 Post)

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 procedures in the area of Maintenance;
Proficiency in at least two official languages; A valid driver’s license and willing
to travel extensively. 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; Manage 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 R. Motlekar Tel No: (053) 802 1300
APPLICATIONS : Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your application to: Postal
address: 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 https://forms.office.com/r/X2XaVPasWu
NOTE : Applicants who wish to post their application forms are encouraged to utilize
courier services in light of the current postal service challenges.

We wish you all the best with your applications