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 : 02 February 2026

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. Applicants who wish to post their application forms are
encouraged to utilize courier services in light of the current post office
challenges. A SAQA evaluation report must accompany foreign qualifications.
All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry
assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s
suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other
must be an integrity (ethical conduct) 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.
ERRATUM: Kindly note that the post of Director: Family Advocate with Ref No:
48/25/NC/FA-KIM advertised in the Public Service Vacancy Circular 45 dated
05 December 2025 with the closing date of 22 December 2025, was advertised
with wrong salary scale. The correct salary scale is R1 266 714 – R1 492 122
per annum. We apologize for any inconvenience caused.

POST 01/51 : FOOD SERVICE AID (X2 POSTS)

SALARY : R163 680 – R192 810 per annum. The successful candidate will be required to
sign a performance agreement.
CENTRE : South African Law Reform Commission Ref No: 25/126/LD (X1 Post)
Magistrate Commission Pretoria Ref No: 25/131/JM (X1 Post)

REQUIREMENTS : Abet level 4/ grade 10; Skills and Competencies: Communication (verbal and
written) skills; Planning and organizing skills; Customer service; Attention to
detail; Interpersonal skills; Attention to detail; Ability to work under pressure;
Conflict management.

DUTIES : Key Performance Areas: Provide catering support services; Serve food and
beverages during meetings; Clean kitchen utensils and equipment; Check
cutlery, prepare and clean conference facility; Monitor supply of food and report
waste and losses.

ENQUIRIES : Ms. R Sema Tel No: (012) 315 1333: South African Law Reform Commission:
Centurion
Mr. S Kgafela Tel No: (012) 315 1042: Magistrate Commission: Pretoria
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 https://forms.office.com/r/X2XaVPasWu.
NOTE : Separate application must be made quoting the relevant reference number

POST 01/50 : MESSENGER REF NO: 83/2025/M/WC

SALARY : R193 359 – R227 766 per annum. The successful candidate will be required to
sign a performance agreement.
CENTRE : Master of the Western Cape High Court: Cape Town

REQUIREMENTS : Grade 10 / Abet level 4 qualification; A valid drivers’ licence. Skills and
Competencies: Interpersonal skills; Creative thinking; Customer service
orientation; Problem analysis; Self-management; Self-management; Ability to
work in a Team; Technical proficiency.

DUTIES : Key Performance Areas: Render Driver / Messenger support services; Collect
correspondence, Distribute mail and parcels to the various offices; Collect
documents from respective government institutions; Transport officials to
various destinations; Render Clerical support services.

ENQUIRIES : Ms P Paraffin Tel No: (021) 462 5471
APPLICATIONS : Please direct your applications to: Provincial Head: Private Bag X 9171 Cape
Town, 8000 OR physical address: 8 Riebeeck Street, 5th Floor Norton Rose
House, Cape Town OR https://forms.office.com/r/X2XaVPasWu
FOR ATTENTION : Ms P Paraffin
NOTE : Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a personnel vetting process.

POST 01/49 : TELECOM OPERATOR REF NO: 82/2025/M/WC

SALARY : R193 359 – R227 766 per annum. The successful candidate will be required to
sign a performance agreement.
CENTRE : Master of the Western Cape High Court, Cape Town

REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 or equivalent qualification. Appropriate experience as a telecom
operator. Skills and Competencies: Communication (written and verbal);
Computer literacy (MS Office) Good interpersonal skills; Good public relations
skills; Ability to work under pressure and to solve problems; Customer service
and document management.

DUTIES : Key Performance Areas: Handle incoming and outgoing calls, transfer calls,
take and convey messages; Ensure that the switchboard is manned at all
times; Attend to all other duties that may be required.

ENQUIRIES : Ms P Paraffin Tel No: (021) 462 5471
APPLICATIONS : Please direct your applications to: Provincial Head: Private Bag X9171, Cape
Town, 8000 OR physical address: 8 Riebeeck Street, 5th Floor Norton Rose
House, Cape Town OR https://forms.office.com/r/X2XaVPasWu
FOR ATTENTION : Ms P Paraffin

POST 01/48 : COURT INTERPRETER (X2 POSTS)

SALARY : R228 321 – R268 950 per annum. The successful candidate will be required to
sign a performance agreement.
CENTRE : Magistrate Office: Johannesburg Ref No: 2025/91/GP (X1 Post)
Magistrate Office: Pretoria Ref No: 2025/100/GP (X1 Post)

REQUIREMENTS : NQF level 4/ Grade 12; Proficiency in one or more indigenous languages and
English: Three months Practical experience and driver’s license will be an
added advantage. Magistrate: Johannesburg: Language requirements:
English, IsiZulu, Sesotho, Sepedi or Setswana. Magistrate: Pretoria: Language
requirements: English, Venda, Xitsonga and Sepedi Skills and Competencies:
Communication skills; Listening skills; Interpersonal skills; Time management;
Computer literacy; Analytical thinking; Problem solving; Planning and
organizing; Confidentiality; Ability to work under pressure.

DUTIES : Key Performance Areas: Render interpreting services, Translate legal
document and exhibits; Coin Words; Assist with reconstruction of Court
Records; Perform Specific line and Administrative support Functions,

ENQUIRIES : Ms P Raadt Tel No: (011) 332 9000 or Ms V Shiburi Tel No: (011) 332 9000
APPLICATIONS : Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your application to: Provincial
Office-Gauteng, Private Bag X6, Johannesburg, 2000 Or Physical Address:
Provincial Office–Gauteng; Department of Justice and Constitutional
Development; 7th floor Schreiner chambers, 94 Pritchard, Johannesburg OR
https://forms.office.com/r/X2XaVPasWu
NOTE : Separate application must be made quoting the relevant reference number

POST 01/47 : ADMINISTRATION CLERK (X5 POSTS)

SALARY : R228 321 – R268 950 per annum. The successful candidate will be required to
sign a performance agreement)
CENTRE : Master of the Western Cape: Cape Town Ref No: 84/2025/M/WC (X3 Posts)
Office; Goodwood Ref No: 80/2025/WC (X2 Posts)

REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 Certificate or equivalent. Skills and Competencies: Good
communication skills (written and verbal); Computer literacy (MS Office);
Administrative and organization skill; Ability to work under pressure; Customer
service; Document management and filing; Interpersonal relations.

DUTIES : Key Performance Areas: Render general clerical support services; Provide
supply chain clerical support services within the component; Provide personnel
administration clerical support services within the component; Provide financial
administration support services in the component.

ENQUIRIES : Ms P Paraffin Tel No: (021) 462 5471
APPLICATIONS : Please direct your applications to: Provincial Head: Private Bag X9171, Cape
Town, 8000 or physical address: 8 Riebeeck Street, 5th Floor Norton Rose
House, Cape Town or https://forms.office.com/r/X2XaVPasWu
FOR ATTENTION : Ms P Paraffin

POST 01/46 : ADMINISTRATION CLERK: COURT RECORDING TECHNOLOGY (CRT) (X2 POSTS)

SALARY : R228 321 – R268 950 per annum. The successful candidate will be required to
sign a performance agreement.
CENTRE : Springbok Magistrate Office Ref No: 46/25/NC/SPR (X1 Post)
Upington Magistrate Office Ref No: 47/25/NC/UPT (X1 Post)

REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 or equivalent qualification. Skills and Competencies: Good
communication (written and verbal) skills; Computer literacy (MS Office); Good
interpersonal relations; Interpersonal relations; Efficient and resourceful; 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: Prepare recordings of court proceedings; Render
clerical and administrative functions; file/store and ensure safekeeping of court
documents.

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.
Applicants who wish to post their application forms are encouraged to utilize
courier services in light of the current postal service challenges. Interested
applicants must submit their applications for employment or
https://forms.office.com/r/X2XaVPasWu or alternatively the address specified
in each post.

POST 01/45 : MAINTENANCE OFFICER: (MR1 – MR5) (X4 POSTS)

SALARY : R252 855 – R1111 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: Atlantis Ref No: 81/2025/WC (X1 Post)
Magistrate Office: Palm Ridge Ref No: 2025/96/GP (X1 Post) (Re-advert:
candidate who previously applied are encouraged to re-apply)
Magistrate Office: Springs Ref No: 2025/97/GP (X1 Post) (This is a readvertisement, applicants who previously applied are encouraged to re-apply)
Magistrate Office: Tembisa Ref No: 2025/98/GP (X1 Post) (This is a readvertisement, applicants who previously applied are encouraged to re-apply)

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 the following languages Magistrate Palm Ridge – English,
IsiXhosa and South Sotho; Magistrate Springs – English, IsiZulu and Sesotho
and Magistrate Tembisa -English, Tshivenda, Sepedi and Xitsonga; 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: To perform the powers, duties or functions of a
Maintenance Officer in terms of the Maintenance Act; Obtain financial
information for Maintenance enquiries; Guide Maintenance investigators in the
performance of their functions; Implementation of Bench orders; Provide
reports and compile statistics.

ENQUIRIES : Western Cape: Ms P Paraffin Tel No: (021) 462 5471
Gauteng: Ms. RR Moabelo Tel No: (011) 332 9000
APPLICATIONS : Western Cape: Please direct your applications to: Provincial Head: Private
Bag X 9171, Cape Town, 8000 OR physical address: 8 Riebeeck Street, 5th
Floor Norton Rose House, Cape Town Or
https://forms.office.com/r/X2XaVPasWu

Gauteng: Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your application to:
Provincial Office-Gauteng, Private Bag X6, Johannesburg, 2000 OR Physical
Address: Provincial Office–Gauteng; Department of Justice and Constitutional
Development; 7th floor Schreiner chambers, 94 Pritchard, Johannesburg Or
https://forms.office.com/r/X2XaVPasWu
NOTE : Separate application must be made quoting the relevant reference number

We wish you all the best with your applications