OFFICE OF THE CHIEF JUSTICE – 25 October 2026

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): 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
North West: 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, Mafikeng
Free State: 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
Division of the High Court, Cnr President Brand and Fontein Street,
Bloemfontein, 9301
Western Cape/Cape Town: 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 : 09 November 2026

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. All shortlisted candidates for
SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview. Following
the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates
will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities,
behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity. 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. Selection panels shall score both
technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process.
Applicants could be required to provide consent for access to their social media
accounts. Prior to appointment for SMS, a candidate would be required to
complete the Nyukela Programme: Pre-entry Certificate to Senior
Management Services as endorsed by DPSA which is an online course,
endorsed by the National School of Government (NSG). The course is
available at the NSG under the name Certificate for entry into the SMS and the
full details can be sourced by the following link:
https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. 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 complete, sign and initial the application
form will lead to disqualification of the application during the selection process.
Applications on the old Z83 will unfortunately not be considered. Should you
be in possession of a foreign qualification, it must be accompanied by an
evaluation considered. Suitable candidates will be subjected to a personnel
suitability check (criminal record, financial checks, qualification verification,
citizenship checks, social media, 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 process

POST 38/220 : REGISTRA’S CLERK REF NO: 2026/158/OCJ (X2 POSTS)

SALARY : R237 453 – R279 708 per annum (Level 05). The successful candidate will be
required to sign a performance agreement.
CENTRE : Western Cape Division of The High Court: Cape Town

REQUIREMENTS : Applicants should be in possession of Grade twelve (12) certificate or
equivalent qualification at NQF level four (4) as recognised by SAQA. No
experience required. A relevant qualification in the field of will serve as an
added advantage. Knowledge and skills: Knowledge of working procedures in
terms of the working environment, registry processes and practice, Knowledge
of storage and retrieval procedures in terms of the working environment,
understanding of legislative frameworks governing the Public Service,
Knowledge of Filling system, Mail procedure manual, Promotion of access to
information Act, National archives and Batho Pele Principles. Skilled in
computer Literacy (Microsoft Office), communication, numeracy, interpersonal
skills, problem solving and analysis, time management and administrative
skills.

DUTIES : Register/ allocate case numbers to all pleadings and court documents
received, ensure that the files have been served on all parties concerned, draw
up files for the litigants/Attorney, update the file of return service/s proof
services, safe-keep and dispose of case records. Retrieve the requested file
and make the file available to the requester, attend to queries from parties and
members of the public, record documents received, ensure systematically
recording of court files and keep record of requests received from litigants.
Attend to case management and set down notice, implement case
management practices (placing request forms in the space of a file that has
been requested, complete and file the movement sheet), render case
management duties, monitor files and records as per the case Management.
Submit leave forms to HR for compliance, maintain and keep all registers for
filing and archiving, comply with the telephone prescripts and leave policies,
prepare and sign performance agreement timeously.

ENQUIRIES : Technical related enquiries: N Hanekom Tel No: (021) 480 2636
HR related enquiries: Mr SD Hlongwane Tel No: (021) 469 4032
APPLICATIONS : Applications can be sent via email to 2026/158/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
NOTE : The Organisation will give preference to candidates in line with the
Employment Equity goals.

POST 38/219 : HUMAN RESOURCE CLERK REF NO: 2026/157/OCJ

SALARY : R237 453 – R279 708 per annum (Level 05). The successful candidate will be
required to sign a performance agreement.
CENTRE : Supreme Court of Appeal, Bloemfontein

REQUIREMENTS : Applicants should be in possession of Grade twelve (12) certificate or
equivalent qualification at NQF level four (4) as recognised by SAQA. No
experience required. A relevant qualification in the field of will serve as an
added advantage. Knowledge and skills: Knowledge of the PERSAL system,
understanding of the legislative framework governing the Public Service,
storage and retrieval procedures in terms of the working environment. Skilled
in communication (verbal and written), administration, planning and organising,
time management, basic numeracy, interpersonal and typing skills. Along with
the following attributes: self-motivated, creative thinker, assertive, ambitious,
flexible and ability to meet strict deadlines.

DUTIES : Administer recruitment, selection and appointment processes with the court,
administer and capture leave applications, process appointment and service
termination documents, capture appointments, service terminations and injury
on duty matters, process the payment of resettlement and leave benefits,
process pension documents, receive and quality assure PMDS documents and
probation reports, capture performance related matters, update HR records
management database, handle all incoming and outgoing correspondence,
ensure a proper filing system, keep track of files and records, provide support
with workshops and awareness sessions, provide logistical and secretariat
support to meetings, compile minutes and other documents. Compile statistics
relating to the unit.

ENQUIRIES : Technical related enquiries: Mr. T.D Khoase Tel No: (051) 492 4623
HR related enquiries: Ms D.S.J Peters Tel No: (051) 492 4523
APPLICATIONS : Applications can be sent via email to 2026/157/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
NOTE : The Organisation will give preference to candidates in line with the
Employment Equity goals.

POST 38/218 : REGISTRY CLERK REF NO: 2026/156/OCJ

SALARY : R237 453 – R279 708 per annum (Level 05). The successful candidate will be
required to sign a performance agreement.
CENTRE : National Office: Midrand

REQUIREMENTS : An applicant should be in possession of a Grade 12 certificate or equivalent
qualification at NQF level four (4) as recognised by SAQA. No experience
required. A minimum of I-year registry experience as an added advantage.
Knowledge and skills: Understanding of the National Archives Act and
Regulations, understanding of the legislative framework governing the Public
Service, knowledge of storage and retrieval procedures in terms of the working
environment, understanding of the work in registry and knowledge of Batho
Pele Principles. Skilled in communication (written and verbal), interpersonal
relations, computer literacy (MS Office), numeracy, time management,
planning and organising and report writing skills.

DUTIES : Ensure that there is enough space for filing in the storeroom to avoid misfiling
of documents, record receipt files, protection of records and ensure filling,
Make sure that the storeroom is locked to limit access, replace torn out
registers and keep closed registers safe in the archival storeroom. Open and
close files according to record classification System, file/store, trace (manually)
and retrieve documents and files and ensure that the information inside the
personal file is filed accordingly. Label files neatly for easy retrieval, arrange
and package files for archives and distribution, register all files requested by
relevant clients. For example, clients such as Auditors and HR practitioners.
Develop a database for employees who are transferred to other departments,
record and screen all correspondence before forwarding, communicate with
HR Practitioners from other departments about transferring of files, audit the
files to make sure that all documents recorded are still in the file, register the
files in the transfer register, register files with Facilities Unit for courier service
and update the transfer register for future use.

ENQUIRIES : Technical Related Enquiries: Ms L Masia Tel No: (010) 493 2532
HR Related Enquiries: Mr K Mphela Tel No: (010) 493 2527
APPLICATIONS : Applications can be sent via email to 2026/156/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
NOTE : The Organisation will give preference to candidates in line with the
Employment Equity goals.

SENIOR ORGANISATIONAL DEVELOPMENT PRACTITIONER

POST 38/217 : SENIOR ORGANISATIONAL DEVELOPMENT PRACTITIONER REF NO:
2026/155/OCJ
SALARY : R413 001 – R486 501 per annum (Level 08). The successful candidate will be
required to sign a performance agreement
CENTRE : National Office: Midrand

REQUIREMENTS : Applicants should be in possession of a National Diploma in Management
Services/ Operations Management/Production Management/ equivalent
qualification at NQF level six (6) with 360 credits as recognised by SAQA. A
minimum of two (2) years’ experience in the Organisational Development field.
A valid driver’s license will serve as added advantage. Knowledge and skills:
Good knowledge of organisational design, frameworks, practices, and
processes in the Public service. Knowledge of Public Service Acts, Public
Service Regulations, Operations Management Framework, OrgPlus,
Organisational Design, process and work study techniques, Job Evaluation
Processes and Batho Pele Principles. Skilled in Practical Knowledge of
Computer, presentation, Report Writing and Project Management Skills.

DUTIES : Conduct work study investigations, analyse information gathered during work
investigations, conduct functional analysis and develop post establishment
structure, cost structure in line with MTEF, compile work study report with
relevant recommendations, communicate the outcome of reports to relevant
stakeholders, maintain and update the organisational structure database.
Develop/ review job descriptions for all posts in the department, conduct job
analysis, conduct research/ benchmark on the latest trends within the ambit of
OD, align coordinated job descriptions with the scope of the organization,
facilitate the signing-off of the job description and develop/update the job
description database. Compile acknowledgement letters for JE request, gather
and analyse the relevant documents, conduct the job evaluation interview and
capture information on JE system, provide secretariat support services to the
Job Evaluation panel committee, communicate JE results to the relevant
stakeholders, update the Job Evaluation database and attend to Job
Evaluation related enquiries. Conduct analysis on the need for change
management, participate in the development and implementation of Change
Management Strategies, co-ordinate the implementation of Change
Management processes, facilitate group sessions and discussions in
workshops, serve as the change champion and report on progress of change
management initiatives. Implement approved posts request in line with
legislations on PERSAL (inclusive creation of posts) and on the organizational
structure, advise all stakeholders on posts enquiries; coordinate amendments
of post details on the system according to the structure and the staff
establishment in consultation with PERSAL Controller, provide reports and
data for completion of HRBP Tool and COE budget as well as expenditure.
Ensure a proper filling system for all the records, keep an updated submission
excel database, update the database, update the project dashboard and render
secretarial services to the meetings within the unit.

ENQUIRIES : Technical Related Enquiries: Mr E Motsuenyane Tel No: (010) 493 2529
HR Related Enquiries: Mr K Mphela Tel No: (010) 493 2527
APPLICATIONS : Applications can be sent via email to 2026/155/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
NOTE : The Organisation will give preference to candidates in line with the
Employment Equity goals.

POST 38/216 : JUNIOR DEVELOPER REF NO: 2026/154/OCJ (X2 POSTS)

SALARY : R413 001 – R486 501 per annum (Level 08). The successful candidate will be
required to sign a performance agreement
CENTRE : National Office Midrand

REQUIREMENTS : An applicant should be in possession of a National Diploma in IT/Software
Development/equivalent qualification at NQF level six (6) as recognised by
SAQA. A minimum of two (2) years of experience in the relevant field. A valid
driver’s license will serve as an added advantage. Knowledge and skills: Solid
knowledge in programming applications, experience (UX) and client-side
technologies including XML, HTML5, CSS, PHP, JQuery and JSON and mobile
frameworks, knowledge of programming language and technical terminology,
knowledge in Microsoft SharePoint development, knowledge and experience
in Azure and CRM Dynamics, Web and mobile technologies experience with
User, knowledge and understanding of C/C++, Visual, Basic, C#. Java, XML,
Angular and any BI reporting tool, read and understand existing complex
coding languages and its intended functionality and testing frameworks for
APIs. Skilled in Problem solving, project management, communication (written
and oral), Financial Management, Strategic skills, analytical skills, report
writing, presentation, planning and organising and computer literacy, (Word,
PowerPoint & Excel,).

DUTIES : Design and develop technical specifications for single or multiple software,
design, develop and customize software solutions in line with the software
development life cycle management methodology, conduct code reviews,
maintain IT software solutions once they are in production environment and
back up files from back end to local directories for recovery. Develop test plan,
test cases and communication plan, participate in the User Acceptance Testing
process, prepare deployment guide for approval, report development progress,
results and key metrics. Deliver quality solutions in line with the business case,
evaluate code to ensure it meets industry standards, apply software
development principles in all developed applications, provide quality assurance
report to all the relevant stakeholders and initiate Change Management
procedure to deploy the developed application to production. Create, maintain
and review developer documentations, disseminate knowledge of existing
functionality and new functional requirements. Edit, write, design application
content and store all Development code in the appropriate library.

ENQUIRIES : Technical Related Enquiries: Mr N Mngomezulu Tel No: (010) 493 2544
HR Related Enquiries: Mr K Mphela Tel No: (010) 493 2527
APPLICATIONS : Applications can be sent via email to 2026/154/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
NOTE : The Organisation will give preference to candidates in line with the
Employment Equity goals.

POST 38/215 : JUNIOR FUNCTIONAL APPLICATION SUPPORT REF NO: 2026/153/OCJ

SALARY : R413 001 – R486 501 per annum (Level 08). The successful candidate will be
required to sign a performance agreement
CENTRE : National Office: Midrand

REQUIREMENTS : Applicants should be in possession of a National Diploma in Information
Technology/ Computer Science/ relevant equivalent qualification at NQF level
six (6) as recognised by SAQA. A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in the
relevant field. A valid driver’s license will serve as an added advantage.
Knowledge and skills: Knowledge and experience of systems maintenance and
support, Software integration testing, system integration testing, user
acceptance, Functional and non-functional specifications development, Testing
and implementation of acceptance testing procedures, understanding of
enterprise business systems, Software configuration/release principles,
System implementation methodologies, customer relationship management,
Business continuity, disaster recovery procedures and Knowledge of Batho
Pele Principles. Skilled in Technical, problem solving, time management,
communication, presentation, report Writing, project management,
interpersonal skills, planning and organising skills.

DUTIES : Provide second line support by solving operation incidents, conduct system
testing in various environments, analyse functional application issues and
make recommendations for potential enhancements, draft a detailed test plan
before any enhancements are undertaken and provide feedback and progress
on standing issues. Identify complex issues that require escalation to third line
support, System/application performance and identify potential issues
proactively, conduct system and user acceptance testing on various
environments, contribute to the development and maintenance of technical and
support documentation, provide support in the development of ICT technical
and operational specifications for implementation. Conduct user access
reviews. Provide user training and user access on applications, provide
technical guidance to users on application features, functionality and basic
troubleshooting steps, provide application updates and deployments for
smooth transition and minimal disruption to users, administer and allocate roles
and permissions and provide user training and user access on applications,
contribute to the development and maintenance of technical and support
documentation. Maintain accurate records in accordance with Departmental
protocols. Monitor and follow up on the incident logged and liaise with endusers regarding incident logged, respond to user reported issues through
various channels, provide support in implementing solutions based on
documented procedures and knowledge base articles and configure audit roles
and responsibilities when it is required.

ENQUIRIES : Technical Related Enquiries: Mr N Mngomezulu Tel No: (010) 493 2544
HR Related Enquiries: Mr K Mphela Tel No: (010) 493 2527
APPLICATIONS : Applications can be sent via email to 2026/153/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
NOTE : The Organisation will give preference to candidates in line with the
Employment Equity goals

POST 38/214 : JUNIOR SYSTEMS TESTER REF NO: 2026/152/OCJ

SALARY : R413 001 – R486 501 per annum (Level 08). The successful candidate will be
required to sign a performance agreement
CENTRE : National Office: Midrand

REQUIREMENTS : Applicants should be in possession of a National Diploma in Information
Technology/ Computer Science/ relevant equivalent qualification at NQF level
six (6) as recognised by SAQA. A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in the
relevant field. A valid driver’s license will serve as added advantage.
Knowledge and skills: Knowledge and understanding of Programming, Quality
Management, Software/Hardware Testing and Project management.
knowledge of Corporate Governance of ICT Policy Framework, Test
Methodologies in relation to the implementation of SDLC (Waterfall and Agile)
Methodologies and Testing Techniques, Quality Management and
Programming and Batho Pele Principles. Skilled in problem solving, analytical
skills, communication, computer literacy, interpersonal skills, technical skills,
planning and organising, project management, presentation, report writing and
time management skills

DUTIES : Collect the raw material: The total no. of defects (for a release/build/cycle),
provide support in calculating the average no. of defects/Functional area,
provide support in measuring percentage of an application’s code or
functionalities that are tested by automated tests, provide support in measuring
the efficiency of automated testing efforts in identifying defects and provide
support in measuring performance that reflects how long it takes to run a
complete suite of automated tests. Update list of testable requirements,
perform test requirements using test actions, provide support in coordinating
development of test cases, ensure correspondence between system
requirements and test cases, provide support in maintaining test cases and
test scripts. Test documentation, facilitate post deployment, verify post
deployment results, provide support in performance monitoring across
development cycles and analyse delays by tracking trends in team productivity.
Determine non-conformances and performance quality management
processes of systems, verify if the systems meet the requirements and function
correctly, verify if data trends improve processes of product innovation and
reduce costs and verify if software results assist management to make
strategic decision. Identify and report potential issues that affect end-users,
provide support in the analysis of software defects, escalate software defects
to appropriate team members, provide support in performing continuous
software testing integrates and verify if the system is functional.

ENQUIRIES : Technical Related Enquiries: Mr N Mngomezulu Tel No: (010) 493 2544
HR Related Enquiries: Mr K Mphela Tel No: (010) 493 2527
APPLICATIONS : Applications can be sent via email to 2026/152/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
NOTE : The Organisation will give preference to candidates in line with the
Employment Equity goals.

POST 38/213 : PRINCIPAL LIBRARIAN REF NO: 2026/151/OCJ

SALARY : R413 001 – R486 501 per annum (Level 08). The successful candidate will be
required to sign a performance agreement.
CENTRE : Supreme Court of Appeal: Bloemfontein

REQUIREMENTS : Applicants should be in possession of a National Diploma in Library Science,
Information Science or equivalent qualification at NQF level six (6) with 360
credits as recognised by SAQA. A minimum of two (2) years’ relevant
experience in library services. Experience in a legal/law library will serve as an
added advantage. Knowledge and skills: Knowledge of library and information
science matters, library prescripts, legislation, procedures and processes,
knowledge of online databases, understanding of information management
and retrieval of information. Skilled in research and analytical skills,
communication (written and verbal), computer literacy (MS Office), planning
and organising, accuracy and attention to detail. Interpersonal skills; problems
solving; report writing, ability to work under pressure and independently.

DUTIES : Monitor the collection, cataloguing and publications of library materials within
the court, identify and select the relevant material to be procured at the court
library in accordance with library policies and guidelines; assess the relevance
and currency of the library collection and make recommendations for additions,
removals, or updates, organise and catalogue legal materials to ensure easy
retrieval by legal professionals; apply appropriate classification systems and
metadata to enhance the accessibility of the collection and barcoding of library
material; monitor the usage of library information resources both hard copies
and soft copies (online resources), monitor serial publications, receiving of
amendments and updating of loose-leaf subscriptions and binders. Facilitate
the submission of standing orders for the court, monitor the rendering of library
and information services to judiciary, monitor circulation desk services and
helpdesk roster, implement digital tools and technologies to enhance
information retrieval processes, keep updated on emerging technologies
relevant to legal research and library management and integrate into the
library’s operations, monitor the digital resources, including electronic
databases, legal research tools, and online subscriptions, facilitate interlibrary
loans to ensure access to materials not available within the court’s own
collection, monitor the circulation of delivered judgments in both PDF and Word
version to publishers and external stakeholders on request, ensure the
circulation of finalised judgments of interest to other judges; provide reference
assistance and library awareness within the court, provide reference
assistance to judges, lawyers, court staff, and the public, provide support with
legal research, citation verification and locating relevant legal precedents,
conduct training sessions for legal professionals on effective legal research
methods and the use of legal databases, keep legal professionals informed
about recent developments in the law through newsletters, alerts, and other
current awareness services, advocate for the importance of the library within
the court system and promote awareness of its resources and services.
Coordinate and monitor effective library administration, coordinate library
services staff meetings, provide support in the coordination of Library
Committee meetings, provide support in the facilitation of online trainings by
Juta, LexisNexis and Sabinet for judges, judges’ secretaries, registrars and law
researchers, monitor quarterly budget allocations for the library; coordinate and
monitor the procurement process with supply chain management for new
purchases, monitor internal asset verification schedule and assets register,
coordinate and monitor the disposal of approved library publications for
donations. Supervision of staff.

ENQUIRIES : Technical related enquiries: Mr. V.Z.J Zwane Tel No: (051) 492 4623
HR related enquiries: Ms D.S.J Peters Tel No: (051) 492 4523
APPLICATIONS : Applications can be sent via email to 2026/151/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