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.

CLOSING DATE : 11 July 2025

APPLICATIONS : Free State/Supreme Court of Appeal: 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

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
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 process

POST 22/94 : HANDYMAN, REF NO: 2025/156/OCJ

SALARY : R163 680 – R192 810.per annum. The successful candidate will be required
to sign a performance agreement.
CENTRE : Supreme Court Of Appeal

REQUIREMENTS : Grade 10 (Abet level 3) or equivalent qualification. Grade 12 and a qualification
in plumbing, electrical or carpentry will be an added advantage. General
maintenance experience will be an added advantage. Skills and
Competencies: Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
Knowledge on how to operate hand and power tools. Knowledge of building
infrastructure layouts. Computer literacy. Communication skills. Ability to work
as part of a team. Reliability. Problem solving skills. Innovation. Ability to work
independently.

DUTIES : Perform minor general building maintenance. Attend to minor plumbing,
electrical and general handyman duties. Conduct routine inspections of the
building on a weekly and monthly basis. Report unauthorized movement of
equipment. Report all damage to property and assets.

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 4585
APPLICATIONS : Applications can be sent via email at 2025/156/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
NOTE : The Organisation will give preference to candidates in line with the employment
equity goals.

POST 22/93 : REGISTRAR, REF NO: 2025/155/OCJ (2 POSTS)

SALARY : MR3: R324 579 – R371 121.per annum
MR4: R388 392 – R444 075.per annum
MR5: R464 634 – R1 111 323.per annum. 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 : Supreme Court Of Appeal
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 Related Enquiries: Ms S.R Basson Tel No: (051) 492 4623
HR Related Enquiries: Ms N. de la Rey Tel No: (051) 492 4523
APPLICATIONS : Applications can be sent via email at 2025/155/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
NOTE : The Organisation will give preference to candidates in line with the employment
equity goals

POST 22/92 : JUDGES SECRETARY, REF NO: 2025/154/OCJ (12 POSTS)

SALARY : R325 101 – R382 959 per annum (Level 7). The successful candidate will be
required to sign a performance agreement.
CENTRE : Supreme Court of Appeal
SALARY : R325 101 – R382 959.per annum

REQUIREMENTS : Grade twelve (12) certificate, a minimum of 20 modules completed towards an
LLB or Bachelor Law Degree and results must accompany the application. A
minimum of two (2) years secretarial experience. A valid driver’s license. LLB
Degree will serve as an added advantage. Exposure in the SCA court
environment will be an added advantage. 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 detail. Customer care
service skills and excellent typing skills. Confidentiality and time management.
Computer literacy (MS Office) and research capabilities.

DUTIES : To ensure attendance and screening of all incoming and outgoing calls. To
ensure that the appointments and meetings of the judge are diarized. To
ensure that the judgments are typed and correspondences are filed accordingly
in the right sections. To ensure that signed judgments and orders handed down
in court or virtually are sent to the typist and the library (judgment only). To
ensure that all visitors are received, screened and their queries are attended
to. To ensure that all incoming and outgoing documents are recorded and filed.
To ensure that stationery for the judge is ordered and collected. To ensure that
the court files are ready and the judge has all documents in the file on time as
per duty roster. To ensure that all files received from various section(s) are
verified by the Registrar of that section. To ensure that the reviews register is
up to date and signed on receipt and return of reviews to the Review Clerk. To
ensure that the register/template of the reserved judgment is updated notifying
the Statistics Officer as well as the office of the 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. Informing
parties involved via e-mail and or telephonically of time and date when
reserved judgments will be handed down, further notifying them of how the
judgment will be handed down. To ensure that the bench book of the judge is
prepared and files are in court before the court starts or before the judge enters
the court. To ensure that all cases are called and recorded as per court roll.
Calling the case number and the parties’ names on record before judge can
allow parties to start with their matters. 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 the judge in court. To ensure that all travel and
accommodation arrangements are in order and made on time. To ensure that
the judge’s logbook is submitted on or before the 5th of every month to the
Transport Officer. To ensure that the car is booked for either maintenance
and/or service. To remind the judge of the invoices so that the submission of
the S&T claims can be processed. To ensure the submissions of cell phone
and data claims for process purposes. To ensure that court roll(s) is submitted
to the Statistical Officer. Adhere to prescripts, policies, procedures and
guidelines.

ENQUIRIES : Technical enquiries: Ms M.D Maluleke Tel No: (051) 492 4623
HR Enquiries: Ms N. de la Rey Tel No: (051) 492 4523
APPLICATIONS : Applications can be sent via email at 2025/154/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
NOTE : The Organisation will give preference to candidates in line with the employment
equity goals.

POST 22/91 : LAW RESEARCHER, REF NO: 2025/153/OCJ (13 POSTS)

SALARY : R468 459 – R551 823 per annum (Level 9). The successful candidate will be
required to sign a performance

CENTRE : Supreme Court of Appeal (SCA)

REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 Certificate. LLB degree or a four-year recognized legal qualification.
A minimum of three (3) years legal research experience. Sound knowledge of
domestic and international legal databases. A valid driver’s license. Exposure
in the SCA court environment will be an added advantage. LLM will be an
added advantage Skills and Competencies: Excellent research and analytical
skills; Report writing and editing skills; Excellent communication skills (written
and verbal); Understanding of the Constitution and relevant legislation;
Computer literacy (MS Word, Outlook and Internet); Ability to access and utilize
computer research programmes (Westlaw, LexisNexis, Jutastat); Planning and
organizing; Ability to integrate knowledge from diverse sources; Accuracy and
attention to detail; Interpersonal skills; Problems solving skills; Ability to work
under pressure; Ability to work independently. 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 : Perform all legal duties for the judges to enable them to prepare judgments.
Research and retrieve all material from all sources in both hard copy and
electronic format on legal issues, as requested by judges. Read all the relevant
material and analyse it thoroughly. Discuss all possible variations on a legal
point with colleagues and/or the judge. Prepare a comprehensive
memorandum on the outcome of the research. Proofread all judgments,
articles, speeches and conference papers. Verify all references and footnotes
in all judgments and legal articles against the original text for correctness.
Correct documents with the help of track changes to allow for the
acceptance/rejection of the proposed changes. Drafting speeches, conference
notes and legal articles. Monitoring and bringing to the attention of judges of
the court recent developments in case law and jurisprudence. Provide support
to court personnel with research related queries as assigned.

ENQUIRIES : Technical Related Enquiries: Ms S. Collins Tel No: (051) 492 4623
HR Related Enquiries; Ms N. de la Rey Tel No: (051) 492 4585
APPLICATIONS : Applications can be sent via email at 2025/153/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
NOTE : The Organization will give preference to candidates in line with the
departmental employment equity goals.

We wish you all the best with your applications