Registrar’s Clerk Vacancy at Office of the Chief Justice: Grade 12 Accepted

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The Office of the Chief Justice is inviting applications for a Registrar’s Clerk vacancy at the Land Court in Randburg. This opportunity is suitable for applicants with a Grade 12 certificate, and no previous work experience is required.

This is a good opportunity for candidates who are interested in court administration, case records, filing systems, registry work and public service administration.

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Registrar’s Clerk Vacancy at Office of the Chief Justice

Position: Registrar’s Clerk
Department: Office of the Chief Justice
Reference Number: 2026/64/OCJ
Centre: Land Court, Randburg
Salary: R237 453 – R279 708 per annum
Salary Level: Level 5
Closing Date: 10 July 2026

The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement.

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must have a Grade 12 certificate.

No experience is required for this post, making it a suitable opportunity for entry-level applicants who want to gain experience in the public service and court administration environment.

A valid driver’s license will be an added advantage.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a pre-entry practical exercise as part of the assessment process. This will help determine whether the candidate is suitable for the technical and general requirements of the post.

Knowledge and Skills Required

Applicants should have knowledge or understanding of the following areas:

Registry processes and procedures
Filing systems
Storage and retrieval of records
Mail procedures
Public Service legislative frameworks
Promotion of Access to Information Act
National Archives procedures
Batho Pele Principles
Microsoft Office computer skills

Candidates should also have good communication skills, numeracy skills, interpersonal skills, administrative skills, problem-solving skills and time management skills.

The ideal candidate should be accurate, self-motivated, flexible, able to work independently, pay attention to detail and work well as part of a team.

Duties and Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting court registry and case management functions.

Key duties include:

Registering and allocating case numbers to pleadings and court documents received
Ensuring that files have been served to all relevant parties
Drawing up files for litigants and attorneys
Updating files with return of service or proof of service documents
Safekeeping and disposing of case records according to procedures
Retrieving requested files and making them available to requesters
Attending to queries from parties and members of the public
Recording documents received
Ensuring systematic recording of court files
Keeping records of file requests received from litigants
Attending to case management and set-down notices
Implementing case management practices
Completing and filing movement sheets
Monitoring files and records according to case management procedures
Maintaining registers for filing and archiving
Complying with telephone and leave policies
Submitting leave forms to HR for compliance
Preparing and signing a performance agreement timeously

How to Apply

Applications must be sent by email to:

2026/64/OCJ@judiciary.org.za

Applicants should use the correct reference number when applying:

Ref No: 2026/64/OCJ

Enquiries

For technical enquiries, contact:

Ms N Mhlambi
Tel: 010 493 6316

For HR-related enquiries, contact:

Ms T Mbalekwa
Tel: 010 494 8515

Closing Date

The closing date for applications is 10 July 2026.

Applicants are encouraged to apply before the closing date and ensure that all required documents are submitted correctly.

Final Thoughts

The Registrar’s Clerk vacancy at the Office of the Chief Justice is a valuable opportunity for Grade 12 holders who want to work in a professional court environment. Since no experience is required, this post may be ideal for candidates looking to start a career in administration, registry support or public service.