Office of the Chief Justice Registrar’s Clerk Vacancy: No Experience Required in Durban
Office of the Chief Justice Registrar’s Clerk Vacancy: No Experience Required in Durban
The Office of the Chief Justice (OCJ) is inviting applications for a Registrar’s Clerk vacancy at the KwaZulu-Natal Local Division of the High Court in Durban.
This opportunity could be particularly suitable for job seekers looking to enter the public service because no previous work experience is required. Applicants only need to have a Grade 12 certificate, while a valid driver’s licence will be considered an added advantage.
The successful candidate will earn between R237 453 and R279 708 per annum on Salary Level 05.
Applications must be submitted before the closing date of 24 August 2026.
Office of the Chief Justice Registrar’s Clerk Vacancy Overview
- Employer: Office of the Chief Justice
- Position: Registrar’s Clerk
- Reference Number: 2026/94/OCJ
- Salary: R237 453 – R279 708 per annum
- Salary Level: Level 05
- Location: Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
- Centre: KwaZulu-Natal Local Division of the High Court
- Minimum Qualification: Grade 12
- Experience Required: No experience required
- Closing Date: 24 August 2026
The successful candidate will also be required to sign a performance agreement.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants interested in the Registrar’s Clerk position must have a Grade 12 certificate.
No previous work experience is required, making this an accessible opportunity for qualifying applicants seeking to build experience within the South African judicial and public service environment.
A valid driver’s licence will be an added advantage but is not listed as a compulsory requirement.
Knowledge and Skills
Candidates should have or demonstrate an understanding of administrative and registry-related procedures.
Knowledge in the following areas will be beneficial:
- Registry processes and practices
- Storage and retrieval procedures
- Public Service legislative frameworks
- Filing systems
- Mail procedures
- Promotion of Access to Information legislation
- National Archives requirements
- Batho Pele Principles
- General working procedures within an administrative environment
Applicants should also have good:
- Computer literacy, including Microsoft Office
- Written and verbal communication skills
- Numeracy skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Problem-solving abilities
- Analytical skills
- Time-management skills
- Administrative skills
What Will the Registrar’s Clerk Do?
The successful candidate will provide clerical and administrative support within the court environment.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Performing general clerical and administrative duties within the court.
- Registering and allocating case numbers to pleadings and court documents received.
- Ensuring files have been served on all relevant parties.
- Preparing and drawing up files for litigants and attorneys.
- Updating files with returns of service and proof of service.
- Handling requests for court files.
- Retrieving requested files and making them available to authorised requesters.
- Responding to queries from litigants, parties and members of the public.
- Recording documents received by the court.
- Maintaining systematic records of court files.
- Keeping records of requests received from litigants.
- Providing case management support.
- Attending to case management matters and set-down notices.
- Implementing appropriate case management practices.
- Completing and filing file movement sheets.
- Monitoring files and records in accordance with case management procedures.
- Providing administrative support to the Registrar.
- Submitting leave forms to Human Resources for compliance purposes.
- Maintaining registers used for filing and archiving.
- Following telephone and leave-management procedures.
- Completing and signing performance agreements within the required timeframes.
- Safekeeping and disposing of case records according to applicable procedures.
Shortlisting and Assessments
Shortlisted candidates should be prepared to undergo two pre-entry assessments.
The first assessment will be a practical exercise designed to determine whether the candidate is suitable for the technical and general requirements of the position.
The second will be an integrity or ethical conduct assessment.
Applicants should therefore make sure that the information submitted in their applications is accurate and that they are prepared for the recruitment and assessment process.
How to Apply for the OCJ Registrar’s Clerk Vacancy
Applications for this vacancy can be submitted by email.
Application email: 2026/94/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
Applicants should ensure they quote the correct reference number:
Reference Number: 2026/94/OCJ
Before submitting your application, carefully check that all required information and supporting documents are included and that the correct vacancy reference number is used.
Enquiries
For questions relating specifically to the duties or technical requirements of the position, applicants may contact:
Technical Enquiries:
Mrs K Marais
Telephone: (031) 492 5562
For Human Resources-related enquiries:
HR Enquiries:
Ms SZ Mvuyana
Telephone: (031) 493 1723
Closing Date
The closing date for applications is:
24 August 2026
Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications before the deadline rather than waiting until the final day.
Employment Equity
The Office of the Chief Justice has indicated that preference may be given to candidates in line with the organisation’s Employment Equity goals.
Why This Vacancy May Be Worth Considering
The Registrar’s Clerk vacancy offers an opportunity for applicants with Grade 12 and no previous work experience to pursue employment within the Office of the Chief Justice.
With a salary of R237 453 to R279 708 per annum, the position may appeal to matriculants and other entry-level job seekers who meet the requirements and are interested in administrative work within the court environment.
Interested applicants should prepare their applications carefully and submit them to 2026/94/OCJ@judiciary.org.za before 24 August 2026.
