Available Vacancies
1. Judge’s Secretary – Eastern Cape High Court, Makhanda
- Reference: 2025/241/OCJ
- Salary: R325 101 – R382 959 per annum
- Requirements:
- Grade 12 plus 1–3 years’ secretarial/office assistant experience
- Valid driver’s licence
- Minimum of 20 completed modules towards an LLB, BA, or BCom Law (advantageous)
- Excellent English proficiency, typing, and administrative skills
- Duties: Manage Judge’s diary, type judgments, maintain court files, and coordinate court proceedings.
- Apply: Email applications to 2025/241/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
2. Registrar – Pietermaritzburg High Court
- Reference: 2025/244/OCJ
- Salary: R324 579 – R1 111 323 per annum (MR3–MR5)
- Requirements:
- LLB degree or equivalent four-year legal qualification
- Driver’s licence
- Experience levels: MR3 (2 years), MR4 (8 years), MR5 (14 years) post-qualification
- Strong leadership, case management, and communication skills
- Duties: Manage case flow, issue court processes, supervise staff, authenticate legal signatures, and oversee case records.
- Apply: Email applications to 2025/244/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
3. Administration Clerk (CRT) – Mpumalanga Division, Mbombela
- Reference: 2025/245/OCJ
- Salary: R228 321 – R368 950 per annum
- Requirements:
- Matric (Diploma in Legal Studies advantageous)
- Valid driver’s licence
- Good administrative and computer literacy skills
- Duties: Support court recording processes, maintain statistics, and provide administrative assistance.
- Apply: Email applications to 2025/245/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
4. Administration Clerk (DCRS) – Pietermaritzburg High Court
- Reference: 2025/246/OCJ
- Salary: R228 321 – R268 950 per annum
- Requirements:
- Grade 12 (Diploma in relevant field advantageous)
- Computer literacy and good organisational skills
- Duties: Provide support for pre-recording of court proceedings, assist with administration, and collect statistics.
- Apply: Email applications to 2025/246/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
5. Accounting Clerk – Western Cape High Court, Cape Town
- Reference: 2025/247/OCJ
- Salary: R228 321 – R268 950 per annum
- Requirements:
- Grade 12 with Accounting and Mathematics
- No experience required (Finance/Accounting Diploma advantageous)
- Knowledge of PFMA, GRAP, and Treasury regulations
- Duties: Process payments, payroll administration, manage revenue, capture invoices, and prepare financial records.
- Apply: Email applications to 2025/247/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
6. Typist (x3 Posts) – Six-Month Contract
- References:
- 2025/248/OCJ – Makhanda (2 posts)
- 2025/249/OCJ – Gqeberha (1 post)
- Salary: R193 359 – R227 766 per annum plus 37% in lieu of benefits
- Requirements:
- Matric (NQF Level 4)
- Typing speed of at least 35 words per minute
- Computer literacy and strong communication skills
- Duties: Type court documents, manage files, assist administrative staff, and handle public queries.
- Apply:
- Makhanda: 2025/248/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
- Gqeberha: 2025/249/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
Application Information
- Closing Date: 7 October 2025
- Application Form: New Z83 (downloadable from www.judiciary.org.za or www.dpsa.gov.za)
- Documents Required: Comprehensive CV with updated referee details. Certified copies of qualifications will only be required from shortlisted candidates.
- Submission: Email addresses are provided under each vacancy. Applications submitted on the old Z83 form will not be considered.
Important Notes for Applicants
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within three months after the closing date.
- All successful candidates will undergo security clearance and must sign a performance agreement.
- The Office of the Chief Justice follows the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), ensuring applicants’ personal data is safeguarded and used solely for recruitment purposes.
These vacancies are a valuable opportunity for South Africans seeking careers within the justice system. Interested applicants are encouraged to prepare their documents carefully and submit applications before 7 October 2025.
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