Office of the Chief Justice Vacancies โ€“ Apply by 15 August 2025

Office of the Chief Justice Vacancies โ€“ Apply by 15 August 2025

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Job Opportunities: Office of the Chief Justice โ€“ Apply by 15 August 2025

Location: Gauteng & Western Cape
Closing Date: 15 August 2025
Application Method: Submit a completed new Z83 form and comprehensive CV only in PDF format (one file) quoting the correct reference number, position, and office location in the subject line.

  • Gauteng applications:
    Email to: 2025/201/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
    OR hand deliver to: Office of the Chief Justice, 12th Floor, Cnr Pritchard and Kruis Street, Johannesburg
  • Western Cape applications:
    Email to: 2025/199/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
    OR hand deliver to: Office of the Chief Justice, 30 Queen Victoria Street, Cape Town
  • National Office (Midrand):
    Hand deliver to: Office of the Chief Justice, Human Resource Management, 188 14th Road, Noordwyk, Midrand
    OR post to: The Director: HR, Private Bag X10, Marshalltown, 2107

1. Human Resource Clerk โ€“ Ref No: 2025/201/OCJ

Centre: Provincial Service Centre: Gauteng
Salary: R228 321 โ€“ R268 950 per annum (Level 05)

Requirements:

-Grade 12 (NQF Level 4); NQF Level 6 in HR or related field is an advantage

-Good communication, time management, planning, typing and computer skills

-Basic knowledge of Public Service Act and Regulations

Key Duties:

-Process HR transactions: appointments, transfers, training, terminations, etc.

-Capture and implement changes on PERSAL system

-Administer HR support related to leave, pensions, injury on duty

Enquiries: Ms T Mbalekwa โ€“ (010) 494 8515

2. Senior Court Interpreter โ€“ Ref No: 2025/200/OCJ

Centre: Gauteng Division of the High Court: Johannesburg
Salary: R325 101 โ€“ R382 959 per annum (Level 07)

Requirements:

  • Grade 12 with 10 yearsโ€™ experience in court interpreting OR
  • National Diploma (NQF 6) in Legal Interpreting with 3 yearsโ€™ experience
  • Proficiency in multiple languages (including sign language or foreign languages) is an advantage
  • Valid driverโ€™s license is an added benefit

Key Duties:

  • Provide interpreting services in courts and consultations
  • Translate legal documents
  • Assist with court record reconstruction and administrative functions

Enquiries: Ms T Mbalekwa โ€“ (010) 494 8515

3. Judgeโ€™s Secretary (x3 Posts, 12-Month Contract) โ€“ Ref No: 2025/199/OCJ

Centre: Western Cape Division of the High Court: Cape Town
Salary: R325 101 โ€“ R382 959 per annum (Level 07) + 37% in lieu of benefits

Requirements:

  • Grade 12 with minimum 2 yearsโ€™ secretarial experience
  • Legal or court experience is an advantage
  • LLB/Bachelor of Laws (or progress towards it) is an advantage
  • Strong typing, administrative, communication, and time management skills
  • Valid driverโ€™s license is beneficial

Key Duties:

  • Provide legal and secretarial support to Judges in court and chambers
  • Manage appointments, type judgments, record court proceedings
  • Prepare court stats, travel arrangements, update court files
  • Maintain Judgeโ€™s library, assets, and case records

Enquiries:

  • Technical: Ms N Chwethiso โ€“ (021) 480 2411
  • HR: Mr SD Hlongwane โ€“ (021) 469 4032

Employment Equity:
Preference will be given to Women, Youth, and Persons with Disabilities, in line with the Officeโ€™s equity goals.

Important Notes:

  • Use the new Z83 form only (available at www.judiciary.org.za or www.dpsa.gov.za)
  • Only shortlisted applicants will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and undergo personnel suitability checks
  • Late or incomplete applications will not be considered
  • Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted โ€“ if no response within 3 months, consider your application unsuccessful

Take the next step in your legal or administrative career โ€“ apply now to be part of South Africaโ€™s judiciary system.

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