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DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE AND CONSTITUTIONAL DEVELOPMENT 
 
The DOJ&CD 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 (Act No: 108 of 1996), the Employment Equity imperatives as defined by the Employment Equity Act, 1998 (Act No: 55 of 1998) and relevant Human Resources policies of the Department will be taken into consideration. 
 
CLOSING DATE : 18 November 2019 
 
 
NOTE : Applications must be submitted on Form Z83, obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.gov.za. A Z83 form & CV must be accompanied by original certified copies of qualifications, identity document and a driver’s license where necessary. A SAQA evaluation report must accompany foreign qualifications. Applications that do not comply with the above mentioned requirements will not be considered. All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical and competency assessment. Candidate will complete a financial disclosure form and also be required to undergo a security clearance. Foreigners or dual citizenship holder must provide the Police Clearance certificate from country of origin. Reasonable accommodation shall be applied for People with Disabilities including where driver’s license is a requirement. Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If you do not hear from us within 3 months of this advertisement, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful. The department reserves the right not to fill these positions. Women and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply and preference will be given to the EE Target. 
 
 
 
OTHER POSTS
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: COURT OPERATIONS REF NO: 19/85/FS 
SALARY : R376 596 – R443 601 per annum. The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement. 
CENTRES : Magistrate’s Offices, Bethlehem 
 
REQUIREMENTS : A 3 year qualification in Administration and/or a National Diploma in Services Management (NQF level 5) plus the module in Case Flow Management or equivalent qualification; 3 year’s Managerial or Supervisory experience; A valid driver’s licence. Knowledge of and experience in office and district administration; Knowledge of financial management and the PFMA; Skills and Competencies: Strong leadership and management capabilities; Strategic capabilities; Good communication (written and verbal); Computer Literacy. 
 
DUTIES : Key Performance Areas: Manage the strategic and business planning processes Implement the departmental policies at the courts; Co-ordinate and manage the financial and supply chain management (including service level agreements) and human resources of the office; Co-ordinate and manage risk and security in the court; Manage the facility, physical resources, information and communication related to courts; Manage the communication and relations with the internal and external stake holders; Compile and analyze court statistics to show performance and trends; Support case flow management at the court; Compile annual performance and statutory reports to the relevant users; Develop and implement customer service improvement strategies; Lead and manage the transformation of the office. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms M Dywili Tel No: (051) 407 1800. 
APPLICATIONS : Please direct your application to: The Regional Head, Private Bag X20578, Bloemfontein, 9300.OR Physical Address: 53 Colonial Building, Charlotte Maxeke Street, Bloemfontein, 9300. 
 
 
 
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: FACILITIES MANAGEMENT REF NO: 43/19/LMP 
SALARY : R376 596 – R443 601 per annum. The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement. 
CENTRE : Regional Office, Limpopo 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate three year National Diploma/degree or equivalent qualification (Building, Electrical and Civil Engineering or related field; Three years facilities and Auxiliary services experience; A valid driver’s license. Skills and Competencies: Supervisory and Management experience; Project Management; Good Financial Management skills; Strong communications skills with the ability to motivate and direct people; Strategic and conceptual orientation; Team oriented and results driven; Interpersonal relations and customer orientation; Creative and analytical; Problem solving and conflict management; Continual learning and information search; Accuracy and attention to detail; People Management skills.
 
DUTIES : Key Performance Areas: Assist with the management and co-ordinate planning for Capital Works and Maintenance for infrastructure; Liaise with the Department of Public Works (DPW) on Capital Works and upgrading of infrastructure; Liaise with Area/Court Managers and Facilities Co-ordinators on additional infrastructure requirements and maintenance requirements; Assist with the implementation of OHS Act as well as physical security upgrade; Assist with development of asset management strategy and compilation of plans; Assist with the development of maintenance strategy and compilation of reports; Assist with development and management of the implementation of norms and standards; Compilation of budget and reports; Responsible for provision and management of leased accommodation; Co-ordinate and process applications for day-to-day maintenance. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms. Mongalo MP. Tel No: (015) 287 2037 Ms. Phalane MR. Tel No: (015) 287 2036 
APPLICATIONS : Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your application to: Postal address: The Regional Head, Department of Justice & Constitutional Development, Private Bag x9526, Polokwane 0700 OR Physical address: Reception area, Limpopo Regional Office, 92 Bok Street, Polokwane, 0700. 
 



LEGAL ADMINISTRATION OFFICER (MR1-MR4) REF NO: 2019/103/GP 
SALARY : R198 411 – R351 795 per annum (Salary will be in accordance with OSD determination). The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement 
CENTRE : Regional Office Gauteng 
 
REQUIREMENTS : LLB degree or 4 year recognized legal qualification; At least 5 years’ post graduate legal experience; A sound knowledge of the South African Legal system; An understanding of the principles of Batho Pele, Victim’s Charter and Restorative Justice; A valid driver’s license and the willingness to travel; Knowledge on the implementation of legislation affecting vulnerable groups; Proficiency in isiZulu will be an added advantage. Skills and Competencies: Computer literacy, including the ability to prepare Power-point presentations and use Excel; Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written); Public education, awareness and training; Good inter-personal and inter-cultural relations and ability to liaise with senior officials; Problem solving skills; Ability to analyze statistics; Report writing skills; Minutes taking skills; Time management skills; Accuracy and attention to detail. 
 
DUTIES : Key Performance Areas: Conduct outreach events on various pieces of legislation; Ensure that the strategic responsibilities in respect of Small Claims Courts, Equality Courts, Regional Civil Courts and Restorative Justice are met; Ensure the implementation of Victim’s Charter in the Province; Respond to petitions, representations and complaints from civil society and other Government Departments; Deal with the disposal, recovery and mitigation of losses; Deal with statutory appointments e.g. commissioners of oaths. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms RR Moabelo Tel No: (011) 332 9000 
APPLICATIONS : Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your application to: The Regional Office Gauteng; Private Bag X6, Johannesburg, 2000 Or Physical Address: Regional Office Gauteng – Department of Justice and Constitutional Development 7th Floor Schreiner Chambers, Corner Pritchard and Kruis Street, Johannesburg. 
 
 
 
 
 
MAINTENANCE OFFICERS (MR-1 – MR-3) (X3 POSTS) 
SALARY : R198 411 – R332 823 per annum (Salary will be determined in accordance with the experience as outlined in terms of the Occupational Specific Dispensation for legally qualified personnel) The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement. 
CENTRE : Pixley Ka Seme District: Douglas Magistrates Court Ref No: 46/19/NC 
Namakwa District Springbok Magistrates Court Ref No: 47/19/NC 
Namakwa District Calvinia Magistrates Court Ref No: 48/19/NC 
 
REQUIREMENTS : LLB or an appropriate four year recognized legal qualification; Extensive knowledge of the maintenance system; Proficiency in at least two official languages; Knowledge’ of all services and procedures in the area of maintenance and other areas of family law: A valid driver’s license, and willing to travel extensively within the province and beyond. Skills and Competencies: Computer literacy (MS Office); Excellent Communication skills (written and verbal); Numeric skills; Communications skills; Facilitation and mediation skills: Supervisory skills: Litigation skills. 
 
DUTIES : Key Performance Areas: Perform duties or functions of a Maintenance Officer in terms of the Maintenance Act; obtain financial information for the purposes of maintenance enquiries; Guide maintenance investigators in the performance of their functions; Appear in the Maintenance Court and conduct proceedings in terms of the Maintenance Act; Implement Bench Orders. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms M Phiri Tel No: (053) 802 13000 
APPLICATIONS : Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your application to: Postal address: The Regional Head: Justice and Constitutional Development, Private Bag X6106, Kimberley, 8300. OR hand delivers at the New Public Buildings, (Magistrates Court) of Knight and Stead Streets, 7th floor, Kimberley, 8301. Email or faxed applications will not be considered.

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