DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE AND CONSTITUTIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Reasonable accommodation shall be applied for People with Disabilities including where drivers licence 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. 
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ERRATUM: Kindly note that the posts of Assistant Director Human Resources Management with Ref No: 40/19L/MP and Cluster Manager: Court Interpreting with Ref No: 29/19/LMP, advertised in the Public Service Vacancy Circular 24 dated 05 July 2019, the date has been extended from 22 July 2019 to 05 August 2019. 
 


 
MANAGEMENT ECHELON
 
 
REGIONAL HEAD REF NO: 19/99/CS 
SALARY: R1 251 183 – R1 495 956 per annum (All-inclusive remuneration package). The successful candidates will be required to sign a performance agreement. 
CENTRE: Regional Office: Cape Town 
 
REQUIREMENTS: An undergraduate qualification NQF7 in Social Science, B Com Law and / or Public Administration and Management; A post graduate qualification in Law or legal will be an added advantage; At least 6 years’ experience of which 5 years must be at senior managerial level; Relevant work experience in the field of Court/ Administration of justice/ Public Administration. Skills and Competencies: Strategic leadership capability; Programme and project management; Financial management; Change management; Knowledge management; Service delivery innovation; Problem solving and analysis; People management and empowerment; Client orientation and customer focus; Communication skills; Honesty and integrity. 
 
DUTIES: Key Performance Areas: Manage justice operations; Manage infrastructure, facilities, auxiliary services and ICT related services; Manage security service and monitor risk of all courts in the region; Manage and monitor justice stake holder sand customer relations; Provide effective people management. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Ms M. Kganyago Tel No: (012) 315 1844 
APPLICATIONS: Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your application to: Postal address: Human Resource: Justice and Constitutional Development, Private Bag X81, Pretoria, 0001. OR Physical address: Application Box, First Floor Reception, East Tower, Momentum Building, 329 Pretorius Street, Pretoria. 
 
NOTE: People with disabilities are encouraged to apply 
 
 
 
 
 
 
DIRECTOR: SECURITY MANAGEMENT REF NO: 19/84/COO 
SALARY: R1 057 326 – R1 245 495 per annum. (All inclusive remuneration packages). The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement. 
CENTRE: National Office: Pretoria 
 
REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification at least NQF Level 7; Minimum of ten 10 years’ experience in security management field of which 5 years must be at a middle/senior managerial level; Experience and / or expertise in crime prevention, intelligence, counter-intelligence or surveillance operations as well as understanding of threat assessments investigations; Comprehensive knowledge of criminal justice would be an added advantage; Knowledge of the MISS, MPSS and other applicable security legislation and regulations; A valid driver’s license. Skills and Competencies: Strategic Capabilities and Leadership; Project Management; Planning and Organizing; Financial and Change Management; Communication Skills (verbal and written); Computer Skills (MS Office), Presentation and Facilitation; Research and Knowledge Management; Service Delivery Innovation; Analytical and Problem solving; People management and Empowerment; Client Orientation and Customer focus. 
 
DUTIES: Key Performance Areas: Ensure implementation and maintenance of physical security measures to all Departmental facilities and structures; Manage and coordinate information security policies and standards; Manage and facilitate vetting of staff, service providers, interns of security clearance and competencies; Manage all security functions within the Department together with Provincial Security Managers including management and performance of security contracts; Provide effective people management. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Mr O. Melato Tel No: (012) 315 1351 
APPLICATIONS: Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your application to: Postal Address: The Human Resource: Department of Justice and Constitutional Development; Private Bag X81, Pretoria, 0001. OR Physical Address: Application Box, First Floor, Reception, East Tower, Momentum Building, 329 Pretorius Building, Pretoria, 0001.
 
NOTE: People with disabilities are encouraged to apply

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OTHER POSTS
 
 
STATE LAW ADVISER LP7- LP8 REF NO: 19/94/LD 
SALARY: R763 212 – R1 266 156. (Salary will be in accordance with OSD determination). The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement. 
CENTRE: SALRC South African Law Reform Commission: Centurion 
 
REQUIREMENTS: LLB or 4 year recognized legal qualification; At least 5 years appropriate post qualification litigation/advisory experience; Admission as an Advocate or Attorney; A valid driver’s licence; Experience in Constitutional Law and Administrative Law will be an added advantage. Skills and Competencies: Litigation; Legal Research and legislative drafting; Advocacy; Problem solving and decision making skills; Litigation skills; Good communication skills written and verbal; Computer literacy; Planning and organizing skills; Analytical and report writing skills. 
 
DUTIES: Key Performance Areas: Plan and conduct research, including comparative legal research in respect of the Law of South Africa; Develop, improve, modernize and draft legislation for Law Reform; Conduct Socio Economic Impact Assessments on research and legislative proposals; Perform other administrative duties. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Ms P Leshilo Tel No: (012) 357 – 8240 
APPLICATIONS: Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your application to: Postal address: The Human Resource: Department of Justice and Constitutional Development, Private Bag X81, Pretoria, 0001. OR Physical address: Application Box, First Floor Reception, East Tower, Momentum Building, 329 Pretorius Street, Pretoria. 
 
NOTE: People with disabilities are encouraged to apply 
 
 
 
 
 
 
POST 26/33 : FAMILY ADVOCATE – LP7 REF NO: 19/VA38/NW 
SALARY: R763 212 – R822 192 per annum. (Salary will be in accordance with OSD determination). The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement. 
CENTRE: Office of the Family Advocate North West Mafikeng 
 
REQUIREMENTS: An LLB Degree or recognised 4 year legal qualification; Admission as an Advocate; The right of appearance in High Court of South Africa; Five 5 years appropriate post qualification litigation experience; Fluency in Afrikaans will be added as an advantage ; A valid driver’s licence. Skills and competencies: Good communication skills, both verbal and writing; Research, investigation, monitoring, evaluation and report writing skills with intention to detail and Diversity, Dispute and Conflict Resolution Skill; Proven track record of previous managerial experience will be an added advantage Move this under Requirements above. 
 
DUTIES: Key Performance Areas: Execute the Mandate of the office of the Family Advocate; Perform all functions and duties of the Family Advocate in accordance with relevant legislation; Attend to Hague Convention matters when delegated to do so; Endorse settlement agreements or commenting thereof Institute and conduct enquiries to ascertain the best interest of children by means of ADR procedure; Attend to all relevant circuit courts within North West Province. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Advocate OS Matjila Tel No: (018) 462 1630/5 
APPLICATIONS: Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your application to: The Regional Head, Private Bag X2033, Mmabatho, 2735 or hand deliver it at 22 Molopo Road, Ayob Gardens, Mafikeng. 
 
 
 
 
 
DEPUTY DIRECTOR FACILITIES MANAGEMENT REF NO: 2019/56/GP 
SALARY: R733 257 – R863 748 per annum. The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement. 
CENTRE: Regional Office Gauteng 
 
REQUIREMENTS: Degree or 3 years National Diploma in Public Management / Administration or equivalent qualification; Minimum of three years’ experience in either Building Management / Maintenance or Project Management; Three 3 years practical experience in Facilities Planning and Management including space audit; Practical experience in managing external service providers; Knowledge and understanding of Fixed Asset Management, PFMA, and GIAMA; Knowledge and understanding of Government procurement process relating to procurement of assets; A valid driver’s license. Skills and Competencies: Project Management; Financial Management skills; Leadership and Managerial skills; Communication skills verbal and written; Strategic and conceptual orientation; Team orientated and results driven; Interpersonal relations and customer orientation; Creative and analytical skills; Conflict management skills; continual learning and information search; Computer literacy. 
 
DUTIES: Key Performance areas: Manage overall space of the Region; Monitor and report on all major projects undertaken in the Region; Monitor proper implementation of Departmental Maintenance Plan as well as day to day Maintenance, Form part of the planning process and Liaise with DPW for acquisition of land for the construction of new facilities; Prepare and manage Provincial maintenance Property plans and budget; Assist in identifying and compiling submissions for inclusion of offices in RAMP projects; Provide facilities management services including procurement of leased accommodation; Maintenance and capital works projects identification and support; Provide office support services including information, document management, technology and transport management. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Mr SF Ledwaba Tel No: (011) 332 9077 
APPLICATIONS: Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your application to: Postal Address: Regional Office, Gauteng Private Bag X6, Johannesburg, 2000 or 94 Pritchard Street; 7th Floor Schreiner Chambers, Corner Pritchard and Kruis Street, Johannesburg 
 
 
 
 
 
COURT MANAGER REF NO: 2019/69/GP 
SALARY: R470 04 – R553 677 per annum. The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement. 
CENTRE: Magistrate Westonaria 
 
REQUIREMENTS: Three 3 year qualification in Administration NQF level 6 and / or National Diploma in Services Management NQF level 5 plus the module on Case Flow Management or equivalent qualification; At least 3 year’s managerial or supervisory experience; Knowledge of an experience in office and district administration; Knowledge of Public Financial Management Act PFMA; Experience in managing Trust Third Party Funds and Vote Account; A valid driver’s license; Experience in the Court environment will be an added advantage; Skills and Competencies: Strong leadership and management capabilities; Strategic capacities; Good communication verbal and written; Computer literacy 
 
DUTIES: Key Performance Areas: Co-ordinate and manage the financial, human resources, risk and security in the court; Manage the strategic and business planning processes; Manage the facility, physical resources, information and communication related to courts; 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; Manage the projects intended to improve court management; Manage service level agreements. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Ms RR Moabelo Tel No: (011) 332 9000 
APPLICATIONS: Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your application to: Postal Address: Regional Office, Gauteng Private Bag X6, Johannesburg, 2000 or 94 Pritchard Street; 7th Floor Schreiner Chambers, Corner Pritchard and Kruis Street, Johannesburg 
 
 
 
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: BIDS AND ACQUISITIONS MANAGEMENT REF NO: 19/74/CFO 
SALARY: R376 596 – R443 601 per annum. The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement. 
CENTRE: National Office: Pretoria 
 
REQUIREMENTS: A 3 year Degree/National Diploma in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Logistics (NQF6) and /or a finance-related qualification; 3-5 years related Supply Chain (Bids and Acquisition) experience of which 3 years at supervisory level; Knowledge of PFMA, BAS, SCM prescripts, Treasury regulations/DFI and other applicable legislations; Knowledge of procurement policies and relevant legislation prior to awarding contracts. Skills and Competencies: Communication skills verbal and written; Computer literacy Ms. Office, Ms. Power Point, Ms. Word, Ms. Excel; Technical and project management skills; Functional ability and working as a team; Good interpersonal relations; Strategic and conceptual orientation; Attention to detail and through knowledge and have numeric skills; Good leadership, organizational and problem solving abilities. 
 
DUTIES: Key Performance Areas: Oversee the management of Bids and Acquisition Management in the Department; Preparation of all reports relevant to Bids and Acquisitions Management and Records Management; Review, coordinate and compile the list of prospective stakeholders for quotations; Source, review and coordinate quotations from database according to the threshold values determined by the National Treasury; provide effective people management. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Ms M. Qhamakoane Tel No: (012) 357 8591 
APPLICATIONS: Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your application to: Postal address: Human Resource: Department of Justice and Constitutional Development, Private Bag X81, Pretoria, 0001. OR Physical address: Application Box, First Floor Reception, East Tower, Momentum Building, 329 Pretorius Street, Pretoria.
 
NOTE: People with disabilities are encouraged to apply

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ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER REF NO: 19/ 57 /FS 
SALARY: R316 791 - R373 167 per annum. The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement. 
CENTRE: Magistrate’s Office: Koffiefontein 
 
REQUIREMENTS: Three year Bachelor`s degree /National Diploma in Public Management Administration or equivalent; 3 years administration experience; Proven Supervisory experience, Court experience and drivers licence will serve as an added advantage; Skills and competencies: Sound Knowledge of Financial Management Vote and Trust Account; Sound Knowledge of Human Resource Management; Computer Literacy Microsoft packages; Sound Knowledge of asset management; Sound knowledge of supply chain management and risk management; Good interpersonal relations; Knowledge of PFMA, DFI, BAS and JYP; Leadership and Principles of Management 
 
DUTIES: Key Performance Areas: Co-ordinate and manage the financial and human resource of the office; Co- ordinate and manage risk and security in the court; Manage the strategic and business planning process; Manage the facility; Control of the section related to Family Courts , Human Resource and Supply Chain; Management of the Finance of the office Third Party Funds and Vote Accounts; Manage the Criminal and Civil Court Administration Sections; General Supervision of Administration staff and Implement formal and informal disciplinary matters; Compile statistics to show performance and trends; Check diverse documents and work performance of co- workers for completion and correctness; Manage the facilities of the Department at Court; Co-ordinate, Manage and administer support services to Case Flow Management and other court users to ensure delivery of service; Implement Departmental policies; Manage and Maintain prescripts related to the functions of The DOJ & CD and Public Service in general; Facilitate training and development of personnel; Management of performance in the office and Performance of any other duties necessary to ensure smooth office running. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Ms NM Dywili Tel No: (051) 407 1800 
APPLICATIONS: Please direct your applications to: The Regional Head, Private Bag X20578, Bloemfontein, 9300 or hand deliver to Physical Address 53 Colonial Building, Charlotte Maxeke Street, Bloemfontein, 9301 
 
 
 
 
 
ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER REF NO: 2019/60/GP 
SALARY: R316 791 – R373 167 per annum. The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement. 
CENTRE: Magistrate Pretoria 
 
REQUIREMENTS: Three year National Diploma in Public Administration / Public Management or equivalent; 3-5 years’ experience in Clerical / Administrative work; Sound knowledge of Human Resource Management, Financial Management, Budget control, Asset and Facility Management, Supply Chain Management and Risk Management; Extensive knowledge of the PFMA, DFI, BAS and JYP; A valid driver’s license. Skills and Competencies: Computer literacy; Communication skills; Motivating solving skills; Planning and organizing; Good interpersonal relations. 
 
DUTIES: Key Performance Areas: Provisioning of general supervision over clerical staff and work in the administration; Checking if diverse documents for completion and correctness; Assisting with control over duties related to the Domestic Violence, Maintenance, Provisioning Administration, Cash Hall, Criminal and Civil sections, and General Services; Rendering efficient and effective support to the courts; Investigating in formal disciplinary matters; Managing performance in the office and quarterly assessment of staff; Handling of correspondence; Drafting memorandum, submission and reports as well as compile statistics; Rendering advise / assistance on wide spectrum of matters; Facilitation of training and development of clerical staff. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Mr RR Moabelo Tel No: (011) 332 9000 
APPLICATIONS: Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your application to: Postal Address: Regional Office, Gauteng Private Bag X6, Johannesburg, 2000 or 94 Pritchard Street; 7th Floor Schreiner Chambers, Corner Pritchard and Kruis Street, Johannesburg 
 
 
 
 
 
LABOUR RELATIONS OFFICER REF NO: 19/84/KZN 
SALARY: R316 791 – R373 167 per annum. The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement. 
CENTRE: Regional Office, Durban 
 
REQUIREMENTS: LLB Degree or three years Bachelor Degree / National Diploma in Labour Relations/ Public Administration/ Management/Human Resource qualification. At least two to five years’ experience in Labour Relations environment; a valid driver’s license. Ability to work under pressure; Practical experience in Conciliation and Arbitration cases will serve as an added advantage. Skills and Competencies: Computer Literate MS Office: Word, Excel and Power Point; Proven managerial experience, verbal and written Communication skills as well as ability to maintain good interpersonal relations; Problem solving skills and analytic thinking. 
 
DUTIES: Key Performance Areas: Promote sound labour relations in the Department; Supervise the activities of subordinates entrusted with inter alia, the co-ordination and administration of Grievances, Disciplinary Hearings and Labour Relations Circulars; Define and introduce Labour Relations Procedures according to the provisions of the Labour Relations Act, most particularly, its application in the Public Service in terms of Grievances and Disciplinary hearings; Handle dispute resolutions for the GPSSBC, PSCBC, CCMA, Conciliation, Arbitration and Dismissal Disputes; Consult with the State Attorney on more complex matters; Play an active role in the management of strikes; Handle correspondence and memoranda of a more complex nature and compile reports for management; Provide training on Labour Related Matters. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Mr J.N. Mdaka Tel No: (031) 372 3000 
APPLICATIONS: Quote the relevant reference number and direct your application to: the Regional Head, Private Bag X54372, Durban, 4000 or physical address: Recruitment, First Floor, 2 Devonshire Place off Anton Lembede Street, Durban. 
 
 
 
 
 
ASSISTANT STATE ATTORNEY, LP3-LP4 REF NO: 19/101/SA 
SALARY: R301 452 – R847 047 (Salary will be in accordance with OSD determination). The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement. 
CENTRE: State Attorney: Johannesburg 
 
REQUIREMENTS: An LLB or 4 year recognized legal qualification; Admission as an Attorney; At least 2 years appropriate post qualification legal/ litigation experience; Admission as a Conveyancer will be an added advantage; a valid driver’s license. Skills and Competencies: Legal research and drafting; Dispute resolution; Case flow management; Computer literacy; Strategic and conceptual orientation; Communication skills written and verbal. 
 
DUTIES: Key Performance Areas: Handle all conveyancing and notarial matters; Furnish legal advice and opinion to clients; Render office administrative functions; Guide and train support staff. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Mr E. Seerane Tel No: (012) 315 1780 
APPLICATIONS: Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your application to: Postal Address: The Human Resource: Department of Justice and Constitutional Development; Private Bag X81, Pretoria, 0001. OR Physical Address: Application Box, First Floor, Reception, East Tower, Momentum Building, 329 Pretorius Building, Pretoria, 0001. 
 
NOTE: People with disabilities are encouraged to apply. A current certificate of good standing from the relevant law Society must accompany the application. 
 
 
 
 
 
CHIEF ADMINISTRATION CLERK REF NO: 19/85/KZN 
SALARY: R257 508 – R303 339 per annum. The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement. 
CENTRE: Magistrate’ s Court, Durban 
 
REQUIREMENTS: Grade 12 or equivalent; A minimum of three to five years’ relevant experience. Skills and Competencies: Computer literacy MS Office; Good communication written and verbal; Good interpersonal relations; Able to work independently and under pressure; Attention to detail. 
 
DUTIES: Key Performance Areas: Control of the sections related to Family court and Supply Chain management, H.R, Manage the criminal and civil court administration sections; Draft and submit memoranda and reports; General supervision of administrative staff and implement formal and informal disciplinary matters; Compile and analyze statistics to show performance and trends; Check diverse documents and work performance of co-workers for completion and correctness; Manage and maintain prescripts related to the functions of the DOJCD and Public Service in general; Train and develop staff; Manage the facilities of the department at court; Co-ordinate, manage and administer support services to Case Flow Management and other court users, to ensure delivery of justice; Implement departmental policies; Perform any other duties as directed by the Supervisor/Court manager or Area Court Manager. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Ms V. Mlandeliso Tel No: (031) 372 3000 
APPLICATIONS: Quote the relevant reference number and direct your application to: the Regional Head, Private Bag X54372, Durban, 4000 or physical address: Recruitment, First Floor, 2 Devonshire Place off Anton Lembede Street, Durban. 
 
 
 
 
 
ESTATE CONTROLLER EC1 REF NO: 19/104/MAS (X2 POSTS) 
SALARY: R198 411 per annum. (Salary will be in accordance with OSD determination). The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement. 
CENTRE: Master of the High Court: Johannesburg 
 
REQUIREMENTS: An LLB degree or recognized four years legal qualification. Skills and Competencies: Legal research and drafting; Case flow management; Estate duties; Trust; Dispute resolution; Communication skills (verbal and written); Problem solving; Customer focus; Attention to detail; Computer literacy. 
 
DUTIES: Key Performance Areas: Administer deceased and Insolvent Estates, Curatorship’s, Trusts and all aspects related to the administration thereof; Determine and asses estate duties in terms of the Estate Duties Act; Conduct research and draft legal documents; Render administrative function of the office. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Mr C. Msiza Tel No: (012) 315 4754 
APPLICATIONS: Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your application to: Postal address: The Human Resources: Department of Justice and Constitutional Development, Private Bag X81, Pretoria, 0001. OR Physical address: Application Box, First Floor Reception, East Tower, Momentum Building, 329 Pretorius Street, Pretoria. 
 
NOTE: People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.