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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 : 25 March 2019 
 
 
NOTE: Interested applicants may visit the following website: www.justice.gov.za or www.dpsa.gov.za to view the full job specification of the above positions. 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 licence 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. The 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 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. 
 
 
 
ERRATUM: kindly note that the post of Court Manager with Ref No: 2019/04/MP advertised in Public Service Vacancy Circular 07 dated 22 February 2019, the Key Performance Area: Manage courts and places of sitting within the Sub-district of Maphumulo Local Municipality has been withdrawn as the Maphumulo Local Municipality is located in Durban. The closing date of the post still remain unchanged. We apologies for any inconvenience caused. 
 
 
OTHER POSTS
 
 
ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER REF NO: 13/19/NC 
SALARY: R299 709 – R353 043.per annum. The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement. 
CENTRE: Magistrate Office Olifantshoek 
 
REQUIREMENTS: A three (3) year National Diploma / Degree in Public Administration / Management or relevant equivalent qualification; Three (3) years relevant experience in Office and District Administration and Departmental Financial Management systems; Experience in Vote and Trust Account will be an added advantage; Valid driver’s license. Skills and Competencies: Supervisory skills; Computer literacy (MS Office, MS Excel); Excellent communication skills (written and verbal); Good interpersonal relations; Accuracy and attention to detail; Ability to work under pressure. 
 
DUTIES: Key Performance Areas: Ensure control movement of documents. Draft correspondence with members of the public, other organizations and other state departments; Render advice/assistance on a wide spectrum of matters within occupational class context; Facilitate training and development of clerical personnel; Manage reserve stock. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Mr R. Muller Tel No: (053) 8021300 
APPLICATIONS: If applying for more than one post, please state the name of the office and reference number as well as order of preference. A separate application must be submitted for each post. 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. 
 
NOTE: Officials already on salary levels as per advertisement must please note that if successful the appointment /transfer will be at own cost. Candidates who are interested in transfers are advised to apply for vacancies. Applicants who previously applied are encouraged to re-apply. Officials already on salary levels as per advertisement must please note that if successful the appointment /transfer will be at own cost. Candidates who are interested in transfers are advised to apply for vacancies. Applicants who previously applied are encouraged to re-apply. 
 
 

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CHIEF ADMINISTRATION CLERK REF NO: 14/19/NC 
SALARY: R242 475 – R285 630 per annum. The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement. 
CENTRE: Magistrate Office Kathu 
 
REQUIREMENTS: Grade 12 certificate or equivalent qualification; Three (3) years’ experience: Experience in a court environment will be an added advantage; Knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act, Basic Accounting System (BAS), DFI, JDAS, JYP and Transport Policies; Sound knowledge of Human Resources, Financial, Asset and Risk Management; a valid driver’s license will serve as an advantage. Skills and Competencies: Good written and communication skills; Good interpersonal relations; Computer literacy (MS Excel, PowerPoint and word); Ability to work under pressure and work independently. 
 
DUTIES: Key Performance Areas: Render efficient and effective support to the court; Maintain discipline and resolve complaints and grievance; Manage the performance Management System in the office; Draft memoranda, submission and reports; Control utilization and maintain the assets and accommodation of the office. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Mr. R. Muller Tel No: 0538021300 
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. 
 
NOTE: If applying for more than one post, please state the name of the office and reference number as well as order of preference. A separate application must be submitted for each post. Email or faxed applications will not be considered. Officials already on salary levels as per advertisement must please note that if successful the appointment /transfer will be at own cost. 
 
 
 
 
 
SENIOR COURT INTERPRETER REF NO: 24/18/NC 
This post is a re-advertisement; candidates who previously applied are encouraged to re-apply. 
SALARY: R242 475 – R285 630 per annum. The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement. 
CENTRE: Magistrate Office Springbok 
 
REQUIREMENTS: Grade 12/ NQF Level 4; National Diploma: Legal Interpreting at NQF Level 5 or any other relevant tertiary; qualification at NQF Level 5; Three (3) years’ practical experience as a Court Interpreter; Knowledge of Policies, prescripts, legislation, court proceedings and cultural diversity; Drivers’ license will be an added advantage; Language Requirements: isiXhosa, Tswana, English, Afrikaans are compulsory; Sotho, Sepedi, XiTsonga, Tshivenda and isiZulu will be an added advantage. Skills and Competencies: Computer literacy (MS Office); Good communication (written and verbal); Administration and organizational skills; Ability to maintain interpersonal relations; Accuracy and attention to detail. 
 
DUTIES: Key Performance Areas: Render interpreting services; Translate Legal Document and Exhibits; Develop Terminology; Assist with the reconstruction of Court Records; Perform Specific Line and Administrative Support Functions; Control and Supervision of Interpreters. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Ms. C Mashibini Tel No: (053) 802 1300 
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. 
 
NOTE: Applicants will be subjected to a Language test.