DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE AND CONSTITUTIONAL DEVELOPMENT VACANCIES

​NOTE : The application must include only completed and signed new Form Z83, obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.gov.za, and a detailed Curriculum Vitae. Certified copies of Identity Document, Senior Certificate and the highest required qualification as well as a driver’s license where necessary, will only be submitted by shortlisted candidates to HR on or before the day of the interview date. Application that do not comply with the above specifications will not be considered and will be disqualified. It remains the responsibility of an applicant to ensure that application reaches the department noting different options provided for submission. A SAQA evaluation report must accompany foreign qualifications. All shortlisted candidates for posts will be subjected to a technical and/or competency assessment. A pre-entry certificate obtained from National School of Government (NSG) is required before appointment for all SMS positions. 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 only when shortlisted. 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. 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.

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DEPUTY DIRECTOR: NATIONAL REGISTER FOR SEX OFFENDERS (NRSO) SYSTEMS MANAGEMENT AND APPLICATIONS REF NO: 25/90/CS 
SALARY : R896 436 – R1 055 958 per annum, (all-inclusive remuneration package). The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement. 
CENTRE : National Office: Pretoria 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) as recognized by SAQA in Law/Public Administration/Social Science or equivalent qualification; A minimum of 3 years’ experience at managerial (Assistant Director) level in Administration /Law /Criminal Justice System; Experience in dealing with legislation and litigation of cases pertaining to the NRSO, coordinating training and service delivery improvement programmes; Knowledge of the jurisprudence law cases; Knowledge and understanding of the legislative framework, governing the Public Service, Financial Management and regulatory framework/ guidelines; prescripts; Knowledge and understanding of the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) amendment Act, The Criminal Law (Sexual Offenders and Related Matters) Amendment Act, Criminal and Related matters Amendment Act, the Domestic Violence Amendment Act, relevant Public Service Legislation and the application of Batho Pele Principles; Understanding of issues surrounding GBVF, Ability to interpret, apply and implement legislation; Understanding of the NRSO system and its functionality. Skills and Competencies: Applied strategic thinking; Applied technology; Budgeting and financial management; Communication and information management; Continuous improvement; Citizen focus and responsiveness; Developing others; Diversity management; Impact and influence; Managing interpersonal conflict and resolving problems; Planning and organising; Decision making; Project management; Team leadership; Computer literacy. 
 
DUTIES : Key Performance Areas: Manage the development and maintenance of National Register for Sex Offenders information system and integration; Manage the NRSO administration process on the electronic register/system; Manage the verification process of NRSO applications for certificates in respect of particulars; Manage human, finance and other resources. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr SJ Kgafela Tel No: (012) 315 1042 
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. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
SENIOR COURT INTERPRETER REF NO: 2025/53/MP 
SALARY : R325 101 – R382 959 per annum. The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement. 
CENTRE : Magistrate Office: Nsikazi 
 
REQUIRMENTS : NQF Level 4/ Grade 12 and National Diploma in Legal Interpreting or equivalent qualification in the field of languages and a minimum of three years practical experience in court interpreting; OR Grade 12 with 10 year’s practical experience in court interpreting; A valid driver’s license; Proficiency in English and in two or more indigenous languages. Language Requirements: SiSwati, IxiTsonga, Sepedi. Skills and Competencies: Good communication skills (verbal and written); Computer literacy; Listening skills; Interpersonal relation and problem solving; Planning and organising; Analytical thinking skills; Time management; Confidentiality; Ability to work under pressure. 
 
DUTIES : Key Performance Areas; Render interpreting services. Translate legal documents and exhibits; Develop terminology; Assist with reconstruction of Court Records; Perform specific line and administrative support functions; Assist with capturing on ICMS; Supervise Court Interpreters. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr LT Mndebele at 078 802 0880 
APPLICATIONS : Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your application to: The Provincial Head, Private Bag X11249, 24 Brown Street, Nedbank centre ,4th Floor Building, Nelspruit, 1200 or https://forms.office.com/r/X2XaVPasWu
 
 
 
 
 
ADMINISTRATION CLERK (X2 POSTS) 
SALARY : R228 321 – R268 950 per annum. The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement. 
CENTRE : State Attorney, Mthatha Ref No: 109/25EC (X1 Post) 
Magistrate Office: Amsterdam Ref No: 2025/52/MP (X1 Post) 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 or equivalent. Skills and Competencies: Computer literacy (MS Office); Good communication skills (verbal and written); Problem solving; Good interpersonal relations; Ability to work under pressure; Attention to detail. 
 
DUTIES : Key Performance Areas: Render general clerical support services; Provide supply chain clerical support services within the component; Provide personnel administration clerical support services within the component; Provide financial administration support services in the component. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Eastern Cape: Mr Ndamase Tel No: (043) 702 7000 / 7129 
Mpumalanga: Mr IT Mndebele at 078 802 0880 
APPLICATIONS : Eastern Cape: Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your application to: The Provincial Head, Private Bag X9065, East London, 5200 or hand deliver at the Provincial Office, Department of Justice, 3 Phillip Frame Road, Waverley Park complex, East London or https://forms.office.com/r/X2XaVPasWu
: Mpumalanga: Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your application to: The Provincial Head, Private Bag X 11249, 24 Brown Street, Nedbank centre, 4th floor building, Nelspruit 1200 or https://forms.office.com/r/X2XaVPasWu