DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE & CONSTITUTIONAL DEVELOPMENT

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 this position. Women and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply and preference will be given to the EE Target. 
 
 
ERRATUM: Please note that the following adverts placed in Circular 38 of 2021 dated 29 October 2021 are withdrawn due to wrong requirements: post 38/72 : Administrative Officer Ref No: 21/73/FS and post 38/73: Administrative Officer Ref No: 21/80/FS (X2 Posts). Apology for any inconvenience. Enquiries: Ms S Maribeng  (012) 315 1103 
 
 

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MANAGEMENT ECHELON
 
 
DIRECTOR: LEGAL ADMINISTRATION AND ADVOCACY (X2 POSTS) 
(This post is a re-advertisement: candidates who previously applied are encouraged to re-apply) 
SALARY : R1 057 326 – R1 245 495 per annum, (all inclusive remuneration package). The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement. 
CENTRE : Regional Office, Kimberley: Ref No: 26/21/NC 
Regional Office; Mpumalanga; Ref No: 2021/57/MP 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An LLB or appropriate equivalent undergraduate legal qualification (NQF7); A post graduate qualification in law or legal will be an added advantage; At least 6 years’ experience of which 5 years’ experience at a middle/senior managerial level; Relevant work experience in the field of law, court administration/management environment; In-depth Knowledge of International law and relations and understanding of the Constitution; In-depth practical experience in legislative drafting, knowledge of Constitutional law cases and criminal, civil and family cases; Knowledge of all relevant governance prescripts, including Treasury Regulations. Skills and Competencies: Strategic Capabilities and Leadership; Programme and Project Management; Financial Management; Change Management; Knowledge Management; Service Delivery Innovation (SDI); Problem solving and Analysis; People Management and Empowerment; Client Orientation and Customer Focus; Communication skills (written and verbal); Honesty and Integrity. 
 
DUTIES : Key Performance Areas: Manage the provision of legal administration and statutory appointment; Manage family law services (Maintenance, Child Justice and Intermediary); Manage language and interpreting services in the regions; Facilitate the promotion and awareness of justice related services; Provide effective people management. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms. C Adams Tel No: (053) 802 3100 (Northern Cape)
Ms DCM Knoop Tel No: (013) 753 9300/219 (Mpumalanga) 
APPLICATIONS : Kimberley: 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 deliver at the New Public Building, (Magistrates Court) Corner Knight and Stead Streets, 7th floor, Kimberley, 8301. 
Nelspruit: Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your application to: The Regional Head, Private Bag X11249, Nelspruit, 1200 OR Physical address: 24 Brown Street, Nedbank Centre, 4th floor Nelspruit. 
 
NOTE : Separate applications must be made for each quoting the relevant reference number 
 
 
 
 
 
DIRECTOR: HUMAN RESOURCE REF NO: 21/118/KZN 
SALARY : R1 057 326 – R1 245 494 per annum, (all-inclusive remunerative package). The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement. 
CENTRE : Regional Office, Durban 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An undergraduate qualification (NQF Level 7) as recognized by SAQA; At least 6 years’ human resource experience of which 5 years must be at middle/senior management level; Knowledge of legislation prescripts and frameworks of the department; A valid driver’s licence; Successful completion of Nyukela Public Service SMS Pre-Entry Programme offered by NSG. Skills and Competencies: Strategic capabilities and leadership; Project management; Planning and organizing; Financial management and change management; Research and knowledge management; Service delivery innovation; Analytical and problem solving; People management and empowerment; Client orientation and customer focus: communication skills; Computer literacy (MS Office) Presentation and facilitation. 
 
DUTIES : Key Performance Areas: Manage the implementation of human resources related function in the region; Manage the development of and implementation of strategic human resources processes and HR policies in the region; Manage and facilitate the efficient labour relation services in the region; Administer Organizational Development; facilitate Health and Wellness Programme; Manage performance and skills development programmes; Manage effective utilization resource in the region 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr JN 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 
 
 
 
 
 
SENIOR AUDIT MANAGER REF NO: 21/241/IA 
SALARY : R1 057 326 – R1 245 495 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 B Com Accounting/ Internal Auditing/ Auditing or equivalent; Candidate must have 6 years hands-on experience in Internal Auditing/Auditing of which 5 years of experience at a middle/senior managerial level; Membership of the Institute of Internal Auditors or a recognized profession; Advanced knowledge of auditing and accounting; Study towards obtaining the Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) designation or a recognized professional qualification; Knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), SPPIA and related legislation; A valid driver’s license. Skills and Competencies: Strategic capability and Leadership; Programme and project management; Financial management; Diversity management; Problem solving and analysis; Communication and information management; Customer focus and responsiveness; Planning and organizing; Team leadership; Knowledge management; Change management. 
 
DUTIES : Key Performance Areas: Coordinate and provide inputs in the development of Internal Audit, three year and annual audit plans; Assist management with facilitation of risk management; Advice management on internal controls and compliance with regulatory framework; Conduct audits on complex and high level audit projects; Manage and co-ordinate audit and transfer of skills; Provide input in the continuous improvement of internal audit within the Department; Present quality reports to management and various stakeholders; Lead subordinates and manage performance and staff from Regions and offices within Internal Audit; Contribute to the co-ordination of work o/f internal audit with external auditors; Effectively manage finance, other resources and operations within Internal Audit; Market and promote Internal Audit. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms. M Modibane Tel No: (012) 315 1668 
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 : Women and People with disabilities are encouraged to apply. 
 
 

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; Peruse and endorse court documents; Institute inquires to ascertain the best interest of the minor child by means of ADR procedures and evaluation; Attend to Hague mattes when delegated to do so; Travel to attend to relevant circuit courts within the province. 
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ENQUIRIES : Ms. C Van Wyk Tel No: (053) 838 4563 
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 deliver at the New Public Buildings, (Magistrates Court) of Knight and Stead Streets, 7th floor, Kimberley, 8301. 
 
NOTE : A separate application must be made quoting the relevant reference number. 
 
 
 
 
COURT MANAGER REF NO: 57/21/NC/BKW 
SALARY : R470 040 – R553 677 per annum. The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement. 
CENTRE : Magistrate Office, Barkley West 
 
REQUIREMENTS : A three (3) year qualification in Administration or a National Diploma Service Management (NQF Level 5) plus the module in Case Flow Management or equivalent qualification; At least three (3) years managerial or supervisory experience; Knowledge and 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); Ability to supervise staff; Computer literacy. 
 
DUTIES : Key Performance Areas: Coordinate and manage the financial , human resources of the office; as well as risk and security in court; Manage the strategic and business planning processes; Manage the facility, physical resources, information and communication related to courts; Management of Security; Implement the departmental policies at the courts; Compile and analyze court statistics to show performance and trends; Support Case Flow Management at the court; Develop and implement customer service improvements strategies; Lead and Manage the transformation of the office; Manage the project intended to improve court management; Communication and relations with the internal and external stake holders; Provide case tracking services to the judiciary and prosecuting authority; Compile annual performance and statutory reports to the relevant users. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms D Kistoo Tel No: (053) 8021300 
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 deliver at the New Public Building, (Magistrates Court) Corner Knight and Stead Streets, 7th floor, Kimberley, 8301. 
 
NOTE : Short listed candidates may be subjected to competency assessment test. 
 
 
 
 
 
ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER REF NO: 58/21/NC/KUR 
SALARY : R316 791 –R 373 167 per annum. The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement. 
CENTRE : Magistrate Office Kuruman 
 
REQUIREMENTS : A three (3) year National Diploma/Degree in Public Administration/Management or relevant equivalent qualification; 3 years administration experience, Departmental Financial and Case flow Management systems; Experience in Vote and Trust Account will be an added advantage; A 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: Control 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, e.g. the interpreting of statutes/provisions, budgeting, maintenance, legal advice, planning actions and special projects; Facilitate training and development of clerical personnel; Custody of reserve stock. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms I. Mafungo 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 deliver at the New Public Building, (Magistrates Court) Corner Knight and Stead Streets, 7th floor, Kimberley, 8301. 
 
 
 
 
ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER REF NO: 21/75/FS 
SALARY : R316 791 - R373 167 per annum. The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement. 
CENTRE : Magistrate’s Office: Phuthaditjhaba 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Three year Bachelor`s degree /National Diploma in Public Management Administration or equivalent; 3 years administration experience. 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. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms NM Dywili Tel No: (051) 407 1800 
APPLICATIONS : Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your application to: The Regional Head, Private Bag X 20578; Bloemfontein, 9300 or hand delivered at 53 Colonial Building, Charlotte Maxeke Street, Bloemfontein 9300. 
 
 
 
 
 
ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER REF NO: 21/73/FS 
SALARY : R316 791 - R326 376 per annum. The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement. 
CENTRE : Magistrate’s Office: Petrusburg 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Three-year Bachelor`s degree /National Diploma in Public Management Administration or equivalent; 3 years administration experience; Sound Knowledge of Financial Management Vote and Trust Account, Supply Chain Management and risk management; Sound knowledge of Human Resource and asset management; Knowledge of PFMA, DFI, BAS and JYP. Skills and competencies: Computer Literacy Microsoft packages; Good interpersonal relations; Leadership and Principles of Management; Communication written and verbal skills. 
 
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; Control of the section related to Family Courts , Human Resource and Supply Chain; Manage the 68 Finance of the office Third Party Funds and Vote Accounts, 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; Manage and Maintain prescripts related to the functions of The DOJ & CD and Public Service in general; Facilitate training and development of personnel. 
 
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

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ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER REF NO: 21/80/FS (X2 POSTS) 
Re- advertisement 
SALARY : R316 791 - R326 376 per annum. The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement. 
CENTRE : Magistrate’s Office: Welkom 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Three-year Bachelor`s degree /National Diploma in Public Management Administration or equivalent; 3 years administration experience; Sound Knowledge of Financial Management Vote and Trust Account, Supply Chain Management and risk management; Sound knowledge of Human Resource and asset management; Knowledge of PFMA, DFI, BAS and JYP. Skills and competencies: Computer Literacy Microsoft packages; Good interpersonal relations; Leadership and Principles of Management; Communication written and verbal skills. 
 
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; Control of the section related to Family Courts , Human Resource and Supply Chain; Manage the 68 Finance of the office Third Party Funds and Vote Accounts, 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; Manage and Maintain prescripts related to the functions of The DOJ & CD and Public Service in general; Facilitate training and development of personnel. 
 
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 
 
 
 
 
 
 
COURT INTERMEDIARY REF NO: 21/74/FS 
SALARY : R316 791 – R373 167 per annum. The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement. 
CENTRE : Magistrate’s Offices: Heilbron 
 
REQUIREMENTS : The persons or category of persons who may be appointed as Intermediaries and the requirements for such persons or category of persons in terms of Government Notice R1374 in Government Gazette 15024 of 30 July 1993 as amended by GN R360 in GG 17882 of 28 February 1997, GN R597 in GG 22435 of 2 July 2001 and as amended by GN R663 in GG 10737 of 14 July 2017 are the following: Medical Practitioners who specialty of paediatrics or Psychiatry who are registered in terms of section 17 of the Health Professions Act, 1974 (Act 56 of 1974), or, Clinical counselling or Educational Psychologist who are registered in terms of section 17 of the Health Professionals Act 1974 (Act nr 56 of 1974); Family Counsellors who are appointed under section 3(1) of the Mediation in Certain Divorce Matters Act, 1987, and who are or were Clinical, Counselling or Educational Psychologist who registered in terms of section 17 of the Health Professional Act, 1974 (Act Nr. 56 of 1974; or Social Workers who are registered in terms of section 17 of the Social Service Act, 1978 (Act Nr. 110 of 1978) who at least have two years’ experience in social work; Educators as defined in section 1 of the South African School Act, 1996 (Act no 84 of 1996) who (a) have obtained a minimum post Matriculation teacher’s education qualification of three years at a recognized tertiary education institution and (b) have at least three years’ experience in teaching, and are registered in terms of section 21 of the South African council for Educators Act 2000 (Act no 31 of 2000) and include former teachers, who comply with paragraph (a) and (b); Child and Youth care workers who have obtained a minimum post Matriculation education qualification of three years at a recognized tertiary education institution in child and youth care and have at least three years’ experience in child and youth care; Knowledge of legislation and regulations pertaining to public service and administration; Knowledge of legal term and terminology, and understanding Human Rights; Knowledge of Children’s and mentally disabled communication patterns and styles. A valid driver’s license and willing to travel extensively within the province and beyond. Languages proficiencies for Heilbron post: English, Afrikaans, Sesotho, IsiZulu and any other indigenous language. Applicants must please indicate their language proficiency level. Skills and Competencies: Communication and empathetic skills (with children, persons with disabilities and other traumatized witnesses; Trauma and basic counseling skills; Interpersonal relations skills; Customer focus and responsiveness; Administrative skills; Computer literacy (MS Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel); Problem solving and decision making skills. 
 
DUTIES : Key Performance Areas: Provide intermediary services to children, persons with mental disabilities and other traumatized witnesses; Provide specialized child language and disability services; Assist children to testify with the aid of anatomically-detailed dolls; Maintain intermediary room by ensuring that the equipment of the private testifying room is always in good order; Provide support services to witnesses and make appropriate referrals, where necessary; Compile and submit registers, statistics and reports; Render administration support service in court. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms. NM Dywili Tel No: (051) 407 1800 
APPLICATIONS : Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your application to: The Regional Head, Private Bag X 20578; Bloemfontein, 9300 or hand delivered at 53 Colonial Building, Charlotte Maxeke Street, Bloemfontein 9300. 
 
 
 
 
 
SOCIAL WORKER/FAMILY COUNSELLOR GRADE 1-4: REF NO: 55/12/NC/F.A-KIM 
SALARY : R257 592 – R581 178 per annum. (Salary will be in accordance with the OSD determination).The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement. 
CENTRE : Family Advocate: Kimberley 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or equivalent qualification; A minimum of 0–30 years appropriate experience in Social Work after registration as Social Worker with the SACSSP; Registration with SA Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP); Knowledge and experience in Mediation; Knowledge and application of Family Law, including Mediation in certain Divorce Matters Act, Maintenance Act and Domestic Violence Act (inclusive of Hague Convention on International Child Abduction); A valid driver’s license. Skills and Competencies: Computer literacy (MS Word); Communication (written and verbal) skills; Mediation, Interviewing, conflict resolution and evaluation; Extensive report writing skills; Diversity and conflict management; Attention to detail. 
 
DUTIES : Key Performance Areas: Conduct mediation and/or inquiries as part of a multi-disciplinary team in custody, access, guardianship, child abduction and related family law disputes; Evaluate information and compile forensic court reports and make recommendations to the best interest of children in family law disputes; Act as expert witness for the Family Advocate in Court; Network and conduct awareness campaigns regarding the functions and role of the Office of the Family Advocate; Travel to townships and rural areas to conduct inquiries and interview parties and source references in family law disputes; Report on the performance of family counsellors in the office to the Head of Office. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms C. Van Wyk Tel No: (053) 838 4563 
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 Physical address: New Pubic Building (Magistrate’s Court), c/o Knight and Stead Street, 7th Floor, Kimberley, 8301. E-mail or faxed applications will not be considered. 
 
NOTE : Candidates whose name appears on Part B of the Child Protection Register as mandated by the Section 123(5) of the Children’s Act, 2005 need not apply. Note: Applicants are required to attach proof of initial and current registration with SACSSP 
 
 
 
 
 
CHIEF ADMINISTRATION CLERK REF NO: 21/75/FS 
SALARY : R257 508 – R303 339 per annum. The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement. 
CENTRE : Magistrate’s Office, Sasolburg 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 certificate or Equivalent Qualification with 3-5 years relevant experience. A valid driver’s license and Court experience will serve as an advantage. Skill and Competencies: Computer literacy (MS Office, MS Excel & PowerPoint). Good Communication (Verbal and written). Good interpersonal relations and problem solving skills. Ability to work under pressure and work independently. Knowledge of PFMA, DFI, BAS and JYP. 
 
DUTIES : Key Performance Areas: Render general clerical support services. Provide Supply Chain clerical support services within the component. Supervise and provide personnel administration clerical support services within the Court/Cluster. Supervise and provide financial administration support services in the Court/Cluster. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms. N Dywili Tel No: (051) 407 1800 
APPLICATIONS : Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your application to: The Regional Head, Private Bag X 20578; Bloemfontein, 9300 or hand delivered at 53 Colonial Building, Charlotte Maxeke Street, Bloemfontein 9300