OFFICE OF THE CHIEF JUSTICE

Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Applications received after the closing date, as well as applications received via fax or email, will not be considered or accepted. 
Shortlisted candidates must be willing to undergo normal vetting and verification processes. Note: Requirement for all Senior Management Service (SMS) Posts - Nyukela Programme: This is a Pre-Entry Certificate to Senior SMS endorsed by DPSA which is offered by the National School of Government (NSG) through an online course platform. The course is available at the NSG under the name Certificate for entry into the SMS and the full details can be sourced by the following link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/trainingcourse/sms-pre-entry-programme. The successful candidate will be required to provide proof of completion of the Pre-entry certificate for entry into the SMS. 
Furthermore, candidates shortlisted for the SMS post will be subjected to a technical exercise that intends to test relevant technical elements of the job.
Following the interview and the technical exercise, the Selection panel will recommend candidates to attend a generic managerial competency assessment in compliance with the DPSA Directive on the implementation of competency based assessments.
 
 
ERRATUM: Kindly note that the position of Three – Years’ Judge’s Secretary (3 Posts), Gauteng Division: Pretoria, Ref No: 2021/100/OCJ (12 Months Contract), advertised on DPSA Circular 12 with a closing date of 23 April 2021 has been withdrawn. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.

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OTHER POSTS
 
 
COURT MANAGER, REF NO: 2020/112/OCJ
SALARY : R733 257. per annum (All-inclusive remuneration package). The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement.
CENTRE : Labour and Labour Appeals Court: Johannesburg
 
REQUIREMENTS : A three (3) year relevant qualification in Management or Administration. A minimum of six (6) years’ relevant experience of which three (3) years’ should be at a Supervisory Level. A valid driver’s licence. Technical knowledge and competencies: Knowledge of Human Resource Management, Financial, Assets and Supply Chain Management. Knowledge of Case Flow Management. Understanding of Facilities and Security Management. Leadership capabilities. Behavioural Competencies: Effective communications skills. Good interpersonal skills. Problem solving skills. Conflict management skills. Time management and ability to work under pressure.
 
DUTIES : Provide strategic and operational leadership to the Division to optimally deliver on the OCJ mandate. Provide integrated human resource management and development services, overall financial, asset and supply chain management services in the Division. Coordinate and facilitate internal audit and risk management services. Provide administrative and technical support. Monitor the overall performance of the Court and enhance Judicial stakeholder relations. Provide effective and efficient management of facilities and security services to the Judiciary.
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms. T Mbalekwa Tel No: (011) 355 0404
 
 
 
 
 
IT INTERNAL AUDITOR – DATA ANALYTICS, REF NO: 2021/111/OCJ
SALARY : R376 596. per annum. The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement
CENTRE : National Office: Midrand
 
REQUIREMENTS : An undergraduate qualification (NQF level 6/7) in Information Systems / Informatics / Computer Science / Internal Auditing / Accounting / Commerce or equivalent. CIA / CISA is an added advantage. Three (3) – Five (5) years IT audit experience demonstrating thorough. Knowledge and expertise in data analytics (CAATS), use of tools and or personally developed scripts in SQL and or VB. Ability and willingness to travel extensively across the country. Ability to understand business processes, systems and data structures. Ability to engage with business and IT (technical) to obtain required information. Understanding risks and controls. A valid driver’s license. Technical Knowledge/Competencies: Information and Data Analysis. Application of Audit Technology / CAATs. Knowledge of Business Process Analysis and Re-engineering. Knowledge of the PFMA and Treasury Regulations. Understanding of relevant Public Service Regulations. Behavioural Competencies: Supervisory Skills. Analytical Thinking. Self-driven and ability to meet deadlines. Knowledge Management. Service Delivery Innovation. Problem solving and Analysis.
 
DUTIES : The successful candidate will report to the Audit Manager, and their responsibilities will include: IT Audit planning, business process reviews, execution, project quality and reporting. Coding of scripts in SQL or through the use of analytics tools, testing scripts and validating results before document audit work papers. Assist with management of the Internal Audit technology and Data Analytics Tools. Engagement with IT, System and Data Owners as well as the Administrators. Data analytics, collating and reporting of data on monthly and quarterly basis to engagement and for each audit project.
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms. S Tshidino and Ms. B Rakgotho Tel No: (010) 493 2500/ 8774
 
 
 
 
 
IT CO-ORDINATOR REF NO: 2021/113/OCJ
(3 Year Contract)
SALARY : R376 596. per annum (plus 37% in lieu of benefits). The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement.
CENTRE : Provincial Service Centre, Cape Town
 
REQUIREMENTS : A Grade 12 plus a relevant three year post matric IT qualification in IT/ Grade 12 plus relevant IT certification with training/ project management modules and a minimum of three (3)- years’ appropriate experience. A minimum of two (2)-years’ experience in LAN Support Services. A minimum of one (1)-year End User Training. Project and systems management. Experience in network administration, helpdesk first line support. Skills and Competencies: Knowledge of Government prescripts, regulations and laws. Knowledge of development of the user training manuals, guidelines and procedures and drafting of budget. Knowledge of Public Sector IT environment and change management. Good communication skills. Interpersonal skills. Problems Solving. Training and Presentation skills. Planning and organising skills.
 
DUTIES : Conduct infrastructure assessment and coordinate all the IT related activities with the Region. Technical Support. Provide IT Business Systems Training. LAN Support and Evaluation on IT Business Systems within the Region. Write and respond to correspondence and Provide Practical training and assistance
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms. L Adams/ Ms. M Baker Tel No: (021) 469 4000
 
 
 

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CHIEF REGISTRAR, REF NO: 2020/114/OCJ
SALARY : R473 820. (MR6) (Salary will be in accordance with the Occupation Specific Dispensation Determination). Applicant must attach a service certificate/s for determination of their experience. The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement.
CENTRE : High Court, Mthatha
 
REQUIREMENTS : An LLB Degree or a four (4) year Legal qualification. A minimum of eight (8) years’ post qualification legal experience. Computer literacy. Leadership and Managerial experience. A valid driver’s licence. Skills and Competencies: Excellent communication skills (verbal and written). Numerical skills. Technical Expertise. Attention to detail. Planning, organizing and control. Problem solving and decision making skills. Customer service orientated. Interpersonal skills. Conflict management. Strong work ethics and motivation. Self-management. Professionalism appearance and conduct.
 
DUTIES : Mentor and advice on the tracking and management of the progression of all cases filed in Court. Management of time and events necessary to move cases from initiation through to disposition. Reporting to the Judge President. Make input on amendments of Court rules. Practice Directives to improve efficiency at the High Court. Implement directives issued by the Judge President. Manage implementation of the Departmental Strategic Objectives relating to the processing of Cases within the Case Flow Management Framework at the High Court. Reporting, compile training manuals and provide training to Registrars. Support staff, Stakeholder Management, Human Resources Management, Court and Case-Flow Management/Quasi-Judicial Functions. Manage Service Level Agreement Framework. Managing Strategic Court Efficiency Projects and Best Practices, Information and Case/Court Documentation Management System. Safeguard case records in accordance with prescripts. Achieve excellence in delivering the planned Customer Service outcomes (i.e. Service levels and Standards) for the Department and monitoring the unit’s Service Delivery in order to achieve the service delivery targets. Ensure the highest level of Customer Care and Customer satisfaction. Manage PMDS of staff.
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr. S Mponzo Tel No: (043) 726 5217
 

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PRINCIPAL COURT INTERPRETER, REF NO: 2021/115/OCJ
Re-advertisement Candidates who previously applied are encouraged to reapply.
SALARY : R316 791 per annum. The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement.
CENTRE : Gauteng Division: Pretoria
 
REQUIREMENTS : A three (3) year National Diploma/Bachelor’s Degree in Legal Interpreting or equivalent relevant qualification. A minimum of five (5) years’ practical experience as a Court Interpreter with a minimum of years’ supervisory experience. A valid driver’s licence. Proficiency in English and/or two or more indigenous languages. Skills and Competencies: Excellent communication skills. Listening skills. Interpersonal skills. Time management skills. Computer literacy. Analytical thinking. Problem solving skills. Planning and organising. Confidentiality. Ability to work under pressure and art of interpreting.
 
DUTIES : Render interpreting services in complex and high profile cases, special cases, pre-trial conferences, disciplinary hearings and consultations, translate legal documents and exhibits. Develop terminology. Procure foreign language interpreters and casual interpreters in line with PFMA. Control, supervise and attend to personnel administrative aspects of interpreters. Render supervisory services in the Legal Interpreting and Language environment. Provide mentoring and coaching to Junior/Senior Court interpreters. Mange performance of court interpreters. Leave management for language services at the high court and develop related language glossary.
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms. T Mbalekwa Tel No: (011) 335 0404
 
 
 
 
 
REGISTRAR, (2 POSTS)
SALARY : R257 073. (MR3 –MR5) (Salary will be in accordance with the Occupation Specific Dispensation Determination). Applicant must attach a service certificate/s for determination of their experience. The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement.
CENTRE : Thohoyandou High Court, Ref No: 2021/116/OCJ
Land Claims Court (Randburg), Ref No: 2021/117/OCJ
 
REQUIREMENTS : An LLB Degree or a four (4) year Legal qualification. A minimum of two (2) years’ legal experience obtained after qualification. Superior Court or Litigation experience will be an added advantage. Skills and competencies: Excellent communication skills (verbal and written). Computer literacy. Numerical skills. Attention to detail. Planning, organizing and control. Problem solving and decision making skills. Customer service orientated. Interpersonal skills. Conflict management. Strong work ethics. Professionalism. Ability to work under pressure and meeting of deadlines. Results driven. Honesty/Trustworthy. Observance of confidentiality.
 
DUTIES : Co-ordination of Case Flow Management support process to the Judiciary and prosecution. Manage the issuing of all processes. Initiating Court Proceedings. Co-ordinate, interpreting services, appeals and reviews. Process unopposed divorces and the facilitation of Pre-Trial conferences. Quality checks on Criminal Record Book. Authenticate signatures of Legal Practitioners, notaries and sworn translators. Supervision and management of staff. Provide practical training and assistance to the Registrars’ Clerks. Ensure annotation of relevant publications, codes, acts and rules. Attend to and execute requests from the Judiciary in connection with cases and case related matters. Exercise control over the management and safekeeping of case records and the record room. Deal with the files in terms of the relevant codes and Legislation.
 
ENQUIRIES : Thohoyandou - Mr. Masemola T/ Ms. Phadziri N Tel No: (015) 230 4051 /4008 
Land Claims Court - Ms. T Mbalekwa Tel No: (011) 355 0404
 
 
 
 
 
JUDGES SECRETARY, REF NO: 2020/118/OCJ
(Three-Year Contract)
SALARY : R257 508 per annum plus 37% in lieu of benefits. The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement.
CENTRE : Gauteng Local Division: Johannesburg
 
REQUIREMENTS : Grade twelve (12). One (1) to three (3) years’ Secretarial experience or as an Office Assistant. A valid driver’s license; An LLB Degree or a minimum of 20 modules completed towards an LLB, BA or BCom Law Degree will serve as an added advantage and results must accompany the application. Shortlisted candidates will be required to pass a typing test. Skills and Competencies: Proficiency in English. Good communication skills (verbal and written). Administration and organizational skills. Exceptional interpersonal skills. Ability to meet strict deadlines and to work under pressure. Attention to detail. Customer care service skills and excellent typing skills. Confidentiality and time management. Computer literacy (MS Word) and research capabilities. 
 
DUTIES : Provide general secretarial/administrative duties to the Judge. Typing (or format) of draft memorandum decision, opinions or judgement entries written by or assigned by Judge. Provide general secretarial/administrative duties to the Judge. Manage and type correspondence, judgements and orders for the Judge (including dictaphone typing). Arrange and diarize appointments, meetings and official visits and make travel and accommodation arrangements. Safeguarding of all case files and the endorsement of case files with an order made by Judge. Update files and documents and provide copies of documents to the Registrar. Perform digital recording of court proceedings on urgent court cases after hours or on circuit court and ensure integrity of such recordings. Store, keep and file court records safely. Accompany the Judge to the court. Management of Judge’s vehicle, logbook and driving thereof. Compile data and prepare reports and documents for assigned Judges as necessary; including expense reports, continuing legal hours, financial disclosure statements and case management. Arrange refreshments for the Judge and his or her visitors and attend to their needs. Management of Judge’s library and updating of documentation. Execute legal research as directed by the Judge and comply with departmental prescripts, policies, procedures and guidelines.
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms. T Mbalekwa Tel No: (011) 355 0404
 
 
 
 
 
DATA CAPTURER, REF NO: 2021/120/OCJ
SALARY : R145 281. per annum. The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement.
CENTRE : High Court, Western Cape Division (Cape Town)
 
REQUIREMENTS : A Grade 12 or NQF Level 4 qualification. Knowledge of clerical and administrative duties, practices as well as the ability to capture data. Skills and Competencies: Good written and oral communication skills. Excellent computer skills and knowledge and experience with Microsoft office software. Good typing skills. Attention to detail.
 
DUTIES : Render data capturing services. Effective use of technology to contribute to organizational efficiency and work distribution. Provide administrative support services. Generate spreadsheets. Update the system on all data sets. Validate data to ensure correctness, completeness and consistency. Compile statistical information/reports. Receive statistical information for further processing. Capture and update information from manual records to electronic documents. Update and file/ archiving of records. Continuous updating of information on computer for reporting purposes.
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms. M Baker/ Ms. L Adams Tel No: (021) 469 4000