Clerks x3, Typist x3 post at Office of the Chief Justice for unskilled candidates (Grade 12 Only)
- Career Exibs SA
- Sep 24
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OFFICE OF THE CHIEF JUSTICE
The Office of the Chief Justice 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, the Employment Equity imperatives as defined by the Employment Equity Act, 1998 (Act55) of 1998) and the relevant Human Resources policies of the Department will be taken into consideration and preference will be given to Women, Persons with Disabilities and youth.
APPLICATIONS :
National Office (Midrand): Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your application to: The Director: Human Resources, Office of the Chief Justice, Private Bag X10, Marshalltown, 2107 or hand deliver applications to the Office of the Chief Justice, Human Resource Management, 188, 14th Road, Noordwyk, Midrand, 1685.
Eastern Cape/ Mthatha/Gqeberha: Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your application to: The Provincial Head, Office of the Chief Justice, Postal Address: Private Bag X13012, Cambridge, 5206, East London. Applications can also be hand delivered to 59 Western Avenue, Sanlam Park Building, 2nd Floor, Vincent 5242, East London.
KwaZulu-Natal/Pietermaritzburg/Durban: Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your application to: The Provincial Head, Office of the Chief Justice, Private Bag X54314, Durban, 4001. Applications can also be hand delivered to 1st Floor Office No 118, CNR Somtseu8 & Stalwart Simelane Streets, Durban, 4000.
Mpumalanga/ Mbombela: Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your application to: The Provincial Head: Office of the Chief Justice, Private Bag X20051, Mbombela, 1211. Applications can also be hand delivered to, Mpumalanga Division of the High Court, Office of the Chief Justice Provincial Service Centre, 311 Samora Machel Drive, Mbombela, 1200.
Western Cape: Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your application to: The provincial Head, Office of the Chief Justice, Postal Address: Private Bag X9020, Cape Town, 8000, or hand deliver applications to the Office of the Chief Justice, Provincial Service Centre 30 Queen Victoria Street, cape Town
CLOSING DATE : 07 October 2025
POST 34/56 : ADMINISTRATION CLERK: CRT REF NO: 2025/245/OCJ
SALARY : R228 321 – R368 950 per annum (Level 05). The successful candidate will be
required to sign a performance agreement.
CENTRE : Mpumalanga Division of The High Court: Mbombela
REQUIREMENTS : Matric certificate or equivalent. A National Diploma (NQF 6) in Legal field or
related qualification as recognized by SAQA will be an added advantage. A
valid driver’s license. All shortlisted candidates shall undertake a pre-entry
practical exercise as part of the assessment method to determine the
candidate’s suitability based on the post technical and generic requirements.
Skills and Competencies: Job knowledge. Good communication skills (verbal
and written). Interpersonal relations skills. Flexibility. Teamwork. Planning and
organisation skills. Computer literacy (MS Office). General Administration /
Court related functions regarding court recordings. Good customer services All
shortlisted candidates shall undertake a pre-entry practical exercise as part of
the assessment method to determine the candidate's suitability based on the
post's technical and generic requirements.
DUTIES : Provide administrative support in pre-recording of court proceedings. Render
proper recording of court proceedings. Perform collection of statistic. Provide
administrative support as required by the Court Manager and/or Registrar
and/or Supervisor.
ENQUIRIES : Technical Related Enquiries: Ms. JM Shongwe Tel No: (013) 758 0000 HR
Related Enquiries: Mr. SJ Zwane/Mr. V Maeko Tel No: (013) 758 0000
APPLICATIONS : can be sent via email at 2025/245/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
NOTE : The Organization will give preference to candidates in line with the
Employment Equity goals
POST 34/57 : ADMINISTRATION CLERK: (DCRS) REF NO: 2025/246/OCJ
SALARY : R228 321 – R268 950 per annum (Level 05). The successful candidate will be
required to sign a performance agreement.
CENTRE : Pietermaritzburg High Court
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 certificate; no experience is required. A three-year relevant
qualification (National Diploma at NQF level 6) with 360 credits as recognized
by SAQA will be an added advantage. All shortlisted candidates shall undertake
a pre-entry practical exercise as part of the assessment method to determine
the candidate’s suitability based on the post technical and generic
requirements. Skills and Competencies: Job knowledge. Good communication
skills (verbal and written). Interpersonal relations skills. Flexibility. Teamwork.
Planning and organisation skills. Computer literacy (MS Office). General
Administration / Court related functions regarding court recordings. Good
customer services.
DUTIES : Provide administrative support in pre-recording of court proceedings. Render
proper recording of court proceedings. Perform collection of statistic. Provide
administrative support as required by the Court Manager and/or Registrar
and/or Supervisor.
ENQUIRIES : Technical Enquiries: Mr MN Zondi Tel No: (033) 345 8211
HR Enquiries: Ms SZ Mvuyana Tel No: (031) 493 1723
APPLICATIONS : Can be sent via email at 2025/246/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
NOTE : The Organisation will give preference to candidates in line with the
Employment Equity goals
POST 34/58 : ACCOUNTING CLERK REF NO: 2025/247/OCJ
SALARY : R228 321 – R268 950 per annum. The successful candidate will be required to
sign a performance agreement.
CENTRE : Western Cape Division of the High Court: Cape Town
REQUIREMENTS : A Grade 12 certificate with accounting and mathematics. No experience
required. National Diploma (NQF6) in Finance / Accounting as recognized by
SAQA will be an added advantage. Skills and Competencies: Public Finance
Management Act (PFMA), Treasury Regulations, Generally Recognized
Accounting Principles (GRAP) Departmental policies and procedures.
Financial prescripts and Manuals Batho Pele Principles. Planning and
Organizing, Attention to detail, computer literacy, Verbal and written
communication Interpersonal relations, Analytical and Problem-solving,
Accounting Basic Numeracy and Accuracy.
DUTIES : Process the payment of creditors, administer the collection of revenue, conduct
payroll administration and pay claims, administer petty cash, Prepare and
process payment of S&T claims for Judges and Officials, prepare manual,
requisitions and capture on Logis. Receive and record all invoices within 30
days. Receive and check invoices for correctness, verification and approval.
Capture all payments on the financial system after verifying supporting
documents for validity, accuracy and completeness, Compile and capture all
financial transactions on financial transversal system (e.g. BAS and LOGIS).
Updating and maintaining of the invoice tracking register, maintain records and
assist in the filing of documents, Entity maintenance. Perform adhoc activities
as and when required, e.g. retrieval of documents for audit purposes.
ENQUIRIES : Technical Related Enquiries: Ms. N Chwethiso Tel No: (021) 480 2637
HR Related Enquiries: Mr S Hlongwane Tel No: (021) 469 4038
APPLICATIONS : Applications can be sent via email at 2025/247/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
NOTE : The Organisation will give preference to candidates in line with the
Employment Equity goals
POST 34/59 : TYPIST (X3 POSTS)
(6 Months Contract)
SALARY : R193 359 - R227 766 per annum (Level 04), plus 37 % in lieu of benefits. The
successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement.
CENTRE : Mkhanda High Court Ref No: 2025/248/OCJ (X2 Posts)
Gqeberha High Court Ref No: 2025/249/OCJ (X1 Post)
REQUIREMENTS : Grade twelve (12) or NQF Level 4 qualification, A minimum typing speed of 35
wpm. Shortlisted candidates will be required to pass a typing test. Skills and
competencies. Computer literacy (MS Word). Good communication skills
(written and verbal). Good interpersonal relations, planning and organization
skills. Good problem-solving skills. Accuracy and attention to details. Ability to
work under pressure. Good time keeping. Telephone etiquette. All shortlisted
candidates shall undertake a pre-entry practical exercise as part of the
assessment method to determine the candidate's suitability based on the post's
technical and generic requirements.
DUTIES : Typing of appeals, reviews, reports, minutes, circulars, notice of set downs,
witness statements, taxing master reports, affidavits, memorandums and court
orders. Relief administrative personnel where necessary. Filling, opening files
and making appointments. Dealing with public queries and other administrative
duties.
ENQUIRIES : Technical Related Enquiries: Ms L Frazer Tel No: (046) 622 5657
HR Related Enquiries: Mr S Mponzo Tel No: (043) 726 5217
APPLICATIONS : Makhanda: Applications can be sent via email at
Gqheberha: Applications can be sent via email at
NOTE : The Organization will give preference to candidates in line with the
Employment Equity goals
NOTE : All applications must be submitted on a New Z83 form, which can be
downloaded on internet at www.judiciary.org.za /
www.dpsa.gov.za/dpsa2g/vacancies.asp or obtainable from any Public Service
Department and should be accompanied by a recent comprehensive CV only;
contactable referees (telephone numbers and email addresses must be
indicated). Please send your documents in a PDF and put them in one folder.
Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of
qualifications and other related documents on or before the day of the interview
following communication from Human Resources. Each application form must
be fully completed, duly signed and initialed on both pages by the applicant.
The application must indicate the correct job title, the office where the position
is advertised and the reference number as stated in the advert. Failure by the
applicant to fully complete, sign and initial the application form will lead to
disqualification of the application during the selection process. Applications on
the old Z83 will unfortunately not be considered. Should you be in a possession
of a foreign qualification, it must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate
from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Dual citizenship holders
must provide the Police Clearance certificate from the country of origin (when
shortlisted all non - SA Citizens will be required to submit a copy of proof of
South African permanent residence). Applications that do not comply with the
above-mentioned requirements will not be considered. Suitable candidates will
be subjected to a personnel suitability check (criminal record, financial checks,
qualification verification, citizenship checks, reference checks and employment
verification). Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If
you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date of
this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
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