Maintanance/Admin Officer x4 posts at Dept of Justice for unemployed LLB graduates
- Career Exibs SA
- Sep 28
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DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE AND CONSTITUTIONAL DEVELOPMENT
The Department of Justice and Constitutional Development’s mandate is to ensure that there is accessible justice system in our vibrant and evolving constitutional democracy. It is responsible, amongst others, to enable Access to Justice for all, promote Constitutionalism, Rule of Law, Respect for Human Rights; and to coordinate the State Litigation and Legal Advisory Services. The Department is therefore presenting an opportunity to dynamic individuals with relevant competencies to join a dynamic team in its quest to fulfill its mandate and deliver justice services to the people of South Africa.
APPLICATIONS : Interested applicants must submit their applications for employment to https://forms.office.com/r/X2XaVPasWu or alternatively the address specified in each post.
CLOSING DATE : 13 October 2025
POST 35/139 : LEGAL ADMINISTRATION OFFICER: (MR1- MR5): LIABILITY AND
LITIGATION MANAGEMENT REF NO: 25/112/LD
SALARY : R252 855– R1 111 323 per annum. (Salary will be in accordance with OSD
determination). The successful candidate will be required to sign a
performance agreement.
CENTRE : National Office: Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS : An LLB Degree or a 4 year recognized legal qualification; Experience in
providing legal support in civil matters for and against the Department;
Knowledge of the South African legal system, legal practices and related
spheres with specific reference to civil litigation and the law of contract;
Knowledge of the Constitution, the Institution of Legal Proceedings Against
Certain Organs of State Act, the State Attorney Act, the Public Finance
Management Act, the Treasury Regulations, Department of Justice and
Constitutional Development Financial Instructions and the State Liability Act.
Skills and Competencies: Computer literacy; Communication skills (written and
verbal) Legal research and drafting; Dispute resolution; Case flow
management, Planning and decision making; Innovative and analytical
thinking; Interpersonal relations.
DUTIES : Key Performance Areas: Determine the liability on loss or damage of
departmental policy; Handle all litigation on behalf of and against the
department; Draft legal opinions on departmental matters; Provide effective
people management.
ENQUIRIES : Mr. M. Mokoena Tel No: (012) 744 2026
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, 0001.
NOTE : People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
POST 35/140 : MAINTENANCE OFFICER (MR1-MR5) (X3 POSTS)
SALARY : R252 855 – R1 111 323 per annum, (Salary will be in accordance with OSD
determination). The successful candidate will be required to sign a
performance agreement.
CENTRE : Magistrate Office: Camperdown Ref No: 25/26/KZN
Magistrate Office: Newcastle Ref No: 25/27/KZN
Magistrate Office: Umbumbulu Ref No: 25/28/KZN
REQUIREMENTS : An LLB Degree or a four (4) year recognized legal qualification; Knowledge of
the maintenance system, Maintenance Act and family law matters;
Understanding of all services and procedure in the area of Maintenance; A valid
driver’s license. Skills and Competencies: Computer literacy (MS Office); Good
communication skills (verbal and written); Numeracy Skills; Interpersonal
relations; problem solving skills; Report writing and time management skills;
Accuracy and attention to detail.
DUTIES : Key Performance Areas: Perform the powers, duties or functions of a
Maintenance Officer in terms of the Maintenance Act; Obtain financial
information for the purposes of maintenance enquiries; Guide Maintenance
Investigators in the performance of their functions; Appear in the Maintenance
Court and conduct proceedings in terms of the Maintenance Act; Implement
Bench orders; Compile statistics.
ENQUIRIES : Ms N.F. Nkosi /Ms VT Mlandeliso Tel No: (031) 372 3000
APPLICATIONS : Quoting the relevant reference number and courier your application to:
Physical address: Recruitment, First Floor, 2 Devonshire Place Off Anton
Lembede Street, Durban or drop-off on the above address or
POST 35/138 : SENIOR COURT INTERPRETER REF NO: 25/29/KZN
SALARY : R325 101 – R382 959 per annum. The successful candidate will be required to
sign a performance agreement.
CENTRE : Magistrate Office: Nqutu
REQUIREMENTS : 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 proficiency: IsiXhosa and
IsiZulu. Skills and Competencies: Good communication skills (verbal and
written); Computer literacy (MS Word and Excel); Administrative and
organizational skills; Sound interpersonal relations; Ability to work under
pressure; Time management; Problem solving; Analytical thinking; Accuracy
and attention to detail.
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 : Ms M.P. Khoza Tel No: (031) 372 3000
APPLICATIONS : Quoting the relevant reference number and courier your application to:
Physical address: Recruitment, First Floor, 2 Devonshire Place Off Anton
Lembede Street, Durban or drop-off on the above address OR
https://forms.office.com/r/X2XaVPasWu
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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