DPSA Office of the Chief Justice Department Circular 1 February 2024

APPLICATIONS

:

National Office: Midrand/Constitutional Court: Quoting the relevant reference

number, direct your application to: The Director: Human Resources, Office of the

Chief Justice, Private Bag X10, Marshalltown, 2107. Applications can also be hand

delivered to the Office of the Chief Justice, Human Resource Management, 188,

14th Road, Noordwyk, Midrand, 1685. Enquiries: Ms D Botha/Ms C Gideon/Ms L

Mothemane Tel No: (010) 493 2500/2528/2533

Gauteng/ Land Claims Court: Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your

application to: The Provincial Head, Office of the Chief Justice, Private Bag X7,

Johannesburg, 2000 or hand deliver applications to the 12th floor, Corner Pritchard

and Kruis street, Johannesburg. Enquiries: Ms T Mbalekwa Tel No: (011) 335-

0404

Eastern Cape: Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your application to:

The Provincial Head, Office of the Chief Justice, Private Bag X1, Vincent, 5247,

East London, or hand deliver applications to, Office of the Chief Justice, Provincial

Service Centre, 59 Western Avenue, Sanlam Park Building, 2nd Floor Vincent,

East London. Enquiries: Mr S Mponzo Tel No: (043) 726 5217

Western Cape: Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your application to:

The Provincial Head, Office of the Chief Justice, Private Bag X9020, Cape Town

8000. Applications can also be hand delivered to, Office of the Chief Justice

Provincial Service Centre, 30 Queen Victoria Street, Cape Town. Enquiries: Ms M

Baker Tel No: (021) 469 4000

KwaZulu-Natal: Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your application to:

The Provincial Head, Office of the Chief Justice, Private Bag X54372,, Durban,

4000, or hand deliver applications to the Office of the Chief Justice, Human

Resource Management, 1st floor, 2 Devonshire place, off Anton Lembede Street,

Durban. Enquiries: Ms L Marrie Tel No: (031) 372 3164

Bloemfontein/Supreme Court Of Appeal: Quoting the relevant reference

number, direct your application to: The Provincial Head, Office of the Chief Justice,

Private Bag X20612, Bloemfontein, 9300 or hand deliver applications to the Free

State High Court, Corner President Brand and Fontein Streets, Bloemfontein,

9301. Enquiries: Ms MA Luthuli/ Ms N De La Rey Tel No: (051) 406 8100

Northern Cape: Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your application to:

The Provincial Head, Office of the Chief Justice, Private Bag X5043, Kimberley,

8300 or hand deliver applications to the High Court Kimberley, Sol Plaaitjie Drive,

Room B107. Enquiries: Ms S Ruthven Tel No: (053) 807 2733

Polokwane: Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your application to: The

OCJ Provincial Head, Private Bag X9693, Polokwane, 0700, or hand deliver

applications to the Office of the Chief Justice Service Centre, High Court, Limpopo

Division, 36 Biccard and Bodenstein street Polokwane, 0699.Enquiries: Ms E

Kotze Tel No: (015) 230 4051

CLOSING DATE

:

15 February 2024

NOTE

:

Shortlisted candidates must be willing to undergo normal vetting and verification

processes, including a competency assessment for Senior Management Service.

Applications must be submitted on form Z83, obtainable from any Public Service

Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents. The completed and

signed form should be accompanied by a recently updated CV as well as certified

copies of all qualification/s and ID document (no copies of certified copies are

allowed, certification should not be more than three months old). Failure to submit

all the requested documents will result in the application not being considered.

Please indicate the reference number and position you are applying for on your

application form. 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

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closing date, as well as applications received via fax or email, will NOT be

considered or accepted.

OTHER POSTS

POST 04/37

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SENIOR ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER REF NO: 2024/390/OCJ

SALARY

:

R299 709 – R353 043 per annum. The successful candidate will be required to

sign a performance agreement

CENTRE

:

Labourt Court Port Elizabeth

REQUIREMENTS

:

A National Diploma/Degree qualification in Business Administration or related field,

2 to 3 years working experience in administration, a valid driver’s licence will be an

added advantage. Skills and Competencies: Planning and organising skills,

Customer services orientated, Decision making skills, Good communication skills

(verbal and written), Computer literacy, Good interpersonal skills and ability to work

under pressure.

DUTIES

:

Provision of support on Case flow management, Render administrative services

within the office, Provision of asset management, Provide financial and supply

chain management services in the office, Attend to related duties as assigned by

the office.

POST 04/38

:

SENIOR HUMAN RESOURCES PRACTITIONER: RECRUITMENT REF NO:

2024/391/OCJ

SALARY

:

R299 709 – R353 043 per annum. The successful candidate will be required to

sign a performance agreement

CENTRE

:

National Office: Midrand

REQUIREMENTS

:

A National Diploma/Degree in Human Resource Management/Public

Management, 2 to 3 years’ experience in an Human Resource Administration

environment. Persal training will be an added advantage.

DUTIES

:

Coordinate and administer the implementation of Recruitment & Selection, Ensure

the preparation and consolidation of recruitment reports, Maintain a record

management system, Manage, support and monitor performance of Recruitment

and Selection personnel.

POST 04/39

:

PRACTITIONER: RECRUITMENT REF NO: 2024/394/OCJ

SALARY

:

R242 475 – R285 630 per annum. The successful candidate will be required to

sign a performance agreement

CENTRE

:

National Office: Midrand

REQUIREMENTS

:

A National Diploma/Degree in Human Resource Management/Public

Management, 1-2 years’ experience in Human Resource Administration

environment, A valid driver’s license, Willing to travel.

DUTIES

:

Administer the implementation of Recruitment & Selection, Assist in preparation

and consolidation of reports and Maintain a proper record management system.

POST 04/40

:

JUDGES’ SECRETARY REF NO: 2024/395/OCJ

SALARY

:

R242 475 – R285 630 per annum. The successful candidate will be required to

sign a performance agreement.

CENTRE

:

Polokwane High Court

REQUIREMENTS

:

Grade 12 or NQF Level 4 qualification. 1 to 3 years Secretarial experience or Office

Assistant. LLB, or a minimum of 20 modules completed towards an LLB, BA or

BCom Law Degree and a valid driver’s licence will serve as an added advantage.

Results must be attached. Skills and Competencies: Proficiency in English and

Afrikaans, Computer Literacy (MS Word), Good communication skills (verbal and

written), Administrative and organizational skills; Problem solving and planning

skills; Decision making skills; Time management skills, Customer service

orientated, Assertiveness and decisiveness, Attention to detail and accuracy,

Initiative, Ability to remain calm under pressure.

DUTIES

:

Typing (or format) of draft memorandum on decisions, opinions or judgement

entries written by assigned Judge, administrator or staff attorney and modifies or

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corrects same as directed(including dicta typing); Arrange and diarize

appointments, meetings, official visits, and make travel and accommodation

arrangements, etc. Safeguarding of all case files and the endorsement of case files

with order made by Judge; Provide general secretarial/administrative duties to the

Judge; Update files, documents and provide copies of documents to the Registrar;

Accompany the Judge to Court and circuit Courts; After a case has been

completed and opinion, decision or judgement entry released, returns case file to

administration for returns to clerk’s office; Management of Judge’s vehicle, logbook

and the driving thereof; Compile data and prepares reports and documents for

assigned Judges as necessary, including expense reports, continuing legal hours,

financial disclosure statements, and case management; Cooperates with Judges,

Supervisors and co-workers as necessary to ensure the smooth and efficient

operation of the Court, Arrange receptions for the Judge, and his/her visitors and

attend to their needs, Manage of Judge’s library, Any other task for or allocated by

the Judge; Comply with Departmental Policies and procedures or guidelines for

the generated reports and indirectly oversee the monthly submission of data by

court administration personnel and project members.

POST 04/41

:

SENIOR COURT INTERPRETER REF NO: 2024/396/OCJ

SALARY

:

R242 475 – R285 630 per annum. The successful candidate will be required to

sign a performance agreement

CENTRE

:

Labour Court Durban

REQUIREMENTS

:

A National Diploma: Legal Interpreting at NQF level 5 or equivalent relevant

qualification and a minimum of 3 years practical experience in Court Interpreting

or Grade 12 / NQF Level 4 qualification and ten (10) years practical experience in

Court Interpreting, Proficiency in English and two or more indigenous languages,

A valid driver’s license will be an added advantage. Knowledge of any foreign

language or sign language will be an added advantage, Candidates will be

required to undergo oral and written languages proficiency testing. Skills and

competencies: Excellent communication skills(written and verbal), Computer

literacy(MS Office), Good interpersonal relations, Ability to work under pressure

and solve problems, Accuracy and attention to detail, Customer services, Planning

and organizing skills, Confidentiality, Analytical thinking, Listening skills, Time

management and Ability to work under pressure.

DUTIES

:

Render Interpreting services in Criminal court, Civil court, Labour and Quasi

proceedings, interpreting during consultation, Translate legal documents and

exhibits,; Assist with reconstruction of court records, Develop terminology, Control

and supervision of interpreters, perform specific line and administrative support

functions to the Judiciary, Court Manager and supervisor.

POST 04/42

:

HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER (HRD AND PMDS) REF NO: 2024/397/OCJ

SALARY

:

R163 563 – R192 666 per annum. The successful candidate will be required to

sign a performance agreement

CENTRE

:

National Office: Midrand

REQUIREMENTS

:

Grade 12 or NQF Level 4 qualification. National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in HRM,

Public Administration or relevant qualification in Human Resource Management

and Development environment will be an added advantage. Skills and

Competencies: Good Communication skills, Planning and organising skills, Good

interpersonal skills, Computer literacy including MS word, EXCEL and PowerPoint,

Be able to pay attention to detail and work within deadlines, Knowledge of HRM/D

Legislations and Policies, Knowledge and understanding of concepts of HRD and

PMDS, Ability to adapt to Change, Ability to interpret Policies and Legislation,

Client and costumer orientated, Ability to analyse information, Identify and solve

problems, logically and Ability to work under pressure.

DUTIES

:

Assist to coordinate and administer Human Resource Management and

Development in the Department; Administer internal Bursaries in the Department;

Assist to coordinate and develop the Departmental Induction and Compulsory

Induction Programme database; Render PMDS administration.

POST 04/43

:

ADMINISTRATION CLERK (CRT) (X2 POSTS)

SALARY

:

R163 563 – R192 666 per annum. The successful candidate will be required to sign

a performance agreement

CENTRE

:

Polokwane High Court Ref No: 2024/398/OCJ

Gauteng Local Division Johannesburg Ref No: 2024/399/OCJ

REQUIREMENTS

:

Grade 12 or NQF Level 4 qualification. Skills and Competencies: Computer literacy

(Microsoft Office), Operational knowledge of operating a CRT machine, Good

problem solving skills, Accuracy and attention to detail, Operational knowledge of

operating a CRT machine, Effective communication skills (written and verbal),

Good interpersonal skills, Time Management and ability to work under pressure

and flexibility.

DUTIES

:

Prepare court before proceedings, Obtain court roll and attend to court as

allocated, Test machine and ensure fully functioning machinery, Capture

information of cases in court, Perform digital recording of court proceedings and

ensure integrity of such documents, with correct annotations and in accordance

with proceeding, Listen to adjournment, Ensure that recordings are saved in

accordance with prescripts, Provide administrative support in circuit courts, Assist

the Judge in his/her preparation for court, Attend to the administering of oath in

court, Attend to the collection of court files, heads of argument and other important

documentation, Attend to the completion of official documents such as J7,SAP69,

Warrants, etc. Collect, collate and submit statistics on court proceedings and cases

decided in chambers.

POST 04/44

:

ADMINISTRATION CLERK: LEGAL SERVICES REF NO: 2024/400/OCJ

SALARY

:

R163 563 – R192 666 per annum (all-inclusive remuneration package). The

successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement

CENTRE

:

National Office: Midrand

REQUIREMENTS

:

Grade 12 or NQF Level 4 qualification. A LLB degree or 4 (four) year recognized

legal qualification will serve as an added advantage.

DUTIES

:

Assist Legal Services Unit with day to day administrative tasks, Secretariat support

and document management, Management of all incoming and outgoing

correspondence for the unit, Provide secretariat support to management

structures, Organise and maintain the filing system and records, Arrange and the

coordinate meetings of the Unit, Manage stationery, Office equipment,; Coordinate

corporate support service activities for the Legal Unit. Skills and Competencies:

Computer literacy, Good communication skills (written and verbal), Good reporting

skills and creative and analytical thinking skills.

POST 04/45

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ADMINISTRATION CLERK: FACILITIES REF NO: 2024/401/OCJ

SALARY

:

R163 563 – R192 666 per annum. The successful candidate will be required to

sign a performance agreement

CENTRE

:

National Office: Midrand

REQUIREMENTS

:

Grade 12 or NQF Level 4 qualification.

DUTIES

:

Provide a coordinated administrative support service to the Directorate Facilities,

Security and Auxiliary Services, Provide administrative support to the Director.

Provide supply chain clerical support services within the component; Provide

personnel administrative clerical support services within the component; Provide

financial administration support services in the component, Record; organise;

store; capture and retrieve correspondence and data; Update registers and

statistics; Handle routine enquiries; Make photocopies and receive or send

facsimiles; Distribute documents/packages to various stakeholders as required;

Keep and maintain the filing system for the component; Type letters and/or other

correspondence when required; Keep and maintain the incoming and outgoing

document register of the component.

POST 04/46

:

DATA CAPTURER (X14 POSTS)

SALARY

:

R163 563 – R192 666 per annum. The successful candidate will be required to

sign a performance agreement

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CENTRE

:

Polokwane High Court Ref No: 2024/402/OCJ (X1 Post)

Pietermarizburg High Court Ref No: 2024/403/OCJ (X1 Post)

Durban High Court Ref No: 2024/404/OCJ (X2 Posts)

Western Cape High Court Ref No: 2024/405/OCJ (X2 Posts)

Northwest High Court Ref No: 2024/406/OCJ (X1 Post)

Mthatha High Court Ref No: 2024/407/OCJ (X1 Post)

Grahamstown High Court Ref No: 2024/408/OCJ (X1 Post)

Bloemfontein High Court Ref No: 2024/409/OCJ (X1 Post)

Constitutional Court Ref No: 2024/410/OCJ (X1 Post)

Kimberley High Court Ref No: 2024/411/OCJ (X1 Post)

Gauteng Division Pretoria Ref No: 2024/412/OCJ (X1 Post)

Gauteng Local Division Johannesburg Ref No: 2024/413/OCJ (X1 Post)

REQUIREMENTS

:

Grade 12 or NQF Level 4 qualification. Knowledge of clerical duties, practices as

well as the ability to capture data, Knowledge and understanding of legal

framework governing the public service. Skills and Competencies: Good

communication skills, Good interpersonal skills, Problem solving skills, Customer

service and attention to details.

DUTIES

:

Render data capturing services, Effective use of technology, Contribute to

organizational efficiency and work distribution, General administration functions,

Capture and update data on computer, Generate spread sheets, Update the

system on all data sets, Validate data(for quality purpose) to ensure correctness,

completeness and consistency, Compile routine statistical information/ reports,

Receive , register and track records or documents submitted for further processing

in the administration component of the institution, Capture routine transactions on

computer such as the transfer of information from manual records to electronic

record, Provide routine and administrative maintenance services, Update and file

records, Continuous updating of information on computer for reporting purposes

and retrieve information required.

POST 04/47

:

ADMINISTRATION CLERK REF NO: 2024/414/OCJ

SALARY

:

R163 563 – R192 666 per annum. The successful candidate will be required to

sign a performance agreement

CENTRE

:

High Court: Mthatha

REQUIREMENTS

:

Grade 12 or NQF Level 4 qualification, Computer skills.

DUTIES

:

Responsible for receiving and recording all invoices in the register, Follow up

invoices and make sure that they are paid within 30 days, Complete and submit

invoice register weekly, Request quotations for procurement, Prepare manual

requisition and ensure capturing on JYP, Prepare and process payments on BAS,

Request reports from BAS, Process S&T claims for Judges and officials, Issue

receipts for all monies paid in Cash Hall, Complete J49 and pay witnesses

thereafter, Replenish petty cash, Collect and provide the Court Manager with

statistics for Finance Section, Perform any duties when requested by the Court

Manager.

POST 04/48

:

USHER MESSENGER REF NO: 2024/415/OCJ

SALARY

:

R115 437 – R135 981 per annum. The successful candidate will be required to

sign a performance agreement

CENTRE

:

Land Claims Court: Randburg

REQUIREMENTS

:

Grade 12 or NQF Level 4 qualification and a valid drivers’licence. . 1 year relevant

court exposure is an added advantage. Skills and Competencies: Knowledge of

relevant legislation, Planning and organisation skills, Problem solving and

analysis, Time management, Client orientation and customer focus, report writing

skills, Communication skills and Good Interpersonal skills.

DUTIES

:

Escorting of Judges to the court rooms; Rendering of administrative support

functions to the Judges and the court room crew; Maintenance of court room’s

records; Facilitation of smooth-running of the court room; Collection and

distribution of court files.