JOBS AT OFFICE OF THE CHIEF JUSTICE
SUMMARY OF JOB POSTS LISTED
Office of the Chief Justice Vacancies 2026: Government Employment Opportunities
The Office of the Chief Justice (OCJ) has released a notice inviting suitably qualified candidates to apply for a range of government vacancies available across South Africa. These posts span national, provincial, and court-based environments and offer competitive remuneration packages and long-term career development within the public service.
The OCJ is committed to Employment Equity and encourages applications from women, youth, and persons with disabilities.
Closing Date
13 March 2026
Applications received after this date will not be considered.
Available Positions
1. Chief Registrar
Reference: 2025/415/OCJ
Location: Supreme Court of Appeal, Bloemfontein
Salary: R586 956 – R1 386 972 per annum (MR6)
Requirements:
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LLB or equivalent SAQA-recognised legal qualification
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Minimum of 8 years post-graduate experience as a Registrar
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Proven management experience
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Valid driver’s license
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LLM degree (advantageous)
Key Responsibilities:
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Oversee case flow management at the Supreme Court of Appeal
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Manage registrars, clerks, and court efficiency initiatives
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Implement court directives and strategic objectives
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Engage stakeholders and manage staff performance
Application Email: 2025/415/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
2. Assistant Director: Organisational Development (24-Month Contract)
Reference: 2025/416/OCJ
Location: National Office, Midrand
Salary: R468 459 – R551 823 per annum + 37% benefits (Level 09)
Requirements:
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National Diploma (NQF 6) in Management or related field
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3 years’ experience in Organisational Development
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At least 1 year supervisory experience
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Job Evaluation Certificate
Key Responsibilities:
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Develop and review organisational structures
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Conduct job evaluations and work study investigations
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Facilitate change management initiatives
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Support organisational development policy formulation
Application Email: 2025/416/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
3. Senior Organisational Development Practitioner (24-Month Contract)
Reference: 2025/417/OCJ
Location: National Office, Midrand
Salary: R397 116 – R467 790 per annum + 37% benefits (Level 08)
Requirements:
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National Diploma (NQF 6) in Management or related field
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Minimum of 2 years’ Organisational Development experience
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Valid driver’s license
Key Responsibilities:
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Conduct functional analysis and job evaluations
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Maintain job description databases
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Support business process mapping and change management
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Provide secretariat services to Job Evaluation Panels
Application Email: 2025/417/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
4. Senior Court Interpreter
Reference: 2025/418/OCJ
Location: Mbombela High Court
Salary: R325 101 – R382 959 per annum (Level 07)
Requirements:
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National Diploma in Legal Interpreting (NQF 6)
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Minimum of 1 year court interpreting experience
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Proficiency in English and at least two indigenous languages
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Afrikaans proficiency (advantageous)
Key Responsibilities:
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Provide interpreting services in criminal, civil, and labour courts
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Translate legal documents and court exhibits
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Assist with reconstruction of court records
Application Email: 2025/418/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
5. Secretary
Reference: 2025/419/OCJ
Location: Mpumalanga Provincial Service Centre
Salary: R228 321 – R268 950 per annum (Level 05)
Requirements:
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Grade 12 certificate
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No prior experience required
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Secretarial qualification (advantageous)
Key Responsibilities:
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Provide secretarial and administrative support
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Manage correspondence, diaries, and meetings
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Compile reports, minutes, and official documentation
Application Email: 2025/419/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
Application Procedure
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Applications must be submitted on the new Z83 form
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Attach a comprehensive and recent CV
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Submit all documents as one PDF file
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Clearly state the job title and reference number
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Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
Important Information
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Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted
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Shortlisted candidates will undergo pre-entry assessments
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Successful candidates must sign a performance agreement
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The OCJ complies with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA)
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