The Department of Justice and Constitutional Development (DOJ&CD) is recruiting dynamic individuals to strengthen access to justice, uphold the rule of law, and support state litigation and advisory services. If you’re passionate about public service and meet the requirements, submit your application online before the closing date.
| Employer: | Department of Justice and Constitutional Development (National) |
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| Closing Date: | 24 November 2025 |
| Location: | Northern Cape (Kimberley, Upington, Douglas, Carnarvon, Kuruman, Colesberg, Hopetown, Galeshewe, Sutherland) |
Cluster Manager: Court Interpreting (Ref No: 37/25/NC/UPT)
Centre: Magistrate’s Office: Upington (Upington Cluster)
Salary: R468 459 – R551 823 per annum (performance agreement required)
Requirements
- NQF Level 4/Grade 12.
- National Diploma: Legal Interpreting (NQF 5) or other relevant NQF 5 qualification.
- Proficiency in English and two or more indigenous languages.
- 6 years’ experience as a Court Interpreter, of which 3 years at supervisory level.
- Valid driver’s licence.
- Skills & Competencies: MS Office, excellent verbal/written communication, listening and time management, analytical/problem-solving abilities, planning/organising, confidentiality, ability to work under pressure, art of interpreting.
Duties
- Manage the cluster’s legal interpreting and language services.
- Develop and implement the business plan for interpreting/language services.
- Manage human and non-human resources.
- Oversee training and development of court interpreters.
- Ensure compliance with the code of conduct.
Enquiries: Mr Matjelo Mokgola, Tel: (053) 802 1300
Principal Court Interpreter (Ref No: 42/25/NC/KIM)
Centre: Magistrate’s Office: Kimberley
Salary: R397 116 – R467 790 per annum (performance agreement required)
Requirements
- NQF Level 4/Grade 12.
- National Diploma: Legal Interpreting (NQF 5) or relevant NQF 5 qualification.
- Proficiency in English and two (2) or more indigenous languages.
- 5 years practical experience as Court Interpreter, including 2 years supervisory experience.
- Valid driver’s licence.
- Skills & Competencies: Communication, listening, interpersonal skills, time management, MS Office, analytical and problem-solving skills, planning/organising, confidentiality, ability to work under pressure, art of interpreting.
Duties
- Manage and supervise interpreters.
- Render interpreting services and translate legal documents/exhibits.
- Develop terminology and assist with reconstruction of court records.
- Handle personnel administration and people management.
- Procure foreign and casual language interpreters.
Enquiries: Mr M. Mokgola, Tel: (053) 802 1300
Maintenance Officer (MR1 – MR5) (X2 Posts)
- Douglas (serving Groblershoop & Kenhardt) — Ref No: 34/25/NC/UPT
- Upington (serving Hopetown, Griekwastad & Prieska) — Ref No: 35/25/NC/DOU
Salary: R252 855 – R1 111 323 per annum (OSD applies; performance agreement required)
Requirements
- LLB Degree or four-year recognised legal qualification.
- Knowledge of the maintenance system, Maintenance Act, and family law.
- Understanding of services and procedures in Maintenance.
- Proficiency in at least two official languages.
- Valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel extensively.
- Skills & Competencies: MS Office, strong written/oral communication, numeracy, interpersonal relations, problem-solving, report writing, time management, accuracy and attention to detail.
Duties
- Exercise powers/functions of a Maintenance Officer (Maintenance Act).
- Obtain financial information for maintenance enquiries.
- Guide Maintenance Investigators.
- Appear in Maintenance Court and conduct proceedings.
- Implement Bench Orders and compile statistics.
Enquiries: Mr R. Motlekar, Tel: (053) 802 1300
Debt Collection Clerk (Ref No: 38/25/NC/SA-KIM)
Centre: State Attorney: Kimberley
Salary: R228 321 – R268 950 per annum (performance agreement required)
Requirements
- Grade 12 or equivalent.
- 7–12 months appropriate work experience.
- Skills & Competencies: MS Office, strong verbal/written communication, customer relations, accuracy and attention to detail, problem analysis, planning and organising, teamwork, ability to work under pressure.
Duties
- Execute office debt collection processes.
- Draft routine correspondence, reports and pleadings (summons, warrants, judgments, s65 notices).
- Draft affidavits; maintain clerical administration for debt collection.
- Manage filing systems and render financial accounting transactions.
- Calculate payments/interest; consult clients/debtors to negotiate payments.
Enquiries: Ms K. Fritz, Tel: (053) 802 1300
Court Interpreter (Ref No: 36/25/NC/GAL)
Centre: Magistrate’s Office: Galeshewe
Salary: R228 321 – R268 950 per annum (performance agreement required)
Requirements
- NQF Level 4/Grade 12 or equivalent.
- Proficiency in English and one or more indigenous languages.
- Three months’ practical experience and driver’s licence are added advantages.
- Preference for local languages; language test will be administered.
- Skills & Competencies: MS Office, written/verbal communication, administration/organising, interpersonal relations, accuracy and attention to detail.
Duties
- Interpret in Criminal, Civil and Labour Courts and quasi-judicial proceedings.
- Interpret during consultations; translate legal documents/exhibits.
- Record cases in criminal record book; prepare/draw case records.
- Keep statistics and maintain records.
Enquiries: Mr N. Leshage, Tel: (053) 802 1300
Administration Clerk – CRT (X7 Posts)
Centres & Refs:
- Carnarvon — Ref No: 29/25/NC/CAR (X1)
- Kuruman — Ref No: 30/25/NC/KUR (X1)
- Colesberg — Ref No: 31/25/NC/COL (X1)
- Hopetown — Ref No: 32/25/NC/HPT (X1)
- Galeshewe — Ref No: 33/25/NC/GAL (X2)
- Sutherland — Ref No: 41/25/NC/SUT (X1)
Salary: R228 321 – R268 950 per annum (performance agreement required)
Requirements
- Grade 12 or equivalent.
- Skills & Competencies: Written/verbal communication, MS Office, strong interpersonal and public-relations skills, ability to work under pressure and solve problems, customer service, document management, planning/organising, accuracy and attention to detail.
Duties
- Prepare recordings of court proceedings.
- Provide clerical and administrative support.
- File/store and ensure safekeeping of court documents.
Enquiries: Mr Y. Ajimudin, Tel: (053) 802 1300
How to Apply
Online submission (preferred):
Apply via the DOJ&CD online application form: Submit your application
Or deliver/post for Northern Cape posts:
Postal: The Provincial Head: Justice and Constitutional Development, Private Bag X6106, Kimberley, 8300
Hand Delivery: New Public Buildings (Magistrates Court), corner Knight & Stead Streets, 7th Floor, Kimberley, 8301
Application Checklist
- Submit a completed and signed new Z83 form (downloadable from www.gov.za) and a detailed CV only at application stage.
- Do not attach certified copies initially; these will be requested from shortlisted candidates before the interview.
- Foreign qualifications must be accompanied by a SAQA evaluation (when requested).
- SMS posts: Pre-entry certificate from the National School of Government (NSG) required prior to appointment.
- All shortlisted candidates may undergo technical/competency assessments, security clearance, and financial disclosure (where applicable).
- The DOJ&CD is an equal opportunity employer; women and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
- If you do not hear back within 3 months of the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.
- For posted applications, applicants are encouraged to use courier services due to postal delays.