The Department of Justice and Constitutional Development (DOJ&CD) is hiring across several provinces for senior management and administrative positions. If you’re passionate about access to justice, constitutionalism and public service, these vacancies are a great opportunity to grow your career in government.
🗓 Closing date for all posts: 15 December 2025
📍 Posts available in: Free State, KwaZulu-Natal, Mpumalanga, North West, Gauteng and Western Cape
How to Apply for DOJ&CD Vacancies
All applications must include:
- A completed and signed new Z83 form (download from www.gov.za)
- A detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV)
✅ Do NOT attach certified copies of your ID, Senior Certificate, qualifications or driver’s licence at application stage.
These will only be requested from shortlisted candidates before the interview.
You can apply in two ways:
- Online (preferred):
Complete the DOJ&CD application form here:
👉https://forms.office.com/r/X2XaVPasWu - By post/hand delivery:
- Send or deliver your application to the specific address listed for each post (Provincial Head Office or National Office).
Additional notes:
- Foreign qualifications must be accompanied by a SAQA evaluation (for shortlisted candidates).
- SMS posts (Director / some Deputy Director posts) require a Nyukela pre-entry certificate from the National School of Government.
- All shortlisted candidates will undergo:
- Technical/competency assessments
- Security clearance
- Possible financial disclosure (for SMS)
The DOJ&CD is an equal opportunity employer. Women and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply, and Employment Equity targets will be considered.
1. Director: Human Resource Management and Development
Post: Director: Human Resource Management and Development
Reference: 25/48/FS
Salary: R1 266 714 – R1 492 122 per annum (all-inclusive SMS package)
Centre: Provincial Office, Bloemfontein (Free State)
Minimum Requirements
- NQF Level 7 undergraduate qualification in:
- Labour Relations /
- Human Resource Development /
- Human Resource Management /
- Industrial and Organisational Psychology
- Nyukela certificate (SMS pre-entry) – required before appointment
- 5 years’ experience at middle/senior management level
- Strong knowledge of:
- Labour Relations Act
- Employment Equity Act
- Basic Conditions of Employment Act
- Skills Development Act
- Employee Health and Wellness Framework
- Public Service Act, PFMA, Treasury Regulations
Key Duties
- Manage the Human Resource Administration function in the province.
- Implement HR Development and Performance Management Systems.
- Promote sound labour relations and resolve employee relations matters.
- Implement Employee Health and Wellness programmes.
- Provide overall people management and HR strategic support.
Where to Apply
📮 Postal / Hand delivery:
The Director: Human Resource,
Private Bag X20578, Bloemfontein, 9300
108 St Andrew Street, Bloemfontein
🌐 Online: https://forms.office.com/r/X2XaVPasWu
2. Director: Finance – KwaZulu-Natal
Post: Director: Finance
Reference: 25/40/KZN
Salary: R1 266 714 – R1 492 122 per annum (all-inclusive SMS package)
Centre: Provincial Office – Durban (KwaZulu-Natal)
Minimum Requirements
- NQF Level 7 qualification in:
- Financial Management / Financial Accounting / Internal Audit
- Nyukela SMS pre-entry certificate – required before appointment
- 5 years’ middle/senior management experience in a financial management environment
- In-depth knowledge of:
- Budgeting and financial management principles
- PFMA, Treasury Regulations
- Public Service Act and Regulations
Key Duties
- Manage the provincial budget and expenditure patterns.
- Oversee asset management and supply chain management services.
- Manage and monitor Third Party Funds (TPF).
- Oversee human, financial and other resources in the Finance unit.
Where to Apply
📍 Courier / Drop-off:
Recruitment, 1st Floor, 2 Devonshire Place,
off Anton Lembede Street, Durban
🌐 Online: https://forms.office.com/r/X2XaVPasWu
3. Director: Court Operations (x2 Posts)
Post: Director: Court Operations
Salary: R1 266 714 – R1 492 122 per annum (all-inclusive SMS package)
Centres & References:
- Mpumalanga Provincial Office – Nelspruit
- Ref: 2025/02/MP (X1 Post)
- North West Provincial Office
- Ref: 25/VA41/NW (X1 Post)
Minimum Requirements
- NQF Level 7 qualification in Public Management / Public Administration
- Nyukela SMS pre-entry certificate – required before appointment
- At least 5 years’ experience at middle/senior management in a court management environment
- Knowledge of:
- Constitutional, criminal, civil and family law processes
- Court governance and operations
- PFMA, Treasury Regulations and budget management
Key Duties
- Manage court operations across the province.
- Oversee infrastructure, facilities and auxiliary services for courts.
- Manage security and risk at all courts.
- Oversee ICT services related to courts.
- Manage stakeholder and customer relations with justice partners.
- Manage human, financial and physical resources in the Directorate.
Where to Apply
Mpumalanga
📮 Provincial Head, DOJ&CD,
Private Bag X11249, Nelspruit, 1200
4th Floor, Nedbank Building, 24 Brown Street, Nelspruit
North West
📮 Provincial Head,
Private Bag X2033, Mmabatho, 2735
22 Molopo Road, Ayob Gardens, Mafikeng
🌐 Online for both: https://forms.office.com/r/X2XaVPasWu
🔁 Remember: submit separate applications for each province/reference number.
4. Deputy Director: Language Services – North West
Post: Deputy Director: Language Services
Reference: 25/VA37/NW
Salary: R896 436 – R1 055 958 per annum (all-inclusive MMS package)
Centre: Provincial Office, North West (Mmabatho)
Minimum Requirements
- NQF Level 6 / Degree in:
- Translation / Language Practice / BA Languages / Linguistics
- At least 3 years’ experience at Assistant Director level
- Knowledge of:
- Language policy frameworks
- Constitution and legal language requirements
- PFMA, Treasury Regulations, Public Service Act & Regulations
Key Duties
- Develop language and court interpreting strategies and policies.
- Monitor and report on implementation of language and interpreting services.
- Promote language policy awareness in the province.
- Manage stakeholder and customer relations for language services.
- Oversee human, financial and other resources.
5. Deputy Director: Judicial Planning and Support – National Office
Post: Deputy Director: Judicial Planning and Support
Reference: 25/124/CA
Salary: R896 436 – R1 055 958 per annum (all-inclusive MMS package)
Centre: National Office, Pretoria
Minimum Requirements
- NQF Level 7 LLB degree
- At least 3 years’ managerial (Assistant Director) experience in the civil justice environment
- Strong knowledge of:
- Civil justice systems and court administration
- PFMA, Treasury Regulations, Public Service Act & Regulations
- Interpretation of statutes and the Constitution
Key Duties
- Review and develop civil justice system policy and strategy.
- Implement and monitor the Civil Justice Strategy and performance.
- Draft and review civil justice, court administration and judicial policies.
- Manage human, finance and other resources in the unit.
6. Chief Administration Clerk – Atamelang
Post: Chief Administration Clerk
Reference: 25/VA40/NW
Salary: R325 101 – R382 959 per annum
Centre: Magistrate’s Office, Atamelang (North West)
Minimum Requirements
- Grade 12 / Matric
- 3 years’ administration experience
- Knowledge of PFMA, Treasury Regulations, Public Service Act and DFIs.
Key Duties
- Supervise and provide general clerical support services.
- Oversee Supply Chain Management clerical functions.
- Supervise HR administration support within the component.
- Supervise financial administration support services.
- Provide effective people management and staff supervision.
7. Secretary to the Director: Finance – North West
Post: Secretary to the Director: Finance
Reference: 25/VA38/NW
Salary: R228 321 – R268 950 per annum
Centre: Provincial Office, Mafikeng (North West)
Minimum Requirements
- Grade 12 with typing as a subject, or a Secretarial Certificate
Key Duties
- Provide secretarial and receptionist support to the Director: Finance.
- Handle diary management, meeting arrangements and travel bookings.
- Provide general clerical support (typing, filing, correspondence, presentations).
- Assist with meeting documentation and follow-ups.
8. Registry Clerk – State Attorney, Cape Town
Post: Registry Clerk
Reference: 77/2025/SA/WC
Salary: R228 321 – R268 950 per annum
Centre: Office of the State Attorney, Cape Town
Minimum Requirements
- Grade 12 / Matric
Key Duties
- Provide registry counter services.
- Handle incoming and outgoing correspondence.
- Maintain an effective filing and records management system.
- Operate office machines linked to registry (e.g. scanners).
- Process documents for archiving and disposal.
9. E-Scheduler Clerk (x2 Posts) – Gauteng
Post: E-Scheduler Clerk
Salary: R228 321 – R268 950 per annum
Centres & References:
- Magistrate’s Office Protea – Ref: 2025/80/GP (X1 Post)
- Magistrate’s Office Palm Ridge – Ref: 2025/84/GP (X1 Post)
Minimum Requirements
- Grade 12 / Matric
Key Duties
- Capture new cases daily on the E-Scheduler system and other court books.
- Conduct data integrity and charge sheet audits.
- Provide general administrative support to court management.
- Safeguard charge sheets, keys, stationery and IT equipment.
Final Tips Before You Apply
- Use the correct reference number exactly as in the advert.
- Complete every part of the Z83 and sign it.
- Tailor your CV to match the duties and requirements of each post.
- Submit separate applications for each vacancy you are interested in.