The Office of the Chief Justice (OCJ) is inviting applications for several new vacancies at the Supreme Court of Appeal and the Gauteng Division of the High Court, Pretoria.
The OCJ is an equal opportunity employer. In filling these posts, preference may be given to women, persons with disabilities and youth, in line with its Employment Equity targets.
🗓 Closing date: 12 December 2025
📍 Locations: Bloemfontein (Supreme Court of Appeal) & Pretoria (Gauteng Division of the High Court)
Overview of OCJ Vacancies (Circular 44 of 2025)
| Post | Reference | Centre | Salary Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Director: Auxiliary Services | 2025/350/OCJ | Supreme Court of Appeal | R468 459 – R551 823 (Level 09) |
| Administrative Officer | 2025/351/OCJ | Gauteng Division of the High Court, Pretoria | R325 101 – R382 959 (Level 07) |
| Registrar’s Clerk | 2025/352/OCJ | Supreme Court of Appeal | R228 321 – R268 950 (Level 05) |
🔁 Note: The Assistant Director: Auxiliary Services post is a re-advertisement – candidates who previously applied are encouraged to re-apply.
Important Application Instructions
Before you apply, take note of these key requirements from the Office of the Chief Justice:
- ✅ Use the new Z83 application form only (downloadable from judiciary.org.za or dpsa.gov.za).
- ✅ Attach a recent, comprehensive CV with contactable references (phone numbers and email addresses).
- ✅ Do NOT attach certified copies at application stage – these will only be required from shortlisted candidates before the interview.
- ✅ The Z83 must be fully completed, signed and initialled on both pages – incomplete or unsigned forms will lead to disqualification.
- ✅ Clearly indicate:
- The correct job title
- The centre
- The reference number (e.g. 2025/350/OCJ)
- ✅ Send your documents as one PDF file.
All shortlisted candidates will undergo:
- Personnel suitability checks (criminal record, financial checks, qualifications, citizenship, reference checks)
- Security clearance (within three months after appointment)
- A pre-entry practical exercise as part of the assessment
1. Assistant Director: Auxiliary Services – Supreme Court of Appeal
Post: Assistant Director: Auxiliary Services (Re-advertisement)
Reference: 2025/350/OCJ
Salary: R468 459 – R551 823 per annum (Level 09)
Centre: Supreme Court of Appeal, Bloemfontein
Minimum Requirements
- Grade 12, plus a three-year Degree/Diploma in:
- Public Management,
- Public Administration, or
- Related field, NQF level 6 (360 credits) recognised by SAQA
- At least 3 years’ experience in a corporate management/auxiliary services environment
- Of which 2 years must be at supervisory level
- Experience in financial management will be an added advantage
- A valid driver’s licence
Skills & Competencies
- Knowledge of:
- Human Resource Management
- Financial Management
- Asset Management
- Supply Chain Management
- Facilities and Security Management
- Strong:
- Communication skills (verbal and written)
- Administration and organisational skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Report writing skills
- Ability to:
- Work under pressure and meet strict deadlines
- Pay attention to detail
- Make decisions and solve problems
- Computer literacy (MS Office)
- Innovative, self-driven and able to supervise staff
Key Duties
- Manage and coordinate HR management and development matters:
- Recruitment and selection
- Service benefits
- PMDS (Performance Management and Development System)
- Manage and oversee finance processes at the court
- Manage Supply Chain Management processes
- Monitor compliance with Service Level Agreements (SLAs)
- Coordinate and facilitate internal audit and risk management services
- Oversee infrastructure, facilities and security services
- Develop and oversee disaster management and contingency plans
- Ensure compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act
- Ensure proper records management and messenger services
- Manage transport services
- Assist with implementation and monitoring of internal controls
- Help resolve audit queries and ensure accurate documentation
- Supervise and manage auxiliary services personnel
Where to Apply
📧 Email: 2025/350/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
📞 Enquiries: Ms N. De La Rey – (051) 492 4523
📝 OCJ will give preference to candidates in line with its Employment Equity goals.
2. Administrative Officer – Gauteng Division of the High Court, Pretoria
Post: Administrative Officer
Reference: 2025/351/OCJ
Salary: R325 101 – R382 959 per annum (Level 07)
Centre: Gauteng Division of the High Court, Pretoria
Minimum Requirements
- Grade 12, plus a:
- National Diploma in Public Management/Administration or equivalent (NQF 6)
- At least 1 year of administration experience
- A valid driver’s licence will be an added advantage
Skills & Competencies
- Excellent:
- Verbal and written communication
- Planning, organising and control skills
- Numerical skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Strong:
- Customer service orientation
- Conflict management
- Work ethic and professionalism
- Ability to:
- Work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Maintain confidentiality
- Computer literacy (MS Office)
Key Duties
This post focuses on managing the Digital Court Recording System (DCRS) and support functions:
- Train newly appointed DCRS Administration Clerks on:
- Technical use of court recording machines
- Administrative processes
- Ensure daily testing of all court recording machines before court sits:
- Check microphones and audio quality
- Ensure clerks are in court 15 minutes before proceedings
- Troubleshoot basic technical issues and log calls to the helpdesk where necessary
- Ensure clerks:
- Use headphones during proceedings
- Regularly play back recordings to monitor audio quality
- Ensure court recordings are backed up and stored systematically
- Manage:
- Upload of recordings to local servers
- Download of recordings to CDs/USBs
- Facilitate transcription of judgments and maintain:
- Clear labelling of CDs and transcripts
- Secure storage in an access-controlled strong room
- Manage the transcription register and monitor:
- Turnaround times
- Compliance with SLAs (and implement penalties if needed)
- Liaise with requesters upon receipt of transcribed records
- Follow up invoices with transcribers and ensure payment within 30 days
- General staff supervision:
- Allocate duties
- Perform quality control
- Manage leave, performance, conduct and discipline
- Ensure staff training and development
- Develop and monitor work systems and processes for efficient functioning
- Respond to enquiries and provide guidance on asset allocation and control
Where to Apply
📧 Email: 2025/351/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
📞 Technical enquiries: Ms P.N. Shandu – (012) 315 7602
📞 HR enquiries: Ms T. Mbalekwa – (010) 494 8515
3. Registrar’s Clerk – Supreme Court of Appeal
Post: Registrar’s Clerk
Reference: 2025/352/OCJ
Salary: R228 321 – R268 950 per annum (Level 05)
Centre: Supreme Court of Appeal, Bloemfontein
Minimum Requirements
- Grade 12 / Matric, or equivalent qualification
- The following will be an added advantage:
- LLB degree
- At least one year’s experience in:
- General administration, or
- Court-related functions
- Understanding of:
- Appeal processes
- Petition procedures
Skills & Competencies
- Good:
- Administrative and organisational skills
- Verbal and written communication
- Interpersonal and public relations skills
- Numerical skills
- Ability to:
- Work under pressure
- Solve problems
- Pay attention to detail
- Computer literacy (MS Office)
- Customer service orientated
Key Duties
- Provide efficient and effective support services to the court
- Attend to stakeholder enquiries and correspondence
- Ensure proper filing and safekeeping of all court records
- Administer and file:
- Appeals
- Applications for leave to appeal
- Perform general administrative duties as required
Where to Apply
📧 Email: 2025/352/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
📞 Technical enquiries: Ms S.R. Basson – (051) 492 4623
📞 HR enquiries: Ms N. De La Rey / Ms D.S.J. Peters – (051) 492 4523
📝 Preference will be given to candidates in line with the OCJ’s Employment Equity goals.