The Office of the Chief Justice Vacancies give qualified professionals a chance to support South Africa’s Constitutional democracy through the judiciary. If you have experience in security management, facilities management, HR, legal administration or court operations, this is your opportunity to join a national team that supports the courts across all provinces. Women, youth and persons with disabilities are especially encouraged to apply before 22 December 2025.
Vacancy Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Employer | Office of the Chief Justice (OCJ) |
| Closing Date | 22 December 2025 |
| Location | National Office: Midrand and Provincial Service Centres in Gauteng, Mpumalanga, Free State, Northern Cape, Western Cape, KwaZulu-Natal, Eastern Cape, North West, Limpopo |
General Application Guidelines
- All applications must be on the new Z83 form (old Z83 will not be accepted).
- Z83 must be fully completed, signed and initialled on both pages.
- Attach a recent comprehensive CV only (with contactable referees and contact details).
- Place Z83 and CV together in one PDF document.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be asked to submit certified copies of qualifications and other documents before or on the interview day.
- All shortlisted candidates will undertake a pre-entry practical exercise to test technical and generic competence.
- Successful candidates will sign an employment contract and performance agreement and undergo security clearance after appointment.
- If you are not contacted within 3 months of the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.
Deputy Director: Security Management – National Office
Deputy Director: Security Management
- Reference: 2025/353/OCJ
- Salary: R896 436 – R1 055 958 per annum (Level 11), all-inclusive
- Centre: National Office, Midrand
Requirements
- Three-year National Diploma in Security and Risk Management or equivalent qualification at NQF Level 6 (360 credits).
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in the relevant field, of which 3 years at ASD/Junior Management level.
- Valid driver’s licence.
- Grade A PSIRA registration.
- Strong knowledge of:
- Security policies and procedures
- Risk Management Policy
- OHS Act
- Vetting Policy and security management processes
- Public Service Regulations, Public Service Act
- MISS and PFMA
- Constitution of the Republic of South Africa
- Skills: financial management, project management, planning and organising, analytical and decision-making skills, problem solving, report writing and presentation skills.
Duties
- Manage and oversee the effective use and deployment of security resources in OCJ.
- Manage event security for the Judiciary and OCJ.
- Manage close and static security services for the Judiciary.
- Conduct security assessments and investigations, and recommend appropriate measures.
- Manage the work and performance of the Sub-Directorate: Security Management.
Application (Deputy Director: Security Management)
- Email applications to: 2025/353/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
- Quote the reference number 2025/353/OCJ in the subject line.
Chief Registrar (X2) – Gauteng Division of the High Court
Chief Registrar – Johannesburg
- Reference: 2025/369/OCJ
- Centre: Gauteng Division of the High Court: Johannesburg
Chief Registrar – Pretoria
- Reference: 2025/370/OCJ
- Centre: Gauteng Division of the High Court: Pretoria
- Salary (both posts): R586 956 – R1 386 972 per annum (MR6), according to OSD (Resolution 1 of 2008)
- Note: Shortlisted candidates must submit service certificates to confirm experience.
Requirements
- LLB Degree or four-year legal qualification recognised by SAQA.
- Minimum 8 years’ appropriate post-qualification legal experience, gained as a Registrar.
- Valid driver’s licence.
- LLM will be an added advantage.
- Skills and competencies:
- Computer literacy
- Excellent communication (verbal and written)
- Report writing and numerical skills
- Technical expertise and IT awareness
- Attention to detail, planning, organising and control
- Problem solving and decision-making
- Customer service and interpersonal skills
- Conflict management and strong work ethic
- Professional conduct and good self-management
Duties
- Mentor and advise on tracking and managing case progression, from filing to finalisation, and report to the Judge President.
- Make inputs into Court Rules and Practice Directives to improve High Court efficiency.
- Implement directives from the Judge President.
- Manage implementation of strategic objectives relating to Case Flow Management at the High Court.
- Compile training manuals and provide training to Registrars and support staff.
- Oversee stakeholder management, HR management, court and case-flow management, quasi-judicial functions and service level agreements.
- Safeguard case records and ensure proper information and documentation management systems.
- Monitor service delivery, manage PMDS of staff and drive court efficiency projects.
Application (Chief Registrar posts)
- Johannesburg:
- Email: 2025/369/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
- Pretoria:
- Email: 2025/370/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
Include the correct reference number in the email subject line.
Assistant Director: Conditions of Services and Remuneration – National Office
Assistant Director: Conditions of Services and Remuneration
- Reference: 2025/354/OCJ
- Salary: R468 459 – R551 823 per annum (Level 09)
- Centre: National Office, Midrand
Requirements
- National Diploma/Degree in:
- Human Resource Management
- Public Management
- Personnel Management
- Public Administration
- Or equivalent qualification at NQF Level 6
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in HRM, of which 1 year at supervisory level.
- Valid driver’s licence.
- Introductory PERSAL certificate.
- Strong knowledge of Public Service legislation and HR frameworks:
- Public Service Act and Regulations
- Labour Relations Act, Employment Equity Act
- Basic Conditions of Employment Act, Skills Development Act
- Collective Agreements and Codes of Remuneration
- PFMA
- HR policies (leave, GEPF, GEMS, GEHS, etc.)
- PERSAL System
- Skills: analytical thinking, problem solving, decision making, planning, leadership, communication, HR management and computer literacy.
Duties
- Administer conditions of service and benefits for employees, including:
- Housing allowances
- Acting allowances and 37% in lieu of benefits
- Relocations and resettlement benefits
- Long service recognition
- Terminations (resignation, retirement, death, dismissal)
- Ensure compliance with DPSA directives, PSCBC resolutions and HR policies.
- Process and approve leave transactions and manage PILIR incapacity leave and ill-health retirement processes.
- Implement new appointments, transfers, promotions, movements and probation on PERSAL.
- Facilitate correct application of salary packages (OSD, MMS, SMS).
- Research, develop and review conditions of service policies and SOPs, and communicate them across OCJ.
Application
- Email: 2025/354/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
Assistant Director: Facilities Management (X9) – Provincial Service Centres
Assistant Director: Facilities Management
- Salary: R468 459 – R551 823 per annum (Level 09)
- Centres and References:
- Gauteng PSC: Johannesburg – 2025/355/OCJ
- Mpumalanga PSC: Mbombela – 2025/356/OCJ
- Free State PSC: Bloemfontein – 2025/357/OCJ
- Northern Cape PSC: Kimberley – 2025/358/OCJ
- Western Cape PSC: Cape Town – 2025/359/OCJ
- KwaZulu-Natal PSC: Durban – 2025/360/OCJ
- Eastern Cape PSC: East London – 2025/361/OCJ
- North West PSC: Mmabatho – 2025/362/OCJ
- Limpopo PSC: Polokwane – 2025/363/OCJ
Requirements
- Three-year National Diploma / Degree in:
- Built Environment
- Facilities Management / Facilities Project Management
- Property / Real Estate Management
- At NQF Level 6 (360 credits)
- Minimum 3 years’ relevant experience.
- Valid driver’s licence.
- Knowledge of:
- MISS and MPSS
- Promotion of Administrative Justice Act
- Promotion of Access to Information Act
- Treasury Regulations, PFMA
- Government Immovable Asset Management Act (GIAMA)
- Occupational Health and Safety Act
- Fleet and asset management
- National Archives and Records Services Act
- Document management and filing systems
- General built environment (mechanical, electrical, water, horticulture, cleaning)
- Skills: financial management, project management, planning and organising, analytical and decision-making skills, report writing and presentation skills.
Duties
- Provide effective facilities and auxiliary services management at Provincial Service Centres.
- Monitor implementation of facilities contracts and services.
- Oversee efficient maintenance of PSC and Court facilities.
- Monitor the provision of infrastructure services.
- Supervise and develop staff within the facilities management function.
Application (Facilities Management posts)
- Gauteng: 2025/355OCJ@judiciary.org.za
- Mpumalanga: 2025/356/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
- Free State: 2025/357/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
- Northern Cape: 2025/358/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
- Western Cape: 2025/359/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
- KwaZulu-Natal: 2025/360/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
- Eastern Cape: 2025/361CJ@judiciary.org.za
- North West: 2025/3362/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
- Limpopo: 2025/363/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
Assistant Director: Security Management (X3)
Assistant Director: Security Management
- Salary: R468 459 – R551 823 per annum (Level 09)
- Centres and References:
- National Office: Midrand – 2025/364/OCJ
- Mpumalanga PSC: Mbombela – 2025/365/OCJ
- North West PSC: Mmabatho – 2025/366/OCJ
Requirements
- Three-year National Diploma in Security and Risk Management / Policing or equivalent at NQF Level 6 (360 credits).
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in the relevant field.
- Valid driver’s licence.
- Grade A PSIRA certificate.
- Knowledge of security policy, risk management, OHS Act, vetting, security management processes, Public Service Regulations, Public Service Act, MISS, PFMA and the Constitution.
- Skills: computer literacy, communication, supervisory skills, planning and execution, problem solving, analytical and research skills, time management and interpersonal skills.
Duties
- Manage contracted security service providers, ensuring SLA compliance.
- Conduct security assessments, planning and investigations, and recommend improvements.
- Ensure compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
- Manage integrity management issues and investigate security breaches.
- Provide security advisory services and value-adding consultancy to management.
- Supervise and develop staff within the Security Management function.
Application
- National Office: 2025/364OCJ@judiciary.org.za
- Mpumalanga: 2025/365/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
- North West: 2025/366/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
Office Manager (Office of the Judge President) – Gauteng
Office Manager (Office of the Judge President)
- Reference: 2025/367/OCJ
- Salary: R468 459 – R551 823 per annum (Level 09)
- Centre: Gauteng Division of the High Court, Johannesburg
Requirements
- Three-year National Diploma / Bachelor’s Degree in Office Management or equivalent qualification at NQF Level 6 (360 credits).
- Minimum 3 years’ relevant experience in Office Administration.
- Valid driver’s licence.
- Skills and competencies:
- Office management systems and procedures
- Excellent communication and English proficiency
- Interpretation of law; legal and legislative drafting skills
- Knowledge of electronic information resources and online retrieval
- Strong leadership and management skills
- Ability to work long hours and under pressure
- Computer literacy (MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook)
Duties
- Manage the Office of the Judge President at Gauteng Local Division (Johannesburg).
- Support the Judge President in communication with all stakeholders.
- Manage, supervise and develop Judges’ Secretaries and support staff.
- Manage logistical arrangements for meetings and operations.
- Oversee the administration and follow-up on instructions from the Judge President.
- Liaise with Heads of Court, Senior Managers, Judges, National Office, legal bodies and other stakeholders.
- Maintain clear communication channels for matters emanating from the Judge President’s office.
- Prepare presentations and briefing notes; disseminate notices and information to branch heads.
- Compile, analyse and report progress, including reserved judgments statistics.
- Manage the Acting Judges portfolio (forms, certificates, judgments, leave to appeal applications, etc.).
- Ensure correct application of regulations, policies and directives relevant to the office.
Application
- Email: 2025/367/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
Typist – Eastern Cape Division, Gqeberha
Typist
- Reference: 2025/368/OCJ
- Salary: R193 359 – R227 766 per annum (Level 04)
- Centre: Eastern Cape Division of the High Court: Gqeberha
Requirements
- Minimum Grade 12 or equivalent qualification.
- Typing speed of at least 35 words per minute (shortlisted candidates will complete a typing test).
- Computer literacy (MS Word).
- Good communication skills, interpersonal skills, planning and organisation.
- Problem solving ability, accuracy, attention to detail, time management and good telephone etiquette.
Duties
- Type appeals, reviews, reports, minutes, circulars, notices of set down, witness statements, taxing master reports, affidavits, memorandums and court orders.
- Provide relief admin support when necessary.
- File, open files, keep records and make appointments.
- Deal with public queries and perform other administrative duties as required.
Application
- Email: 2025/368/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
How to Apply for Office of the Chief Justice Vacancies
- Download and complete the new Z83 form from the DPSA site or judiciary website.
- Attach a recent comprehensive CV with contactable referees (telephone and email).
- Combine the Z83 and CV into one PDF file.
- Email your application to the correct address and reference number for the post and centre you are applying for.
- Ensure your application reaches the Department on or before 22 December 2025.
To apply and for more details visit the
Office of the Chief Justice official website.
These Office of the Chief Justice Vacancies are a valuable opportunity to support the South African judiciary. If you meet the requirements, submit your application early and follow all instructions carefully to be considered.