The Office of the Chief Justice invites suitably qualified applicants to apply for vacancies available at the National Office, Free State Provincial Service Centre, Free State Division of the High Court and KwaZulu-Natal Local Division of the High Court. These opportunities are suitable for applicants with qualifications and experience in legal administration, supply chain management, court administration, registry processes and general administration.
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Employer | Office of the Chief Justice |
| Closing Date | 24 August 2026 |
| Locations | Midrand, Bloemfontein and Durban |
| Application Method | Email, post or hand delivery |
| Required Documents | New Z83 form and recent comprehensive CV |
| Website | www.judiciary.org.za |
| Preference | Women, persons with disabilities and youth |
Registrar Ref No: 2026/92/OCJ
Salary: R337 563 – R1 155 777 per annum, MR3–MR5
Centre: Free State Division of the High Court, Bloemfontein
Application Email: 2026/92/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
Technical Enquiries: Mr S.P Mathibeli, 051 492 4523
HR Enquiries: Ms D.S.J Peters, 051 492 4523
Requirements
Applicants must have an LLB Degree or a four-year legal qualification.
Applicants must have at least two years’ legal experience obtained after qualification.
For MR3, applicants must have an LLB degree or equivalent qualification plus at least two years’ post-qualification experience in a legal profession.
For MR4, applicants must have an LLB degree or equivalent qualification plus at least eight years’ post-qualification experience in a legal profession.
For MR5, applicants must have an LLB degree or equivalent qualification plus at least 14 years’ post-qualification experience in a legal profession.
A valid driver’s licence is required.
Superior court or litigation experience and supervisory experience will serve as added advantages.
Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit service certificates for determination of experience.
Knowledge and Skills
Applicants must have knowledge of Case Flow Management and legislative frameworks governing the Public Service.
Applicants must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Planning, organising, problem-solving, numeracy, conflict management and time management skills are required.
Applicants must have attention to detail, professionalism, strong work ethics and the ability to work under pressure.
Duties
The successful candidate will coordinate Case Flow Management and provide administrative support to the judiciary.
Duties include complying with court rules and relevant prescripts.
The candidate will handle taxation of bills of cost and manage the issuing of processes and initiation of court proceedings.
The role includes coordinating appeals and reviews and attending to requests from the judiciary regarding cases and case-related matters.
The successful candidate will issue or sign court orders and letters to attorneys and litigants on behalf of the court.
The candidate will keep, check and analyse monthly, quarterly and annual court statistics and monitor their submission.
The role includes implementing effective court file administration and records management.
The candidate will deal with files according to relevant codes and legislation, prepare files for audit purposes and ensure records are submitted for translation.
The successful candidate will attend to public queries and correspondence, manage office administration and supervise staff and related HR processes.
Supply Chain Clerk Ref No: 2026/93/OCJ
Salary: R237 453 – R279 708 per annum, Level 05
Centre: Free State Provincial Service Centre, Bloemfontein
Application Email: 2026/93/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
Technical Enquiries: Mr T.J Diphoko, 051 492 4617
HR Enquiries: Ms D.S.J Peters, 051 492 4523
Requirements
Applicants must have a Grade 12 certificate.
No experience is required.
A National Diploma in Supply Chain Management, Economics, Finance, Financial Management, Procurement, Logistics, Public Management or a relevant NQF Level 6 qualification recognised by SAQA will serve as an added advantage.
Knowledge and Skills
Applicants must have basic knowledge of financial functions and practices.
Applicants must be able to capture data, operate a computer and collate financial statistics.
Knowledge of Public Service financial legislation, procedures and Treasury Regulations is required.
Basic knowledge of BAS and work procedures in the work environment is required.
Knowledge of Batho Pele Principles is required.
Applicants must have communication, problem-solving, public relations, monitoring, analytical, computer literacy, planning, organising, report writing and typing skills.
Duties
The successful candidate will capture invoices and create Creditor Payment Advises.
Duties include verifying invoices received and capturing correct information on LOGIS.
The candidate will attach prescribed documentation to Creditor Payment Advises and maintain a manual or computerised register of processed payments.
The successful candidate will provide information on the status of creditors to relevant line managers.
The role includes maintaining and updating the Procurement Status Report.
The candidate will render asset management clerical support, compile and maintain asset records and databases, issue furniture and equipment, identify obsolete assets and verify the asset register.
The successful candidate will render demand and acquisition clerical support and implement the preference points system in line with Preferential Procurement Policy objectives.
The role includes logistical support during bid consideration and contract conclusion processes.
The candidate will process purchase orders, verify contracts, capture source documents, place orders with suppliers, draft letters of award where required and maintain procurement records.
The successful candidate will support monthly SCM reporting, administer day-to-day procurement of goods and services, file documents for audit purposes, administer stores and compile SCM reports.
Registrar’s Clerk Ref No: 2026/94/OCJ
Salary: R237 453 – R279 708 per annum, Level 05
Centre: KwaZulu-Natal Local Division of the High Court, Durban
Application Email: 2026/94/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
Technical Enquiries: Mrs K Marais, 031 492 5562
HR Enquiries: Ms SZ Mvuyana, 031 493 1723
Requirements
Applicants must have a Grade 12 certificate.
No experience is required.
A driver’s licence will serve as an added advantage.
Knowledge and Skills
Applicants must have knowledge of working procedures in the court environment.
Knowledge of registry processes and practices is required.
Applicants must understand storage and retrieval procedures in the working environment.
Knowledge of legislative frameworks governing the Public Service is required.
Applicants must understand filing systems, mail procedure manuals, the Promotion of Access to Information Act, National Archives and Batho Pele Principles.
Computer literacy in Microsoft Office is required.
Applicants must have communication, numeracy, interpersonal, problem-solving, analytical, time management and administrative skills.
Duties
The successful candidate will perform clerical and administrative work within the court.
Duties include registering and allocating case numbers to pleadings and court documents received.
The candidate will ensure that files have been served on all parties concerned.
The successful candidate will draw up files for litigants or attorneys and update files with return of service or proof of service.
The role includes handling court file requests, retrieving requested files and making files available to requesters.
The candidate will attend to queries from parties and members of the public.
The successful candidate will record documents received and ensure systematic recording of court files.
The role includes keeping records of requests from litigants, attending to case management and set-down notices, and implementing case management practices.
The candidate will monitor files and records, support administrative registrar duties, submit leave forms to HR and maintain registers for filing and archiving.
The successful candidate will comply with telephone prescripts and leave policies, prepare and sign a performance agreement timeously, and safe-keep and dispose of case records.
Administration Clerk Ref No: 2026/95/OCJ
Salary: R237 453 – R279 708 per annum, Level 05
Centre: National Office, Midrand
Application Email: 2026/95/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
Technical Enquiries: Ms P. Mahlangu, 010 493 2501
HR Enquiries: Ms S. Tshidino, 010 493 8771
Requirements
Applicants must have a Grade 12 certificate.
No experience is required.
A driver’s licence will serve as an added advantage.
Knowledge and Skills
Applicants must have knowledge of Records Management.
Knowledge and understanding of Service Delivery Improvement Programmes is required.
Applicants must understand Batho Pele Principles and Strategic Planning.
Good written and verbal communication skills are required.
Computer literacy in MS Office is required.
Applicants must have good interpersonal skills, time management, planning, organising, administration, problem-solving and customer service skills.
Duties
The successful candidate will provide administrative and technical support to strategic planning processes.
Duties include providing logistical arrangements for planning sessions, including venues, catering and electronic equipment.
The candidate will compile memos and guidelines for planning processes.
The successful candidate will support the development of the OCJ Environmental Scan Report.
The role includes supporting the coordination and development of OCJ Strategic, Annual Performance and Operational Plans.
The candidate will quality assure submissions of OCJ Strategic, Annual Performance and Operational Plans.
The successful candidate will provide administrative and technical support to Service Delivery Improvement processes.
Duties include reviewing quarterly and annual SDC and SDIP reporting templates, developing and editing draft Service Delivery Improvement reports and quality assuring submissions.
The role includes compiling monthly and quarterly performance reports for Strategy and Service Delivery Planning.
The candidate will source portfolio of evidence documents, upload evidence to the reporting system and ensure submission of evidence to relevant units.
The successful candidate will provide clerical administrative support, liaise with internal and external stakeholders, update records management systems and support SharePoint filing and archiving.
The role also includes ad hoc administrative duties, distribution of unit documents and logistical arrangements for travel, meetings and workshops.
How to Apply
Applicants must submit applications on the new Z83 form with a recent comprehensive CV only.
Applications must indicate the correct job title, office where the position is advertised and reference number.
Applications must be sent in PDF format and placed in one folder.
To apply and access more details, visit the Office of the Chief Justice official website.
Application Addresses
For National Office, Midrand posts, applications must be directed to:
The Director: Human Resources
Office of the Chief Justice
Private Bag X10
Marshalltown
2107
Hand delivery:
Office of the Chief Justice
Human Resource Management
188, 14th Road
Noordwyk
Midrand
1685
For Free State, Bloemfontein posts, applications must be directed to:
The Provincial Head
Office of the Chief Justice
Private Bag X20612
Bloemfontein
9300
Hand delivery:
Free State High Court
Corner President Brand and Fontein Street
Bloemfontein
9301
For KwaZulu-Natal, Durban posts, applications must be directed to:
The Provincial Head
Office of the Chief Justice
Private Bag X54314
Durban
4001
Hand delivery:
1st Floor, Office No 118
Corner Somtseu and Stalwart Simelane Streets
Durban
4000
Important Notes for Applicants
The closing date is 24 August 2026.
Applications must be submitted on the new Z83 form.
The new Z83 form can be downloaded from www.judiciary.org.za or www.dpsa.gov.za/dpsa2g/vacancies.asp, or obtained from any Public Service Department.
Applications submitted on the old Z83 form will not be considered.
Each application form must be fully completed, signed and initialled on both pages.
Failure to complete, sign and initial the application form will lead to disqualification.
Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other related documents on or before the day of the interview.
Contactable referees must be included, with telephone numbers and email addresses.
Shortlisted candidates may be required to undergo two pre-entry assessments, including a practical exercise and an integrity assessment.
Applicants may be required to provide consent for access to social media accounts.
Foreign qualifications must be accompanied by an evaluation report.
Suitable candidates will be subjected to personnel suitability checks, including criminal record, financial checks, qualification verification, citizenship checks, social media checks, reference checks and employment verification.
Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
Applicants who are not contacted within three months after the closing date should accept that their application was unsuccessful.
The Office of the Chief Justice reserves the right not to make appointments.
Late applications will not be considered.
Successful candidates will be expected to enter into an employment contract and performance agreement within three months of appointment.
Successful candidates may be required to undergo security clearance three months after appointment.
The Office of the Chief Justice complies with POPIA and will use personal information for recruitment purposes only.