Department of Justice Vacancies: Apply by 17 June 2025

The Department of Justice and Constitutional Development (DOJ&CD) is offering a wide range of vacancies for professionals ready to contribute to efficient justice delivery and constitutional development. If you meet the requirements, make sure to apply before the closing date.


Vacancy Details

Employer:Department of Justice and Constitutional Development
Closing Date:17 June 2025
Location:Pretoria, Bloemfontein, Kimberley, Colesburg, Galeshewe, Welkom

Post Title: Deputy Director: Budget Planning

Reference Number: 25/57/FMS
Centre: National Office, Pretoria
Salary: R896 436 – R1 055 958 per annum (All-inclusive package)

Requirements:

  • NQF Level 7 in Management/Financial Accounting, Public Finance
  • 3 years’ managerial experience in finance
  • Knowledge of PFMA, Treasury Regulations, budgeting, and financial systems

Duties:

  • Oversee departmental budget planning and standardization
  • Manage virements, AENE processes, and financial system updates
  • Lead and manage financial planning staff

Enquiries: Ms A. Van Roos – Tel: (012) 315 1094


Post Title: Deputy Director: Internal Control

Reference Number: 25/26/FMS
Centre: National Office, Pretoria
Salary: R896 436 – R1 055 958 per annum

Requirements:

  • NQF Level 7 in Financial Management, Accounting or related
  • 3 years’ Assistant Director level experience in internal control
  • Strong PFMA, audit, and compliance knowledge

Duties:

  • Investigate and report on irregular, fruitless, and wasteful expenditure
  • Implement internal control measures
  • Manage resources and staff

Enquiries: Ms A. Van Roos – Tel: (012) 315 1094


Post Title: Assistant Director: Translation and Editorial Services (IsiNdebele)

Reference Number: 25/62/SLA
Centre: National Office, Pretoria
Salary: R468 459 – R551 823 per annum

Requirements:

  • NQF Level 6 in Communication or Linguistics
  • 3 years’ experience in translation services
  • Language: IsiNdebele (major)

Duties:

  • Manage translation and editing of legal bills
  • Develop terminology
  • Oversee human and financial resources

Enquiries: Mr M. Mokoena – Tel: (012) 744 2026


Post Title: Assistant Director: Translation and Editorial Services (Afrikaans)

Reference Number: 25/63/SLA
Centre: National Office, Pretoria
Salary: R468 459 – R551 823 per annum

Requirements:

  • Same as above with Afrikaans as the major language

Enquiries: Mr M. Mokoena – Tel: (012) 744 2026


Post Title: Principal Court Interpreter

Reference Number: 25/06/FS
Centre: Magistrate’s Office, Welkom
Salary: R397 116 – R467 790 per annum

Requirements:

  • NQF Level 5 in Legal Interpreting
  • 5 years’ experience (2 years in supervisory role)
  • Languages: Sesotho, IsiXhosa, English, Afrikaans
  • Valid driver’s license

Duties:

  • Provide interpreting services in court
  • Translate legal documentation
  • Supervise interpreters

Enquiries: Ms N. Dywili – Tel: (051) 407 1800 / 073 775 0709


Post Title: Court Intermediaries (2 Posts)

Reference Numbers: 82/24/NC/COL (Colesburg), 83/24/NC/GAL (Galeshewe)
Salary: R397 116 – R467 790 per annum

Requirements:

  • Degree/National Diploma in Teaching, Social Work, Psychology, or similar
  • 3 years’ relevant experience
  • Valid driver’s license
  • Registered with professional body

Duties:

  • Provide intermediary services to vulnerable court witnesses
  • Coordinate language interpreting and administrative support

Enquiries: Mr. L. Swartz – Tel: (053) 802 1300 (Ext 17)


Post Title: Chief Accounting Clerk: Payroll

Reference Number: 25/59/FMS
Centre: National Office, Pretoria
Salary: R325 101 – R382 959 per annum

Requirements:

  • Grade 12
  • 3 years’ relevant experience
  • Knowledge of PFMA, DORA, PPPFA, and payroll administration

Duties:

  • Manage payroll transactions and bookkeeping
  • Support budgeting and staff supervision

Enquiries: Ms A. Van Roos – Tel: (012) 315 1094


Post Title: Administration Clerk (2 Posts)

Reference Number: 25/60/CA
Centre: National Office, Pretoria
Salary: R228 321 – R268 950 per annum

Requirements:

  • Grade 12
  • Strong admin and computer skills

Duties:

  • Provide clerical, HR, financial, and supply chain admin support

Enquiries: Ms M. D. Modibane – Tel: (012) 315 1668


Post Title: Food Service Aid

Reference Number: 25/61/CA
Centre: National Office, Pretoria
Salary: R163 680 – R192 810 per annum

Requirements:

  • ABET Level 4 / Grade 10
  • Knowledge of kitchen and catering hygiene practices

Duties:

  • Prepare and serve food
  • Maintain kitchen and catering equipment

Enquiries: Ms M. D. Modibane – Tel: (012) 315 1668


How to Apply

To apply and view more details:

OR

  • For postal/hand-delivered submissions, direct your application (quoting the reference number) to the Human Resources Department at:
    Postal Address:
    Department of Justice and Constitutional Development
    Private Bag X81, Pretoria, 0001
    Physical Address:
    Application Box, First Floor Reception, East Tower, Momentum Building, 329 Pretorius Street, Pretoria

Province-specific posts such as those in Kimberley or Bloemfontein must be submitted to the addresses listed under each respective post.