The Office of the Chief Justice (OCJ) invites qualified candidates to apply for various positions across several provincial and high court divisions. These posts present an opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the South African judiciary while supporting access to justice and upholding the Constitution. Submit your application by 18 July 2025.
Vacancy Details
| Employer: | Office of the Chief Justice |
|---|---|
| Closing Date: | 18 July 2025 |
| Location: | Bloemfontein, Cape Town, Polokwane, Johannesburg, Mbombela, Mafikeng |
Post Title: Judge’s Secretary
Ref No: 2025/165/OCJ
Salary: R325 101 – R382 959 per annum (Level 07)
Centre: Free State High Court: Bloemfontein
Requirements:
- Grade 12 + 1 year secretarial experience
- Valid driver’s licence
- LLB degree or 20 LLB/BA Law/BCom Law modules completed (advantage)
- Legal secretarial experience (advantage)
Duties:
- Provide secretarial and administrative support to the judge
- Type judgments, manage diary, arrange travel and keep records
- Perform legal research and compile reports
- Ensure confidentiality and courtroom assistance
Apply via email: 2025/165/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
Enquiries: Ms Z. Gxabuza / Ms D Peters – (051) 492 4523
Post Title: Librarian
Ref No: 2025/166/OCJ
Salary: R325 101 – R382 959 per annum (Level 07)
Centre: Western Cape High Court: Cape Town
Requirements:
- National Diploma/Degree in Library Science (NQF 6)
- 2 years’ experience in library and information systems
- Legal library experience (advantage)
Duties:
- Render library services to judiciary
- Manage subscriptions, maintain library material
- Upload judgments and compile case lists
- Provide administrative and supervisory services
Apply via email: 2025/166/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
Enquiries: Ms N Chwethiso – (021) 480 2637 / Mr S Hlongwane – (021) 469 4032
Post Title: Secretary to the Director Court Operations
Ref No: 2025/167/OCJ
Salary: R228 321 – R268 950 per annum (Level 05)
Centre: North West Provincial Service Centre: Mafikeng
Requirements:
- Grade 12 (Secretarial Certificate is an advantage)
- MS Office skills, strong planning and interpersonal skills
Duties:
- Provide secretarial and clerical support
- Manage meetings and correspondence
- Stay updated with relevant prescripts and policies
Apply via email: 2025/167/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
Enquiries: Mr O Sebapatso – (018) 397 7000 / Ms Ke Zwane – (018) 397 7114
Post Title: Registrar’s Clerk
Ref No: 2025/169/OCJ
Salary: R228 321 – R268 950 per annum (Level 05)
Centre: Western Cape High Court: Cape Town
Requirements:
- Grade 12
- Legal/court experience (advantage)
Duties:
- Support case flow management and registrar’s office
- Maintain court records and attend to queries
- Upload information on case systems
Apply via email: 2025/169/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
Enquiries: Mr S Hlongwane – (021) 469 4032
Post Title: Administrative Clerk: DCRS
Ref No: 2025/170/OCJ
Salary: R228 321 – R268 950 per annum (Level 05)
Centre: Western Cape High Court: Cape Town
Requirements:
- Grade 12
- Diploma in relevant field and court experience (advantage)
Duties:
- Perform digital court recordings
- Collect statistics, support circuit courts
- Provide admin support in HR, Finance, and SCM
Apply via email: 2025/170/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
Post Title: Supply Chain Management Clerk
Ref No: 2025/171/OCJ
Salary: R228 321 – R268 950 per annum (Level 05)
Centre: Limpopo Division of the High Court: Polokwane
Requirements:
- Grade 12 (Diploma in SCM/Finance an advantage)
- 1 year SCM experience (advantage), valid driver’s licence (advantage)
- Knowledge of PFMA, JYP, BAS
Duties:
- Source and assess quotations, capture requisitions
- Handle contracts, payments, stock and asset management
Apply via email: 2025/171/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
Enquiries: Ms R.F Mathobela – (015) 495 1758
Post Title: Library Assistant
Ref No: 2025/172/OCJ
Salary: R193 359 – R227 766 per annum (Level 04)
Centre: Limpopo Division of the High Court: Polokwane
Requirements:
- Grade 12 (Library qualification is an advantage)
Duties:
- Support judge’s chambers and library
- Catalogue, shelve, bind, update publications
- Assist in asset verification and document processing
Apply via email: 2025/172/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
Enquiries: Ms R.F Mathobela – (015) 495 1758
Post Title: Usher Messenger
Ref No: 2025/173/OCJ
Salary: R163 680 – R192 810 per annum (Level 03)
Centre: Western Cape High Court: Cape Town
Requirements:
- ABET (NQF 2), Grade 12 and driver’s licence (advantage)
- Court exposure (advantage)
Duties:
- Prepare courtrooms and documents
- Assist judges with files and court transport
- Handle post and internal deliveries
Apply via email: 2025/173/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
Enquiries: Ms T Nzimande – (010) 494 9238 / Ms T Mbalekwa – (010) 494 8515
How to Apply
Submit a completed and signed Z83 form and detailed CV (certified documents required only if shortlisted). Each post has a dedicated email for submission – ensure you use the correct one and quote the reference number.
For hand-delivered or postal applications, refer to the appropriate court or service centre as listed.
To apply and view more details, visit the Office of the Chief Justice official website.