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1. ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER (X5 POSTS)2. SECURITY OFFICER 3. TELECOM OPERATOR (X2 POSTS)4. COURT INTERMEDIARY 5. HUMAN RESOURCE Officer X26. COURT INTERPRETER (X2 POSTS)7. ACCOUNTING CLERK 8. MESSENGER (X2 POSTS)ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER (X5 POSTS)SALARY : R397 116 – R467 790 per annum. The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement.CENTRE : Magistrate Office: Sterkstroom Ref No: 38/26EC (X1 Post)Magistrate Office: Burgersdorp Ref No: 39/26EC (X1 Post)Magistrate Office: Lusikisiki Ref No: 40/26EC (X1 Post)Magistrate Office: Ngqeleni Ref No: 42/26EC (X1 Post)Magistrate Office: Dutywa Ref No: 59/26EC (X1 Post) (This is a readvertisement, applicants who previously applied are encouraged to re-apply)REQUIREMENTS : Three-year National Diploma/ Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration / Public Management or equivalent; 3 years Administration experience; Knowledge of Human Resource Management, Supply Chain Management and Risk Management; Knowledge of Financial Management (Vote and Trust Account), Departmental Financial Instructions (DFI), BAS and Justice Yellow Pages (JYP). Skills and Competencies: Computer literacy (Microsoft packages); Good communication skills (written and verbal); Organizing and problem-solving skills; Sound leadership and management skills; Good interpersonal relations. People management.DUTIES : Key Performance Areas: Co-ordinate and manage the financial and human resources of the office; Co-ordinate and manage risk and security in the court; Manage the strategic and business planning processes; Manage the Criminal and Civil Court Administration Section, section related to Family Court, Supply Chain; Manage Third Party Funds and Vote Accounts for the office; Coordinate, manage and administer support services to Case Flow Management and other court users.ENQUIRIES : Mr A Jilana Tel No: (043) 702 7000 / 7010 OR Mr, W Ndamase Tel No: (043) 702 702 7000/7133APPLICATIONS : Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your application to: The Provincial Head, Private Bag X9065, East London, 5200 or hand deliver at the Provincial Office, Department of Justice, 3 Phillip Frame Road, Waverley Park complex, East London OR https://forms.office.com/r/X2XaVPasWuNOTE : Separate application must be made quoting the relevant reference number+COURT INTERMEDIARY REF NO: 48/26ECSALARY : R397 116 – R467 790 per annum. The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement.CENTRE : Magistrate Office: HumansdorpREQUIREMENTS : A three year Bachelor Degree/ National Diploma academic qualification in one of the following fields; Teaching, Social Work/ Family Counselling, Child Care and youth development, Paediatrics, Psychiatry, Clinical counselling, Educational Psychologist; Applicants must be duly registered with the relevant professional/ scientific organization/body in their field of specialization; Minimum of three years working experience in the applicable field; Experience in working with different types of disabilities, exposure to court procedure, court etiquette, legal terms and terminology and functions of courts will be added advantages; Knowledge of the relevant legal and regulatory framework. (Constitution of RSA, 1996; Criminal Procedure Act, 1977 (Act No 51 of 1977), particularly sections 153, 158 and 170A of the Act; Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act, 2007 (Act No 32 of 2007); Children’s Act, 2005 (Act No 38 of 2005); Domestic Violence Act (Act No 116 of 1998). A valid driver’s license: Knowledge of any foreign languages will be an added an advantage. Skills and Competencies: Communication and empathetic listening skills (with children, persons with mental disabilities and other traumatized witnesses), Trauma and basic counselling skills; Interpersonal skills; Customer focus and responsiveness; Administrative skills; Computer literacy (Ms Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel); Problem-solving and decision-making skills.DUTIES : Key Performance Areas: Provide intermediary services to children, persons with mental disabilities and other traumatized witnesses; Provide specialized child language and disability services; Maintain intermediary room by ensuring that the equipment of the private testifying room is always in good order; Provide support services to witnesses and make appropriate referrals, where necessary; Render administration support services in court; Assist children to testify with the aid of anatomically-detailed dolls.ENQUIRIES : Mr W Ndamase Tel No: (043) 702 702 7000/7133APPLICATIONS : Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your application to: The Provincial Head, Private Bag X9065, East London, 5200 or hand deliver at the Provincial Office, Department of Justice, 3 Phillip Frame Road, Waverley Park complex, East London OR https://forms.office.com/r/X2XaVPasWu+LABOUR RELATION OFFICER. REF NO: 50/26ECSALARY : R325 101 – R382 959 per annum. The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement.CENTRE : Provincial Office: East LondonREQUIREMENTS : An NQF Level 6 qualification as recognised by SAQA in Labour Relations/Labour Law/LLB; A minimum of 2 years’ functional experience in Labour Relations environment; Knowledge and understanding of relevant labour laws, policies and procedures; Knowledge of Basic Condition of Employment Act; Labour Relations Act, Employment Equity Act; Knowledge of understanding of the Public Service statutory frameworks; Financial Management and regulatory framework/guidelines, Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations, Treasury Regulations, Departmental Financial Instructions, Public Finance Management Act, Government initiatives and decisions etc. Skills and Competencies: Concern of others; Creative thinking; Planning and organizing; Decision making; Diversity citizenship; Organisational communication (verbal and written) skills; Problem analysis, Computer literacy. Managing interpersonal conflict and resolving problems; Report writing skills.DUTIES : Key Performance Areas: Administer and implement Labour relations policy and strategy; Handle misconduct and grievances; Handle and administer dispute resolutions; Administer collective bargaining processes.ENQUIRIES : Mr A Jilana Tel No: (043) 702 7000 / 7010APPLICATIONS : Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your application to: The Provincial Head, Private Bag X9065, East London, 5200 or hand deliver at the Provincial Office, Department of Justice, 3 Phillip Frame Road, Waverley Park complex, East London OR https://forms.office.com/r/X2XaVPasWu+COURT INTERPRETER (X2 POSTS)SALARY : R228 321 – R268 950 per annum. The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement.CENTRE : Magistrate Office: East London Ref No 43/26EC (X1 Post)Magistrate Office: Ngqeleni Ref No 44/26EC (X1 Post)REQUIREMENTS : NQF level 4 / Grade 12; Proficiency in English and one or more indigenous languages (preference will be given to languages used in area (Xhosa, Afrikaans, Sotho) as well as sign language; The following will serve as an added: Practical experience and a valid driver’s license. Skills and Competencies: Computer literacy; Good communication (written and verbal); Ability to maintain interpersonal relations; Accuracy and attention to detail.DUTIES : Key Performance Areas: Interpret in Criminal Court, Civil Court, Labour Court, quasi-judicial proceedings; Interpret during consultation; Translate legal documents and exhibits; Record cases in criminal record book; Draw case records on request of the Magistrate and Prosecutors; Keep records of statistics.ENQUIRIES : Ms Msimang Tel No: (043) 702 7000 / 7136APPLICATIONS : Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your application to: The Provincial Head, Private Bag X9065, East London, 5200 or hand deliver at the Provincial Office, Department of Justice, 3 Phillip Frame Road, Waverley Park complex, East London OR https://forms.office.com/r/X2XaVPasWu+ACCOUNTING CLERK REF NO 52/26ECSALARY : R228 321 – R268 950 per annum. The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement.CENTRE : Provincial Office, East LondonREQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 or equivalent qualification. Knowledge and understanding of financial legislation, Prescripts and Procedures; Knowledge of Basic Operating System (BAS), Justice Yellow Page (JYP), PERSAL; Knowledge of Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), Division of Revenue Act (DORA), Public Service Act (PSA), Public Service Regulation (PSR) and Preferential of Procurement Policy Framework Act (PPPFA); Knowledge of basic financial operating systems (PERSAL, BAS, LOGIS). Skills and Competencies: Computer literacy; Good communication skills (Written & verbal); Creative and analytical; Planning and Organizing; Problem solving and conflict Management; Accuracy and attention to detail.DUTIES : Key Performance Areas: Render financial accounting transactions; Perform salary administration support; Perform bookkeeping support services; Render a budget support service. ENQUIRIES : Ms. C Williams Tel No: (043) 702 7000 / 7131APPLICATIONS : Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your application to: The Provincial Head, Private Bag X9065, East London, 5200 or hand deliver at the Provincial Office, Department of Justice, 3 Phillip Frame Road, Waverley Park complex, East London OR https://forms.office.com/r/X2XaVPasWu+HUMAN RESOURCE Officer X2 REF NO: 51/26EC SALARY : R228 321 – R268 950 per annum. The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement.CENTRE : Provincial Office, East LondonREQUIREMENTS : Grade12 or equivalent qualification; Knowledge of human resource duties, practices as well as the ability to capture data and operate computer; Understanding of the of the legislative framework governing the Public Service; Knowledge of procedures in terms of the working environment. Skills and Competencies: Computer literacy (MS Office); Communication (verbal and written) skills; Good organizing skills; Organizational abilities; Accuracy and attention to detail.DUTIES : Key Performance Areas: Implementing human resources administration practices: Recruitment and Selection (Advertisements, Appointments, Transfer, verification of qualifications, secretariat functions at interview, absorptions, probationary period); Implement conditions of services (leave, housing, medical, injury on duty, long service recognition, overtime, relocation, pension, allowances, PILIR or etc); Performance Management; Termination of services etc.ENQUIRIES : Ms. C Williams Tel No: (043) 702 7000 / 7131APPLICATIONS : Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your application to: The Provincial Head, Private Bag X9065, East London, 5200 or hand deliver at the Provincial Office, Department of Justice, 3 Phillip Frame Road, Waverley Park complex, East London OR https://forms.office.com/r/X2XaVPasWu+ ADMINISTRATION CLERK (X2 POSTS)SALARY : R228 321 – R268 950 per annum. The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement.CENTRE : Magistrate Office: Vredenburg Ref No: 12/2026/WC (X1 Post)Magistrate Office: Graaff-Reinet Ref No: 45/26EC (X1 Post)REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 or equivalent qualification. Skills and Competencies: Computer literacy (MS Office); Planning and organizing skills.; Good communication skills (verbal and written); Good interpersonal relations; Attention to detail.DUTIES : Key Performance Areas: Render general clerical support services; Provide supply chain clerical support services within the component; Provide personnel administration clerical support services within the component; Provide financial administration support services in the component.ENQUIRIES : Western Cape: Mr A Knowles Tel No: (021) 462 5471Eastern Cape: Ms. C Williams Tel No: (043) 702 7000 / 7131APPLICATIONS : Western Cape: Please direct your applications to: Provincial Head: Private Bag X9171, Cape Town, 8000 OR physical address: 8 Riebeeck Street, 5th Floor Norton Rose House, Cape Town OR https://forms.office.com/r/X2XaVPasWu For Attention: Cape Town: Ms P ParaffinEastern Cape: Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your application to: The Provincial Head, Private Bag X9065, East London, 5200 or hand deliver at the Provincial Office, Department of Justice, 3 Phillip Frame Road, Waverley Park complex, East London OR https://forms.office.com/r/X2XaVPasWuNOTE : Separate application must be made quoting the relevant reference number+MESSENGER (X2 POSTS)SALARY : R193 359 – R227 766 per annum. The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement.CENTRE : Magistrate Office: Peddie Ref No 46/26EC (X1 Post)Magistrate Office: Tabankulu Ref No 47/26EC (X1 Post)REQUIREMENTS : Grade 10/ Abet level 4; A valid driver’s license. Skills and Competencies: Basic Computer literacy; Communication at appropriate level; Creative thinking; Customer service orientation; Problem analysis; Self-management; Ability to work in a team; Technical proficiency.DUTIES : Key Performance Areas: Render driver/ messenger support services; Collect correspondence, distribute mail and parcels to the various office; Collect documents from respective government institutions; Transport officials to various destinations; Render clerical support services.ENQUIRIES : Mr W Ndamase Tel No: (043) 702 702 7000/7133APPLICATIONS : Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your application to: The Provincial Head, Private Bag X9065, East London, 5200 or hand deliver at the Provincial Office, Department of Justice, 3 Phillip Frame Road, Waverley Park complex, East London OR https://forms.office.com/r/X2XaVPasWu+ TELECOM OPERATOR (X2 POSTS)SALARY R193 359 – R227 766 per annum. The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement.CENTRE : Magistrate Office: Paarl Ref No: 10/2026/WCX (X1 Post)Master of The High Court: Grahamstown Ref No: 53/26EC (X1 Post)REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 or equivalent qualification. Skills and Competencies: Communication (written and verbal) skills; Computer literacy (MS Office); Interpersonal skills; Good telephone etiquette; Numerical skills; Ability to operate technical equipment; Loyalty and high levels of integrity; Ability to work under pressure; Conflict management skills.DUTIES : Key Performance Areas: Handle incoming and outgoing calls, transfer calls, take and convey messages; Ensure that the switchboard is manned at all times; Attend to all other duties that may be required.ENQUIRIES : Western Cape: Ms W Nguyuza Tel No: (021) 462 5471Eastern Cape: Ms C Williams Tel No: (043) 702 7000 / 7131APPLICATIONS : Western Cape: Please direct your applications to: Provincial Head: Private Bag X9171, Cape Town, 8000 OR physical address: 8 Riebeeck Street, 5th Floor Norton Rose House, Cape Town OR https://forms.office.com/r/X2XaVPasWu For Attention: Ms P ParaffinEastern Cape: Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your application to: The Provincial Head, Private Bag X9065, East London, 5200 or hand deliver at the Provincial Office, Department of Justice, 3 Phillip Frame Road, Waverley Park complex, East London OR https://forms.office.com/r/X2XaVPasWu+SECURITY OFFICER REF NO: 11/2026/WCSALARY : R163 680 – R192 810 per annum. The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement.CENTRE : Magistrate Office, GoodwoodREQUIREMENTS : Grade 12; Knowledge of Physical Security procedures and processes, Safety and Security Legislative Frameworks, PSIRA Grade C. Skills and Competencies: Communication skills (verbal and written); Problem solving; Good interpersonal relations; Planning and organizing skills; Computer literacy; Ability to operate security equipment; Understanding of confidentiality in Government.DUTIES : Key Performance Areas: Provide access control; Improve safety in the building or premises; Prohibit unauthorized items from entering or leaving the building or premises; Watch CCTV cameras; Enroll staff on bio-metric system; Provide access to staff coming to the premises over weekends.ENQUIRIES : Mr A Knowles Tel No: (021) 462 5471APPLICATIONS : Please forward your application to: Provincial Head: Private Bag X 9171, Cape Town, 8000 or physical address: 8 Riebeeck Street, 5th Floor Norton Rose House, Cape Town OR https://forms.office.com/r/X2XaVPasWuFOR ATTENTION : Ms P ParaffinFollow Mzo Zuma job blog for more jobsJoin Mzo Zuma job opportunities groupDEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE AND CONSTITUTIONAL DEVELOPMENTThe Department of Justice and Constitutional Development’s mandate is to ensure that there is accessible justice system in our vibrant and evolving constitutional democracy. It is responsible, amongst others, to enable Access to Justice for all, promote Constitutionalism, Rule of Law, Respect for Human Rights; and to coordinate the State Litigation and Legal Advisory Services. The Department is therefore presenting an opportunity to dynamic individuals with relevant competencies to join a dynamic team in its quest to fulfill its mandate and deliver justice services to the people of South Africa.CLOSING DATE : 09 March 2026NOTE : The application must include only completed and signed new Form Z83, obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.gov.za, and a detailed Curriculum Vitae. Certified copies of Identity Document, Senior Certificate and the highest required qualification as well as a driver’s license where necessary, will only be submitted by shortlisted candidates to HR on or before the day of the interview date. Application that do not comply with the above specifications will not be considered and will be disqualified. It remains the responsibility of an applicant to ensure that application reaches the department noting different options provided for submission. Applicants who wish to post their application forms are encouraged to utilize courier services in light of the current post office challenges. A SAQA evaluation report must accompany foreign qualifications. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. A pre-entry certificate obtained from National School of Government (NSG) is required before appointment for all SMS positions. Candidate will complete a financial disclosure form and also be required to undergo a security clearance. Foreigners or dual citizenship holder must provide the Police Clearance certificate from country of origin only when shortlisted. The DOJ&CD is an equal opportunity employer. In the filling of vacant posts the objectives of section 195 (1) (i) of the Constitution of South Africa, 1996 (Act No: 108 of 1996), the Employment Equity imperatives as defined by the Employment Equity Act, 1998 (Act No: 55 of 1998) and relevant Human Resources policies of the Department will be taken into consideration. Reasonable accommodation shall be applied for People with Disabilities including where driver’s license is a requirement. Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If you do not hear from us within 3 months of this advertisement, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful. The department reserves the right not to fill these positions. Women and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply and preference will be given to the EE Target.Advertised on Dpsa circular 06 of 2026