Job Openings at Office of the Chief Justice South Africa

REQUIREMENTS :

• Applicants should be in possession Bachelors Degree (NQF Level 7) as by SAQA in Public Administration / Management / Business Administration / Management or equivalent. An LLB qualification and proven research capabilities will be an added advantage.
• The applicant should have a minimum of 5 years experience at senior management level. Experience in executive support or strategic management either in public or private sector.
• Successful completion of the Public Service SMS pre-entry Certificate (Nyukela Certificate) as endorsed by the National School of Government is a pre- requisite for appointment.
• Proven ability to draft and quality control highly complex policy documents and legal instruments. 
• An understanding of the South African legal system. 
• Extensive knowledge of the functioning of an executive office and related administrative systems. 
• Organizational ability and analytical acumen.
• Advanced research and writing skills. 
• Advanced knowledge of the application of MS Office applications. 
• Ability and willingness to travel often and work long hours.
• A valid driver’s license. 
• The candidate need to meet the requirements for a top secret security clearance. 

Attributes:

• Self-driven.
• Display initiative. 
• Ability to meet strict deadlines and to work under pressure. 
• A sense of attention to detail. 
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal). 

Process Competencies: 

• Knowledge Management, Service Delivery Innovation,  Problem Solving and Analysis, Client Orientation and Customer Focus, Communication Honesty and integrity. 

Required Core Competencies:

• Strategic Capacity and Leadership, People Management and Empowerment, Financial Management, Change Management, Programme and project Management

CLOSING DATE : 06 FEBRUARY 2026

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Applicants should be in possession of an LLB degree or a four-year recognized legal qualification.
• A valid driver’s license. 
• A minimum three (3) years’ relevant legal experience in the judicial regulatory environment. 
• An understanding of the functioning of Commissions or Tribunals would be an added advantage.
• Candidates must demonstrate in-depth knowledge of the Judicial Service Commission Act, 1994 and the Code of Judicial Conduct. 

Skills and Competencies: 

• Report writing and editing skills, legal research and analytical skills, Project Management, Planning and organizing, Accuracy and paying attention to detail, Communication skills, Computer literacy, Excellent interpersonal skills, Ability to work under pressure and independently. 
• Problem solving skills, Administration skills. Willingness to travel. 
• All shortlisted candidates shall undertake a pre-entry practical exercise as part of the assessment method to determine the candidate's suitability based on the post's technical and generic requirements.

CLOSING DATE : 06 FEBRUARY 2026

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Applicants should be in possession of a Grade 12 certificate, a minimum of one (01) year secretarial experience or as an office assistant in a legal environment.
• A valid drivers’ license, LLB degree or minimum of 20 modules completed towards an LLB, NA/Bcom Law degree will serve as an added advantage, and results must accompany the application.

Skills and competencies:

• Excellent communication skills (verbal & written); Computer literacy; Numerical skills; Attention to detail; Planning, organizing and control;
• Problem solving and decision-making skills; Customer service oriented; Interpersonal skills; Conflict management and strong work ethics; Professionalism;
• Ability to work under pressure and meeting deadlines;
• Results driven; Honesty and trustworthy.
• Observance of confidentiality.
• All shortlisted candidates shall undertake a preentry practical exercise as part of the assessment method to determine the candidate's suitability based on the post's technical and generic requirements.

CLOSING DATE : 06 FEBRUARY 2026

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REQUIREMENTS : #

• Applicants should be in possession of a Grade 12.
• A minimum of one (01) to two (2) years secretarial experience.
• A valid driver’s license. An LLB Degree, Bachelor of Law Degree or a minimum of 20 modules completed towards an LLB, BA or Bachelor of Law Degree will serve as an advantage.

Skills and competencies:

• Excellent communication skills (verbal & written);
• Computer literacy;
• Numerical skills;
• Attention to detail;
• Planning, organizing and control;
• Problem solving and decision-making skills;
• Customer service oriented;
• Interpersonal skills;
• Conflict management and strong work ethics;
• Professionalism;
• Ability to work under pressure and meeting deadlines;
• Results driven;
• Honesty and trustworthy.
• Observance of confidentiality.
• All shortlisted candidates shall undertake a pre-entry practical exercise as part of the assessment method to determine the candidate's suitability based on the post's technical and generic requirements.

CLOSING DATE : 06 FEBRUARY 2026

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Applicants should be in possession of an LLB Degree or Four (04) year legal qualifications. a valid driver’s license.
• A MR3: LLB Degree or equivalent plus a minimum of 2 years post qualification experience in legal profession.
• MR4: LLB Degree or equivalent plus a minimum of 8 years post qualification experience in legal profession.
• MR5: LLB Degree or equivalent plus a minimum of 14 years post qualification experience in legal profession).

Skills and competencies:

• Excellent communication skills (verbal & written);
• Computer literacy;
• Numerical skills;
• Attention to detail;
• Planning, organizing and control; Problem solving and decision-making skills;
• Customer service oriented; Interpersonal skills;
• Conflict management and strong work ethics;
• Professionalism; Ability to work under pressure and meeting deadlines;
• Results driven; Honesty and trustworthy. Observance of confidentiality.
• All shortlisted candidates shall undertake a pre-entry practical exercise as part of the assessment method to determine the candidate's suitability based on the post's technical and generic requirements.

CLOSING DATE : 06 FEBRUARY 2026

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Applicants should be in possession of a grade 12 (NQF4) certificate or equivalent.
• No previous experience required and valid Driver’s License.

Skills and Competencies:

• Good Communication skills (written and Verbal) Good Administration and Organizational skills;
• Customer service skills and ability to work under pressure; good interpersonal and public relations.
• Team work.
• The following will serve as an added advantage: court administration or court related functions with regard to court recordings.
• All shortlisted candidates shall undertake a pre-entry practical exercise as part of the assessment methods to determine the candidate’s suitability based on the posts’ technical and generic requirements.

CLOSING DATE : 06 FEBRUARY 2026

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Grade 10, ABET level 3 or recognized trade certificate.
• A minimum of (01) year experience in the relevant field.

Skills & Competencies:

• Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
• Knowledge on how to operate hand and power tools.
• Knowledge of building infrastructure layouts.
• Basic Computer literate.
• Communication skills.
• To work as part of a team.
• Reliability.
• Hard working.
• Problem solving skills.
• Innovation.
• Ability to work independently.
• Must be semi-skilled in trades of plumbing, electrical, bricklaying and carpentry or mechanical.
• Must be willing to do all other general worker duties when required to do so and be keen to learn.
• Must be physical healthy. Experienced driving capabilities.

CLOSING DATE : 06 FEBRUARY 2026