Job Opportunities at Office of the Chief Justice South Africa

REQUIREMENTS :

• Matric certificate and a three-year National Diploma/ Bachelor’ Degree in Human Resources Management or equivalent qualification at NQF Level 6 with 360 credits as recognized by SAQA.
• A minimum of three (3) years relevant experience in Human Resources Management and Administration. Three (3) years’ experience with a minimum of one (1) year at supervisory level in HRM and related fields. A valid driver’s license. 

DUTIES :

• Manage and coordinate HRM administration matters within the Department, to contribute to the rendering of a professional Human Resource Management services with respect to conditions of service and benefits, leave, housing, medical aid, injury on duty, termination, long service recognition, overtime, relocation, pension, allowances. HR provisioning (Recruitment and selection, appointment, transfers, verification of qualifications, secretariat functions at interviews etc).
• Implement and manage the Performance Management and Development system in the province. Responsible for the facilitation and coordination of Labour Relations, Employee Wellness and Learning and Development in the Province. Address Human Resources Administration enquiries and manage all PERSAL transactions.
• Ensure the correct implementation of Departmental/Public Service policies on matters related to Human Resources Management and adherence to the relevant prescripts/ legislations. Inform, guide and advice relevant stakeholders on Human Resources administration matters to enhance the correct implementation of Personnel administration practices/policies.
• Manage and administer policy and procedures on incapacity leave and ill-health retirement (PILIR) in the Department. Manage the HRM Registry services and records management. Prepare and consolidate reports. Human resources management administration issues. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• National Diploma or Degree in Environmental Health, Safety management or equivalent qualification at NQF level 6.
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) field / related experience of which one (1) year should be on a supervisory level. Registration with SAIOSH or relevant statutory body required. 

DUTIES :

• Facilitate the development, reviews and implementation of the Policy on OHS and other related policies: Draft OHS Annual Plan and schedule. Draft OHS policy and send to all employees for their inputs. Develop and manage a fully sustainable health and safety program for the department: Establish and maintain fully functional health and safety committees Facilitate nomination process of H&S Representatives and committee.
• Ensure availability of H&S Reps in each location. Keep records of designation letters and certificates. Facilitate training of Health and Safety Reps. Schedule monthly meetings of the Health and Safety Committees.
• Provide secretariat services for OHS Committees. Develop and implement an incident management system: Establish and maintain an incident and accident management system. Keep record and report of incident and accident management system. Provision of first aid assistance when necessary and manage register.
• Conduct investigation on incidents/accidents and keep records. Provide necessary forms to employees when necessary. Hazard identification and risk assessment: Develop standardized inspection checklist. Conduct Daily/Weekly/Monthly inspections. Conduct evacuation drills to ensure safety of employees.
• Communicate findings of inspections to the building owner and corrective actions to be taken. IOD Management and liaise with the Commissioner for Compensation. Supervise staff: Allocate work. Train and develop employees. Supervise maintenance and cleaning services. Liaison with building maintenance at all sites/offices. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Matric Certificate and a three-year National Diploma / Degree in Library Science or an equivalent qualification at a NQF6 level.
• Knowledge of Library and information Science Matters, prescripts and Legislation, procedure and processes and Library Services,
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience in Library and Information Systems, Experience in a legal library will serve as an added advantage.

DUTIES :

• Render an effective and efficient Library and Information services to the users of the library, Manage the Library and information systems,
• Assist with book selection for the Library and/or Chambers, Classify and Catalogue the Western Cape Division of the High Court’s Library Material,
• Render reference and information service for the Western Cape Divisions of the High Court’s Library,
• Monitor the Library budget and give inputs to the library budget, Market and Promote the Library Services, Perform Administration and Supervisory Service,
• Perform any other court related work required to improve the efficiency of the Western Cape Division of the High Court, Perform asset management i.e. library books. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• A Grade 12. One (1) year’s secretarial experience or as an office assistant in a legal environment. A valid driver’s license. An LLB degree will serve as an advantage. Shortlisted candidates will be required to pass a typing test. 

DUTIES :

• Provide general secretarial/administration duties to the Judge. Typing (or Formatting) of draft memorandum decisions, opinions or judgments entries written by or assigned by the Judge. Manage and type correspondence and judgments and court order for the Judge. Conduct legal research.
• Arrange and Diarize appointments, meetings and official visits and make travel and accommodation arrangements. Update files and documents and provide copies of documents to the Registrar.
• Store, keep and file court records safely. After case has been completed and opinion, decision or Judgment made, perform digital recording of court proceedings on urgent cases after hours and ensure the integrity of such recordings. Manage the Judges ‘vehicle logbook, and the driver thereof.
• Compile Data and prepare reports and documents for the Judge as necessary including expense reports, continuing legal hours, financial disclosure statements and case management. Arrange refreshments for the Judge and her visitors and attend to their needs. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Applicants should be in possession of grade twelve (12) and ten (10) years’ practical experience in court interpreting or a 3 year National Diploma (NQF 6) in Legal interpreting or equivalent qualification on NQF Level 6 (360 credits) and a minimum of three (3) years practical experience in court Interpreting.
• Proficiency in English, Afrikaans, SiSwati, XiTsonga, SePedi and Zulu candidates will be required to undergo oral written language proficiency testing. A valid driver’s license will be an added advantage.

DUTIES :

• Rendering interpreting services in criminal court, civil court, labour and quasijudicial proceedings. Rendering interpreting services during consultations.
• Translate legal documents and exhibits. Assist with reconstruction of court records. Develop terminology, coin words.
• Perform specific line and administrative support functions of the Judiciary, court Manager and Supervisor as and when is required. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Grade twelve (12) or NQF Level 4 qualification, Computer literacy knowledge of clerical duties and understanding of legal framework governing the public service.

DUTIES :

• Type court orders, court documents, and reports. Type court orders and relevant court documents in line with the endorsement on the front of the court file. Type judgments.
• Make amendments on judgments as per the Judge’s request/instruction. Compile term roll, week, and un/opposed motion roll and maintain registers.
• Draft term rolls for each court term in line with the Gazette terms. Compile and submit relevant orders and judgments to relevant stakeholders. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Possession of senior certificate (Grade 12) or National Certificate (vocational) on the national learner record database pm MQF 4.
• A relevant experience required, Basic Security Officer’s course registered with PSIRA.

DUTIES :

• Perform access control functions, ensure that equipment, document and store do not leave or enter the building or premises unauthorized, operate control room security equipment’s, ensure safety in the building and premises, Ensure all incidents are recorded in the occurrence books/registers.
• Checking of parcels and equipment leaving the building to ensure that there is an authorised removal letter included. Monitor cameras and alert management to any security risks.
• Monitor compliance by outsourced security service in terms of postings, security equipment and security compliance in terms of the SLA; Registering of employees, visitors and contractors, electronic searching of employees, visitors and contractors; Patrol buildings and fenced off areas; Guard vehicles and equipment.
• Ensure safekeeping of office/storeroom keys and report any losses, damages or theft; Authorize entry into the premises to employees.
• Bring any deficiencies or problems with regard to security matters to the attention of senior security personnel. Perform any other duties assigned to you by the Supervisor/Court Manager.