Vacant Jobs at Office of the Chief Justice South Africa

REQUIREMENTS :

• Applicants must be in possession of a three-year Bachelor’s degree (NQF Level 7) in Bachelors in Social Sciences or relevant and equivalent qualification at NQF level 7 as recognized by SAQA.
• A post-graduate qualification (NQF Level 8) Law will be an added advantage.
• Minimum of five (5) years’ relevant experience in the related field with 3 years proven experience as Assistant Director in the Research and Training Environment, Extensive knowledge and at least three years’ experience in conducting empirical research;
• Experience in providing support to Committees and stakeholder liaison; Proven experience in managing publications and proof of at least one publication by the applicant; will be added advantage; A valid driver’s licence.

DUTIES :

• Facilitate the production of SAJEI publications on Judicial Education; Conduct training needs assessment;
• Conduct impact assessment on SAJEI training programs; Monitor legal research and output; Facilitate development and review of SAJEI training materials;
• Facilitate quality assurance of SAJEI training materials; Develop and implement projects on the SAJEI Research Agenda; Identify relevant research methodology for the projects;
• Develop research questionnaires; initiate and conduct research into Judicial Education;
• Analyse data and prepare research reports; Monitor amendments of legislation and provide update to Director Research and Curriculum Development; Prepare training reports and quarterly evaluation reports 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Grade 12 and three (3) year’s National Diploma in Labour Relations/ Human Resource management/ Law/ or equivalent qualification at NQF Level 6.
• A valid Driver License and Willingness to travel.
• A minimum of three (3) years’ experience in the Labour Relations environment of which two (2) years must be at a supervisory level. 

DUTIES :

• Coordinate and handle all misconduct cases within the Department promptly and effectively. Finalise all grievances and complaints received from employees in the Department timeously.
• Providing guidance and conducting comprehensive investigations for all complex and escalated issues or those representing significant risk to the department. Provide training and advocacy relating to Employment Relations Matters. Provide support in terms of representing the Department at the Departmental Bargaining Chamber.
• Develop and manage the information and records off all the activities in the Employment Relations Unit and capture cases on Persal. Accurately update the Case management system. Facilitate the implementation of the Implementation of Labour Relations, policies, guidelines, procedures and provide advice therefore. Competently representing the Department at external disputes resolution forums.
• Assist in the management of strike action within the department. Coordinate effective collective bargaining within the department by ensuring healthy working relationships and engagement with the relevant recognized trade unions. Serving as an employee relations expert. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Matric Certificate and a three (3) years’ tertiary qualification in Social Work or Psychology (NQ6).
• A minimum of three (3) years’ functional experience in Employee Health and Wellness environment.
• Registration with SACSSP/HPCSA or relevant statutory body required. 

DUTIES :

• Ensure the coordination and the implementation of EHW programmes within the OCJ. Coordinate the psychosocial wellness through preventive and curative programs within the OCJ. Maintain the establishment of partnership and network with stakeholders. Coordinate the events related to Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) in line with the departmental strategic objectives. Provide awareness and education on the health and wellness issues.
• Generate, consolidate and submit reports for data analysis and statistics. Render employee assistance through counselling (individual and group sessions) and other forms of interventions from relevant professionals. Contribute towards the development of EHW policies.
• Conduct research and benchmark in line with best practices. Develop and review the Employee Health and Wellness policies in line with Public Service Prescripts and DPSA guidelines.
• Review all the Employee Health and Wellness templates and SOP for approval. Ensure and implement the SHERQ within the OCJ. Implement OHS services within the OCJ. Monitor the potential hazards and ensure risk management within the OCJ. Ensure and implement environmental management within the OCJ.
• Provide logistical support in commemoration of HIV/AIDS, STI and TB events in accordance with employee health and wellness policies within the OCJ.
• Coordinate screening for body mass index, chronic diseases and HIV counselling and testing. Ensure the implementation of HIV & AIDS and TB management policy and programmes. Participate and provide inputs in the coordination of the HIV and AIDS, STI & TB Strategy. Facilitate health related events, activities and interventions.
• Provide health awareness within the OCJ. Implement diversity management programmes within the OCJ. Coordinate, evaluate and implement Gender, Disability, Youth and Diversity Management Programmes within the organization. Facilitate and support the establishment of Women, Men and Disability forum within the organization. Promote the mainstreaming, development and empowerment of women, men, youth and people living with disability.
• Provide support in managing resources (Assets/ Devices/ Human) in the sub-Unit. Supervise and develop staff. Ensure general supervision of employees. Manage the provision of employees support services through an integrated wellness programme. 

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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 or a minimum of 20 modules completed towards an LLB, BA/BCom Law degree will serve as an advantage.
• Shortlisted candidates will be required to pass a typing test. 

DUTIES :

• Provide general secretarial/administrative duties to the Judge. Typing (or format) of draft memorandum decision, opinions or judgement entries written by or assigned by Judge. Provide general secretarial/administrative duties to the Judge.
• Manage and type correspondence, judgements and orders for the Judge (including Dictaphone typing). Arrange and diarize appointments, meetings and official visits and make travel and accommodation arrangements. Safeguarding of all case files and the endorsement of case files with an order made by Judge. 
• Update files and documents and provide copies of documents to the Registrar. Perform digital recording of court proceedings on urgent court cases after hours or on circuit court and ensure integrity of such recordings. Store, keep and file court records safely. Accompany the Judge to the court. Compile court statistics daily.
• Management of Judge’s vehicle, logbook and driving thereof. Compile data and prepare reports and documents for assigned Judges as necessary; including expense reports, continuing legal hours, financial disclosure statements and case management. Arrange refreshments for the Judge and his or her visitors and attend to their needs.
• Management of Judge’s library and updating of documentation. Execute legal research as directed by the Judge and comply with departmental prescripts, policies, procedures and guidelines. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Grade twelve (12) certificate, a minimum of 20 modules completed towards an LLB, BA or Bachelor Law Degree.
• A minimum of two (2) secretarial experience a valid driver’s license, an LLB Degree, Bachelor Law Degree will serve as an added advantage and results must accompany the application, shortlisted candidates will be required to pass a typing test.

DUTIES :

• Provide general secretarial/administrative duties to the Judge. Typing (or format) of draft memorandum decision, opinions or judgement entries written by or assigned by Judge. Provide general secretarial/administrative duties to the Judge. Manage and type correspondence, judgements and orders for the Judge (including Dictaphone typing). Arrange and diarize appointments, meetings and official visits and make travel and accommodation arrangements.
• Safeguarding of all case files and the endorsement of case files with an order made by Judge. Update files and documents and provide copies of documents to the Registrar. Perform digital recording of court proceedings on urgent court cases after hours or on circuit court and ensure integrity of such recordings. Store, keep and file court records safely. Accompany the Judge to the court. Compile court statistics daily.
• Management of Judge’s vehicle, logbook and driving thereof. Compile data and prepare reports and documents for assigned Judges as necessary; including expense reports, continuing legal hours, financial disclosure statements and case management. Arrange refreshments for the Judge and his or her visitors and attend to their needs.
• Management of Judge’s library and updating of documentation. Execute legal research as directed by the Judge and comply with departmental prescripts, policies, procedures and guidelines. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Grade 12 certificate. No experience required. National Diploma (NQF level 6) with 360 credits in the related field will be an added advantage.
• A valid driver’s license will be an added advantage. Understanding of confidentiality in Government Knowledge of relevant legislation.

DUTIES :

• General clerical duties. Provide supply chain clerical support services.
• Provide and maintain stationery usage. Maintain an efficient filing system.
• Delivering and tracking of correspondence. Ushering of guests.
• Preparation for meetings. Follow up on tasks.
• Perform any other support duty as may be required by SAJEI management.