he Department of Justice and Constitutional Development is now accepting applications for several positions in Gauteng, North-West, and the Western Cape. The closing date for all applications is 07 October 2024.
Available Posts:
1. Legal Administration Officer (MR3-MR5): Legal Process
- Ref No: 24/25/LD
- Salary: R307 659 – R1 053 387 per annum (depending on experience and qualifications, as per OSD determination)
- Location: National Office, Pretoria
Requirements:
- LLB degree or recognized 4-year legal qualification
- Minimum 2 years of post-qualification legal experience
- Knowledge of the South African legal system, the Constitution, Criminal Procedure Act, and Child Justice Act
- Office administration experience
Key Responsibilities:
- Process requests for Presidential pardons
- Handle applications for expunging criminal records
- Manage petitions for court referrals under the Criminal Procedure Act
- Oversee stakeholder relations and people management
Inquiries: Mr. M. Mokoena (012) 744 2026
Applications:
- Postal: Private Bag X81, Pretoria, 0001
- Physical: Application Box, First Floor, Reception, East Tower, Momentum Building, 329 Pretorius Building, Pretoria
- Email: [email protected]
2. Maintenance Officer (MR1-MR5) – 4 Posts
- Salary: R239 673 – R1 053 387 per annum (in accordance with OSD determination)
- Locations & Ref Numbers:
- Cape Town Magistrate Office: 07/2024/WC
- Protea Magistrate Office (Lenasia): 2024/09/GP
- Westonaria Magistrate Office: 2024/07/GP
- Mossel Bay Magistrate Office: 06/2024/WC
Requirements:
- LLB degree or equivalent legal qualification (4 years)
- Knowledge of the Maintenance Act, family law, and maintenance system
- Valid driver’s license (required for Westonaria)
- Proficiency in English, Sesotho, and Xhosa (Westonaria)
Key Responsibilities:
- Act as a Maintenance Officer under the Maintenance Act
- Obtain financial details for maintenance inquiries
- Supervise Maintenance Investigators
- Manage Maintenance Court proceedings and implement court orders
Inquiries:
- Western Cape: Mr. C Fortuin/Ms. L Mayedwa (021) 401 1202 / (044) 693 3113
- Gauteng: Ms. R.R. Moabelo (011) 332 9000
3. Court Interpreter
- Salary: R216 417 – R254 928 per annum
- Locations & Ref Numbers:
- Palm Ridge Magistrate Office: 2024/10/GP
- Hopefield Magistrate Office: 05/2024/WC
- Bloemhof Magistrate Court: 24/VA05/NW
- Rustenburg Magistrate Court: 24/VA06/NW
- Molopo Magistrate Court: 24/VA07/NW
Requirements:
- Grade 12 or equivalent qualification
- Proficiency in English and at least two indigenous languages
- For Gauteng and Bloemhof: fluency in Afrikaans and Setswana
- Experience in interpreting legal documents (advantageous)
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide interpretation services in criminal, civil, and labour courts
- Translate legal documents and maintain case records
- Assist with court statistics and case management
Inquiries:
- Gauteng: Ms. R. Moabelo (011) 332 9000
- Western Cape: Mr. D Xegwana (022) 482 1121
- North West: Ms. L Shoai (018) 397 7088
General Note:
Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Make sure to submit separate applications with the relevant reference number for each position.
Closing Date: 07 October 2024.