Department of Justice Entry-Level Vacancies (October 2024)
The Department of Justice and Constitutional Development invites qualified individuals to apply for entry-level vacancies for various positions.
Location: Gauteng, North-West and Western Cape
The closing date for applications is 07 October 2024, and the following posts are open for recruitment:
Post 34/60: 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).
- Centre: National Office, Pretoria
- Closing Date: 07 October 2024
Requirements:
- LLB degree or recognized legal qualification (4 years)
- 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 is essential
Key Responsibilities:
- Processing requests for Presidential pardons
- Handling applications for expunging criminal records
- Managing petitions for court referrals under the Criminal Procedure Act
- Overseeing stakeholder relations and people management
For inquiries, contact Mr. M. Mokoena at (012) 744 2026. Applications can be submitted via mail, physical address, or email. Remember to quote the relevant reference number.
- Postal Address: Private Bag X81, Pretoria, 0001
- Physical Address: Application Box, First Floor, Reception, East Tower, Momentum Building, 329 Pretorius Building, Pretoria
- Email: [email protected]
Post 34/61: Maintenance Officer (MR1-MR5) (X4 Posts)
- Salary: R239 673 – R1 053 387 per annum (salary in accordance with OSD determination)
- Centres & 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)
- Familiarity with the Maintenance Act, family law, and maintenance system
- Valid driver’s license required for some locations (e.g., Westonaria)
- Proficiency in English, Sesotho, and Xhosa (specific to Westonaria)
Key Responsibilities:
- Act as a Maintenance Officer in line with the Maintenance Act
- Obtain financial details for maintenance inquiries
- Supervise Maintenance Investigators
- Manage Maintenance Court proceedings and implement court orders
For inquiries, contact regional offices:
- Western Cape: Mr. C Fortuin/Ms. L Mayedwa at (021) 401 1202 / (044) 693 3113
- Gauteng: Ms. R.R. Moabelo at (011) 332 9000
Applications can be sent to the relevant provincial offices through mail, physical address, or email.
Post 34/62: Court Interpreter
- Salary: R216 417 – R254 928 per annum
- Centres & 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 is an advantage
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
For inquiries, contact regional offices:
- Gauteng: Ms. R. Moabelo at (011) 332 9000
- Western Cape: Mr. D Xegwana at (022) 482 1121
- North West: Ms. L Shoai at (018) 397 7088
Applications should be submitted to the relevant regional offices by quoting the applicable reference number.
General Note:
People with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Ensure that each application is submitted separately with the relevant reference number. Remember, the closing date for all applications is 07 October 2024.
Good luck to all applicants!
