DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE AND CONSTITUTIONAL DEVELOPMENT VACANCIES

DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE AND CONSTITUTIONAL DEVELOPMENT VACANCIES

DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE AND CONSTITUTIONAL DEVELOPMENT
The Department of Justice and Constitutional Development’s mandate is to ensure that there is
accessible justice system in our vibrant and evolving constitutional democracy. It is responsible,
amongst others, to enable Access to Justice for all, promote Constitutionalism, Rule of Law, Respect for
Human Rights; and to coordinate the State Litigation and Legal Advisory Services. The Department is
therefore presenting an opportunity to dynamic individuals with relevant competencies to join a dynamic
team in its quest to fulfill its mandate and deliver justice services to the people of South Africa.

CLOSING DATE : 09 March 2026

NOTE : The application must include only completed and signed new Form Z83,
obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at
www.gov.za, and a detailed Curriculum Vitae. Certified copies of Identity
Document, Senior Certificate and the highest required qualification as well as
a driver’s license where necessary, will only be submitted by shortlisted
candidates to HR on or before the day of the interview date. Application that do
not comply with the above specifications will not be considered and will be
disqualified. It remains the responsibility of an applicant to ensure that
application reaches the department noting different options provided for
submission. Applicants who wish to post their application forms are
encouraged to utilize courier services in light of the current post office
challenges. A SAQA evaluation report must accompany foreign qualifications.

All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry
assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s
suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other
must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. A pre-entry certificate
obtained from National School of Government (NSG) is required before
appointment for all SMS positions. Candidate will complete a financial
disclosure form and also be required to undergo a security clearance.
Foreigners or dual citizenship holder must provide the Police Clearance
certificate from country of origin only when shortlisted. The DOJ&CD is an
equal opportunity employer. In the filling of vacant posts the objectives of
section 195 (1) (i) of the Constitution of South Africa, 1996 (Act No: 108 of
1996), the Employment Equity imperatives as defined by the Employment
Equity Act, 1998 (Act No: 55 of 1998) and relevant Human Resources policies
of the Department will be taken into consideration.

Reasonable
accommodation shall be applied for People with Disabilities including where
driver’s license is a requirement. Correspondence will be limited to short-listed
candidates only. If you do not hear from us within 3 months of this
advertisement, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful. The
department reserves the right not to fill these positions. Women and people
with disabilities are encouraged to apply and preference will be given to the EE
Target.

MANAGEMENT ECHELON

POST 06/49 : ACCOUNTING CLERK REF NO 52/26EC
SALARY : R228 321 – R268 950 per annum. The successful candidate will be required to
sign a performance agreement.
CENTRE : Provincial Office, East London

REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 or equivalent qualification. Knowledge and understanding of financial
legislation, Prescripts and Procedures; Knowledge of Basic Operating System
(BAS), Justice Yellow Page (JYP), PERSAL; Knowledge of Public Finance
Management Act (PFMA), Division of Revenue Act (DORA), Public Service Act
(PSA), Public Service Regulation (PSR) and Preferential of Procurement Policy
Framework Act (PPPFA); Knowledge of basic financial operating systems
(PERSAL, BAS, LOGIS). Skills and Competencies: Computer literacy; Good
communication skills (Written & verbal); Creative and analytical; Planning and
Organizing; Problem solving and conflict Management; Accuracy and attention
to detail.

DUTIES : Key Performance Areas: Render financial accounting transactions; Perform
salary administration support; Perform bookkeeping support services; Render
a budget support service.
ENQUIRIES : Ms. C Williams Tel No: (043) 702 7000 / 7131
APPLICATIONS : Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your application to: The
Provincial Head, Private Bag X9065, East London, 5200 or hand deliver at the
Provincial Office, Department of Justice, 3 Phillip Frame Road, Waverley Park
complex, East London OR https://forms.office.com/r/X2XaVPasWu

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POST 06/50 : HUMAN RESOURCE OFFICER REF NO: 51/26EC (X2 POSTS)
SALARY : R228 321 – R268 950 per annum. The successful candidate will be required to
sign a performance agreement.
CENTRE : Provincial Office, East London

REQUIREMENTS : Grade12 or equivalent qualification; Knowledge of human resource duties,
practices as well as the ability to capture data and operate computer;
Understanding of the of the legislative framework governing the Public Service;
Knowledge of procedures in terms of the working environment. Skills and
Competencies: Computer literacy (MS Office); Communication (verbal and
written) skills; Good organizing skills; Organizational abilities; Accuracy and
attention to detail.

DUTIES : Key Performance Areas: Implementing human resources administration
practices: Recruitment and Selection (Advertisements, Appointments,
Transfer, verification of qualifications, secretariat functions at interview,
absorptions, probationary period); Implement conditions of services (leave,
housing, medical, injury on duty, long service recognition, overtime, relocation,
pension, allowances, PILIR or etc); Performance Management; Termination of
services etc.

ENQUIRIES : Ms. C Williams Tel No: (043) 702 7000 / 7131
APPLICATIONS : Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your application to: The
Provincial Head, Private Bag X9065, East London, 5200 or hand deliver at the
Provincial Office, Department of Justice, 3 Phillip Frame Road, Waverley Park
complex, East London OR https://forms.office.com/r/X2XaVPasWu

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POST 06/51 : ADMINISTRATION CLERK (X2 POSTS)
SALARY : R228 321 – R268 950 per annum. The successful candidate will be required to
sign a performance agreement.
CENTRE : Magistrate Office: Vredenburg Ref No: 12/2026/WC (X1 Post)
Magistrate Office: Graaff-Reinet Ref No: 45/26EC (X1 Post)

REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 or equivalent qualification. Skills and Competencies: Computer
literacy (MS Office); Planning and organizing skills.; Good communication skills
(verbal and written); Good interpersonal relations; Attention to detail.

DUTIES : Key Performance Areas: Render general clerical support services; Provide
supply chain clerical support services within the component; Provide personnel
administration clerical support services within the component; Provide financial
administration support services in the component.

ENQUIRIES : Western Cape: Mr A Knowles Tel No: (021) 462 5471
Eastern Cape: Ms. C Williams Tel No: (043) 702 7000 / 7131

APPLICATIONS : Western Cape: Please direct your applications to: Provincial Head: Private
Bag X9171, Cape Town, 8000 OR physical address: 8 Riebeeck Street, 5th
Floor Norton Rose House, Cape Town OR
https://forms.office.com/r/X2XaVPasWu For Attention: Cape Town: Ms P
Paraffin
Eastern Cape: Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your application
to: The Provincial Head, Private Bag X9065, East London, 5200 or hand deliver
at the Provincial Office, Department of Justice, 3 Phillip Frame Road, Waverley
Park complex, East London OR https://forms.office.com/r/X2XaVPasWu

NOTE : Separate application must be made quoting the relevant reference number

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POST 06/52 : MESSENGER (X2 POSTS)
SALARY : R193 359 – R227 766 per annum. The successful candidate will be required to
sign a performance agreement.
CENTRE : Magistrate Office: Peddie Ref No 46/26EC (X1 Post)
Magistrate Office: Tabankulu Ref No 47/26EC (X1 Post)

REQUIREMENTS : Grade 10/ Abet level 4; A valid driver’s license. Skills and Competencies: Basic
Computer literacy; Communication at appropriate level; Creative thinking;
Customer service orientation; Problem analysis; Self-management; Ability to
work in a team; Technical proficiency.

DUTIES : Key Performance Areas: Render driver/ messenger support services; Collect
correspondence, distribute mail and parcels to the various office; Collect
documents from respective government institutions; Transport officials to
various destinations; Render clerical support services.

ENQUIRIES : Mr W Ndamase Tel No: (043) 702 702 7000/7133
APPLICATIONS : Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your application to: The
Provincial Head, Private Bag X9065, East London, 5200 or hand deliver at the
Provincial Office, Department of Justice, 3 Phillip Frame Road, Waverley Park
complex, East London OR https://forms.office.com/r/X2XaVPasWu

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POST 06/53 : TELECOM OPERATOR (X2 POSTS)
SALARY R193 359 – R227 766 per annum. The successful candidate will be required to
sign a performance agreement.
CENTRE : Magistrate Office: Paarl Ref No: 10/2026/WCX (X1 Post)
Master of The High Court: Grahamstown Ref No: 53/26EC (X1 Post)

REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 or equivalent qualification. Skills and Competencies: Communication
(written and verbal) skills; Computer literacy (MS Office); Interpersonal skills;
Good telephone etiquette; Numerical skills; Ability to operate technical
equipment; Loyalty and high levels of integrity; Ability to work under pressure;
Conflict management skills.

DUTIES : Key Performance Areas: Handle incoming and outgoing calls, transfer calls,
take and convey messages; Ensure that the switchboard is manned at all
times; Attend to all other duties that may be required.

ENQUIRIES : Western Cape: Ms W Nguyuza Tel No: (021) 462 5471
Eastern Cape: Ms C Williams Tel No: (043) 702 7000 / 7131

APPLICATIONS : Western Cape: Please direct your applications to: Provincial Head: Private
Bag X9171, Cape Town, 8000 OR physical address: 8 Riebeeck Street, 5th
Floor Norton Rose House, Cape Town OR
https://forms.office.com/r/X2XaVPasWu For Attention: Ms P Paraffin
Eastern Cape: Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your application
to: The Provincial Head, Private Bag X9065, East London, 5200 or hand deliver
at the Provincial Office, Department of Justice, 3 Phillip Frame Road, Waverley
Park complex, East London OR https://forms.office.com/r/X2XaVPasWu

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POST 06/54 : SECURITY OFFICER REF NO: 11/2026/WC
SALARY : R163 680 – R192 810 per annum. The successful candidate will be required to
sign a performance agreement.
CENTRE : Magistrate Office, Goodwood

REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12; Knowledge of Physical Security procedures and processes, Safety
and Security Legislative Frameworks, PSIRA Grade C. Skills and
Competencies: Communication skills (verbal and written); Problem solving;
Good interpersonal relations; Planning and organizing skills; Computer
literacy; Ability to operate security equipment; Understanding of confidentiality
in Government.

DUTIES : Key Performance Areas: Provide access control; Improve safety in the building
or premises; Prohibit unauthorized items from entering or leaving the building
or premises; Watch CCTV cameras; Enroll staff on bio-metric system; Provide
access to staff coming to the premises over weekends.

ENQUIRIES : Mr A Knowles Tel No: (021) 462 5471

APPLICATIONS : Please forward your application to: Provincial Head: Private Bag X 9171, Cape
Town, 8000 or physical address: 8 Riebeeck Street, 5th Floor Norton Rose
House, Cape Town OR https://forms.office.com/r/X2XaVPasWu
FOR ATTENTION : Ms P Paraffin