Department of Justice and Constitutional Development Vacancies 2022: Check Posts, Qualifications and How to Apply

Department of Justice and Constitutional Development

DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE & CONSTITUTIONAL DEVELOPMENT 

CLOSING DATE : 05 December 2022

NOTE : Interested applicants must submit their applications for employment to the address specified in each post. 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. A SAQA evaluation report must accompany foreign qualifications. All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical and competency assessment. A pre-entry certificate obtained from National School of Government (NSG) is required for all SMS applicants. 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. 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.

ERRATUM: Please note that the post of Assistant Director: ICT Governance Management, Ref No: 22/274/ISM advertised on Circular No: 42 of 2022 (Post 42/56), dated: 04 November 2022 has been withdrawn. We apologize for any inconvenience caused in this regard.

AREA COURT MANAGER (X2 POSTS) 
SALARY : R766 584 – R903 006 per annum, (all inclusive remuneration package). The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement.
CENTRE : Nelson Mandela Metro – Gqeberha Ref No: 167/22EC
Joe Gqabi District – Sterkspruit Ref No: 168/22EC

REQUIREMENTS : An undergraduate National Diploma/Degree qualification (NQF level 6) as recognized by SAQA in Public Administration / Public Management / Legal or equivalent qualification; At least 3 years’ relevant experience at managerial (Assistant Director) level; Knowledge and experience in office and district administration; Knowledge of Financial Management and Public Financial Management Act (PFMA); Experience in managing Trust (Third Party Funds) and Vote Accounts; Experience in the Court Environment will be an added advantage; A valid driver’s license. Skills and Competencies: Strong Leadership and management capabilities; Strategic capabilities; Financial Management skills; Project management; Good communication (verbal and written); Computer literacy; Planning and organizing skills; Decision making skills; Presentation skills; Developing others.

DUTIES : Key Performance Areas: Manage case-flow management; Manage the financial resources of the Cluster; Manage office facilities, risk and security; Manage Supply Chain and Assets services; Provide effective people management.

ENQUIRIES : Mr A Jilana Tel No: (043) 702 7000 / 7010
APPLICATIONS : Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your application to: The Provincial Head, Private Bag X9065, East London, 5200.

NOTE : Preference will be given to African women and People with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Separate application must be made quoting the relevant reference number.

DEPUTY MASTER MR-6: REF NO: 22/286/MAS 
SALARY : R495 354 – R1 192 677 per annum, (Salary will be in accordance with OSD determination). The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement.
CENTRE : Master of the High Court: Mahikeng

REQUIREMENTS : LLB degree or a four-year recognized legal qualification; 8 years appropriate post qualification legal experience; Knowledge of the Administration of Estates Act, Mental Health Act, Insolvency Act, Companies Act, Close Corporations Act, Trust Property Control Act and other relevant legislations; Experience in the functional fields of the services provided by the Masters of the High Court and Masters environment including Guardian’s Fund; Understanding of Administration of Deceased & Insolvent Estates, Curatorships, Trusts and Guardians Fund. Skills and Competencies: Legal research and drafting; Dispute resolution; Planning, organizing and analytical skills; People development and empowerment; Strategic and conceptual orientation; Problem solving and decision-making skills; Good communication skills (verbal and written); Computer literacy.

DUTIES : Key Performance Areas: Monitor and review all legal and administrative operations at the Office of the Master of the High Court; Monitor all the functions within the office and contribute towards the Strategic Objectives of both the Masters Branch as well as the Department; Provide effective and efficient delivery of service, financial and human resource management within the Office of the Master; Draft legal documents that provide clear justification; Mediate and conciliate disputes by advising on the outcome of its resolution.

ENQUIRIES : Mr. R. Chauke Tel No: (012) 315 1329
APPLICATIONS : Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your application to: Postal address: The Human Resources: Department of Justice and Constitutional Development, Private Bag X81, Pretoria, 0001. OR Physical address: Application Box, First Floor Reception, East Tower, Momentum Building, 329 Pretorius Street, Pretoria.

NOTE : People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

COURT MANAGER REF NO: 163/22EC (X4 POSTS) 
SALARY : R491 403 – R578 841 per annum. The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement.
CENTRE : Magistrate Office; Grahamstown
Magistrate Office; Grahamstown Ref No: 163/22EC
Magistrate Office; Flagstaff Ref No: 169/22EC
Magistrate Office; Tabankulu Ref No: 170/22EC
Magistrate Office; Mount Frere Ref No: 171/22EC

REQUIREMENTS : An undergraduate National Diploma/Degree qualification (NQF level 6) as recognized by SAQA in Public Administration /Management/Law/Legal studies or field of study or equivalent legal qualification. A minimum of 3 years’ experience in court management environment with a minimum of 2 years as a supervisor or team leader; Knowledge and experience in office and district administration; Knowledge of the Public Financial Management Act (PFMA); Experience in managing Trust (Third Party Funds) and Vote Accounts; A valid driver’s license. Skills and Competencies: Applied strategic thinking; Applying technology; Budgeting and financial management; Communication and information management; Continuous improvement; Citizen focus and responsiveness; Developing others; Diversity management; Impact and influence; Planning and organizing; Problem solving; Project management.

DUTIES : Key Performance Areas: Coordinate and manage the financial, human resource, risk and security in the court; Manage the strategic and business planning processes; Manage the facility, physical resources, information and communication related to courts; Lead and manage the transformation of the office; Compile and analyze court statistics to show performance and trends; Support case flow management at the court; Compile annual performance and statutory reports to the relevant users; Develop and implement customer service improvements ; Manage service level agreements.

ENQUIRIES : Mr A Jilana Tel No: (043) 702 7000/ 7010
APPLICATIONS : Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your application to: The Regional Head, Private Bag X9065, East London, 5200

NOTE : People with disabilities are highly encouraged to apply. Separate application must be made quoting the relevant reference number.

CHIEF ACCOUNTING CLERK: AGENCY SERVICES REF NO: 22/263/CFO (X2 POSTS) 
SALARY : R269 214 – R317 127 per annum. The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement.
CENTRE : National Office: Pretoria

REQUIREMENTS : A Grade 12 certificate or equivalent qualification; At least 3 years relevant experience. Skills and Competencies: Computer literacy; Communication (written and verbal) skills; Planning and organizing skills; Ability to perform routine tasks; Ability to work in a team; Basic numeracy skills; Accuracy and flexibility.

DUTIES : Key Performance Areas: Verify processing of invoices; Clear suspense accounts; Verify and process electronic banking transactions; Compile and verify journals; Provide effective people management.

ENQUIRIES : Mr. J. Maluleke Tel No: (012) 315 1090
APPLICATIONS : Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your application to: Address: Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your application to: Postal address: Human Resource: Department of Justice and Constitutional Development, Private Bag X81, Pretoria, 0001. OR Physical address: Application Box, First Floor Reception, East Tower, Momentum Building, 329 Pretorius Street, Pretoria.

NOTE : People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.