The Office of the Chief Justice (OCJ) invites qualified South African job seekers to apply for a range of entry-level and administrative positions across multiple provinces including Gauteng, Mpumalanga, Western Cape, and Eastern Cape.
Application Closing Date: 04 July 2025
Locations: Midrand, Cape Town, Middelburg, Gqeberha, and more
Available Vacancies
Registrar’s Clerk – Ref No: 2025/147/OCJ
Centre: Mpumalanga Division of the High Court, Middelburg
Salary: R228,321 – R268,950 per annum
Requirements:
- Grade 12 certificate (no experience required)
- National Diploma (NQF 6) is an advantage
Key Duties:
- Case flow management support
- Enquiries and correspondence handling
- Record keeping and document processing
Email Applications To: 2025/147/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
Registrar’s Clerk – Ref No: 2025/148/OCJ
Centre: Western Cape Provincial Service Centre, Cape Town
Salary: R228,321 – R268,950 per annum
Requirements:
- Grade 12 certificate
- National Diploma (NQF 6) is an advantage
Key Duties:
- Support court operations
- Manage appeals and petition processes
- General administration
Email Applications To: 2025/148/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
Administrative Clerk: Employee Health & Wellness – Ref No: 2025/149/OCJ
Centre: National Office, Midrand
Salary: R228,321 – R268,950 per annum
Requirements:
- Grade 12 (no experience required)
- Diploma/Degree in Environmental Health or Safety Management is a plus
Key Duties:
- Coordinate wellness programmes
- Assist with safety training and drills
- Maintain reports and records
Email Applications To: 2025/149/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
Administrative Clerk: DCRS – Ref No: 2025/150/OCJ
Centre: Gqeberha High Court, Eastern Cape
Salary: R228,321 – R268,950 per annum
Requirements:
- Grade 12 certificate
- National Diploma (NQF 6) is an added advantage
Key Duties:
- Court preparation and recording
- Administrative duties in circuit courts
- General support to judiciary and managers
Email Applications To: 2025/150/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
How to Apply
Applicants must quote the reference number and send their applications via email to the relevant address provided above. Applications can also be hand-delivered to the respective Office of the Chief Justice locations as stated in the official circular.
Download the Official Circular
Click here to download Circular 21 of 2025 – Annexure H (OCJ)