Company: Department of Justice and Constitutional Development (DOJ&CD)
Location: Various centres across South Africa
Remuneration: Salary packages vary per position (as per OSD and government salary scales)
Closing Date: 08 September 2025
Introduction
The Department of Justice and Constitutional Development invites dynamic and qualified individuals to apply for multiple positions across South Africa. These vacancies are open in different offices, including Cape Town, Durban, Pretoria, Worcester, Mitchells Plain, Kimberley, Mthatha, Bisho, Thohoyandou, and more.
The department plays a vital role in ensuring that South Africans have access to justice, the rule of law is maintained, and constitutional rights are protected. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a critical government function while building a rewarding career in public service.
What is Various job positions at the Department of Justice and Constitutional Development?
These vacancies are part of the department’s recruitment drive to strengthen its workforce in legal, social, administrative, and human resource roles. The posts range from social workers and legal officers to HR professionals, language practitioners, and administrative clerks.
Minimum Requirements
Depending on the position, applicants should meet specific qualifications, including:
- Grade 12/NQF Level 4 for administrative roles
- Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work for Social Worker posts (with SACSSP registration)
- LLB or equivalent for legal positions
- NQF Level 6 in Communication or Linguistics for language practitioner roles
- Relevant years of experience in HR, administration, or language services
- Knowledge of Family Law, Mediation, Maintenance Act, and related legislation where applicable
- Computer literacy and strong interpersonal skills
Role Responsibility
The responsibilities vary per position, but include:
- Social Workers: Conduct family law mediations, compile court reports, and act as expert witnesses
- HR Officers: Manage recruitment, employee benefits, and termination processes
- Administration Clerks: Provide clerical support, financial and supply chain administration
- Chief Administration Clerks: Supervise admin teams, oversee financial functions, ensure effective office management
- Language Practitioners: Translate and edit legal documents, develop legal terminology
- Family Law Assistants: Assist with court preparations, parental responsibility sessions, and community outreach
- Legal Administration Officers: Implement legal policies, conduct research, and manage compliance
- Estate Controllers: Administer deceased estates, insolvencies, trusts, and estate duties
Skills and Attributes
Applicants are expected to demonstrate the following skills:
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Report writing and legal drafting abilities
- Mediation and conflict resolution skills
- Attention to detail and problem-solving capacity
- Computer literacy (MS Office, PERSAL for HR posts)
- Organizational and planning skills
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Commitment to ethical conduct and confidentiality
Important Information
- Closing Date: 08 September 2025
- Applications must include a completed and signed Form Z83, a detailed CV, and certified copies of documents
- Foreign qualifications must be accompanied by a SAQA evaluation report
- Shortlisted candidates will undergo competency assessments
- A pre-entry certificate from the National School of Government (NSG) is mandatory for SMS posts
- Women, people with disabilities, and candidates from designated groups are strongly encouraged to apply
- Successful applicants will undergo security clearance and complete financial disclosure forms
Application Process
- Clearly indicate the reference number of the post you are applying for
- Applications can be submitted physically to the relevant provincial office, by post, or via the official DOJ&CD online application portal Apply Here
- If you do not receive a response within three months, consider your application unsuccessful
The Department of Justice and Constitutional Development is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects South Africa’s demographics. This recruitment drive offers an opportunity to serve the nation while advancing your professional career.
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