ADMINISTRATION CLERKS (X60 POSTS)
Salary: R228,321 – R268,950 per annum (Level 5) – excluding benefits
Performance Agreement: Required upon appointment
Employment Type: Permanent (Full-Time)
Application Deadline: 22 August 2025
OVERVIEW
The Department of Justice and Constitutional Development (DoJ&CD) invites suitably qualified individuals to apply for the position of Administration Clerk across various Magistrate Courts and Legal Offices located in the Western Cape, Mpumalanga, and KwaZulu-Natal provinces.
This opportunity is ideal for candidates passionate about public service and administration who are ready to contribute to efficient justice delivery. As an Administration Clerk, you will provide vital administrative and clerical support to ensure the effective functioning of the department’s operational components.
POST DISTRIBUTION & REFERENCE NUMBERS
Western Cape
- Magistrate Office: Cape Town – Ref No: 19/2025/WC (X4 Posts)
- Kuilsriver – Ref No: 20/2025/WC (X3 Posts)
- Worcester – Ref No: 21/2025/WC (X2 Posts)
- Mossel Bay – Ref No: 22/2025/WC (X2 Posts)
- Paarl – Ref No: 23/2025/WC (X2 Posts)
- Khayelitsha – Ref No: 24/2025/WC (X2 Posts)
- Van Rhynsdorp – Ref No: 26/2025/WC (X1 Post)
- Bellville – Ref No: 27/2025/WC (X1 Post)
- Grabouw – Ref No: 28/2025/WC (X1 Post)
- Wynberg – Ref No: 29/2025/WC (X1 Post)
- Simonstown – Ref No: 30/2025/WC (X1 Post)
Mpumalanga
- Balfour – Ref No: 2025/11/MP (X2 Posts)
- Vosman – Ref No: 2025/09/MP (X2 Posts)
- White River – Ref No: 2025/08/MP (X2 Posts)
- Mbibana – Ref No: 2025/47/MP (X3 Posts)
- KwaMhlanga – Ref No: 2025/26/MP (X1 Post)
- Emakhazeni – Ref No: 2025/05/MP (X1 Post)
- Family Advocate: KwaMhlanga – Ref No: 2025/10/MP (X1 Post)
- Office of the State Attorney, Nelspruit – Ref No: 2025/41/MP (X1 Post)
KwaZulu-Natal
- Durban – Ref No: 24/27/KZN (X5 Posts)
- Ntuzuma – Ref No: 24/28/KZN (X3 Posts)
- New Hanover – Ref No: 24/29/KZN (X2 Posts)
- Hammersdale – Ref No: 24/30/KZN (X1 Post)
- Pietermaritzburg – Ref No: 24/31/KZN (X1 Post)
- Nqutu – Ref No: 24/32/KZN (X1 Post)
- Nkandla – Ref No: 24/33/KZN (X1 Post)
- Verulam – Ref No: 24/34/KZN (X1 Post)
- Newcastle – Ref No: 24/35/KZN (X1 Post)
- Pinetown – Ref No: 24/36/KZN (X1 Post)
- Madadeni – Ref No: 24/37/KZN (X1 Post)
- Louwsburg – Ref No: 24/38/KZN (X1 Post)
- Babanango – Ref No: 24/39/KZN (X1 Post)
- Umlazi – Ref No: 24/40/KZN (X1 Post)
- Vryheid – Ref No: 24/41/KZN (X1 Post)
- Estcourt – Ref No: 24/42/KZN (X2 Posts)
- Phungashe – Ref No: 24/43/KZN (X1 Post)
- Family Advocate, Newcastle – Ref No: 25/26/KZN (X1 Post)
- Master of the High Court, Durban – Ref No: 25/25/KZN (X1 Post)
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- Senior Certificate / Matric (Grade 12) or equivalent qualification
- No prior experience required (experience in administration or public service will be an advantage)
SKILLS & COMPETENCIES
Candidates must demonstrate the following:
- Basic computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Planning and organizational ability
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written)
- Language proficiency in English and one other official language
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- High level of teamwork and adaptability
- Customer service orientation
- Attention to detail and administrative accuracy
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS
As an Administration Clerk, your responsibilities may include:
- Delivering general clerical and administrative support to functional teams
- Assisting in supply chain clerical tasks, including procurement and stock tracking
- Performing human resource administration duties, such as leave processing and personnel filing
- Assisting in financial administration, such as petty cash, travel claims, or budget tracking
- Providing front-desk or reception support when required
- Capturing data and maintaining official records in compliance with department procedures
- Assisting in court-related administration and case management, where applicable
APPLICATION PROCESS
To apply, submit the following:
- A completed and signed Z83 Application Form (Download here)
- A comprehensive and updated CV
- Certified copies of your ID, Matric certificate, and other relevant qualifications
Important:
- Quote the reference number of the post and submit one application per centre.
- Incomplete or late applications will not be considered.
- Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
APPLICATION SUBMISSION DETAILS
Western Cape
- Postal: Provincial Head, Private Bag X9171, Cape Town, 8000
- Physical: 8 Riebeeck Street, 5th Floor, Norton Rose House, Cape Town
- Online: Apply via online form
- Contact: Ms P Paraffin – (021) 462 5471
Mpumalanga
- Postal: The Provincial Head, Private Bag X11249, Nelspruit, 1200
- Physical: 24 Brown Street, Nedbank Centre, 4th Floor, Nelspruit
- Online: Apply via online form
- Contacts: Mr LT Mndebele – 081 030 8037 | Mr TV Mavundla – 078 802 0741
KwaZulu-Natal
- Courier or Drop-off: Recruitment, 1st Floor, 2 Devonshire Place, off Anton Lembede Street, Durban
- Online: Apply via online form
- Contacts: Ms MP Khoza or Ms NF Nkosi – (031) 372 3000
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- This vacancy is open to all South African citizens who meet the minimum requirements.
- The Department of Justice and Constitutional Development is committed to the principles of Employment Equity. Preference may be given to candidates from designated groups.
- Successful candidates will be required to sign performance agreements and may be subjected to security vetting.
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