Office of the Chief Justice Administration Clerk Vacancies 2026

The Office of the Chief Justice (OCJ) has announced exciting Administration Clerk vacancies for suitably qualified South Africans. The positions are available in Johannesburg, Gauteng, and Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal. If you have a Grade 12 (Matric) certificate and no work experience, this is an excellent opportunity to start a career in the South African public service.

Successful candidates will receive a salary ranging from R237,453 to R279,708 per annum (Level 05) and will be required to sign a performance agreement.

Available Administration Clerk Vacancies

1. Administration Clerk: Asset

Reference Number: 2026/53/OCJ
Location: Gauteng Division of the High Court, Johannesburg
Salary: R237,453 – R279,708 per annum (Level 05)

2. Administration Clerk (DCRS)

Reference Number: 2026/54/OCJ
Location: Gauteng Division of the High Court, Johannesburg
Salary: R237,453 – R279,708 per annum (Level 05)

3. Administration Clerk (DCRS)

Reference Number: 2026/55/OCJ
Location: KwaZulu-Natal Division of the High Court, Pietermaritzburg
Salary: R237,453 – R279,708 per annum (Level 05)

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must have:

• Grade 12 (Matric) certificate
• No previous work experience is required
• A valid driver’s licence will serve as an added advantage

Shortlisted candidates may be required to complete a pre-entry practical assessment to determine their suitability for the position.

Skills and Competencies Required

Successful candidates should demonstrate:

• Computer literacy (MS Office)
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Interpersonal and customer service skills
• Planning and organising abilities
• Administration skills
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Time management skills
• Teamwork and flexibility
• Decision-making abilities
• Self-management and self-motivation
• Technical skills and attention to detail

Administration Clerk: Asset Duties (Ref No: 2026/53/OCJ)

Successful candidates will be responsible for:

• Supporting asset management compliance processes
• Registering and tagging new assets
• Maintaining asset registers and inventory lists
• Preparing and processing payments on the JYP system
• Monitoring asset movements and repairs
• Conducting physical asset verification processes
• Updating leased asset registers
• Facilitating the disposal of obsolete and unserviceable assets
• Compiling reports and maintaining records
• Providing logistical and secretariat support during meetings
• Managing office correspondence and filing systems
• Providing support with stationery supplies

Administration Clerk (DCRS) Duties (Ref No: 2026/54/OCJ and 2026/55/OCJ)

Successful candidates will be responsible for:

• Providing administrative support before court proceedings
• Preparing and testing court recording equipment
• Recording court proceedings accurately
• Capturing case details and annotations
• Conducting backups of court recordings
• Downloading and retrieving recordings when required
• Attending to court recording queries
• Maintaining audio records and court documentation
• Compiling statistics and reports
• Providing administrative support to the Court Manager, Registrar and Supervisors
• Assisting with general court administration duties

Why Apply for Office of the Chief Justice Jobs?

These government vacancies offer:

• Permanent employment opportunities in the public service
• Competitive salaries of up to R279,708 per year
• Opportunities to gain valuable administrative and court experience
• Excellent career development opportunities within the justice sector
• Entry-level positions that require only a Grade 12 certificate

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted via email to the relevant address below. (Use Z83 Form) Download Z83 Form here

Administration Clerk: Asset

Reference Number: 2026/53/OCJ
Email Address: 2026/53/OCJ@judiciary.org.za

Administration Clerk (DCRS) – Johannesburg

Reference Number: 2026/54/OCJ
Email Address: 2026/54/OCJ@judiciary.org.za

Administration Clerk (DCRS) – Pietermaritzburg

Reference Number: 2026/55/OCJ
Email Address: 2026/55/OCJ@judiciary.org.za

Enquiries

Administration Clerk: Asset (Johannesburg)

Technical Enquiries: Ms S Kajee – Tel: (010) 494 8486
HR Enquiries: Ms T Mbalekwa – Tel: (010) 494 8515

Administration Clerk (DCRS) – Johannesburg

Technical Enquiries: Mr T Musana – Tel: (010) 494 8402
HR Enquiries: Ms T Mbalekwa – Tel: (010) 494 8515

Administration Clerk (DCRS) – Pietermaritzburg

Technical Enquiries: Mr S Dlamini – Tel: (033) 345 8211
HR Enquiries: Ms SZ Mvuyana – Tel: (031) 493 1723

Closing date: 12 July 2026