Registrar’s Clerk

REGISTRAR’S CLERK is listed by OFFICE OF THE CHIEF JUSTICE. The post is based in Mbombela, Mpumalanga. The closing date is 02 October 2026.

Job Details

Requirements

• Applicants should be in possession of Grade 12 as recognised by SAQA.
• No experience required.
• A three (3) years National Diploma in legal qualification or equivalent with 360 credits as recognised by SAQA, a valid driver’s license will serve as an added advantage.
• Knowledge and skills: Knowledge of working procedures in terms of the working environment, registry processes and practice, storage and retrieval procedures in terms of the working environment, understanding of legislative frameworks governing the Public Service, filling system, mail procedure manual, Promotion of Access to Information Act, National archives and Batho Pele Principles.
• Skilled in computer literacy (Microsoft Office), communication, numeracy, interpersonal, problem solving, analysis, time management and administrative skills.

Duties / Responsibilities

Perform clerical and administrative work within the Court, handle court’s request files, render case management duties and provide support with administrative registrar.

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies

• of working procedures in terms of the working environment, registry processes and practice, storage and retrieval procedures in terms of the working environment, understanding of legislative frameworks governing the Public Service, filling system, mail procedure manual, Promotion of Access to Information Act, National archives and Batho Pele Principles.
• Skilled in computer literacy (Microsoft Office), communication, numeracy, interpersonal, problem solving, analysis, time management and administrative skills.

Application Instructions

can be sent via email to 2026/129/OCJ@judiciary.org.za

For attention: Ms C Rossouw Head Office (Pretoria)

Application address:
Applications can be sent via email to 2026/129/OCJ@judiciary.org.za

Notes

All applications must be submitted on a New Z83 form, which can be downloaded on internet at www.judiciary.org.za / www.dpsa.gov.za/dpsa2g/vacancies.asp or obtainable from any Public Service Department and should be accompanied by a recent comprehensive CV only; contactable referees (telephone numbers and email addresses must be indicated). Please send your documents in a PDF and put them in one folder.

Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other related documents on or before the day of the interview following communication from Human Resources. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments.

One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process.

Applicants could be required to provide consent for access to their social media accounts. Prior to appointment for SMS, a candidate would be required to complete the Nyukela Programme: Pre-entry Certificate to Senior Management Services as endorsed by DPSA which is an online course, endorsed by the National School of Government (NSG).

The course is available at the NSG under the name Certificate for entry into the SMS and the full details can be sourced by the following link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. Each application form must be fully completed, duly signed and initialed on both pages by the applicant.

The application must indicate the correct job title, the office where the position is advertised and the reference number as stated in the advert. Failure by the applicant to complete, sign and initial the application form will lead to disqualification of the application during the selection process.

Applications on the old Z83 will unfortunately not be considered. Should you be in possession of a foreign qualification, it must be accompanied by an evaluation considered.

Suitable candidates will be subjected to a personnel suitability check (criminal record, financial checks, qualification verification, citizenship checks, social media, reference checks and employment verification). Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only.

If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. The Department reserves the right not to make any appointment(s) to the advertised post(s).

Applicants who do not comply with the above-mentioned requirements, as well as applications received late, will not be considered. Failure to submit all the requested documents will result in the application not being considered during the selection process.

All successful candidates will be expected to enter into an employment contract and a performance agreement within 3 months of appointment, as well as be required to undergo a security clearance three (3) months after appointment. The Office the Chief Justice complies with the provisions of the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA); Act No. 4 of 2013.

We will use your personal information provided to us for the purpose of recruitment only and more specifically for the purpose of the position/vacancy you have applied for. In the event that your application was unsuccessful, the Office of the Chief Justice will retain your personal information for internal audit purposes as required by policies.

All the information requested now or during the process is required for recruitment purposes. Failure to provide requested information will render your application null and void.

The Office of the Chief Justice will safeguard the security and confidentiality of all information you shared during the recruitment process. ERRATUM: Kindly take note that the post of Usher Messenger at the Western Cape Division of the High Court: Cape Town, Ref No: 2026/69/OCJ advertised on Public Service Vacancy Circular 25, dated 17 August has been withdrawn.

The Organisation will give preference to candidates in line with the Employment Equity goals. The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure is a merit based and equal opportunity employer. The intention is to embed excellence and diversity in the Public Service through the filling of these posts and with persons whose appointment will drive the vision of the department to turn South Africa into a construction site, and to use public assets for public good. Women and People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Department Notes

Department Notes

All applications must be submitted on a New Z83 form, which can be downloaded on internet at www.judiciary.org.za / www.dpsa.gov.za/dpsa2g/vacancies.asp or obtainable from any Public Service Department and should be accompanied by a recent comprehensive CV only; contactable referees (telephone numbers and email addresses must be indicated). Please send your documents in a PDF and put them in one folder.

Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other related documents on or before the day of the interview following communication from Human Resources. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments.

One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process.

Applicants could be required to provide consent for access to their social media accounts. Prior to appointment for SMS, a candidate would be required to complete the Nyukela Programme: Pre-entry Certificate to Senior Management Services as endorsed by DPSA which is an online course, endorsed by the National School of Government (NSG).

The course is available at the NSG under the name Certificate for entry into the SMS and the full details can be sourced by the following link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. Each application form must be fully completed, duly signed and initialed on both pages by the applicant.

The application must indicate the correct job title, the office where the position is advertised and the reference number as stated in the advert. Failure by the applicant to complete, sign and initial the application form will lead to disqualification of the application during the selection process.

Applications on the old Z83 will unfortunately not be considered. Should you be in possession of a foreign qualification, it must be accompanied by an evaluation considered.

Suitable candidates will be subjected to a personnel suitability check (criminal record, financial checks, qualification verification, citizenship checks, social media, reference checks and employment verification). Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only.

If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. The Department reserves the right not to make any appointment(s) to the advertised post(s).

Applicants who do not comply with the above-mentioned requirements, as well as applications received late, will not be considered. Failure to submit all the requested documents will result in the application not being considered during the selection process.

All successful candidates will be expected to enter into an employment contract and a performance agreement within 3 months of appointment, as well as be required to undergo a security clearance three (3) months after appointment. The Office the Chief Justice complies with the provisions of the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA); Act No. 4 of 2013.

We will use your personal information provided to us for the purpose of recruitment only and more specifically for the purpose of the position/vacancy you have applied for. In the event that your application was unsuccessful, the Office of the Chief Justice will retain your personal information for internal audit purposes as required by policies.

All the information requested now or during the process is required for recruitment purposes. Failure to provide requested information will render your application null and void.

The Office of the Chief Justice will safeguard the security and confidentiality of all information you shared during the recruitment process. ERRATUM: Kindly take note that the post of Usher Messenger at the Western Cape Division of the High Court: Cape Town, Ref No: 2026/69/OCJ advertised on Public Service Vacancy Circular 25, dated 17 August has been withdrawn.

Circular Notes

Circular Notes

can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours to 20 Steve Biko Street, Agriculture Place, Arcadia, Pretoria, 0002 or by email SSOrecruit83@nda.gov.za NOTE: EE Targets: Coloured Males and African Females, and persons with disability. 8 ANNEXURE B DEPARTMENT OF DEFENCE CLOSING DATE: 18 September 2026 at 16h00 (Applications received after the closing date and faxed copies will not be considered).

NOTE: It is the Department’s intention to promote equity (race, gender and disability) through the filling of this posts with candidates whose transfer/promotion/appointment will promote representivity in line with the numeric targets as contained in our Employment Equity plan. Applications must be submitted on the prescribed form Z83 (obtainable from any Public Service

Enquiries

• Technical enquiries
• Ms. RS Ledwaba Tel No: 013 758 0000 HR enquiries:
• Mr. SJ Zwane /
• Mr. MV Maeko Tel No: (013) 758 0000

Required Documents

Z83, CV, Qualifications, Driver licence, Other

DPSA Circular Source

• Circular: DPSA Circular 32 of 2026
• Source pages: 126–128
• Open the DPSA circular PDF