The Department of Justice is seeking dedicated individuals for 60 Administration Clerk positions across Magistrate Offices, Family Advocate Offices, and other justice-related institutions in the Western Cape, Mpumalanga, and KwaZulu-Natal. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the smooth operation of South Africa’s justice system.
Post Details
- Post Title: Administration Clerk
- Salary: R228,321 – R268,950 per annum (successful candidates must sign a performance agreement)
- Contract Type: Permanent
- Locations: Various Magistrate Offices, Family Advocate Offices, and State Attorney Office in Western Cape, Mpumalanga, and KwaZulu-Natal
Locations
The positions are distributed across the following centres:
Western Cape
- Cape Town: 4 Posts (Ref No: 19/2025/WC)
- Kuilsriver: 3 Posts (Ref No: 20/2025/WC)
- Worcester: 2 Posts (Ref No: 21/2025/WC)
- Mossel Bay: 2 Posts (Ref No: 22/2025/WC)
- Paarl: 2 Posts (Ref No: 23/2025/WC)
- Khayelitsha: 2 Posts (Ref No: 24/2025/WC)
- Van Rhynsdorp: 1 Post (Ref No: 26/2025/WC)
- Bellville: 1 Post (Ref No: 27/2025/WC)
- Grabouw: 1 Post (Ref No: 28/2025/WC)
- Wynberg: 1 Post (Ref No: 29/2025/WC)
- Simonstown: 1 Post (Ref No: 30/2025/WC)
Mpumalanga
- Balfour: 2 Posts (Ref No: 2025/11/MP)
- Vosman: 2 Posts (Ref No: 2025/09/MP)
- White River: 2 Posts (Ref No: 2025/08/MP)
- Mbibana: 3 Posts (Ref No: 2025/47/MP)
- KwaMhlanga: 1 Post (Ref No: 2025/26/MP)
- Emakhazeni: 1 Post (Ref No: 2025/05/MP)
- KwaMhlanga (Family Advocate): 1 Post (Ref No: 2025/10/MP)
- Nelspruit (Office of the State Attorney): 1 Post (Ref No: 2025/41/MP)
KwaZulu-Natal
- Durban: 5 Posts (Ref No: 24/27/KZN)
- Ntuzuma: 3 Posts (Ref No: 24/28/KZN)
- New Hanover: 2 Posts (Ref No: 24/29/KZN)
- Hammersdale: 1 Post (Ref No: 24/30/KZN)
- Pietermaritzburg: 1 Post (Ref No: 24/31/KZN)
- Nqutu: 1 Post (Ref No: 24/32/KZN)
- Nkandla: 1 Post (Ref No: 24/33/KZN)
- Verulam: 1 Post (Ref No: 24/34/KZN)
- Newcastle: 1 Post (Ref No: 24/35/KZN)
- Pinetown: 1 Post (Ref No: 24/36/KZN)
- Madadeni: 1 Post (Ref No: 24/37/KZN)
- Louwsburg: 1 Post (Ref No: 24/38/KZN)
- Babanango: 1 Post (Ref No: 24/39/KZN)
- Emlazi: 1 Post (Ref No: 24/40/KZN)
- Vryheid: 1 Post (Ref No: 24/41/KZN)
- Estcourt: 2 Posts (Ref No: 24/42/KZN)
- Phungashe: 1 Post (Ref No: 24/43/KZN)
- Newcastle (Family Advocate): 1 Post (Ref No: 25/26/KZN)
- Durban (Master of the High Court): 1 Post (Ref No: 25/25/KZN)
Requirements
Candidates must meet the following criteria:
- Education: Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification
- Skills and Competencies:
- Computer skills
- Planning and organizing
- Interpersonal skills
- Language skills
- Flexibility
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Teamwork
Duties
Successful candidates will be responsible for the following key performance areas:
- Providing clerical support services
- Offering supply chain clerical support within the component
- Supporting personnel administration
- Providing financial administration support services
- Performing various administrative duties as required
Application Process
To apply, follow the province-specific instructions below, ensuring you quote the relevant reference number for the desired post:
- Western Cape:
- Enquiries: Ms P Paraffin at (021) 462 5471
- Submission:
- Post to: Provincial Head, Private Bag X9171, Cape Town, 8000
- Hand-deliver to: 8 Riebeeck Street, 5th Floor, Norton Rose House, Cape Town
- Or apply online: https://forms.office.com/r/X2XaVPasWu
- Mpumalanga:
- Enquiries: Mr LT Mndebele at (081) 030 8037 or Mr TV Mavundla at (078) 802 0741
- Submission:
- Post to: The Provincial Head, Private Bag X11249, 24 Brown Street, Nedbank Centre, 4th Floor, Nelspruit, 1200
- Or apply online: https://forms.office.com/r/X2XaVPasWu
- KwaZulu-Natal:
- Enquiries: Ms MP Khoza at (031) 372 3000 or Ms NF Nkosi at (031) 372 3000
- Submission:
- Courier or hand-deliver to: Recruitment, First Floor, 2 Devonshire Place, Off Anton Lembede Street, Durban
- Or apply online: https://forms.office.com/r/X2XaVPasWu
- Note: Submit a separate application for each centre, clearly quoting the relevant reference number.
Why Join Us?
As an Administration Clerk with the Department of Justice, you will play a vital role in supporting the operations of magistrate courts, family advocate offices, and other justice institutions. This position offers:
- A competitive salary range
- Opportunities to develop administrative and clerical skills
- A chance to contribute to the efficient delivery of justice services
Closing Note
Seize this opportunity to join the Department of Justice and make a meaningful impact in South Africa’s judicial system. Submit your application today and take the first step toward a rewarding career!
