Court Interpreter Positions Across South Africa

Are you fluent in multiple languages and passionate about facilitating justice through effective communication? The Department of Justice and Constitutional Development is offering 16 Court Interpreter positions across various Magistrate’s Offices in Gauteng, Mpumalanga, and KwaZulu-Natal. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the judicial system while utilizing your language skills and interpersonal abilities.

Job Overview

• Position: Court Interpreter (16 Posts)
• Salary: R228,321 – R268,950 per annum
• Contract: Successful candidates will sign a performance agreement
• Locations and Reference Numbers:
  • Gauteng:
    • Daveyton: Ref No: 2025/35/GP (1 Post)
    • Kagiso: Ref No: 2025/36/GP (1 Post)
    • Kempton Park: Ref No: 2025/37/GP (1 Post)
    • Alexandra: Ref No: 2025/38/GP (1 Post)
    • Johannesburg: Ref No: 2024/39/GP (1 Post)
    • Pretoria: Ref No: 2025/40/GP (1 Post)
    • Mamelodi: Ref No: 2025/41/GP (1 Post)
    • Protea: Ref No: 2025/42/GP (1 Post)
    • Sebokeng: Ref No: 2025/43/GP (1 Post)
    • Moretele: Ref No: 2025/44/GP (1 Post)
    • Germiston: Ref No: 2025/45/GP (1 Post)
  • Mpumalanga:
    • Mbombela: Ref No: 2025/50/MP (1 Post)
    • Mbombela: Ref No: 2025/12/MP (1 Post)
  • KwaZulu-Natal:
    • Ntuzuma: Ref No: 25/44/KZN (2 Posts)
    • Utrecht: Ref No: 25/45/KZN (1 Post)

Requirements

To qualify for these positions, candidates must meet the following criteria:

• Education: NQF Level 4 / Grade 12 or equivalent qualification
• Experience: Three months of practical experience is an added advantage
• Driver’s License: An added advantage
• Language Proficiency (specific to each location):
  • Daveyton: English, Tshivenda, IsiZulu
  • Kagiso: English, Afrikaans, Setswana
  • Kempton Park: English, IsiXhosa, Sesotho
  • Alexandra: English, Sesotho, IsiXhosa
  • Johannesburg: English, IsiNdebele, IsiZulu
  • Pretoria: English, IsiXhosa, Setswana, or Sesotho
  • Mamelodi: English, IsiXhosa, Setswana
  • Protea: English, Setswana, Sepedi
  • Sebokeng: English, Sesotho, IsiZulu
  • Moretele: English, Setswana, Xitsonga, Tshivenda, or IsiZulu
  • Germiston: English, IsiZulu, Sepedi, Sesotho
  • Mbombela (Ref No: 2025/50/MP): siSwati, Xitsonga, Sepedi
  • Mbombela (Ref No: 2025/12/MP): siSwati, IsiXhosa, Sepedi
  • Ntuzuma and Utrecht: IsiZulu, IsiXhosa
• Skills and Competencies:
  • Excellent communication and listening skills
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Time management and computer literacy
  • Analytical thinking and problem-solving
  • Ability to plan, organize, and maintain confidentiality
  • Capability to work under pressure

Duties

As a Court Interpreter, you will play a vital role in ensuring clear communication within the judicial system. Key responsibilities include:

• Interpreting in Criminal, Civil, Labour Courts, and quasi-judicial proceedings
• Assisting during consultations
• Translating legal documents and exhibits
• Recording cases in the criminal record book
• Retrieving case records for Magistrates and Prosecutors
• Maintaining accurate records of statistics

How to Apply

Interested candidates must submit separate applications for each centre, quoting the relevant reference number. Applications can be submitted via:

• Gauteng:
  • Mail: Provincial Office-Gauteng, Private Bag X6, Johannesburg, 2000
  • Physical Address: Provincial Office–Gauteng, Department of Justice and Constitutional Development, 7th Floor, Schreiner Chambers, 94 Pritchard, Johannesburg
  • Online: Application Form
• Mpumalanga:
  • Mail: The Provincial Head, Private Bag X11249, 24 Brown Street, Nedbank Centre, 4th Floor Building, Nelspruit 1200
  • Online: Application Form
• KwaZulu-Natal:
  • Courier or Drop-off: Recruitment, First Floor, 2 Devonshire Place, Off Anton Lembede Street, Durban
  • Online: Application Form

Enquiries

For further information, contact:

• Gauteng: Ms V Shiburi, Tel: (011) 332 9000
• Mpumalanga: Ms KN Zwane, Tel: (060) 532 2006
• KwaZulu-Natal: Ms V Mlandeliso, Tel: (031) 372 3000

Notes

• Ensure you submit a separate application for each centre, clearly quoting the relevant reference number.
• Applications must be complete and tailored to the specific language requirements of the chosen location.

Don’t miss this opportunity to make a meaningful impact in South Africa’s judicial system. Apply today and showcase your language proficiency and dedication to justice!