The Department of Justice and Constitutional Development invites interested and suitably qualified applicants to apply for the position of Administration Clerk. This opportunity offers a stable role within a key government institution responsible for delivering essential justice and constitutional services across the country. Applicants are expected to demonstrate strong administrative capabilities, effective communication skills, and the ability to work professionally in a fast-paced environment.

This position requires candidates who can provide reliable clerical support, manage documentation efficiently, and maintain high standards of service delivery. Individuals who meet the minimum requirements and are committed to contributing to the smooth functioning of departmental operations are encouraged to submit applications before the closing date.

POSITION: ADMINISTRATION CLERK (X3 POSTS)
SALARY: R228 321 – R268 950 per annum. The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement.
CENTRE:
State Attorney Kimberley Ref No: 39/25/NC/SA-KIM (X1 Post)
Magistrate Office; Laingsburg Ref No: 75/2025/WC (X2 Posts)

REQUIREMENTS:

• Grade 12 Certificate or equivalent.

Skills and competencies: Good communication skills (written and verbal); Computer literacy (MS Office); Administrative and organization skills; Ability to work under pressure; Customer service; Document management and filing; Interpersonal relations.

DUTIES: Key Performance Areas:

• Render general clerical support services
• Provide supply chain clerical support services within the component;
• Provide personnel administration clerical support services within the component;
• Provide financial administration support services in the component.

ENQUIRIES:
Northern Cape: Ms K. Fritz Tel No: (053) 802 1308
Western Cape: Ms P Paraffin Tel No: (021) 462 5471

APPLICATIONS:

Northern Cape:
Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your application to:

• Postal address: The Provincial Head: Justice and Constitutional Development, Private Bag X6106, Kimberley, 8300
• Hand delivery: New Public Buildings (Magistrates Court), Corner Knight and Stead Streets, 7th Floor, Kimberley, 8301
• Online: https://forms.office.com/r/X2XaVPasWu

Western Cape:
Please direct your applications to:

• Postal address: Provincial Head, Private Bag X9171, Cape Town, 8000
• Physical address: 8 Riebeeck Street, 5th Floor, Norton Rose House, Cape Town
• Online: https://forms.office.com/r/X2XaVPasWu

FOR ATTENTION: Ms P. Paraffin

CLOSING DATE: 01 December 2025

NOTE: The application must include only completed and signed new Form Z83, obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.gov.za, and a detailed Curriculum Vitae. Certified copies of Identity Document, Senior Certificate and the highest required qualification as well as a driver’s license where necessary, will only be submitted by shortlisted candidates to HR on or before the day of the interview date.

Application that do not comply with the above specifications will not be considered and will be disqualified. It remains the responsibility of an applicant to ensure that application reaches the department noting different options provided for submission. A SAQA evaluation report must accompany foreign qualifications. All shortlisted candidates for posts will be subjected to a technical and/or competency assessment. A pre-entry certificate obtained from National School of Government (NSG) is required before appointment for all SMS positions.

Candidate will complete a financial disclosure form and also be required to undergo a security clearance. Foreigners or dual citizenship holder must provide the Police Clearance certificate from country of origin only when shortlisted. The DOJ&CD is an equal opportunity employer. In the filling of vacant posts the objectives of section 195 (1) (i) of the Constitution of South Africa, 1996 (Act No: 108 of 1996), the Employment Equity imperatives as defined by the Employment Equity Act, 1998 (Act No: 55 of 1998) and relevant Human Resources policies of the Department will be taken into consideration.

Reasonable accommodation shall be applied for People with Disabilities including where driver’s license is a requirement. Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If you do not hear from us within 3 months of this advertisement, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful. The department reserves the right not to fill these positions. Women and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply and preference will be given to the EE Target.