The Department of Justice and Constitutional Development invites suitably qualified and competent individuals to apply for the position advertised. This opportunity is aimed at candidates who meet the required criteria and are willing to contribute effectively within the justice system.

Interested applicants are encouraged to carefully review the requirements and responsibilities of the post before submitting their applications. Only candidates who satisfy the minimum requirements and follow the prescribed application process will be considered.

POSITION: Casual Court Interpreter
VACANCIES: CIT/52/SEC
REFERENCE: CASUAL COURT INTERPRETER
CENTRE: Magistrate’s Court, Kirkwood, Eastern Cape
SALARY: R150.38 per hour
(The successful candidates may be utilised for up to 24 hours per month)

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Matric/Grade 12
• Proficiency in one or more indigenous languages (preference will be given to languages used in the area: Afrikaans and Xhosa) as well as English
• Shortlisted candidates must pass a written language test (in one of the listed languages) as well as a sign language test (to be interviewed)

Skills and Competencies:

• Good communication skills (written and verbal)
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to maintain interpersonal relations

DUTIES:

• Interpret in court of law (Criminal and Civil cases)
• Interpret in confessions, commissions, and tribunals and family law
• Record cases in criminal record book
• File records of cases disposed of
• Draw case records on request of the Prosecutors, Magistrate, Principal Court Interpreter and Court Manager
• Translate legal documents and documentary exhibits used in court
• Perform any other duties that may be assigned from time to time in terms of rationalisation of the office

ENQUIRIES: Ms September: 043 702 7000

APPLICATIONS:
Applications must be hand-delivered at the Magistrate’s Court in Kirkwood. Interested candidates are required to submit their applications in person to ensure they are received and recorded within the prescribed application period.

Applicants should ensure that all required documents are completed accurately and included before submission. Late, incomplete, or incorrectly submitted applications may not be considered.

CLOSING DATE: 9 January 2026

NOTE:
Interested applicants must submit their applications for employment to the address mentioned above.
Each application must include only a fully 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 required qualifications, Certified copy of driver’s licence (if applicable), as well as the highest required qualification and a detailed CV must be submitted.
Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a language proficiency test and/or sign language test as well as a criminal record check.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
Applications that do not comply with the above requirements will not be considered.