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OFFICE MANAGER

Office of the Chief Justice · mpumalanga

Salary band

R 573 897

Closing date

4 September 2026

Reference

2026/113/OCJ

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About this role

Department

Office of the Chief Justice

Location

Mpumalanga Division of The High Court: Mbombela

Salary

R487 197 – R573 897 per annum (Level 09). The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement.

Requirements

Applicants should be in possession of a three (3) year’s National Diploma in Office Administration / Public Management or equivalent qualification at NQF level 6 with 360 credits as recognised by SAQA/ A minimum of three (3) years’ relevant experience in an Office Administration environment of which one (1) year should be at supervisory level. A valid driver’s license/LLB Degree will be an added advantage. Knowledge and skills: Knowledge of office management responsibilities, systems and procedures and knowledge of electronic information resources and online retrieval. Skilled in communication (verbal and written), ability to interpret the law, legal writing/drafting /legislative drafting, strong leadership, management capabilities, computer literacy (MS Office), report writing, presentation, problem solving, decision-making, interpersonal relations, organisational skills. Along with the following attributes: ability to multitask, ability to work long hours, under pressure and meticulousness.

Duties

Manage the office of the Judge President, support the Judge President in communication with all stakeholders, management and supervision of Judges’ support staff and operations, oversee the administration within the Office of the Judge President and follow up on the Judge President’s instructions to ensure prompt execution by relevant operational units at the court, liaise with all stakeholders in the department, Heads of Court, Senior Managers, Judges, National office, Legal Professional bodies and other stakeholders with regard to matters emanating from the Office of the Judge President and channel communication to both internal and external stakeholders. Prepare presentations and briefing notes for the Judge President and disseminate complex information to all relevant stakeholders, compile, analyse and report progress on a monthly/quarterly basis. Compile all letters, reports, memoranda and presentations. Ensure tracking of timeframes to enable compliance with various deadlines, manage all the logistical arrangements for the Judge President’s meetings, coordinate the submission of meeting reports and circulate thereafter, provide secretariat support in meetings chaired by the Judge President, ensure the correct application of regulations, resolutions, policies or any other legal source and execute any duties assigned by the Judge President or a Judge designated by the Judge President.

Enquiries

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

Notes

The Organisation will give preference to candidates in line with the Employment Equity goals.

Closing Date

s, manage all the logistical arrangements for the Judge President

About administrative roles in South Africa

Administrative and clerical positions are among the most consistently advertised roles in both the South African public and private sectors. Government departments in particular have a high and ongoing demand for administrative clerks, especially at salary levels 5 to 7 on the public service scale. These roles form the operational backbone of every department and offer a stable entry point into a public sector career with a clear progression path.

·Government admin roles almost always require a Z83 form and a detailed CV listing all previous administrative experience with exact dates.

·Computer literacy is listed as a requirement in nearly every admin advert. Specify which software you are proficient in, particularly Microsoft Office.

·Many admin roles require a valid driver's licence. If you have one, make it prominent on your CV.

·For Senior Administrative Officer posts, management experience and the ability to supervise staff are assessed during interviews.

About the hiring department

This vacancy is within Office of the Chief Justice in mpumalanga. Government departments in South Africa advertise vacancies through the Public Service Commission and are required to follow a standardised recruitment process governed by the Public Service Act. Applications are screened against the minimum requirements listed in the advert before any CV is reviewed by a panel.

Shortlisted candidates are contacted directly by the department. If you do not receive a response within 90 days of the closing date, your application was not successful. NewGenJobs tracks every application you submit through your personal dashboard so you always know where you stand.

Requirements

·Applicants should be in possession of a three (3) year’s National Diploma in Office Administration / Public Management or equivalent qualification at NQF level 6 with 360 credits as recognised by SAQA/ A minimum of three (3) years’ relevant experience in an Office Administration environment of which one (1) year should be at supervisory level
·A valid driver’s license/LLB Degree will be an added advantage
·Knowledge and skills: Knowledge of office management responsibilities, systems and procedures and knowledge of electronic information resources and online retrieval
·Skilled in communication (verbal and written), ability to interpret the law, legal writing/drafting /legislative drafting, strong leadership, management capabilities, computer literacy (MS Office), report writing, presentation, problem solving, decision-making, interpersonal relations, organisational skills
·Along with the following attributes: ability to multitask, ability to work long hours, under pressure and meticulousness

Key Duties

·Manage the office of the Judge President
·support the Judge President in communication with all stakeholders
·management and supervision of Judges’ support staff and operations
·oversee the administration within the Office of the Judge President and follow up on the Judge President’s instructions to ensure prompt execution by relevant operational units at the court
·liaise with all stakeholders in the department
·Heads of Court
·Senior Managers
·National office
·Legal Professional bodies and other stakeholders with regard to matters emanating from the Office of the Judge President and channel communication to both internal and external stakeholders
·Prepare presentations and briefing notes for the Judge President and disseminate complex information to all relevant stakeholders, compile, analyse and report progress on a monthly/quarterly basis

Before you apply - checklist

Make sure you have everything ready before the closing date.

✓Download and fully complete the official Z83 form - partial or outdated Z83 versions are rejected
✓Prepare a detailed CV listing every previous post with exact start and end dates (month and year)
✓Get certified copies of all qualifications - certification must be done at a police station or commissioner of oaths
✓Include a certified copy of your South African ID document or passport
✓Include a copy of your valid driver's licence (front and back)
✓Be prepared to undergo a criminal record check - a conviction may disqualify you depending on the nature of the post
✓Submit your complete application package to ocj@judiciary.org.za before the closing date - late or incomplete submissions are not considered

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Frequently asked questions

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What is the salary for the OFFICE MANAGER position?+

The advertised salary band for this post is R 573 897. This is the all-inclusive remuneration package, which typically covers basic salary, medical aid contribution, and other benefits. The exact split between cash and benefits is determined at appointment stage.

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The closing date for this position is 4 September 2026 - 13 days from today. Late applications are not accepted by South African employers. Submit your application well before the deadline. NewGenJobs sends you a reminder before your tracked jobs close.

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Yes - NewGenJobs aggregates all active vacancies in mpumalanga from the DPSA PSC Circular, SA Youth, and private sector sources. Browse all current mpumalanga jobs to find roles that match your qualifications and experience.