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REGISTRAR

Office of the Chief Justice · northern cape

Salary band

R 1 155 777

Closing date

28 August 2026

Reference

2026/103/OCJ

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About this role

Department

Office of the Chief Justice

Location

Northern Cape High Court: Kimberley

Salary

R337 563 - R1 155 777 per annum (MR3 - MR5). Salary will be in accordance with Occupation Specific Dispensation (Resolution 1 of 2008). Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit a service certificate/s for determination of their experience. The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement.

Requirements

Applicant should be in possession of an LLB Degree or a four (4) year Legal qualification at NQF level eight (8) as recognised by SAQA. A minimum of two (2) years post graduate legal experience. MR3: LLB Degree or equivalent plus a minimum of 2 years post graduate legal experience. MR4: LLB Degree or equivalent plus minimum of 8 years post graduate legal experience. MR5: LLB Degree or equivalent plus a minimum of 14 years post graduate legal experience. Superior Court of litigation experience and a driver’s license will serve as an added advantage. Skills and Competencies: Knowledge of registrar’s duties, Case Flow Management, legislative framework governing the public service and Batho Pele Principles. Skilled in communication (verbal and written), computer literacy, numeracy, planning, organising, controlling, problem solving, decision making, customer service orientation, interpersonal 96 skills and conflict management. Along with the following attributes: Attention to detail, strong work ethics, professionalism, ability to work under pressure and meeting of deadlines, results driven, honesty/trustworthy and observance of confidentiality.

Duties

Process default judgements to enhance efficiency of the court in handling of quasi- judicial functions: Determine whether pleadings/processes comply with the court rules, consider applications for default judgement (Rule 31(5) – by applying court rules and regulations, case law, discretion and knowledge, capture accurate outcome to the relevant litigating party, capture and update accurate Default applications register and data tool on percentage of default judgements granted by Registrars to the Statistician, execute taxations to enhance efficiency of the court in handling of quasi-judicial functions, Tax bills of cost-by hearing arguments from the parties and apply discretion and knowledge to the reasonable litigation costs, process and finalise Opposed and Unopposed Taxations in accordance with SOP, deal with and finalise taxation reviews (Rule 48) through the drafting of stated cases, replies, and submission to the Judiciary, capture and update accurate Bills of costs registered and data tools in the office, submit reporting tool on Taxations to the Statistician, manage criminal /civil process to enhance efficiency of the court: Analyse statistical data to assess trends and devise strategies to address identified risk factors, resolve Presidential Hotline queries and chapter 9 institution enquiries, coordinate and report on the provision of support staff in Court Rooms

About medical and health professional roles in South Africa

Medical officer and health professional posts in South Africa are advertised primarily through provincial Departments of Health. The Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) registration is a mandatory requirement for all medical, dental, and allied health professional posts. Posts are available across all nine provinces, with the greatest concentration in Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal, and the Western Cape. Rural posts often carry a rural allowance in addition to the base salary.

·Include your HPCSA registration number, registration category, and renewal date on every application.

·Medical officer posts in public hospitals are graded at salary levels 8 and above depending on speciality and experience.

·Community Service year posts are allocated through a separate HPCSA process - not through PSC Circular applications.

·Rural and underserved area posts frequently carry an 8 to 22 percent rural allowance on top of the base salary package.

About the hiring department

This vacancy is within Office of the Chief Justice in northern cape. 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

·Applicant should be in possession of an LLB Degree or a four (4) year Legal qualification at NQF level eight (8) as recognised by SAQA
·A minimum of two (2) years post graduate legal experience
·MR3: LLB Degree or equivalent plus a minimum of 2 years post graduate legal experience
·MR4: LLB Degree or equivalent plus minimum of 8 years post graduate legal experience
·MR5: LLB Degree or equivalent plus a minimum of 14 years post graduate legal experience
·Superior Court of litigation experience and a driver’s license will serve as an added advantage
·Skills and Competencies: Knowledge of registrar’s duties, Case Flow Management, legislative framework governing the public service and Batho Pele Principles
·Skilled in communication (verbal and written), computer literacy, numeracy, planning, organising, controlling, problem solving, decision making, customer service orientation, interpersonal 96 skills and conflict management
·Along with the following attributes: Attention to detail, strong work ethics, professionalism, ability to work under pressure and meeting of deadlines, results driven, honesty/trustworthy and observance of confidentiality

Key Duties

·Process default judgements to enhance efficiency of the court in handling of quasi- judicial functions: Determine whether pleadings/processes comply with the court rules

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

How do I apply for the REGISTRAR position at Office of the Chief Justice?+

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What is the salary for the REGISTRAR position?+

The advertised salary band for this post is R 1 155 777. 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.

When does the REGISTRAR application close?+

The closing date for this position is 28 August 2026 - 12 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.

Are there other northern cape government jobs available?+

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