NOTE: Interested applicants may visit the following website: www.justice.gov.za or www.dpsa.gov.za to view the full job specification of the above positions.
Applications must be submitted on Form Z83, obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.gov.za. A Z83 & CV must be accompanied by certified copies of qualifications and identity document. A driver’s license must be attached if indicated as a requirement. A SAQA evaluation report must accompany foreign qualifications. Applications that do not comply with the above mentioned requirements will not be considered. The Department of Justice 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. Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a personnel vetting process. 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. 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 them.
PRINCIPAL COURT INTERPRETERS 2 POSTS; REF NO: 14/ 120 /FS
SALARY: R227 802 – R268 338 per annum. The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement.
CENTRE: Magistrate’s Office, Welkom (1) and Bloemfontein (1)
REQUIREMENTS: Grade 12 and a National Diploma in Legal Interpreting. Five years of practical experience as a Court Interpreter. Knowledge of Sesotho, Setswana, IsiXhosa, English, Afrikaans and IsiZulu which are predominant languages in this Magisterial District. A Valid driver’s license. Skills and Competencies: Computer literacy (MS Office). Good communication skills (verbal and written). Listening skills. Interpersonal skills. Time Management. Ability to work under pressure. Administration and organization skills. Good interpersonal relations. Problem solving. Planning and Organising. Confidentiality. Art of Interpreting and Analytical thinking.
DUTIES: Key Performance Areas: To render supervisory services in the legal interpreting and language environment. Render interpreting services in complex cases (i.e. High profile cases), criminal, civil, Labour Court, Small Claims Courts, Disciplinary Hearing, Conciliation and Arbitration, Confession, and in Pre-trial proceedings and Consultations. Translate Legal Document and Exhibits. Develop Terminology. Assist with the reconstruction of Court Records. Attend to personnel administrative aspects. Procure foreign language interpreters and casuals in line with PFMA. Interpret in special cases when necessary. Control and Supervision of Interpreters; Provide mentoring and coaching to junior / senior interpreters (training). Manage performance agreement of Court Interpreters. Control leave of Court Interpreters.
ENQUIRIES: Ms. N. Dywili at (051) 407 1800.
APPLICATIONS: Please direct your application to: The Regional Head, Private Bag X20578, Bloemfontein, 9300, or hand deliver at 53 Colonial Building, Charlotte Maxeke Street, Bloemfontein, 9300.
CLOSING DATE: 20 October 2014
SENIOR COURT INTERPRETER REF NO: 14/ 122 /FS
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SALARY: R183 438 – R216 084 per annum. The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement. Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a language proficiency exercise.
CENTRE: Magistrate’s Offices, Bethlehem
REQUIREMENTS: Grade 12. Two (2) year Diploma in Interpreting, plus three (3) years experience as a Court Interpreter. Knowledge of Sesotho, English, Afrikaans, IsiZulu which are predominant languages in this Magisterial District. IsiXhosa and Setswana will be an added advantage. Knowledge of Legislation which governs transparency and confidentiality in the Public Service (Act 2 of 2000) as amended. A valid driver’s License. Skills and Competencies: Communication skills (verbal and written). Computer Literacy (MS Office). Listening skills. Interpersonal skills. Time management. Analytical thinking. Problem solving. Planning and organising. Confidentiality. Ability to work under pressure.
DUTIES: Key Performance Areas: To provide the Department with legal interpreting and language services. Render interpreting services in Criminal, Civil, Labour Court, Small Claims Courts, Disciplinary Hearing, Conciliation and Arbitration, Confession, Pre-trial proceedings and Consultations. Liaise with the Supervisor for foreign language interpreters, Interpret non-verbal gesture, dramatization and confessions. Translate Legal Document and Exhibits, Entering of criminal cases in the criminal record book / register. Develop terminology. Assist with the reconstruction of Court Records, Perform specific line and Administrative support functions; Control and supervision of Interpreters. Ensure that subordinates conclude performance agreements. Review performance and give feed back to Court Interpreter. Collect, monitor interpreting register, calculate and compile statistics.
ENQUIRIES: Ms. N. Dywili at (051) 407 1800.
APPLICATIONS: Please direct your application to: The Regional Head, Private Bag X 20578, Bloemfontein, 9300, or hand deliver at 53 Colonial Building, Charlotte Maxeke Street, Bloemfontein, 9300.
CLOSING DATE: 20 October 2014
JUDGE’S SECRETARY REF NO: 14/113/FS
SALARY: R183 438 – R216 084 per annum. The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement.
CENTRE: High Court, Bloemfontein
REQUIREMENTS: Grade 12 plus 3 years experience or second year registered Law Student; Proficiency in English. Working knowledge of Afrikaans will be an added advantage. Skills and Competencies: Computer literacy (MS Office); Good communication skills (written and verbal); Administration and organizing skills. A valid driver’s license will be an added advantage.
DUTIES: Key Performance Areas: Answering of incoming calls and outgoing calls on behalf of the Judge. Manage and type correspondence for the Judge. Arrange and diarize appointments and meetings, official visits, make travel and accommodation arrangements. Update files, documents and provide copies of documents to the Registrar. Arrange receptions for the Judge, his / her visitors and attend to their needs. Manage secretarial and other related duties in the office.
ENQUIRIES: Ms NN Sithole (051) 407 1800
APPLICATIONS: Please direct your application to: The Regional Head, Private Bag X20578, Bloemfontein, 9300, or hand deliver at 53 Colonial Building, Charlotte Maxeke Street, Bloemfontein, 9301.
CLOSING DATE: 20 October 2014
LIBRARIAN REF NO: 14/100/FS
SALARY: R183 438 - R216 084 per annum. The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement.
CENTRE: Supreme Court of Appeal, Bloemfontein
REQUIREMENTS: A National Diploma/Degree in Library Science/Information science or equivalent qualification; One to two years’ experience in Library and Information systems; Knowledge of Library and Information science matters, Prescripts and Legislation, Procedure and Processes, Library Services. Skills and Competencies: Organizing, Problem solving, Customer Care, Interpersonal relations, Computer literacy, Numeracy, Ability to work under pressure, Language proficiency, Communication, Conflict management and Supervisory skills.
DUTIES: Key Performance Areas: Provide Library and Information Services of the Supreme Court of Appeal. Select the Supreme Court of Appeal Library Material. Classify and Catalogue Supreme Court of Appeal Library Material. Render reference and information services for the Supreme Court of Appeal Library. Market and promote Library Service. Perform Administrative and Supervisory Service.
ENQUIRIES: Ms C. Martin @ (051) 412 7400
APPLICATIONS: Please direct your applications to: The Regional Head, Private Bag X 20578, Bloemfontein, 9300 or hand deliver at 53 Colonial Building, Charlotte Maxeke Street, Bloemfontein, 9301
CLOSING DATE: 20 October 2014
FAMILY LAW ASSISTANT REF NO: 14/125/FS
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SALARY: R183 438 – R216 084 per annum. The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement.
CENTRE: Office of the Family Advocate: Welkom
REQUIREMENTS: A three (3) year legal qualification and or equivalent legal qualification; Three years (3) years experience in administration; A Valid driver’s license. Skills and Competencies: Computer literacy (MS Office). Good communication skills, both verbally and in writing. Good research, investigation and analytic skills. Good interpersonal relations.
DUTIES: Key Performance Areas: Conduct screening interviews and parental rights/responsibilities information sessions. Assist members of the public with form completion and queries. Assist the Family Advocate in conducting customer satisfaction surveys and community outreach projects. Support the Family Advocate with regards to matters on the court roll; Receive and screen correspondence and draft responses on behalf of the Family Advocate. Conduct mediations in disputes regarding parental responsibilities and rights.
ENQUIRIES: Ms N Sithole (051) 407 1800
APPLICATIONS: Please direct your application to: The Regional Head, Private Bag X20578, Bloemfontein, 9300 or hands deliver at 53 Colonial Building, Charlotte Maxeke Street, Bloemfontein, 9300
CLOSING DATE: 20 October 2014
Interview Hints and Tips
Arrive on time for the interview. Plan your trip and leave early if you have to or if you are unfamiliar with the area. Give yourself enough time to find the building as well as parking. You also need keep your diary open after the interview. Your interview might be running longer than anticipated.
Remember to take a few extra copies of your CV with you. One copy is for you should you have to refresh your memory. The other copies are for the interviewer and anyone else sitting in on the interview. You only need to produce these if there is a need for them.
Be careful not to over- or under-dress for an interview. The golden rule is to look professional and smart even if everyone else at the company is wearing jeans. Speak to your employment agency for guidance with specific acompanies.
Women:
- More conservative outfit and coordinate all the colours
- Moderate shoes
- Limited jewellery
- Make sure your hairstyle is neat and hair clean
- Not too muck make-up and perfume
- Nails must be neat and clean
Men:
- Conservative suit with a white long sleeve shirt
- Conservative tie (no cartoon characters)
- Dark socks, professional shoes
- Limited jewellery
- Make sure your hairstyle is neat and hair clean
- Not too much aftershave
- Nails must be neat and clean
The interviewer will be judging the effect of your appearance on customers as well as staff. Your "look" must project the fact that you are the perfect '"fit" for that specific position and company.
Get rid of chewing gum and check your overall appearance before walking into the organisation's premises.
Switch your cellphone off once the interviewer knows that you have arrived for the interview - never, ever take a call during an interview. If there is a medical emergency in your family and your phone needs to be on then inform the interviewer and ask for permission to leave your phone on. In most cases the person will agree to it.
Remember to take a file with pen paper with you to the interview. This will assist you in making notes and to write down questions you might want to ask later.
The interview starts when the first question is asked. Right? Wrong. The interview starts the minute you arrive at the company and you will be under scrutiny by everyone who knows that interviews are being held. Be friendly with cleaning staff, secretaries and everyone else you encounter on your way to the interview. This will make you feel more positive as well as leave positive people in your wake. The last thing you need is for a staff member to mention how rude you were before the interview. Or for the secretaries to tell the manager that you had an attitude with them and you thought you were important!
Studies have shown that most interviewers make up their mind within the first few minutes. You therefore need to greet your interviewer by making comfortable eye contact, shaking hands firmly and introducing yourself in a confident manner.
Make a connection and build a relationship with the interviewer. Remember that they are already happy with your CV and now wants to check you out. Your attitude will be more important than most of your answers.
Only sit down when offered a chair.
If you are offered any coffee or tea you have three choices: Coffee, tea or nothing. Do not go and ask for something not offered - the organisation might not have it on the premises and the interviewer could feel embarrassed.
Keep an eye on your body language and avoid fidgeting, biting your nails, playing with your car keys, etc.