Office of the Chief Justice – Mpumalanga Provincial Service Centre Secretary Vacancies 2026

The Office of the Chief Justice (OCJ) invites suitably qualified candidates to apply for the position of SECRETARY REF NO: 2025/419/OCJ at the Mpumalanga Provincial Service Centre. This role provides professional secretarial, administrative, and reception support services to the office of the DCO (Deputy Chief Operations Officer).

The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement upon appointment. This position requires confidentiality, professionalism, and strong administrative support capability within a judicial administrative environment.

Candidates will be required to complete a pre-entry practical assessment to determine technical and operational suitability.

Salary

R228 321 – R268 950 per annum (Level 05)

Salary will be paid in accordance with public service remuneration structures.

Centre

Mpumalanga Provincial Service Centre

Applicants must quote REF NO: 2025/419/OCJ in all applications.

Minimum Requirements

Educational Qualification:

• Grade 12 Certificate (NQF Level 4).

Experience:

• No experience required.

Advantageous Qualification:

• Secretarial certificate will be an added advantage.

Knowledge Requirements:

• Public Service Act and Regulations.
• Public service legislative framework.
• Departmental policies and procedures.
• Batho Pele Principles.

Skills and Competencies:

• Communication skills (oral and written).
• Computer literacy (MS Office).
• Problem-solving skills.
• Good interpersonal relations.
• Planning and organisational skills.
• Intermediate typing skills.
• Customer service orientation.
• Telephone etiquette.
• Analytical and creative thinking.

Candidates must demonstrate professionalism and attention to detail.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Secretarial and Reception Services

• Provide secretarial and receptionist support to the DCO office.
• Manage incoming calls and enquiries professionally.

Diary and Meeting Management

• Manage online and physical diaries for the DCO.
• Coordinate appointments and meetings.
• Provide meeting support services.

Administrative and Clerical Support

• Provide general clerical support to the office.
• Draft executive reports, memorandums, and correspondence.
• Type, edit, and format official documents.
• Prepare meeting minutes and reports.

Information Management

• Manage office data and information records.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.

Policy Compliance

• Remain updated on relevant public service prescripts and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with departmental regulations.

The Secretary plays a critical role in ensuring efficient administrative operations within the judicial environment.

Work Environment

The position is based at the Mpumalanga Provincial Service Centre.

Candidates must be prepared to work in a professional legal and administrative environment that requires confidentiality and accuracy.

Enquiries

Technical Enquiries:
Ms RS Ledwaba
Tel: (013) 758 0000

HR Enquiries:
Mr SJ Zwane / MV Maeko
Tel: (013) 758 0000

How to Apply

Applications can be submitted via email:
2025/419/OCJ@judiciary.org.za

Applicants must submit:

• Updated Curriculum Vitae.
• Certified copies of qualifications.

Important Notes

• The organisation will apply Employment Equity targets.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• Shortlisted candidates may undergo assessments and verification checks.
• The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement.
• Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.

Apply for SECRETARY REF NO: 2025/419/OCJ

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Submit your application via email before the closing date and ensure all documents are attached.