Jobs · Free State · Office of the Chief Justice
Judge’s Secretary
Closes Friday 23 October 2026
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Secretarial and administrative post supporting a judge at the Supreme Court of Appeal in Bloemfontein. Suits people with secretarial experience, ideally in a legal or court setting.
- Main duties: typing judgments, orders and correspondence, managing the judge's diary, travel and case files, and attending court with the judge.
- Also: digital recording of urgent court proceedings after hours, managing the judge's vehicle and logbook, and doing legal research as directed.
- Must have: a Grade 12 certificate, at least two years of secretarial experience, and a valid driver's licence.
- Must also have an LLB, or at least 20 modules towards an LLB, BA Law or BCom Law at NQF level 6, with results sent with the application.
- Knowledge needed: the Constitution of South Africa, relevant legislation and case law, plus MS Office skills and a typing test for shortlisted candidates.
- Based in Bloemfontein. Send applications by email to 2026/142/OCJ@judiciary.org.za, quoting reference 2026/142/OCJ.
- No closing date is stated in the text. The successful candidate must sign a performance agreement.
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Requirements
- Applicants should be in possession of a Grade Twelve (12) Certificate.
- An LLB degree or a minimum of 20 modules completed towards an LLB, BA Law or BCom Law degree or related qualification at NQF level six (6) as recognised by SAQA (results must accompany the application).
- A minimum of two (2) years secretarial experience.
- A valid driver’s license.
- Secretarial experience in a legal/court environment will service as an added advantage.
- Shortlisted candidates will be required to pass a typing test.
- Knowledge and skills:
- Knowledge of the Constitution of South Africa, relevant legislation, regulations and case lines.
- Skilled in computer literacy (MS Office), research capabilities, proficiency in English, communication (verbal and written), administration and organisational skills, interpersonal skills, customer service and typing skills along with the following attributes:
- Ability to meet strict deadlines and to work under pressure, attention to detail, confidentiality and time management.
Duties
- Provide general secretarial/administrative duties to the Judge.
- Typing (or formatting) of draft memoranda decisions, opinions or judgment entries written by, or assigned by the Judge.
- Manage and type correspondence, judgments and orders for the Judge (including dictaphone typing).
- Arrange and diarise appointments, meetings and official visits.
- Make travel and accommodation arrangements.
- Store, keep and safeguard all case files and update the case files with the order made by the Judge.
- Update files and documents and provide copies of documents to the Registrar.
- Perform digital recording of court proceedings on urgent cases after hours and ensure the integrity of such recordings.
- Accompany the Judge to Court.
- Manage the Judge’s vehicle, logbook and the driving thereof.
- Compile data and prepare reports and documents for the Judge as necessary including expense reports, financial disclosure statements and case management.
- Arrange refreshments for the Judge and his/her visitors and attend to their needs.
- Manage the Judge’s library and the updating of documentation.
- Execute legal research as directed by the judge and comply with all departmental prescripts, policies, procedures and guidelines.
How to apply
Applications can be sent via email to 2026/142/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
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Enquiries
Technical related enquiries: Mr. V.Z.J Zwane Tel No: (051) 492 4623 HR related enquiries: Ms D.S.J Peters Tel No: (051) 492 4523
Notes from the department
The Organisation will give preference to candidates in line with the Employment Equity goals.
As printed in Circular 36 of 2026 · page 62 · open the PDF
POST 36/64: JUDGE’S SECRETARY REF NO: 2026/142/OCJ SALARY: R338 106 – R398 277 per annum (Level 07). The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement. CENTRE: Supreme Court of Appeal: Bloemfontein REQUIREMENTS: Applicants should be in possession of a Grade Twelve (12) Certificate. An LLB degree or a minimum of 20 modules completed towards an LLB, BA Law or BCom Law degree or related qualification at NQF level six (6) as recognised by SAQA (results must accompany the application). A minimum of two (2) years secretarial experience. A valid driver’s license. Secretarial experience in a legal/court environment will service as an added advantage. Shortlisted candidates will be required to pass a typing test. Knowledge and skills: Knowledge of the Constitution of South Africa, relevant legislation, regulations and case lines. Skilled in computer literacy (MS Office), research capabilities, proficiency in English, communication (verbal and written), administration and organisational skills, interpersonal skills, customer service and typing skills along with the following attributes: Ability to meet strict deadlines and to work under pressure, attention to detail, confidentiality and time management. DUTIES: Provide general secretarial/administrative duties to the Judge. Typing (or formatting) of draft memoranda decisions, opinions or judgment entries written by, or assigned by the Judge. Manage and type correspondence, judgments and orders for the Judge (including dictaphone typing). Arrange and diarise appointments, meetings and official visits. Make travel and accommodation arrangements. Store, keep and safeguard all case files and update the case files with the order made by the Judge. Update files and documents and provide copies of documents to the Registrar. Perform digital recording of court proceedings on urgent cases after hours and ensure the integrity of such recordings. Accompany the Judge to Court. Manage the Judge’s vehicle, logbook and the driving thereof. Compile data and prepare reports and documents for the Judge as necessary including expense reports, financial disclosure statements and case management. Arrange refreshments for the Judge and his/her visitors and attend to their needs. Manage the Judge’s library and the updating of documentation. Execute legal research as directed by the judge and comply with all departmental prescripts, policies, procedures and guidelines. ENQUIRIES: Technical related enquiries: Mr. V.Z.J Zwane Tel No: (051) 492 4623 HR related enquiries: Ms D.S.J Peters Tel No: (051) 492 4523 APPLICATIONS: Applications can be sent via email to 2026/142/OCJ@judiciary.org.za NOTE: The Organisation will give preference to candidates in line with the Employment Equity goals.