Department of Justice – Court Interpreter Jobs (18 Posts)

Department of Justice - Court Interpreter Jobs (18 Posts)

The Department of Justice and Constitutional Development is hiring Court Interpreters across various provinces. This is an opportunity to play a vital role in ensuring fair and effective communication within the judicial system.

Job Details

• Position: Court Interpreter
• Salary: R216 417 – R254 928 per annum
• Locations and References:
  • Gauteng: Palmridge Magistrate's Court (Ref: 2024/12/GP, 2024/13/GP, 2024/14/GP), Diepsloot Magistrate's Court (Ref: 2024/36/GP), Randburg Magistrate's Court (Ref: 2024/37/GP, 2024/38/GP)
  • North West: Wolmaranstad Magistrate's Court (Ref: 24/VA23/NW), Klerksdorp (Ref: 24/VA25/NW), Kgomotso (Ref: 24/VA26/NW), Orkney (Ref: 24/VA27/NW)
  • Free State: Harrismith Magistrate's Office (Ref: DOJ24/22/FS), Winnie Mandela Magistrate's Office (Ref: DOJ24/17/FS)
  • Northern Cape: Keimoes Magistrate's Court (Ref: 85/24/NC/KEI), Upington Magistrate's Court (Ref: 86/24/NC/UPT)
  • Western Cape: Atlantis Magistrate's Court (Ref: 29/2024/WC), Calitzdorp Magistrate's Court (Ref: 30/2024/WC), Wynberg Offices (Ref: 32/2024/WC)

Requirements

• Qualifications: NQF Level 4/Grade 12 or equivalent.
• Languages: Proficiency in English and two or more indigenous languages as specified per location.
• Additional Skills:
  • Good communication, listening, and interpersonal skills.
  • Time management and problem-solving.
  • Computer literacy.
• Experience: Three months of practical experience (advantageous).
• Additional: A valid driver’s license (advantageous).

Duties

• Interpret during criminal, civil, labor court, and quasi-judicial proceedings.
• Provide interpretation during consultations.
• Translate legal documents and exhibits.
• Record cases in criminal record books.
• Maintain and draw case records for magistrates and prosecutors.
• Compile statistics and keep necessary records.

Application Process

How to Apply

1. Prepare Documents:
   • Detailed CV.
   • Certified copies of qualifications and ID.
   • Reference number of the desired position.
2. Submit Applications to the Respective Region:

Gauteng:

• Email:
  • Palmridge: DOJ2024-12-GP@justice.gov.za, DOJ2024-13-GP@justice.gov.za, DOJ2024-14-GP@justice.gov.za
  • Diepsloot: DOJ2024-36-GP@justice.gov.za
  • Randburg: DOJ2024-37-GP@justice.gov.za, DOJ2024-38-GP@justice.gov.za
• Hand Delivery: 7th Floor, Schreiner Chambers, 94 Pritchard, Johannesburg
• Postal: Private Bag X6, Johannesburg, 2000

North West:

• Email: Doj24-23-NW@justice.gov.za, Doj24-25-NW@justice.gov.za, Doj24-26-NW@justice.gov.za, Doj24-27-NW@justice.gov.za
• Hand Delivery: 22 Molopo Road, Ayob Gardens, Mafikeng, 2745
• Postal: Private Bag X2033, Mmabatho, 2735

Free State:

• Email: DOJ24-22-FS@justice.gov.za, DOJ24-17-FS@justice.gov.za
• Hand Delivery: 108 St Andrew Street, Bloemfontein
• Postal: Private Bag X20578, Bloemfontein, 9300

Northern Cape:

• Email: DOJ24-85-NC@justice.gov.za, DOJ24-86-NC@justice.gov.za
• Hand Delivery: Magistrates Court, 7th Floor, New Public Buildings, Knight & Stead Streets, Kimberley
• Postal: Private Bag X6106, Kimberley, 8300

Western Cape:

• Email:
  • Atlantis: DOJ24-29-WC@justice.gov.za
  • Calitzdorp: DOJ24-30-WC@justice.gov.za
  • Wynberg: DOJ24-32-WC@justice.gov.za
• Hand Delivery: 8 Riebeeck Street, 5th Floor, Norton Rose House, Cape Town
• Postal: Private Bag X9171, Cape Town, 8000

Contact Information for Enquiries

• Gauteng: Ms. R Moabelo - (011) 332 9000
• North West: Ms. PM Seletedi - (018) 397 7088/7106
• Free State: Ms. NM Dywili - (051) 407 1800/073 775 0709
• Northern Cape: Mr. N Leshage - (053) 802 1300
• Western Cape: Ms. P Paraffin - (021) 462 5471