The Department of Justice and Constitutional Development (DOJ&CD) invites qualified individuals to apply for Court Interpreter positions available in various Magistrate Offices across KwaZulu-Natal.
Position Details
- Job Title: Court Interpreter (8 Posts)
- Employment Type: Permanent
- Closing Date: 27 January 2025
Vacancy Locations & Reference Numbers
- Magistrate Office, Hammersdale – Ref No: 24/33/KZN
- Magistrate Office, Nqutu – Ref No: 24/34/KZN
- Magistrate Office, Bergville – Ref No: 24/35/KZN
- Magistrate Office, Pinetown (Re-advertisement) – Ref No: 24/39/KZN
Requirements
- Qualifications: Grade 12 or equivalent.
- Languages: Proficiency in English and two or more indigenous languages (e.g., IsiZulu, IsiXhosa, SeSotho).
- Experience: Minimum of 3 months practical experience.
- License: Valid driver’s license.
Skills & Competencies:
- Computer literacy (MS Office).
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent organizational and interpersonal abilities.
- High accuracy and attention to detail.
Key Duties
- Interpret during criminal, civil, labor, and quasi-judicial proceedings.
- Facilitate consultations and translate legal documents.
- Record case details in the criminal record book.
- Retrieve case records as requested by magistrates or prosecutors.
- Maintain statistics and provide support for court processes.
Application Process
Submission Address
Applications must be sent to:
Recruitment Office
Physical Address: First Floor, 2 Devonshire Place, Off Anton Lembede Street, Durban.
Required Documents
- Form Z83: Completed and signed (downloadable at www.gov.za).
- Curriculum Vitae (CV): Detailed CV.
- Certified copies of:
- Identity Document.
- Senior Certificate.
- Highest required qualification.
- Driver’s license (if applicable).
Important Notes
- Only shortlisted candidates need to submit certified copies of required documents.
- Foreign qualifications must include a SAQA evaluation report.
- Applications not meeting the specified requirements will be disqualified.
Additional Information
- Employment Equity:
- Women and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
- Reasonable accommodation will be provided for candidates with disabilities where a driver’s license is required.
- Preference will be given to Employment Equity (EE) targets.
- Important Notice:
If you do not receive feedback within three months, consider your application unsuccessful.
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Court Interpreter Vacancies (8 Posts)
