Court Interpreters (16 Posts) – Department of Justice and Constitutional Development | Multiple Locations Nationwide

Job Overview

The Department of Justice and Constitutional Development (DOJ&CD) seeks 16 Court Interpreters across Gauteng, Mpumalanga, and KwaZulu-Natal. This is an opportunity for multilingual candidates to play a vital role in ensuring fair and accurate communication in court proceedings.

Salary

R228,321 – R268,950 per annum
Successful candidates will be required to sign a performance agreement.

Available Locations & Reference Numbers

Gauteng

• Daveyton (Ref: 2025/35/GP) – English, Tshivenda, IsiZulu – 1 post
• Kagiso (2025/36/GP) – English, Afrikaans, Setswana – 1 post
• Kempton Park (2025/37/GP) – English, IsiXhosa, Sesotho – 1 post
• Alexandra (2025/38/GP) – English, Sesotho, IsiXhosa – 1 post

• Johannesburg (2024/39/GP) – English, IsiNdebele, IsiZulu – 1 post
• Pretoria (2025/40/GP) – English, IsiXhosa, Setswana or Sesotho – 1 post
• Mamelodi (2025/41/GP) – English, IsiXhosa, Setswana – 1 post

• Protea (2025/42/GP) – English, Setswana, Sepedi – 1 post
• Sebokeng (2025/43/GP) – English, Sesotho, IsiZulu – 1 post
• Moretele (2025/44/GP) – English, Setswana, plus Xitsonga/Tshivenda/IsiZulu – 1 post
• Germiston (2025/45/GP) – English, IsiZulu, Sepedi, Sesotho – 1 post

Mpumalanga

• Mbombela (2025/50/MP) – SiSwati, Xitsonga, Sepedi – 1 post
• Mbombela (2025/12/MP) – SiSwati, IsiXhosa, Sepedi – 1 post

KwaZulu-Natal

• Ntuzuma (25/44/KZN) – IsiZulu, IsiXhosa – 2 posts
• Utrecht (25/45/KZN) – IsiZulu, IsiXhosa – 1 post

Minimum Requirements

• NQF Level 4 / Grade 12 or equivalent.
• Three months’ practical experience (advantage).
• Driver’s license (advantage).
• Proficiency in English and at least one indigenous language relevant to the post.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong communication and listening skills.
• Interpersonal effectiveness.
• Time management and organizational skills.
• Computer literacy.
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving ability.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to work well under pressure.

Key Duties

• Interpret in Criminal, Civil, Labour Courts, and quasi-judicial proceedings.
• Provide interpretation during consultations.
• Translate legal documents and exhibits.
• Record and maintain case records as required by Magistrates and Prosecutors.
• Keep statistics and related records.

Application Details

Closing Date: 18 August 2025

Application Method:

• Complete and sign the new Form Z83 (available at www.gov.za or any Public Service Department).
• Attach a detailed CV.
• Certified copies of ID, Senior Certificate, qualifications, and driver’s license (if applicable) will be required from shortlisted candidates.
• Submit one application per centre and quote the relevant reference number.

Online Submission: Apply Here

Postal / Physical Submissions:

• Gauteng: Provincial Office, Private Bag X6, Johannesburg, 2000 | Schreiner Chambers, 94 Pritchard Street, 7th Floor, Johannesburg
• Mpumalanga: Provincial Head, Private Bag X11249, 24 Brown Street, Nedbank Centre, 4th Floor, Nelspruit, 1200
• KwaZulu-Natal: Recruitment, First Floor, 2 Devonshire Place, Off Anton Lembede Street, Durban

Additional Information

• The DOJ&CD is an equal opportunity employer.
• Women and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
• Employment Equity targets will be considered.