• Full Time
  • Pretoria, South Africa

Department of Justice and Constitutional Development

Department of Justice and Constitutional Development Job Opportunity

Position: Senior Court Interpreter (Ref No: 2025/53/MP)

Location: Nsikazi Magistrate Office, Mpumalanga

Salary Range: R325,101 – R382,959 per annum
Performance agreement required upon appointment

Minimum Requirements

  • NQF Level 4/Grade 12 PLUS one of:
    • National Diploma in Legal Interpreting/equivalent language qualification + 3 years court interpreting experience
    • 10 years practical court interpreting experience (without diploma)
  • Valid driver’s license
  • Language proficiency in:
    • English (required)
    • Two of: SiSwati, IxiTsonga, Sepedi

Key Competencies

  • Excellent verbal/written communication
  • Computer literacy
  • Time management & problem-solving skills
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality
  • Stress management in high-pressure environments

Core Responsibilities

  • Provide court interpretation services
  • Translate legal documents and evidence
  • Develop specialized terminology databases
  • Support court record management (ICMS system)
  • Supervise junior interpreters
  • Perform administrative tasks

Application Process

Submit through:
Online Portal: https://forms.office.com/r/X2XaVPasWu

Required Documents:

  • Completed Z83 Application Form (available at www.gov.za)
  • Detailed CV
  • Shortlisted candidates only:
    • Certified copies of ID
    • Academic certificates
    • Driver’s license

Important Notes

  • Non-RSA applicants: Include police clearance from country of origin
  • SAQA evaluation required for foreign qualifications
  • EE Target preferences apply
  • No application fees required
  • Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Closing Date: Not Specified
The Department reserves the right not to fill this position

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