Judge’s Secretary - Gqeberha High Court

Office of the Chief Justice South Africa; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

The Office of the Chief Justice South Africa is seeking a Judge’s Secretary for the Gqeberha High Court. This role involves providing essential secretarial support, managing court documents, and assisting the Judge with daily duties to ensure smooth court operations. Candidates should possess a Grade 12 certificate and have completed modules towards a law degree, along with requisite secretarial experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 20 modules completed towards an LLB or Bachelor of Law Degree.
• At least two years of secretarial experience required.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Provide secretarial and administrative support to the Judge.
• Manage correspondence and court documents.
• Assist the Judge during court sessions.

Skills

Secretarial experience

Legal research

Education

Grade 12 certificate

20 modules towards an LLB/BA/Bachelor of Law

Job description

Job Title: Judge’s Secretary - Gqeberha High Court

Job Location: Eastern Cape, Port Elizabeth

Deadline: June 30, 2025

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REQUIREMENTS:

• Grade 12 certificate; a minimum of 20 modules completed towards an LLB, BA, or Bachelor of Law Degree.
• At least two (2) years of secretarial experience; a valid driver’s license; an LLB or Bachelor of Law Degree is an advantage. Results must accompany the application. Shortlisted candidates will be required to pass a typing test.

DUTIES:

• Provide general secretarial and administrative support to the Judge, including typing draft memoranda, decisions, opinions, or judgments.
• Manage and type correspondence, judgments, and court orders, including Dictaphone typing.
• Arrange and diarize appointments, meetings, official visits, and make travel and accommodation arrangements.
• Safeguard case files, endorse files with Judge’s orders, update documents, and provide copies to the Registrar.
• Perform digital recording of court proceedings for urgent cases, especially after hours or on circuit courts, ensuring the integrity of recordings.
• Store, organize, and file court records securely.
• Assist the Judge during court sessions.
• Compile daily court statistics.
• Manage the Judge’s vehicle, logbook, and driving schedule.
• Prepare reports, expense statements, legal hours, and case management data.
• Arrange refreshments and attend to visitors' needs.
• Manage the Judge’s library and update legal documentation.
• Perform legal research as directed, adhering to departmental policies and procedures.