This vacancy has closed. It closed on 3 July 2026 and is kept here for reference only.

STATISTICAL OFFICER

Office of the Chief Justice

Reference number: 2026/50/OCJ
Salary: R413 001 – R486 501 per annum (Level 08). The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement.
Centre: Land Court: Randburg
Province: Gauteng
Closing date: 3 July 2026
Circular: No 21 of 2026

Requirements

Applicants should be in possession of a National Diploma in Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Econometrics or a related qualification at NQF level 6 as recognised by SAQA. A minimum of two (02) years working experience in a statistical environment. A valid driver’s license and experience in a Court environment will serve as an added advantage. All shortlisted candidates shall undertake a pre-entry practical exercise as part of the assessment method to determine the candidate's suitability based on the post's technical and generic requirements. Knowledge and Skills: Knowledge and understanding of the legislative framework governing the public service, knowledge of working procedures in terms of the working environment, knowledge of relevant policies and strategies, analytical skills, communication skills (written and verbal), problem-solving, motivational skills, presentation/facilitation skills, sound interpersonal skill, decision making skills. computer literacy skills, planning and organising skills, numerical skills, statistical analysis, report writing skills, ability to maintain professionalism at all times, attention to detail and ability to work under pressure, self-motivated, patience and self-control, flexible, creative and innovative, proactive and ability to work independently.

Duties

Consolidate data provided by the Judges’ Secretaries and Registrars, verify and quality check the data provided, ensure to follow-up on any outstanding data, establish channels for the collection of data within the Region, apply standing instructions, policies, and procedures/guidelines for the interpretation of data, analyse data by identifying trends and patterns specific to the Region, process information and data received, package the analysed data as per requirements, update and assure quality information input on database, maintain database which contains various datasets, develop and review collection guidelines and training manuals, develop training plans and standardized training manuals for data collection, perform detailed analysis and interpretation of statistical data, coordinate training in data processing procedures, coordinate the development of training manuals, verify Quasi-Judicial files against the tool, verify the court rolls against the information provided on the Judges’ Secretaries tool and verify the reserve Judgements files against the tool.

Where to send your application

Applications can be sent via email to 2026/50/OCJ@judiciary.org.za

Enquiries

Technical Related Enquiries: Ms N Mhlambi Tel No: (010) 493 6316 HR Related Enquiries: Ms T Mbalekwa Tel No: (010) 494 8515

Note

The Organisation will give preference to candidates in line with the Employment Equity goals.

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 21 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 19 June 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 9 September 2026.

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