Chief Registrar

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**Overview** This is an explanation of the Chief Registrar role, reference number 2026/150/OCJ, within the North West Division of The High Court in Mmabatho, under the Office of the Chief Justice (OCJ). The position offers a salary ranging from R610,434 to R1,442,451 per annum (MR6), with remuneration determined in accordance with the Occupation Specific Dispensation (Resolution 1 of 2008). Successful candidates will be required to sign a performance agreement. The organisation gives preference to candidates in line with its Employment Equity goals. **What you will do** Key responsibilities for this role include: * Managing the Information and case/court documentation Management System, which involves implementing information desks, developing and maintaining a complaints management system, interfacing with external court stakeholders, and ensuring the checking of relevant registers. * Providing support to court and case flow management / Quasi-Judicial functions, including developing and implementing case management strategies, reviewing and implementing projects to improve court efficiency, and implementing a case/court documentation and information management system. * Implementing Service Level Agreements and Strategic Court projects, by ensuring timely return of J33 requests from Service Providers, liaising with service providers for smooth service delivery, and perusing and commenting on proposed amendments from the rules board. * Providing leadership of the High Court, which entails developing annual institutional performance and other statutory reports, giving direction and guidance based on best court management practices, and leading transformation within the High Court. * Supervising and developing staff by overseeing employees, allocating duties, performing quality control, managing leave, and advising and guiding supervisees on all work aspects. **Requirements (from the original advert)** Applicants for the Chief Registrar position must meet the following criteria: * Possession of an LLB Degree or a four (4) year legal qualification as recognised by SAQA. * A minimum of eight (8) years’ post qualification experience obtained as a Registrar. * A valid driver’s license. * **Knowledge and skills:** * Knowledge of registry duties, the legislative framework governing the public service, storage and retrieval procedures, Quasi-Judicial functions, Case flow management, court documentation management, Human Management, and Batho Pele Principles. * Skills in planning, organising, numeracy, problem-solving, decision-making, computer literacy (MS Office), communication (written and verbal), people skills/interpersonal relations, report writing, and interviewing. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit service certificate/s to verify their experience. **Who should apply** This role is suited for a highly experienced legal professional with a strong background in court administration. Ideal candidates will possess an LLB or equivalent legal qualification and have a minimum of eight years' experience specifically as a Registrar. They should demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of court operations, case flow management, public service legislative frameworks, and have proven leadership and supervisory capabilities. Essential skills include administrative proficiency, computer literacy (MS Office), strong communication, interpersonal relations, and problem-solving abilities. The Office of the Chief Justice encourages applications from candidates aligned with its Employment Equity goals. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/office-of-the-chief-justice-ocj-vacancies-from-dpsa-circular-38-of-2026#spani-ref-2026-150-ocj Source: govpage

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