GOVERNMENT · FULL-TIME

Principal Court Interpreter

Office of the Chief Justice

LocationKwaZulu-Natal Division of The High Court: Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal

Closing date23 October 2026

Reference2026/140/OCJ

Published packageR413 001 – R486 501 per annum (Level 08). The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement.

Role requirements

Requires National Diploma in Legal Interpreting or equivalent NQF 6 qualification, 360 credits; two years’ practical Court Interpreting experience, including one supervisory year. Driver’s license advantageous. Interpret complex and high-profile matters, translate legal documents, procure foreign language interpreters, authorise payments, develop terminology and supervise staff.

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Applications can be sent via email to 2026/140/OCJ@judiciary.org.za

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Source: DPSA Public Service Vacancy Circular 36 of 2026 · Last verified 14 October 2026 · Never pay anyone to secure a government job.