Senior Court Interpreter

About

Render court interpreting, legal and quasi-judicial language services, translation and terminology support at the Eastern Cape Division of the High Court in Makhanda. Requires a relevant NQF 6 diploma and two years' court-interpreting experience, or Grade 12 and ten years' court-interpreting experience; English, Afrikaans and isiXhosa proficiency is required. Job grade: Level 07. Salary: R338 106 – R398 277 per annum. Reference: 2026/171/OCJ. Duty station: Eastern Cape Division of The High Court: Makhanda. Terms of service: The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement.

How to apply

Applications can be sent via email to 2026/171/OCJ@judiciary.org.za. Applications on form Z83 with full particulars of training, qualifications, competencies, knowledge and experience (on a separate sheet if necessary or a CV) must be forwarded; indicate the reference number.

Responsibilities

• Render interpreting services.
• Interpret in Children’s Act matters, criminal proceedings, Civil proceedings, Domestic Violence Act matters, Older Persons Act matters, Family, Protection from Harassment Act matters, Labour, Maintenance Act matters, Child Justice matters, Inquests, and quasi-judicial matters.
• Render legal and quasi-judicial and language service.
• Translate legal documents and exhibits.
• Develop terminology and provide support in the reconstruction of records.

Qualifications

• National Diploma in Legal Interpreting or equivalent qualification at NQF level six (6) with 360 credits as recognised by SAQA.
• A minimum of two (2) years’ practical experience in Court Interpreting or Grade twelve (12) certificate with at least ten (10) years’ practical experience in Court Interpreting.
• Proficiency in English, Afrikaans and isiXhosa.
• Proficiency in any other indigenous languages and a valid driver’s license will serve as an added advantage.