If you’ve got matric and you’re after your first government job, this one’s worth a proper look. The Office of the Chief Justice is hiring a Data Capturer at the Western Cape Division of the High Court in Cape Town, and the advert is clear on the part that matters most to school-leavers: no work experience required.
The post pays between R201,093 and R236,877 a year, sits at salary Level 04, and carries reference 2026/137/OCJ. Applications close on Monday, 5 October 2026.
Who qualifies
The bar to apply is low, deliberately so. You need Grade 12 or an equivalent NQF Level 4 qualification recognised by SAQA. That’s the core requirement. A driver’s licence counts in your favour but isn’t compulsory — it’s listed as an advantage, not a must.
So even if you’ve never held a formal data-capturing or admin job, you’re not shut out. What you do need to bring is the right set of skills, because the employer expects those even without experience behind you.
The skills they’re looking for
Beyond the qualification, the Office of the Chief Justice wants someone who understands basic clerical work and can capture information accurately. Knowledge of the Batho Pele principles is on the list too — worth brushing up on if you’re not familiar.
They’re after the usual mix for admin work: good written and verbal communication, computer literacy, customer service, planning and organisation, problem-solving, and comfort with numbers. Just as important is temperament — the role calls for someone meticulous, self-driven and able to keep their head under pressure.
What the job actually involves
At its heart, this is about entering and looking after information pulled from court records. You’d be capturing data into databases, tables and spreadsheets, and — this is the crucial bit — checking it for errors and gaps as you go. Before anything gets submitted, you’d review and validate what’s in the files.
But it’s not only typing. There’s a solid records-management side to it: updating registers and statistics, keeping files organised and securely stored, opening files when needed, sorting incoming information for capturing, and making sure case records and court documents stay safe while they’re in your hands.
You’d also support the wider court. That means providing information to the right people, helping verification staff by making files and data sources available, collecting and distributing correspondence, passing files to Registrars, and fielding attorneys’ queries on quasi-judicial matters. Routine office duties come with the territory too — sending and receiving emails, reporting any IT problems to your supervisor straight away, and general admin support.
One recurring theme runs through all of it: accuracy and security. You’d be expected to verify captured data, flag errors and missing information, validate before submitting, and run regular backups. Given you’re handling sensitive court records, careful, responsible document handling isn’t optional.
Where and what it pays
The job is based on-site at the Western Cape Division of the High Court in Cape Town, so factor in whether the location works for you before applying. The salary is presented annually — R201,093 to R236,877 — so don’t try to guess a monthly figure from it. The successful candidate will also sign a performance agreement.
How to apply
Applications go by email, and there’s a specific process to follow:
- Complete the new Z83 application form (downloadable from the Office of the Chief Justice or DPSA websites, or available from any Public Service Department).
- Attach a recent, comprehensive CV.
- Include contactable referees with their phone numbers and email addresses.
Save everything as PDF, put it all in one folder, and email it to 2026/137/[email protected]. Use the reference 2026/137/OCJ so the recruitment team knows which post you’re applying for.
A helpful detail: you don’t need to send certified copies of your qualifications up front. Only shortlisted candidates will be asked for those, and they’ll need to hand them over on or before the interview when HR requests them.
Don’t leave it to the last minute either — email or technical hiccups on 5 October could cost you the chance to apply at all.
Quick checklist
- Grade 12 or recognised NQF Level 4 equivalent
- Completed new Z83 form
- Recent comprehensive CV
- Contactable referees with phone numbers and emails
- Everything saved as PDF, in one folder
- Reference 2026/137/OCJ included
- Sent to 2026/137/[email protected]
- Submitted before 5 October 2026
At a glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Employer | Office of the Chief Justice |
| Position | Data Capturer |
| Reference | 2026/137/OCJ |
| Salary | R201,093 – R236,877 per annum |
| Salary level | Level 04 |
| Location | Western Cape Division of the High Court, Cape Town |
| Experience | None required |
| Minimum qualification | Grade 12 or equivalent NQF Level 4 |
| Driver’s licence | An advantage |
| Application method | |
| Closing date | 5 October 2026 |
Need to ask something first?
- Technical enquiries: Ms S. Ndou — (021) 480 2635
- HR enquiries: Mr SD Hlongwane — (012) 482 3809
Source: Based on the Office of the Chief Justice Data Capturer vacancy, Reference 2026/137/OCJ, for the Western Cape Division of the High Court in Cape Town.
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Disclaimer: Meeting the minimum requirements doesn’t guarantee shortlisting, an interview or appointment. The Office of the Chief Justice applies its own recruitment and selection procedures. Make sure the information in your application is accurate and follow the official Z83 and document-submission requirements.
Closing date: 5 October 2026.
