PRINCIPAL LIBRARIAN REF NO: 2026/31/OCJ 
SALARY : R413 001 – R486 501 per annum (Level 08). The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement.
CENTRE : Western Cape Division of The High Court: Cape Town

REQUIREMENTS : Applicants should be in possession of a National Diploma / Degree in Library Science or an equivalent qualification at NQF level 6 with 360 credits as recognised by SAQA. A minimum of two (2) years of experience in Library Service, Information Systems and general administrative. Knowledge of Library and Information Science matters, Prescripts and Legislations, procedures and processes and Library Services. Experience within court environment and a valid driver’s license 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: Planning, organising and control skills, good written and oral communication skills, problem solving and decision-making skills, customer Service, interpersonal skills, information technology, ability to work under pressure, language proficiency, conflict management and supervisory skills.

DUTIES : Render an effective and efficient Library and Information services to the users of the library, manage the Library and Information systems, assist with book selection for the library and Chambers, classify and catalogue the Western Cape Division of the High Court’s Library material. render a reference and information service for the Western Cape Division of the High Court’s Library, monitor the Library budget and give inputs to the library budget, market and promote the Library Services, perform administration and supervisory services, perform any other court-related work required to improve the efficiency of the Western Cape Division of the High Court and perform asset management services i.r.o. the library books in the High Court.

ENQUIRIES : Technical Related Enquiries: Ms. N Chwethiso Tel No: (021) 480 2637

HR Related Enquiries: Mr SD Hlongwane Tel No: (021) 469 4029

APPLICATIONS : Applications can be sent via email to 2026/31/OCJ@judiciary.org.za

Western Cape Provincial Service Centre: Quoting the relevant reference number, direct your application to: The provincial Head, Office of the Chief Justice, Postal Address: Private Bag X9020, Cape Town, 8000, or hand deliver applications to the Office of the Chief Justice, Provincial Service centre 30 Queen Victoria Street, Cape Town.

 CLOSING DATE : 05 June 2026

NOTE : All applications must be submitted on a New Z83 form, which can be downloaded on internet at www.judiciary.org.za / www.dpsa.gov.za/dpsa2g/vacancies.asp or obtainable from any Public Service Department and should be accompanied by a recent comprehensive CV only; contactable referees (telephone numbers and email addresses must be indicated).