Statistical Officer- Office of the Chief Justice x1

Statistical Officer- Office of the Chief Justice x1

Job Details

• Job Title: Statistical Officer
• Reference Number: 2026/114/OCJ
• Post Number: POST 30/68
• Organisation: Office of the Chief Justice (OCJ)
• Court: Supreme Court of Appeal
• Location: Bloemfontein, Free State
• Salary: R413,001 – R486,501 per annum
• Salary Level: Level 08
• Performance Agreement: The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement.
• Technical Enquiries: Mr. V.Z.J Zwane – (051) 492 4623
• HR Enquiries: Ms. D.S.J Peters – (051) 492 4523
• Application Email: 2026/114/OCJ@judiciary.org.za

Job Description

The Office of the Chief Justice is seeking a Statistical Officer to manage and administer statistical data relating to court processes at the Supreme Court of Appeal in Bloemfontein.

The successful candidate will be responsible for collecting, capturing, verifying, analysing and reporting court-related statistical information. The position also involves maintaining databases, preparing monthly, quarterly and annual statistics, supporting audits and providing training and information sessions where required.

The role requires strong numerical and analytical abilities, excellent attention to detail and the ability to work with large amounts of information accurately and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and administer data collection relating to court processes.
• Identify the statistical data required for reporting purposes.
• Collect and collate data using standardised reporting tools.
• Ensure that collected data is accurate and complete.
• Verify and clean data before processing.
• Analyse statistical information and present it in the required format.
• Maintain databases containing relevant datasets.
• Capture data into reporting tools.
• Liaise with relevant sources of information to obtain required data.
• Follow up on outstanding or incomplete information.
• Identify training needs relating to statistical processes.
• Provide information sessions and training where required.
• Maintain and analyse the court’s:
  • Monthly statistics
  • Quarterly statistics
  • Annual statistics
• Ensure statistics are submitted within the required timeframes.
• Manage court files in accordance with relevant codes and legislation.
• Prepare and present cases and documentation for audit purposes.
• Perform administrative and reporting functions related to statistical information.
• Manage the staff component and perform related supervisory functions.

Requirements

Qualification

• National Diploma in one of the following:
  • Statistics
  • Mathematics
  • Economics
  • Econometrics
• Or an equivalent qualification at NQF Level 6, recognised by SAQA.

Experience

• Minimum 2 years’ relevant experience in a statistical environment.
• Experience working in a court environment will be an added advantage.

Knowledge Required

• Knowledge and understanding of the legislative framework governing the Public Service.
• Knowledge of relevant government policies and strategies.
• Understanding of statistical data management and reporting processes.
• Knowledge of data collection, verification and analysis procedures.

Skills and Competencies

• Computer literacy, particularly Microsoft Office and Excel.
• Strong numerical skills.
• Analytical thinking.
• Data management and analysis.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Planning and organising.
• Presentation and facilitation skills.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Report-writing skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Effective time management.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to manage and meet deadlines.

Personal Attributes

The ideal candidate should demonstrate:

• Professionalism.
• Strong work ethic.
• Reliability and accountability.
• Flexibility.
• Creativity and innovation.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Strong organisational and time-management abilities.

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