JUDICIARY
EXTERNAL CIRCULAR NO. 4 OF 2025
Reference: J/CIR/4
LOCAL COURT PRESIDENT
Ministry/Agency: Judiciary / Magistracy
Number of Posts: 3 (Maqoala, Sehonkong, Ramokoatsi)
Responsible to: Resident Magistrate
Job Summary:
Responsible for judicial administration and management of local courts to promote access to justice.
Main Duties:
- Presides over civil and criminal cases
- Writes and delivers judgments
- Implements Subordinate Court policies
- Supervises staff and reports on performance
- Manages court budgets and responds to public complaints
Qualifications:
- COSC/LGCSE with passes in English and Sesotho plus 5 years’ experience as a Court Clerk
- Certificate in Local Law or equivalent qualification is an added advantage
Skills and Competencies:
- Knowledge of Customary Law
- Leadership and communication skills
- Problem-solving and interpersonal skills
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Applications on the relevant forms GP 104 (for serving officers) and GP 103 (for job seekers), accompanied by certified copies of educational certificates, transcripts, identity document, and a comprehensive CV, should be hand-delivered to:
Human Resources Office
Magistrate Court
Not later than 03rd November 2025.
Enquiries:
Registrar of the High Court