Research Assistants (2 Posts, High Court Harare)

Location: High Court, Harare. Number of posts: 2.

The Judicial Service Commission invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced candidates for two Research Assistant positions at the High Court in Harare.

The Research Assistants will undertake comprehensive legal research and administrative assignments as directed by Honourable Judges. Responsibilities include:

• Conducting legal research on case law, statutes, regulations and scholarly articles.
• Drafting speeches and preparing draft presentations.
• Preparing legal opinions for Judges.
• Preparing monthly returns regarding research tasks undertaken.
• Taking comprehensive notes during court hearings.

Qualifications and experience

• Bachelor of Laws Degree with an Upper Second Division (2.1).
• A Master's Degree in the research field will be an added advantage.
• Two or more years of working experience.

How to apply: submit a detailed CV and certified copies of certificates to: The Secretary to the Judicial Service Commission, JSC House, No. 161 Josiah Chinamano Avenue, Corner Josiah Chinamano Avenue and Seventh Street, Harare. Alternatively, post to: P.O. Box CY 28, Causeway, Harare. Applications must be hand-delivered or posted to the designated JSC office before close of business on the applicable closing date. Only shortlisted candidates meeting the advertised requirements will be contacted. Closing date: 19 October 2026.