Deputy Regional Commissioner [Re-Advertisement] at South African Department of Correctional Services

Requirements:

• An undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) as recognized by SAQA in Public Administration/Behavioural Sciences or equivalent.
• A certificate for entry into the Senior Management Services (SMS) obtained from the National School of Government (NSG) is compulsory and should be submitted prior to appointment.
• Five [5] years’ experience at a senior managerial level.
• Computer literate.
• Valid driver’s licence.

Required knowledge:

• Knowledge and understanding of the South African Criminal Justice System and the Correctional Services architecture. Understanding of public service policy and related legislative framework (Public Service Act and Regulations, Public Finance Management Act and the Correctional Service Act 111 of 1998 as amended).

Competencies and attributes:

• Strategic capability and leadership. Service delivery innovation. Client orientation and customer focus. Financial management. Change management. People management and empowerment. Programme and project management. Communication skills (verbal and written). Problem solving and decision making. Transformation management. Influencing and impact. Facilitation, conflict management and conceptual skills. Diversity management. Negotiation skills. Confidentiality. Interpersonal relations and time management. Accountability. Diplomacy and tact. Policy development and implementation. Good corporate governance principles.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the coordination of representation of offenders.
• Oversee the coordination of Information Technology services.
• Oversee the rendering of Communication services.
• Oversee the coordination of Inspection Services.
• Coordinate effective risk management to ensure compliance with the DCS Risk Management Plan.
• Provide strategic leadership and direction for the region and management areas.
• Management of human resources, finance, assets and performance information.

Deadline:31st October,2025