Director: Correctional Administration at South African Department of Correctional Services

Requirements:

• An undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) as recognised by SAQA in Behavioural/Social Sciences or equivalent. [5] Years’ experience at a middle/senior managerial level in a similar environment. Exposure and sound knowledge of the South African Correctional and Criminal Justice system. A certificate for entry into the Senior Management Services (SMS) obtained from the National School of Government (NSG) is compulsory. Computer literacy. Valid driver’s licence.

Required knowledge:

• Understanding of the dynamics of the Justice Cluster. Understanding of public service policy and related legislative framework (Public Service Act and Regulations, Public Finance Management Act [PFMA], with emphasis on the Correctional Service Act 111 of 1998 as amended). Relevant experience in regulatory framework governing public service planning processes. Extensive experience in collective bargaining mechanisms and traceable experience in ensuring efficient and effective human resource management. In-depth knowledge and experience of the human resources legislation and regulatory framework.

Competencies and attributes:

• Strategic capability and leadership. Communication skills (verbal and written). Financial management. Facilitation. Change management. Problem solving and decision making. Time management. Understanding of public service policy and legislative framework. Service delivery and innovation. People management  and empowerment. Client orientation and customer focus. Honesty and integrity. Knowledge and skills in project management. Ability to perform under pressure and analysis of performance information.

Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic leadership and direction on strategy, annual performance plans and activities Facilitate the development, review and enhancement of policies, policy procedures, operating standards and systems and administrative controls and reporting tools for incarceration and corrections. Provide support and monitor compliance with applicable departmental legislation and policies with regard to implementation of unit management and provision of work opportunities for sentenced offenders. Coordinate the strategy to down manage overcrowding. Monitor compliance and service delivery improvement through monitoring and evaluation visits to regions. Attend cluster meetings and other meetings with various stakeholders. Liaise and coordinate with internal role players, inter-governmental and non-governmental institutions. Management of human resource, finance and assets. Management of performance information

Deadline:21st November,2025