Job Vacancies at South African Department of Correctional Services

REQUIREMENTS :

• Post graduate qualification (NQF level 08) as recognised by SAQA in Public Administration or equivalent qualification.
• 8 years’ experience at Senior Managerial level in a comparable environment.
• 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. Security clearance. Computer literate.
• Valid driver’s licence.

DUTIES :

• Provide an oversight role on administration related matters for parole supervision and social- reintegration.
• Develop strategies, guidelines, frameworks, toolkits, performance standards and governance parameter required for execution of effective parole supervision and reintegration.
• Ensure parole supervision and reintegration management achieve social reintegration aspirations of the country.
• Oversee the rendering of community liaison programmes and stakeholder management. Ensure provision of restorative justice programmes.
• Management of the risk management plan for the branch. Management of resources and performance information. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• An undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) as recognized by SAQA in Behavioural Science/ Social 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.
• 5 years’ experience at senior managerial level in a similar environment. Security clearance.
• Computer literate. Valid driver’s licence.

DUTIES :

• Review and evaluate inmate management processes such as inmate discipline, re-integration and inmate investigations.
• Ensure that inmate management matters are adequately integrated within the Department of Correctional Services, supported and profiled.
• Manage the review and evaluation of case management processes.
• Develop processes and procedures for correctional sentence plans, inmate categorisation and accommodation.
• Provide oversight in the development of correctional sentence plans. Management of human resources, finance and assets. Management of performance information.

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REQUIREMENTS :

• An undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) as recognized by SAQA in Human Resource Management/ Public Administration/ /Business Administration or equivalent. 5 years’ experience at a senior managerial level in a similar environment.
• 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. Top secret security clearance. Computer literate. Valid driver’s licence.

DUTIES :

• Manage and monitor the implementation of human resource administration and utilisation in line with relevant legislation, regulations and frameworks.
• Manage and monitor the implementation HR systems and support in line with treasury guidelines.
• Manage and coordinate organisational development. Management of human resources, finances and assets. Management of performance information. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• An undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) as recognized by SAQA in Public Administration/Law/Criminology/Criminal Justice/Social Sciences or equivalent qualification.
• 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.
• 5 years’ experience at a senior managerial level. Computer literate. Valid driver’s licence. 

DUTIES :

• Oversee the effective functioning of incarceration and corrections, parole boards, corporate services, development programmes, care services, correctional centres and community corrections within the management area.
• Oversee the administration of security systems/ programmes including comprehensive risk assessments and programmes to ensure safety.
• Ensure the implementation and adherence to policies and procedures within the management area. Establish and maintain effective relationships with key stakeholders within the geographical location of the management area. Effective management of court appearance of remand detainees.
• Management of the operational risks within the management area. Promotion of social responsibility and development of all offenders and parolees subjected to community corrections. Management of performance information. Management of human resources, finances and assets. 

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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. 

DUTIES :

• 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

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REQUIREMENTS :

• An undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) as recognized by SAQA in Supply Chain Management or related field.
• Five (5) years’ experience at a senior managerial level in a similar environment.
• 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. Computer literate. Valid driver’s licence. 

DUTIES :

• Manage supply chain management processes throughout the department. Formulate and advise on supply chain management policy and procedures. Administer the procurement legislation and regulations. Provide support and advice to the department in respect of contract administration processes.
• Ensure that asset management, loss control, risk management and fleet management are managed and controlled efficiently and effectively. Manage demand, acquisitions, logistics, disposals, risks and prevention or abuse of procurement and provisioning processes.
• Assess supply chain management performance. Investigate any allegation of corruption, improper conduct or failure to comply with the supply chain management system. Management of human resources, finances and assets. Management of performance information. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• An undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) as recognized by SAQA in Human Resource Development/Public Administration or equivalent.
• Five (5) years’ experience at a senior managerial level in a similar environment.
• 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. Computer literate. Valid driver’s licence. 

DUTIES :

• Provide strategic leadership and direction for the chief directorate. Establishing strategic direction of the Department to ensure alignment with its objective. Monitor and ensure the implementation of the strategic plans.
• Development, management and monitoring of DCS training and development strategy. Develop, implement and manage the career management and succession planning programmes.
• Management and implementation of a performance management system linked to the strategic outcomes, functional responsibilities and individual performance.
• Foster effective relationships with all the relevant role players. Develop and maintain good relations within the department and other role players. Liaise and co-ordinate with governmental, non-governmental institutions and other structures and organizations.
• Ensure that the preparations of the budget are in line with strategic plans and department objectives. Ensure proper implementation of the budget by monitoring, projecting & reporting expenditure. Manage the provision of the following services and functions: External Training and Standards. Core Curriculum and Functional and Management Training. Management of human resources, finances and assets. Management of performance information. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• An undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) as recognised by SAQA in Behavioural Sciences/ Social Sciences or equivalent.
• A certificate for entry into the Senior Management Services (SMS) obtained from the National School of Government (NSG) is compulsory.
• Five (5) years’ experience at a Senior Managerial level in a similar environment. Security Clearance. Computer literate. Valid driver’s licence.

DUTIES :

• Effective and efficient remand detention administration. Management of admission and releases. Management of diversions of remand detainees. Effective and efficient case management. Management of remand detainee discipline.
• Management of remand detainees’ rights and privileges. Effective and efficient case flow management. Oversee bail administration. Oversee diversion of remand detainees.
• Manage risks. Oversee the implementation of the Child Justice Act. Effective and efficient coordination of cluster activities. Participate in JCPS cluster activities.
• Facilitate JCPS sub-task teams through the development and implementation of the annual programme in consultation with the National Development Committee.
• Effective and efficient management of special categories. Oversee the management and implementation of provisions with regard to special categories (vulnerable, observation cases, foreign nationals, high risk, repatriation group, women, children, infants and mentally ill).
• Management of performance information. Management of human resources, finances and assets. 

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ENTRE :

• Eastern Cape region: Kirkwood Ref No: HO 2025/05/10 
• Free State and Northern Cape region: Kroonstad Ref No: HO 2025/05/11 
• Gauteng region: Modderbee Ref No: HO 2025/05/12 
• Zonderwater Ref No: HO 2025/05/13 (Re-advertisement) 
• KwaZulu Natal region: Ncome Ref No: HO 2025/05/14 
• Limpopo, Mpumalanga and North West region: Barberton Ref No: HO 2025/05/15 
• Western Cape region: Breede River Ref No: HO 2025/05/16 
• Voorberg Ref No: HO 2025/05/17 

REQUIREMENTS :

• An undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) as recognized by SAQA in Public Administration/LLB/Criminology/Criminal Justice/Social Sciences or equivalent qualification.
• 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.
• (5) years’ experience at a middle management/senior managerial level. Computer literate. Valid driver’s licence.

DUTIES :

• Oversee the effective functioning of incarceration and corrections, parole boards, corporate services, development programmes, care services, correctional centres and community corrections within the management area.
• Oversee the administration of security systems/ programmes including comprehensive risk assessments and programmes to ensure safety.
• Ensure the implementation and adherence to policies and procedures within the management area. Establish and maintain effective relationships with key stakeholders within the geographical location of the management area.
• Effective management of court appearance of remand detainees. Management of the operational risks within the management area.
• Promotion of social responsibility and development of all offenders and parolees subjected to community corrections. Management of performance information. Management of human resource, finance and assets. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• An undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) as recognised by SAQA in Logistics/Supply Chain/LLB or equivalent qualification.
• (5) Years’ of experience at a middle/senior managerial level in a similar environment.
• 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. Computer literate. Valid driver’s licence.

DUTIES :

• Develop, maintain and review contract management policies and procedures. Effective management of optimum bed capacity. Effective management of contracts. Alignment of contract management policies with the vision and mission of the strategic document of the department.
• Ensure the swift resolution of disputes. Compliance with existing policies and internal control.
• Effective contract risk management to ensure compliance with the risk management plan of DCS. Management of human resources, finances and assets. Management of performance information. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• An undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) as recognized by SAQA in Human Resource Management/ Public Administration or equivalent qualification.
• 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.
• (5) Years’ of experience at a middle/senior managerial level. Computer literate. Valid driver’s licence.

DUTIES :

• Manage human resource provisioning in the region. Ensure human resource development and training.
• Manage the employment equity. Manage employee relations and personnel discipline.
• Manage the employee health and wellness and the occupational health and safety in the region. Oversee the management of litigation cases.
• Manage risk effectively in order to ensure compliance with the risk management plan of DCS. Oversee performance management and monitoring.
• Management of human resources, finances and assets. Management of performance information. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• An undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) as recognized by SAQA in Human Resource Management/ Public Administration or equivalent qualification.
• 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.
• (5) Years’ of experience at a middle/senior managerial level in a similar environment. Computer literate. Valid driver’s licence. 

DUTIES :

• Management of human resource provisioning processes. Development and monitoring of policies and procedures on recruitment, retention, post advertisement, selection, appointments, induction, placement and terminations.
• Provision of service benefits in line with Public Service Act and Regulations. Manage placement policy administration. Effective management and control of remuneration. Management of auxiliary support services at Head Office. Manage retention and terminations functions in line with relevant prescripts.
• Management of corporate wear. Management of human resources, finances and assets. Management of performance information. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• An undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) as recognised by SAQA in Internal Auditing or related field. Registration with the Institute of Internal Auditors.
• 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.
• (5) Years of experience at a middle/senior managerial level in a similar environment. Computer literate. Valid driver’s licence.

DUTIES :

• Management and provision of direction for specialized audit. Assist in developing a three (3) year road map of the internal audit strategy. Assist with IT audit coverage planning. Perform risk-based IT Audits and Performance Audits. Conduct information security assessment. Build strong and co-operative working relationship with management, members of the Risk Committee and Audit Committee.
• Provide assurance around IT risks, developing and managing a plan to in-house or outsourced IT resources where needed. Plan internal audit projects in collaboration with management. Execute the audit program to the required standards. Write SQL scripts to perform data analysis, follow-up on data analysis results and perform quality review on script results to ensure that test objective is achieved.
• Collaborate with management to recommend practical solutions to mitigate the risk exposures identified and demonstrate the ability to communicate highly technical issues to both technical and non-technical audiences. Enhance the awareness and application of IT governance principles.
• Annually assess the IT governance processes within the organization. Ensure that critical risk areas are identified early and that appropriate risk management strategies are considered to mitigate the risks. Ensure that all key controls are identified and are incorporated into the control self-assessment process.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of the risk assessment process on an annual basis and provide recommendations. Provide effective on the job training. Manage data analytic programs to up-skill all team members to become proficient in data analytics. Identify ways to improve internal audit activities. Deliver a value adding consulting service and collaborate with business on ad-hoc matters that will benefit the business operationally. Management of human resources, finances and assets. Management of performance information. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• An undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) as recognized by SAQA in Building Science 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.
• (5) years’ experience at senior/middle managerial level in a similar environment. Computer literate. Valid driver’s licence.

DUTIES :

• Facilitate provision of services for all physical infrastructure such as refreshment co-ordination and refectory, kitchens, stores, offices, agricultural facilities and messenger services. Provide oversight in the maintenance and cleaning services of all facilities in DCS.
• Monitor and evaluate the state of facilities in DCS and provide insight and reporting on their functionality and degree to which they are kept at required minimum standards.
• Co-ordinate employee health and safety responsibilities attached to the functions.
• Ensure adequate and professional office space for officials. Manage performance information. Manage assets, human resource and finance. 

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CENTRE :

• Eastern Cape Region: St Albans Ref No: EC 2025/05/01 (X2 Posts) 
• Free State and Northern Cape Region: Tswelepele Ref No: FSNC 2025/05/01 
• Kimberley Ref No: FSNC 2025/05/02 
• Vereeniging Ref No: FSNC 2025/05/03 
• Gauteng Region: Baviaanspoort (Maximum) Ref No: GP 2025/05/01 
• Boksburg Ref No: GP 2025/05/02 (X2 Posts) 
• Krugersdorp Ref No: GP 2025/05/03 
• Leeuwkop (Medium C) Ref No: GP 2025/05/04 
• Zonderwater (Medium A) Ref No: GP 2025/05/05 
• KwaZulu Natal Region: Ncome (Medium A) Ref No: KZN 2025/05/01 
• Waterval (Medium A) Ref No: KZN 2025/05/02 
• Waterval (Medium B) Ref No: KZN 2025/05/03 
• Limpopo, Mpumalanga and North West Region: Rustenburg Ref No: LMN 2025/05/01 
• Polokwane Ref No: LMN 2025/05/02 
• Thohoyandou Ref No: LMN 2025/05/03 
• Rooigrond Ref No: LMN 2025/05/04 
• Losperfontein Ref No: LMN 2025/05/05 
• Klerksdorp Ref No: LMN 2025/05/06 
• Western Cape Region: Allandale Ref No: WC 2025/05/01 
• Brandvlei Ref No: WC 2025/05/02 
• Drakenstein (Youth) Ref No: WC 2025/05/03 
• Voorberg (Medium B) Ref No: WC 2025/05/04 

REQUIREMENTS :

• Relevant degree or national diploma in Behavioural Sciences and successful completion of Corrections Science Learnership.
• Seven (7) years relevant experience in a supervisory post. Valid driver’s licence.

DUTIES :

• Management of all aspects of the Correctional Centre on a day to day basis through the implementation of the Correctional Services Act, Act 111 of 1998. Manage the implementation of the imperatives of the White Paper on Corrections.
• Management of case management administration, security, development and care, unit management and case management committees
• . Foster a working relationship with the Justice Cluster and the community. Monitor, evaluate and take appropriate action in relation to outcomes on the risk trends. Management of performance information. Manage human resources, finances and assets. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Relevant degree or national diploma in Behavioural Sciences and successful completion of Corrections Science Learnership.
• Seven (7) years relevant experience in a supervisory post. Valid driver’s licence. 

DUTIES :

• Manage monitoring services. Determine conditions of house arrest and supervision for persons serving sentence in the community.
• Participate in case review team for community corrections. Manage programs. Identify community service programs.
• Responsible for the facilities and equipment of the section. Implement disciplinary steps against offending staff. Management of performance information. Manage human resources, finances and assets. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Relevant degree or national diploma in Behavioural Sciences and successful completion of Corrections Science Learnership.
• Seven (7) years relevant experience in a supervisory post. Valid driver’s licence.

DUTIES :

• Ensure the development of correctional sentence plan and facilitate the implementation thereof.
• Execute correctional policies and procedures.
• Coordinate the collation and dissemination of correction information. Coordinate activities relating to rehabilitation, case management administration and unit management systems. Promote corrections and security. Manage human resources, finance and assets. Management of performance information. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Relevant degree or national diploma in Behavioural Sciences and successful completion of Corrections Science Learnership.
• Seven (7) years relevant experience in a supervisory post. Valid driver’s licence.

DUTIES :

• Execution of control regarding safe custody, physical care and treatment. Create secure environment conducive for rehabilitation. Execution of control regarding the establishment and rendering of security.
• Provide advice on departmental policy directives. Management of inmates’ safe custody (internal and external security).
• Management of development and care and health care services. Management of human resources and assets. Management of performance information. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Relevant degree or national diploma in Behavioural Sciences and successful completion of Corrections Science Learnership.
• Seven (7) years relevant experience in a supervisory post. Valid driver’s licence. 

DUTIES :

• Provide human resources and related functions to the correctional centre. Effective management of the registration activities. Ensure proper dissemination of information for the correctional centre.
• Management of duty register and leave arrangements. Management of human resources, finances and assets.
• Management of correctional centre through the implementation of correctional services act, Act 111 of 1998 as amended. Management of performance information. Manage human resources, finance and assets. 

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REQUIREMENTS : 

• Recognised national diploma/bachelor’s degree in Public Administration/Management or equivalent qualification.
• 3-5 years middle management experience in a similar environment. Computer literate. Valid drivers’ licence.

DUTIES :

• The administration of conference centres. The preparation of meeting venues for meetings chaired by the Commissioner. The making of support arrangements for attendees of meetings chaired by the Commissioner.
• Coordinating and managing meetings, including preparation of agendas, taking minutes and following up on action items. The administration of documentation in the Office of the Commissioner. The preparation of incoming-/outgoing mail. The filing of correspondence.
• The distribution of correspondence in the office of the Commissioner. The sending/receiving of faxes. The control of use of the photocopier. The control of use of shared equipment. The administration of consumer services to the Office of the Commissioner. Act as inventory controller for the Office of the Commissioner. Requisition of supplies.
• Deciding on the repair of equipment. Act as financial clerk for the office. Maintaining of budgetary information on estimates and expenditure. Processing of claims for members of the Office of the Commissioner. Ensure the payment of diverse accounts/invoices received at the Office of the Commissioner.
• The management of secretarial services in the Department. The provision of secretarial services to managers in the Department. The training and development of secretaries in the Department. The development of secretarial policies for the Department. Manage human resources, finance and assets. Management of performance information.