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 10 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.
Duties
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.
Salary
R1 289 127 per annum, all-inclusive package
Apply before 21 November 2025
How to Apply:
Centre: National Head Office: Department of Correctional Services, Post Advertisement Section, Private Bag X136, Pretoria, 0001 OR hand deliver at: 124 WF Nkomo Street, Poyntons Building, Cnr WF Nkomo and Sophie De Bruyn Street, Pretoria, 0001 (Previous: Cnr Church and Schubart Street) OR you can email your application to NationalOfficeHRM@dcs.gov.za. Contact persons Ms N Khumalo Tel No: (012) 305 8589/ (012) 307 2174.Candidates must comply with the minimum appointment requirements. CV’s should be aligned to reflect one’s degree of compliance with the advert requirements and responsibilities.