AREA COORDINATOR: CORPORATE SERVICES

Department of Correctional Services

Reference number: HO 2026/11/05
Salary: R1 340 691 per annum, (all-inclusive package)
Centre: KwaZulu Natal region: Durban
Province: KwaZulu-Natal
Closing date: 9 November 2026
Circular: No 38 of 2026

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Requirements

An undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) in Human Resource Management or relevant qualification. A certificate for entry into the Senior Management Services (SMS) obtained from the National School of Government (NSG) is compulsory. [5] Years’ of experience at a middle/senior managerial level. Security Clearance. Computer literacy. Valid driver’s licence. Required Knowledge: Understanding of the dynamics of the Justice Cluster, White Paper on Corrections in South Africa and White Paper on Remand Detainees. Understanding of Public Service Policy and related legislative framework (Public Service Act and Regulations and Public Finance Management Act). Competencies And Attributes: In-depth knowledge of Human Resource policies and procedures. Planning, organizing, negotiation, counselling, analytical and problem solving, communication and listening, time management, diversity management and conflict management skills.

Duties

Responsibilities: Coordinate and manage human resource administration services within the Management Area. Coordinate and manage the utilisation of human resources and employee development. Coordinate human resource support services. Facilitate legal processes. Coordinate employee relations. Communication and information management. Coordinate special programmes. Management of performance information. Management of human resources, finances and assets.

Where to send your application

should be submitted online at https://careers.dcs.gov.za/ Emailed, post or hand delivered applications will not be considered.

Enquiries

National Head Office: Ms NS Khumalo Tel No: (012) 307 2174 or Ms TP Ngobeni Tel No: (012) 305 8589.

Note

Appointment under the Correctional Services Act.

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 38 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 23 October 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 24 October 2026.