ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: PRESENTATIONS [NCB3]

Department of Correctional Services

Directorate: Pre-Release Resettlement

Reference number: HO 2026/11/11
Salary: R526 935 per annum
Centre: National Head Office: Directorate: Pre-Release
Closing date: 9 November 2026
Circular: No 38 of 2026

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Requirements

Relevant Degree/National Diploma (NQF level 6) in Behavioural Sciences. At least 5 years relevant experience gained in a supervisory post (NBC2). Successful completion of the Correctional Science Learnership or Basic Training. Computer literate. Valid driver’s licence. Competencies And Attributes: Knowledge of the Correctional Services Act, Act 111 of 1998, as amended. Knowledge of the relevant Sections of the Criminal Procedure Act 51/1977. Assertiveness, Networking / liaison with internal and external stakeholders. Report writing, Negotiation, Facilitation, Presentation, Project Management, research, communication, listening, stakeholder management, problem solving skills, analytical skills and decision-making skills. People Management and Empowerment, Integrity and honesty, Confidentiality, Good Interpersonal relations.

Duties

Development and review of policy and procedures on representation and victim involvement in the Correctional Supervision and Parole Board (CSPBs). Undertake research into best practices. Administration of ordinary and ministerial representations. Receiving of representations from various interested parties. Operationalisation of victim involvement policies. Draft implementation plans. Management of media and parliamentary questions. Receive media questions from various media houses. Management of performance information, finances, human resources 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.