DIRECTOR: HEAD OF CORRECTIONAL CENTRE

Department of Correctional Services

Reference number: HO 2026/07/20
Salary: R1 340 691 per annum, (all-inclusive package)
Centre: Gauteng region: Johannesburg Medium B
Province: Gauteng
Closing date: 18 August 2026
Circular: No 27 of 2026

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Requirements

An undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) as recognised by SAQA in Public Administration or equivalent. Five (5) years of experience at a middle/senior managerial level. A certificate for entry into the Senior Management Services (SMS) obtained from the National School of Government (NSG) is compulsory (required from all applicants prior to appointment). Top secret security classification will be an added advantage. Successful completion of corrections science learnership/basic training. Experience and knowledge of the South African Correctional System and Criminal Justice System. Computer literate. 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 and transformation management. Policy development. Project and programme management. Facilitation. Change management. Problem solving and decision making. Time management and customer focus. Honesty and integrity. Coaching and mentoring. Good work ethics. Confidentiality. Interpersonal relations. Ability to work long hours. Diplomacy and tactful. Influence and impact. Accountability. Willingness to travel.

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 as amended. 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 by ensuring that admission and releases are conducted, property store is secured and reconciliation of offender’s cash, fines and bail payments. Manage operational support services. 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. Manage internal security by ensuring that standby lists are available, sufficient security in centre and searching is done continuously according to registers etc. Manage external security by ensuring that utilization of offenders at work teams, officials are performing guard duty and manning of tower posts. Manage the development and care functions of offenders. Manage social work services, spiritual/moral development, health functions and hospital services for inmates. Ensure that a consistent system of activities within the centre is developed and regular committee sittings do take place. Management of performance information. Management of human resources, finances and assets.

Where to send your application

Indicate the reference number and position you are applying for on your application form (Z83) and send your complete application to: The Department of Correctional Services, Post Advertisement Section, Private Bag X136, Pretoria, 0001 OR hand deliver at: 124 WF Nkomo Street, Poyntons Building, Corner WF Nkomo and Sophie De Bruyn Street, Pretoria, 0001 (Previous: Corner Church and Schubart Street) OR you can submit your application online at: https://careers.dcs.gov.za/

Enquiries

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

Note

Appointment under the Correctional Service Act

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 27 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 31 July 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 31 July 2026.

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