HUMAN RESOURCE OFFICER

Judicial Inspectorate for Correctional Services

Directorate: Corporate Services

Reference number: JI 34/2026
Salary: R237 453 per annum
Centre: Centurion
Province: Gauteng
Closing date: 31 July 2026
Circular: No 25 of 2026

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Requirements

Applicants must be in possession of a Senior Certificate (Grade 12) or an equivalent qualification. Experience in office administration is required. Candidates should be computer literate with proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. The ideal candidate should demonstrate strong planning, organisational, communication, interpersonal, problem-solving, and time-management skills, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Conflict management and attention to detail are essential. A valid driver's licence, knowledge of the PERSAL system, a qualification in Human Resource Management, and experience within the Justice Cluster will serve as added advantages.

Duties

The successful candidate will be responsible for the implementation of human resource administration practices concerning service benefits (Leave, Housing, Medical, Injury on duty, Terminations, Long Service recognition, Overtime, Relocation, Pensions, Allowances, etc.), and HR Provisioning (Recruitment & Selection, Transfer, Verification of qualifications, secretariat functions at interviews, absorptions, probationary reports, etc.). Address human resource administration enquiries to ensure the correct implementation of human resource management practices. Capturing of transactions on PERSAL. Filing and updating of personnel files. Performance Management and Human Resource Development.

Where to send your application

Applications to be submitted through following link: https://forms.gle/nuczQEXkUftZ1WVi7 or hand delivered to Block C3, Eco Origins Office Park, Witch-hazel Street, Centurion, 0046. FOR ATTENTION : Human Resources 46

Enquiries

Ms S Bezuidenhout Tel No: (012) 321 0303

Note

To apply, submit a completed Z83 form and detailed Curriculum Vitae (PDF document to a maximum of 10 megabytes) via e-mail or hand delivery. The Department will not be held responsible for server delays. Late applications due to technical issues will not be considered. Shortlisted candidates must provide certified copies of required documents (Identity Document, qualifications, etc) where necessary and service certificates to support senior management experience to Human Resources before the interviews, including South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) evaluation reports for foreign qualifications. Failure to comply will result in disqualification. To be appointed at Senior Management Service (SMS) level, you must complete the SMS Pre-entry programme offered by the National School of Government (NSG). Find course details here: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/ appointment is subject to successful completion of the Nyukela Programme: Pre-entry Certificate to SMS and submission of proof. Shortlisted applicants for the advertised vacancies will undergo two pre-entry assessments: a practical assessment and an integrity assessment, both of which form part of the selection criteria after the interview. All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity. NB: Please note that false or fraudulent qualifications submitted by applicants will be reported to the South African Police Services (SAPS), and a criminal case shall be opened. Applications: Please submit your application before the closing date as late applications will not be considered. Do not submit duplicate applications. If applying for multiple posts, submit separate applications for each post. Applications submitted via email will be acknowledged via an automated response. Applications received manually will not be acknowledged due to high volumes of applications received. If you have not heard from us within 3 months, please consider your application to be unsuccessful. Should, during any stage of the recruitment process, a moratorium be placed on the filling of posts or the Department is affected by any process such as, but not limited to, restructuring or reorganisation of posts, the Department reserves the right to cancel the recruitment process and re-advertise the post at any time in the future. Important: DLRRD is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting representivity and affirmative action. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates. The Department reserves the right not to fill vacancies. By applying you consent to the collection and processing of your personal information for recruitment purposes. Shortlisted candidates will be required to be available for assessments and interviews at a date and time as determined by the Department. Shortlisted candidates will undergo personnel suitability checks, security vetting and reference checks (including social media profiles). Applications must declare any pending criminal, disciplinary or any other allegations or investigations. Successful candidates must pass security clearance, sign an employment contract, sign an annual performance agreement and disclose financial interests. All applicants are required to declare any conflict or perceived conflict of interest, to disclose memberships of Boards and directorships that they may be associated with. Failure to disclose relevant information may result in disqualification or termination.

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 25 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 17 July 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 30 July 2026.

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