INDEPENDENT CORRECTIONAL CENTRE VISITOR

Judicial Inspectorate for Correctional Services

Directorate: Regional Coordination & Oversight

Reference number: JI 54/2026
Salary: R89 046 per annum (Level 5 - 3/8th), plus 37% in lieu of benefits
Centre: Somerset East Correctional Centre
Province: Eastern Cape
Closing date: 25 September 2026
Circular: No 32 of 2026

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Requirements

Applicants must be in possession of a Grade 12/Senior Certificate. Computer literate and accurate. A recommendation of nomination as an ICCV by a community organization (not older than six (6) months). Ability to work independently and as a team. Public spirited and sound knowledge of the Batho Pele principles. Assertiveness and ability to work under pressure. Ability to communicate (verbally and in writing). Driver’s licence will be an added advantage. Preference will be given to qualifying applications received from individuals residing in communities which are in the vicinity of the correctional centre where the post needs to be filled.

Duties

The incumbent will be responsible for conducting site visits and reporting on urgent matters. To conduct regular interviews and consultations with inmates and DCS officials regarding complaints and mandatory matters. Receiving and capturing all complaints/requests on the database. Opening and maintenance of case files. Make follow-ups on outstanding complaints. Submission of monthly reports. Provide statistical analysis of all complaints received. Attend to enquiries. Carry out all reasonable instructions by the supervisor/ Regional Manager.

Where to send your application

Applications to be submitted through the following link https://forms.gle/7pGmxdfrNoig4JDr8 or hand delivered to East London Magistrates Court, 3rd floor, room 407, Buffalo Street, East London, 5200. 115

Enquiries

Ms N Sifesane Tel No: (043) 722 2729

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 32 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 4 September 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 8 September 2026.

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