REGIONAL HEAD: FINANCE

Department of Correctional Services

Reference number: HO 2026/07/15
Salary: R1 340 691 per annum, (all-inclusive package)
Centre: Western Cape Region
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 Accounting / Financial Management / Cost Management Accounting or equivalent qualification. 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). Five [5] years of experience at a middle/senior managerial level in a similar environment. Computer literate. Valid driver’s licence. Required Knowledge: Knowledge and understanding of the South African Criminal Justice System and the Correctional Services Architecture. Understanding of public service policy and related legislative framework (Public Service Act and Regulations, Public Finance Management Act, with emphasis on the Correctional Service Act 111 of 1998 as amended). Competencies and Attributes: Financial management skills. Strategic capability and leadership. Policy development. Communication. Project and programme management. Transformation and change management. Client orientation and customer focus. Problem solving and analysis. Service delivery innovation. Decision making, people management and empowerment. Integrity and honesty. Confidentiality. Interpersonal relations. Understanding of Public Service policy and legislative frameworks. Assertiveness and ability to network. Diplomacy, tactful, influence and impact.

Duties

Support and advice the Regional Commissioner and senior managers on finance and supply chain management matters. Effective management of financial accounting. Effective management of management accounting. Effective management of logistic administration. Effective management of procurement and contract management processes. Management of the external audit process. Effective risk management to ensure compliance with the risk management plan of the DCS. 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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