This vacancy has closed. It closed on 20 July 2026 and is kept here for reference only.
VICE-CHAIRPERSON
Department of Correctional Services
- Reference number
- FSNC 2026/07/14
- Salary
- A member of the Board will be remunerated on monthly rates based on category D sub-category D1 of the remuneration of statutory boards as defined by National Treasury
- Centre
- Free State and Northern Cape Region: Grootvlei
- Province
- Free State
- Closing date
- 20 July 2026
- Circular
- No 23 of 2026
Requirements
A recognized and appropriate NQF level 7 qualification in any Criminal Justice field, Social Sciences or related. Proven 3 years supervisory role or community leadership experience as well as active involvement in community-based structures. Commitment to a corruption-free administration. A good standing with the community with extensive life experience. Proven special interest in the Criminal Justice System.
Duties
Chair meetings in the absence of the Chairperson. Sign documents in the absence of the Chairperson. Participate in the analysis and evaluation of information in order to identify continuing risk/dangerousness in an individual offender’s case, where information may come from a variety of sources including electronic, paper documents, electronic updates and evidence given at oral hearings. Apply knowledge and judgement to offenders’ cases in order to decide whether they can safely be released into the community and recommend appropriate conditions where release is appropriate. Participate in the hearing of cases in order to assess risk while work collaboratively in making judgements about the available evidence and formulate a concise and structured summary of relevant factors to aide in reaching a decision or recommendation. Participate in report writing, assist in drafting seasoned summaries and assist the Chairperson in recommending a decision. Be an effective ambassador for the Parole Board when representing it at hearings or any other event.
Where to send your application
Interested candidates should submit complete applications clearly reflecting the designation and applicable reference number to the relevant addresses as reflected below: Free State and Northern Cape Region: The Regional Commissioner Free State and Northern Cape, Recruitment Section, P/Bag X20530, Bloemfontein, 9300 OR hand deliver at: 103 Zastron Street, Agrimed Building, Bloemfontein, 9300. Contact persons: Ms Mokuni NJ / Ms Molutsoane N/ Ms Radebe T / Ms. Ramncwana B (082) 306 9027. Limpopo, Mpumalanga and North West Region: The Regional Commissioner Limpopo, Mpumalanga & North West, Recruitment Section, P/Bag X142, Pretoria, 0001 OR hand deliver at: Cnr Johannes Ramokhoase (Proes) & Paul Kruger Street, 196 Masada Building, 09th Floor, Pretoria, 0001. Contact persons: Mr Buthelezi Z (012) 306 2025/Ms Nomvela PM (012) 306 2033/Ms Lekhuleni TD (012) 306 2034. Western Cape Region: The Regional Commissioner Western Cape, Recruitment Section, P/Bag X14, Goodwood, 7459 OR hand deliver at: Peninsula Drive, Monte Vista, 7460. Contact persons: Ms NA Mdladlamba Tel No: (021) 550 6014/Ms A Reddy Tel No: (021) 559 7929/Mr S Sikisazane Tel No: (021) 558 0108/Ms NC Sotyibi Tel No: (021) 558 0518. Applications for the below positions can also be submitted online at: https://careers.dcs.gov.za/.Candidates must comply with the minimum appointment requirements. CV’s should be aligned to reflect one’s degree of compliance with the advertisement requirements and responsibilities.
Enquiries
Free State and Northern Cape Region: Ms Mokuni NJ / Ms Molutsoane N/ Ms Radebe T / Ms. Ramncwana B at (082) 306 9027 Limpopo, Mpumalanga and North West Region: Mr Buthelezi Z Tel No: (012) 306 2025/Ms Nomvela PM Tel No: (012) 306 2033/Ms Lekhuleni TD Tel No: (012) 306 2034.
Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 23 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 3 July 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 9 September 2026.
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