Department of Public Service and Administration (DPSA) has advertised Experienced Jobs at the Department of Correctional Services.
Closing date: 20 May 2024
Experienced Jobs at the Department of Correctional Services
- CHIEF DEPUTY COMMISSIONER: HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REF NO: HO 2024/04/01
- CHIEF DEPUTY COMMISSIONER: REHABILITATION REF NO: HO 2024/04/02
SALARY : R1 693 164 per annum, all-inclusive package
CENTRE : National Head Office, Pretoria:
REQUIREMENTS :
A postgraduate qualification (NQF level 8) in Human Resource Management/Human Resource Development/Public Administration or equivalent qualification as recognized by SAQA with 8 years senior management experience in a similar environment. A certificate for entry into the Senior Management Services (SMS) obtained from the National School of Government (NSG) is compulsory and should be submitted prior to appointment. 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, 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: In-depth knowledge and experience of the human resource legislation and regulatory framework. Proven competencies in strategic capability and leadership, programme and project management, financial management, change management, people management and empowerment, service delivery and innovation, customer orientation and service delivery and problem solving. Proven experience and skills in policy development, implementation and stakeholder management. Strategic management and leadership. Good verbal and written communication skills. Knowledge of the government planning and delivery cycle. Ability to articulate strategy and work under pressure. Incumbent must be self-driven, innovative and creative.
DUTIES :
Provide strategic guidance and advice with regard to the following areas: human resource management, human resource development, organizational design and development, employee relations and integrated employee health and wellness including occupational health and safety. Provide sound financial management leadership in relation to the compensation of employees’ budget. Play a leading role in the design and implementation of all human resource strategies and tactics to ensure that the department achieves its strategic human resource goals. Facilitate the management of an effective employee performance system and human resource system support.
Strengthening good working relations with its strategic partners, clients and stakeholders. Playing pivotal in positioning the department’s function of human resources and development within the justice, crime prevention and security cluster. Effective risk management to ensure compliance with the risk management plan of the department. Management of human resources, finance, assets and performance information.
ENQUIRIES : Ms TP Baloyi Tel No: (012) 305 8589 or Ms Khumalo NS Tel No: (012) 307 2174.
NOTE : Appointment under the Correctional Services Act.
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- REGIONAL COMMISSIONER
SALARY : R1 693 164 per annum, all-inclusive package
CENTRE : Western Cape region Ref No: HO 2024/04/03
Gauteng Region Ref No: HO 2024/02/04
REQUIREMENTS :
A postgraduate qualification (NQF level 8) in Public Administration/Law/Criminology/Social Sciences or equivalent qualification as recognized by SAQA. A certificate for entry into the Senior Management Services (SMS) obtained from the National School of Government (NSG) is compulsory and should be submitted prior to appointment. 8 years’ experience at a senior managerial level. Sound knowledge of the SA Correctional System and understanding the functioning of the Criminal Justice System. Computer literate. Valid driver’s licence. Required Knowledge: Knowledge and understanding of the South African Criminal Justice Systems 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 Services Act 111 of 1998 as amended).
Competencies And Attributes: Strategic capability and leadership. Service delivery innovation. Client orientation and customer focus. Financial management. Change management. People management and empowerment. Programme and project management. Communication skills (verbal and written). Problem solving and decision making. Transformation management. Influencing and impact. Policy development, facilitation, conflict management and conceptual skills. Diversity management. Negotiation skills. Confidentiality. Interpersonal relations and time management. Accountability. Diplomacy and tact. Policy development and implementation. Good corporate governance principles.
DUTIES : Provide strategic leadership in ensuring effective, efficient and economic management of the region to realize policy outcomes. Manage the provision of care programmes to maintain the personal well-being of offenders. Manage the provision of programmes aimed at the development of offenders. Manage the rendering of security services to personnel, service providers, public, offenders and any other departmental operation. Management of Justice, Crime Prevention Security cluster and other stakeholders in the region. Manage the development and implementation of after care services to offenders. Manage the development and implementation of correctional programmes to correct offending behaviour. Effective risk management to ensure compliance with the risk management plan of the department. Management of human resources, finance, assets and performance information.
ENQUIRIES : Ms TP Baloyi Tel No: (012) 305 8589 or Ms Khumalo NS Tel No: (012) 307 2174.
- CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER REF NO: HO 2024/04/05
SALARY : R1 693 164 per annum, all-inclusive package
CENTRE : National Head Office, Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS :
A postgraduate qualification (NQF level 8) in Accounting or Financial Management or equivalent qualification as recognized by SAQA. Registration as a Chartered Accountant (SA) will serve as a strong recommendation. 8 years senior management experience in an accounting or financial management environment. A certificate for entry into the Senior Management Services (SMS) obtained from the National School of Government (NSG) is compulsory and should be submitted prior to appointment. Computer literate.
Valid driver’s licence. Required Knowledge: Knowledge and understanding of the South African Criminal Justice Systems 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 Services Act 111 of 1998 as amended). Competencies and Attributes: Strategic capability and leadership. Financial management, policy development, communication, project and programme management. Transformation and change management.
Client orientation and customer focused. Problem solving and analysis, service delivery innovation, decision making, people management and empowerment. Safety and security awareness. Integrity and honesty. Confidentiality and good interpersonal relations. Understanding of public service policy and legislative framework. Assertiveness, ability to network, diplomacy and tact, influence and impact. Technical ability to optimally support the Accounting Officer to align the allocation of financial resources to the imperatives set by the strategic and annual performance plans of the department and to account thereof.
DUTIES :
Provide strategic direction in the implementation of financial and management accounting practices. Ensure strategic leadership in complying with the supply chain management processes. Manage all salary queries from various stakeholders. Manage departmental compensation and deduction management. Management and adherence to supply chain management policy requirements. Implementation of the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act and Broad Based Black Economic Empowerment Act. Develop and implement fiscal policies including supply chain management. Advice and ensure compliance to finance and supply chain management policies, procedures and systems. Develop communication strategies and systems for the department.
Advice and communicate on the strategies developed. Set performance standards and benchmarks against which to measure target achievement. Monitor and ensure compliance with norms and standards of the Treasury Regulations, PFMA and BBBEE. Prepare annual financial statements in line with treasury regulations. Ensure that the preparations of the budget are in line with strategic plans and departmental objectives. Develop and manage memorandum of understanding, service level agreements and expenditure review. Represent the strategic intent of the department in intergovernmental and technical structures within the National Treasury on matters dealing with the allocation of financial resources and policy directives. Management of human resources, finance, assets and performance information.
ENQUIRIES : Ms TP Baloyi Tel No:(012) 305 8589 or Ms Khumalo NS Tel No: (012) 307 2174.
- DEPUTY COMMISSIONER: AREA COMMISSIONER REF NO: HO 2024/04/06
- DEPUTY COMMISSIONER: IT INFRASTRUCTURE MANAGEMENT: (REF: HO 2024/04/07)
- DEPUTY COMMISSIONER: EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT REF NO: HO 2024/04/08
- DEPUTY COMMISSIONER: COMMUNITY PROGRAMMES LIAISON REF NO: HO 2024/04/09
- DEPUTY COMMISSIONER: SELF SUFFICIENCY AND SUSTAINABILITY REF NO: HO 2024/04/10
- DEPUTY COMMISSIONER: CORRECTIONAL SECURITY OPERATIONS REF NO: HO 2024/04/11
CENTRE : Western Cape & Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS :
An undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) in Public Administration/Law/Criminology/Social Sciences or equivalent qualification as recognized by SAQA. A certificate for entry into the Senior Management Services (SMS) obtained from the National School of Government (NSG) is compulsory and should be submitted prior to appointment. 5 years’ experience at a senior managerial level. Computer literacy. Valid driver’s licence. Required Knowledge: Knowledge and understanding of the South African Criminal Justice Systems 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 Services Act 111 of 1998 as amended).
Competencies And Attributes: Strategic capability and leadership. Service delivery innovation. Client orientation and customer focus. Financial management. Change management. People management and empowerment. Programme and project management. Communication skills (verbal and written). Problem solving and decision making. Transformation management. Influencing and impact. Policy development, facilitation, conflict management and conceptual skills. Diversity management. Negotiation skills. Confidentiality. Interpersonal relations and time management. Accountability. Diplomacy and tact. Policy development and implementation. Good corporate governance principles.
DUTIES :
Manage and provide direction for the Management Area in relation to the effective functioning of incarceration and corrections, parole boards, corporate services, development programmes, care services, correctional centres and community corrections. Oversee the administration of security systems/programmes including comprehensive risk assessments and programmes to ensure safety. Ensure the implementation and adherence to policies and procedures. Establish and maintain effective relationships with key stakeholders within the geographical location of the management area. Effective management of court appearance of remand detainees. Management of the operational risks within the management area. Promotion of social responsibility and human development of all offenders and parolees subjected to community corrections. Management of human resource, finance and assets. Management of performance information.
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ENQUIRIES : Ms TP Baloyi Tel No: (012) 305 8589 or Ms Khumalo NS Tel No: (012) 307 2174.
- DEPUTY REGIONAL COMMISSIONER REF NO: HO 2024/04/12
SALARY : R1 395 885 per annum, (all-inclusive package)
CENTRE : Western Cape region
REQUIREMENTS :
An undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) in Public Administration/Behavioural Sciences or equivalent as recognized by SAQA. A certificate for entry into the Senior Management Services (SMS) obtained from the National School of Government (NSG) is compulsory and should be submitted prior to appointment. Five [5] years’ experience at a senior managerial level. Computer literacy. 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 and the Correctional Service Act 111 of 1998 as amended). Competencies and Attributes: Strategic capability and leadership. Service delivery innovation. Client orientation and customer focus. Financial management. Change management. People management and empowerment. Programme and project management. Communication skills (verbal and written). Problem solving and decision making. Transformation management. Influencing and impact. Facilitation, conflict management and conceptual skills. Diversity management. Negotiation skills. Confidentiality. Interpersonal relations and time management. Accountability. Diplomacy and tact. Policy development and implementation. Good corporate governance principles.
DUTIES :
Manage the coordination of representation of offenders. Oversee the coordination of Information Technology Services. Oversee the rendering of Communication Services. Oversee the coordination of Inspection Services. Coordinate effective risk management to ensure compliance with the DCS Risk Management Plan. Provide strategic leadership and direction for the region and management areas. Management of human resources, finance, assets and performance information.
ENQUIRIES : Ms TP Baloyi Tel No: (012) 305 8589 or Ms Khumalo NS Tel No: (012) 307 2174.
- DIRECTOR: PRE-RELEASE RESETTLEMENT REF NO: HO 2024/04/13
SALARY : R1 182 765 per annum, (all-inclusive package)
CENTRE : National Head Office, Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS :
An undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) as recognised by SAQA in Behavioural Sciences/Social Sciences or equivalent. 5 years’ experience at a middle/ senior managerial level in a similar environment. A certificate for entry into the Senior Management Services (SMS) obtained from the National School of Government (NSG) is compulsory and should be submitted prior to appointment. Security clearance. Computer literacy. 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 and the Correctional Service Act 111 of 1998 as amended).
Competencies And Attributes: Parole administration. Corrections management. Management of overcrowding. Understanding of DCS environment. Understanding of Justice Cluster. Relevant prescripts. Case management. Screening and assessment. Planning and coordination. Quality improvement. Strategic capability and leadership. Service delivery innovation. Client orientation and customer focus. Financial management. Change management. People management and empowerment. Programme and project management. Communication skills (verbal and written). Problem solving and decision making. Transformation management. Influencing and impact. Facilitation, conflict management and conceptual skills. Diversity management. Negotiation skills. Confidentiality. Interpersonal relations and time management. Accountability. Diplomacy and tact. Policy development and implementation. Good corporate governance principles.
DUTIES :
Develop, review, monitor and evaluate the implementation of legislation, policies and standard operating procedures (SOPs) and procedures operating systems on placement and release of offenders. Ensure policies and standard operating procedures are reviewed and up to date. Improve effective functioning and coordination of Correctional Supervision and Parole Boards (CSPB’s). Develop and implement measures to improve performance and compliance of CSPB’s in line with relevant policies and operational procedures on placement and release. Manage programs, projects and activities of Directorate: Pre release Resettlement. Manage offender representations, complaints, inquiries and parliamentary questions received by the directorate. Management of performance information. Management of human resources, finances and assets.
ENQUIRIES : Ms TP Baloyi Tel No:(012) 305 8589 or Ms Khumalo NS Tel No:(012) 307 2174.
- POST 15/13 : DIRECTOR: FACILITIES FUND MANAGEMENT REF NO: HO 2024/04/14
CENTRE : National Head Office, Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS :
An undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) as recognised by SAQA in BCom Accounting or equivalent qualification. A certificate for entry into the Senior Management Services (SMS) obtained from the National School of Government (NSG) is compulsory and should be submitted prior to appointment. Five (5) Years of experience at middle management/ senior managerial level in a similar environment. Computer literacy. Valid driver’s licence. Required Knowledge: Understanding of the dynamics of the Justice Cluster, White Paper on Corrections in South Africa and White Paper on Remand Detainees. Understanding of Public Service Policy and related legislative framework (Public Service Act and Regulations and Public Finance Management Act).
Competencies And Attributes: Strategic capability and leadership. Service delivery innovation. Client orientation and customer focus. Financial management. Change management. People management and empowerment. Programme and project management. Communication skills (verbal and written). Problem solving and decision making. Transformation management. Influencing and impact. Facilitation, conflict management and conceptual skills. Diversity management. Negotiation skills. Confidentiality. Interpersonal relations and time management. Accountability. Diplomacy and tact. Policy development and implementation. Good corporate governance principles. Accountability. Diplomacy and tact. Good corporate governance principles.
DUTIES :
Effective management of members’ financial and other interests by ensuring sound financial management of the fund. Assist regions in the establishment of clubs and setting up trading points. Effective management of the widow and orphan fund. Management of the Protea–Karridene agreement and fund modernization projects. Continuously ensuring compliance with all policies, rules and regulations within the department and those affecting the fund. Effective risk management to ensure compliance with the risk management plan. Efficient and effective management of the national sport fund and interest free study loans. Report on quarterly basis to the board of trustees on the funds’ strategic issues and developments. Ensuring that treasurers are trained on the applicable finance systems/software as well as on general financial management. Management of performance information. Management of human resources, finances and assets.
ENQUIRIES : Ms TP Baloyi Tel No: (012) 305 8589 or Ms Khumalo NS Tel No: (012) 307 2174.
NOTE : Appointment under the Correctional Services Act.
- DIRECTOR: SUPERVISION (PROBATIONERS AND PAROLEES) REF NO: HO 2024/04/15
SALARY : R1 182 765 per annum, (all-inclusive package)
CENTRE : National Head Office, Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS :
An undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) as recognised by SAQA in Public Administration or equivalent. (5) Years’ of experience at a middle/senior managerial level in a similar environment. A certificate for entry into the Senior Management Services (SMS) obtained from the National School of Government (NSG) is compulsory and should be submitted prior to appointment. Computer literacy. Valid driver’s licence.
Required Knowledge: Understanding of the dynamics of the Justice Cluster, White Paper on Corrections in South Africa and White Paper on Remand Detainees. 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: Sound knowledge of Social Re-Integration (Probationers and Parolees). Strategic capability and leadership. Programme and project management, financial management, change management and diversity management. Knowledge management, service delivery innovation, problem solving and analysis, people management and empowerment, client orientation and customer focus, communication, honesty and integrity. Safety and security awareness. Transformation and change management. Pro-active and vigilant. Tactfulness and confidentiality. Understanding and adherence of public service and correctional services policies and legislative framework. Knowledge and understanding of the regulatory framework of the justice cluster.
DUTIES :
Provide strategic leadership and direction for the Directorate: Supervision. Monitor compliance with policies, procedures, programmes, standards and applicable legislation. Manage the implementation of the admission risk classification tool for Probationers and Parolees at Community Correction offices in each region. Manage the implementation of the framework on the prevention of absconding country wide. Facilitate the development of the reclassification tool for Probationers and Parolees. Develop policies and procedures on correctional supervision in line with the strategic direction of the department. Management of human resources, finances and assets. Management of performance information.
ENQUIRIES : Ms TP Baloyi Tel No: (012) 305 8589 or Ms Khumalo NS Tel No: (012) 307 2174.
- DIRECTOR: REGIONAL HEAD: HUMAN RESOURCES REF NO: HO 2024/02/16
SALARY : R1 182 765 per annum, (all-inclusive package)
CENTRE : Free State and Northern Cape region
REQUIREMENTS :
An undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) in Human Resource Management or equivalent qualification. A certificate for entry into the Senior Management Services (SMS) obtained from the National School of Government (NSG) is compulsory and should be submitted prior to appointment. [5] Years’ of experience at a middle/senior managerial level. Computer literacy. 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, 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 management. 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 framework. Assertiveness. Ability to network. Diplomacy and tactful. Influence and impact.
DUTIES : Manage human resource provisioning in the region. Ensure human resource development and training. Manage the employment equity. Manage employee relations and personnel discipline. Manage the employee health and wellness and the occupational health and safety in the region. Oversee the management of litigation cases. Manage risk effectively in order to ensure compliance with the risk management plan of DCS. Oversee performance management and monitoring. Management of human resources, finances and assets. Management of performance information.
ENQUIRIES : Ms TP Baloyi Tel No: (012) 305 8589 or Ms Khumalo NS Tel No: (012) 307 2174.
How to apply
All applications must be forwarded to: National Head Office: Department of Correctional Services, Post Advertisement Section, Private Bag X136, Pretoria, 0001 or hand deliver at: 124 WF Nkomo Street, Poyntons Building, Cnr WF Nkomo and Sophie De Bruyn Street, Pretoria, 0001 (Previous: Cnr Church and Schubart Street).
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