JUDICIAL INSPECTORATE FOR CORRECTIONAL SERVICES: INDEPENDENT CORRECTIONAL CENTRE VISITOR (X12 POSTS)

JUDICIAL INSPECTORATE FOR CORRECTIONAL SERVICES: INDEPENDENT CORRECTIONAL CENTRE VISITOR (X12 POSTS)

JUDICIAL INSPECTORATE FOR CORRECTIONAL SERVICES
The Judicial Inspectorate for Correctional Services (JICS) is an equal opportunity employer. In the filling
of vacant posts, the objectives of section 195 (1) (i) of the Constitution of South Africa, 1996 (Act No: 108
of 1996), the Employment Equity imperatives as defined by the Employment Equity Act, 1998 (Act No: 55
of 1998) and relevant Human Resources policies of JICS will be taken into consideration. Women and
people with disabilities are encouraged to apply and preference will be given to the EE Target. JICS
reserves the rights to fill these positions.

CLOSING DATE : 06 March 2026 at 16:00 (walk-in) and 20:00 (online)

NOTE : All attachments for online application must include an application form Z83 and
CV only, in PDF and as one (1) document or attachment and saved with
surname and initials. JPEG (picture/snapshot) applications will not be
accepted. Failure to do so will result in your application being disqualified.
Applications quoting the relevant reference number must be submitted on the
new form Z83, obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the
internet at www.gov.za/documents. Received applications using the incorrect
application for employment (old Z83) will not be considered.

Each post(s)
advert must be accompanied by its own application form for employment and
must be fully completed, initialled and signed by the applicant as instructed
below. Failure to fully complete, initial and sign the Z83 form will lead to
disqualification of the application during the selection process. All applications
must reach the Judicial Inspectorate for Correctional Services (JICS) on/or
before the closing date and time. JICS cannot be held responsible for server
delays. Applications submitted in any other way other than the published link
or hand delivery will be treated as invalid. All fields of Section A, B, C and D of
the Z83 must be completed in full. Section E, F, G (Due to the limited space on
the Z83, it is acceptable for applicants to indicate “refer to CV” or “see
attached”. However, the question related to conditions that prevent reappointment under Part “F” must be answered and the declaration signed.

Only an updated comprehensive CV (with detailed previous experience, if any) and
a completed and signed new Z83 application form is required. Only shortlisted
candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other
related documents on or before the day of the interview following the
communication from Human Resources and such qualification(s) and other
related document(s) will be in line with the requirements of the advert. NonRSA Citizens/Permanent Resident Permit holders in possession of foreign
qualifications must be accompanied by an evaluation report issued by the
South African Qualification Authority (SAQA) (only when shortlisted).

Applicants who do not comply with the abovementioned
instructions/requirements, as well as applications received late will not be
considered. Failure to submit all the requested documents will result in the
application not being considered. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted
candidates only. All shortlisted candidates shall undertake a pre-entry practical
exercise as part of the assessment method to determine the candidate’s
suitability based on the posts’ technical and generic requirements. Suitable
candidates will be subjected to a personnel suitability check (criminal record,
citizenship, credit record checks, qualification verification and employment
verification).

Please note by responding to the advertisement, you consent to
the collection, processing, and storing of your Personal Information in
accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). Your
information will be used for the sole purpose of this application and will not be
shared with third parties without prior consent unless required by law. Due to
the large number of responses anticipated, correspondence will be limited to
short-listed candidates only. If you have not been contacted within three
months of the closing date of the advertisement, please accept that your
application has been unsuccessful. The JICS reserves the right not to make
any appointment(s) to the below advertised post(s). The successful candidate
will be required to enter into an employment contract and a performance
agreement. All costs associated with an application will be borne by the
applicant. The appointment will be made according to the Public Service Act of

All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two preentry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s
suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other
must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. Logistics will be
communicated by the department. Following the interview and technical
exercise, the selection panel will recommend candidates to attend a generic
managerial competency assessment (in compliance with DPSA Directive on
the implementation of competencies-based assessments). The competency
assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the
mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools. JICS is committed to the
achievement and maintenance of diversity and equity employment, preference
will be giving to Females and people living with disabilities.
MANAGEMENT ECHELON

POST 05/261 : INDEPENDENT CORRECTIONAL CENTRE VISITOR (X12 POSTS)
(36-month contract appointment)
SALARY : R85 620 per annum (3/8th, Level 05), plus 37% in lieu of benefits.
CENTRE : KwaZulu Natal Management Region:
Melmoth Correctional Centre Ref No: JI 06/2026
Ekuseni Correctional Centre Ref No: JI 07/2026
Ncome Medium B Correctional Centre Ref No: 08/2026
Newcastle Correctional Centre Ref No: 09/2026
Eastern Cape Management Region:
Regional Office Ref No: JI 10/2026
Western Cape Management Region:
Brandvlei Medium Correctional Centre Ref No: JI 11/2026
George Correctional Centre Ref No: JI 12/2026
Oudtshoorn Correctional Centre Ref No: JI 13/2026
Pollsmoor Medium C Correctional Centre Ref No: JI 14/2026
Goodwood Correctional Centre Ref No: JI 15/2026
Northern Management Region:
Regional Office: Centurion Ref No: JI 16/2026
Mogwase Correctional Centre Ref No: JI 17/2026
Johannesburg Medium B Correctional Centre Ref No: JI 18/2026
Western Cape Management Region:
Brandvlei Medium Correctional Centre Ref No: JI 11/2026
George Correctional Centre Ref No: JI 12/2026
Oudtshoorn Correctional Centre Ref No: JI 13/2026
Pollsmoor Medium C Correctional Centre Ref No: JI 14/2026
Goodwood Correctional Centre Ref No: JI 15/2026

REQUIREMENTS : Applicants must be in possession of a Grade 12/Senior certificate. Computer
literate and accurate. A recommendation/nomination as an ICCV by a
community organization (not older than six (6) months) must be attached to
your application. 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 successful candidates will be responsible to visit the correctional facility
daily and engage with inmates and DCS officials on complaints and other
matters. Monitor the conditions of incarceration and report on findings. Monitor
and report on all instances of deaths, segregation, use of mechanical restraints
and use of force in the centre. Support officials from JICS during inspections
and investigations. Handle administrative tasks which include dealing with and
capturing of inmate complaints, mandatory matters and detailed report writing.

ENQUIRIES : Kwa-Zulu Natal Management Region: Ms. D Mocumi Tel No:(031) 366 1900
Eastern Cape Management Region: Ms N Sifesane Tel No: (043) 722 2729
Western Cape Management Region: Mr S Sani Tel No: (021) 421 1012
Northern Management Region: Ms G Thabethe Tel No: (012) 663 7521

APPLICATIONS : KwaZulu Natal Management Region: Submitted online through the links
below or hand delivered to Aqua Sky Building, 275 Anton Lembede Street, 8th
Floor, Durban 4001.
Melmoth Correctional Centre: https://forms.gle/eSSfGyeK29NmXVB1A
Ekuseni Correctional Centre: https://forms.gle/zxL4cQMoTEr4Dxo28
Ncome Medium B Correctional Centre:
https://forms.gle/znfNw3ySAYmbwNhz9
Newcastle Correctional Centre: https://forms.gle/6RHV53HRGuwbNPFR7
Eastern Cape Management Region: Submitted online through following link
https://forms.gle/Jh4d217ocQbeCK5Y7 or hand delivered to East London
Magistrates Court, 3rd floor, room 407, Buffalo Street, East London, 5200
Western Cape Management Region: Submitted online through the links
below or hand delivered to Standard Bank Building, No. 1 Thibault Square, 9th
Floor, Cnr Long Street & Hans Strijdom Avenue, Cape Town, 8001
Brandvlei Correctional Centre: https://forms.gle/KpLKyMNWUhxwJdp56
George Correctional Centre https://forms.gle/SRAMAym85StTFH6g7
Oudtshoorn Correctional Centre https://forms.gle/sGgTVCiMDhLDmJFa9
Pollsmoor Medium C Correctional Centre
https://forms.gle/pztCE71j54VDQe7D8
Goodwood Correctional Centre https://forms.gle/cdPPMrSm6M5T47M29
Northern Management Region: Submitted online through the links mentioned
below or hand delivered to Block C 3, Eco Origins Office Park, Witch-hazel
Street, Centurion, 0046
Regional Office: Centurion: https://forms.gle/P1MKpHGHJidDzw5AA
Mogwase Correctional Centre: https://forms.gle/eT9JYms4EcvkPnAc9
Johannesburg Medium B Correctional Centre: https://forms.gle/z8VRNouCZPTb6bWX7