JUDICIAL INSPECTORATE FOR CORRECTIONAL SERVICES- INDEPENDENT CORRECTIONAL CENTRE VISITOR (X14 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. People with
Disabilities will be accommodated within reasonable limits. Therefore, preference will be given to
candidates whose appointment will assist the JICS in achieving its Employment Equity targets in terms
of the JICS’s Employment Equity Plan.
CLOSING DATE : 29 August 2025 at 16:00 (walk-in) and 23:59 (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. Posts of
Independent Correctional Centre Visitors (ICCV) also requires a
recommendation/nomination as an ICCV by a community organization (not
older than six (6) months) and must be attached to your application.
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.
Non-RSA 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 short-listed candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical
exercise that intends to test relevant technical elements of the job, the logistics
of which 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 Whites, Indian Females, African
Males, Coloured Males, and people living with disabilities.
MANAGEMENT ECHELON
POST 28/60 : INDEPENDENT CORRECTIONAL CENTRE VISITOR (X14 POSTS)
(36-month contract appointment)
SALARY : R85 620 per annum (3/8th, Level 05), plus 37% in lieu of benefits.
CENTRE : Kwa-Zulu Natal Management Region:
Durban Medium A Correctional Centre Ref No: JI 134/2025
Durban Medium C Correctional Centre Ref No: JI 135/2025
Regional Office Ref No: JI 136/2025
Pietermaritzburg (Med A) Correctional Centre Ref No: JI 137/2025
Ixopo Correctional Centre Ref No: JI 138/2025
Utrecht Correctional Centre Ref No: JI 139/2025
Nkandla Correctional Centre Ref No: JI 140/2025
Matatiel Correctional Centre Ref No: JI 141/2025
Central Management Region:
Ladybrand Correctional Centre Ref No: JI 142/2025
Eastern Cape Management Region:
Middleburg Correctional Centre Ref No: JI 143/2025
Western Cape Management Region:
Buffeljagsrivier Correctional Centre Ref No: JI 144/2025
Helderstroom Max Correctional Centre Ref No: JI 145/2025
Mossel Bay Youth Correctional Centre Ref No: JI 146/2025
Pollsmoor Remand Detention Ref No: JI 147/2025
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.
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ENQUIRIES : Central Management Region: Ms Y Mdlalose Tel No: (051) 430 1954
Kwa-Zulu Natal Management Region: Mr. S Sibanyoni Tel No: (031) 366 1900
Northern Management Region: Ms G Thabethe Tel No: (012) 663 7521
Western Cape Management Region: Mr S Sani Tel No: (021) 421 1012
Eastern Cape Management Region: Ms N Sifesane Tel No: (043) 722 2729
APPLICATIONS : KwaZulu Natal: Submitted online through the links below or hand delivered to
Aqua Sky Building, 275 Anton Lembede Street, 8th Floor, Durban 4001.
Durban Medium A Correctional Centre: https://forms.gle/et8roHSPN9E8fJof8
Durban Medium C Correctional Centre: https://forms.gle/yiT1epRy2sSvsj4P8
Regional Office https://forms.gle/1JYwLy7jnAqju3qA9
Pietermaritzburg (Med A) Correctional Centre:
https://forms.gle/idvTQVyv4GLF7VKNA
Ixopo Correctional Centre: https://forms.gle/oSimjrKPANvy2rdb7
Utrecht Correctional Centre: https://forms.gle/uMAAh3HZUwVUbRfy9
Nkandla Correctional Centre: https://forms.gle/sp2ugQUBKmG7nQmV9
Matatiel Correctional Centre: https://forms.gle/abXnBs75YXdxqvKw7
Ladybrand Correctional Centre:
Submitted online through https://forms.gle/6xwjrqdVNQnxop3Z8 or hand
delivered to Fedsure House, 3rd Floor 62 St Andrews Street, Bloemfontein,
9300
Eastern Cape Management Region:
Middleburg Correctional Centre: Applicants to be submitted through following
link https://forms.gle/adSaeQjB7SdunYq49 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
Buffeljagsrivier Correctional Centre: https://forms.gle/TYt99mw69aFC8qMB7
Helderstroom Max Correctional Centre:
https://forms.gle/JseSZXHh4UGFnHwG7
Mossel Bay Youth Correctional Centre: https://forms.gle/MrzXFy515Qr4xpP2A
Pollsmoor Remand Detention: https://forms.gle/5PfrwvKvfry4AGaX7
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