Regional Head: Incarcerations, Corrections And Rehabilitation

2026/11/04 Department: Department of Correctional Services Centre: Limpopo, Mpumalanga and North West region Salary: R1 340 691 per annum, (all-inclusive package) Reference: HO DUTIES Ensure a safe and secure environment for members of the public, personnel and persons legally entrusted to our care. Manage health care services and incarceration management. Manage and oversee self-sufficiency and sustainability programs and services. Management of human resources, finances and assets. Management of performance information. ENQUIRIES National Head Office: Ms NS Khumalo Tel No: (012) 307 2174 or Ms TP Ngobeni Tel No: (012) 305 8589. HOW TO APPLY should be submitted online at https://careers.dcs.gov.za/. Emailed, post or hand delivered applications will not be considered. NOTE Appointment under the Correctional Services Act. Source: DPSA Public Service Vacancy Circular 38 of 2026. Apply exactly as the department instructs (Z83 form and CV); Insly does not forward applications for public service posts.

An undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) as recognised by SAQA in Behavioural Science or relevant qualification. A certificate for entry into the Senior Management Services (SMS) obtained from the National School of Government (NSG) is compulsory. Five [5] years of experience at a middle/senior managerial level. Security clearance. 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 Services Act 111 of 1998 as amended). Competencies and Attributes: 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 and financial management skills. People management and empowerment. Integrity, honesty, confidentiality and interpersonal relations. 12 Understanding of Public Service policy and legislative framework. Assertiveness, ability to network, diplomacy, tactful, influence and impact.