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 : 05 June 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
1994.

POST 16/77 : SENIOR CASE OFFICER: COMPLAINTS REF NO: JI 19/2026

Directorate: Legal Services – Complaints Unit
SALARY : R413 001 per annum
CENTRE : Centurion

REQUIREMENTS : Applicants must be in possession of a Grade 12/Senior Certificate, BProc/ LLB
Degree or other relevant recognized legal qualification on NQF 7 as recognised
by SAQA. 1–3-year relevant working experience of which 1 year must be in a
supervisory capacity. Computer literate. Proven competency in constitutional
law, human rights law, correctional law, criminal procedure, evidential law and
administrative law. Proficiency in English and at least one other official
language. Ability to write analytically. Valid driver’s license is essential,
willingness to travel.

DUTIES : The successful candidate will be responsible to receive and adjudicate inmate
complaints and maintain proper records with a view to analysing systematic
practices and reporting thereon. Provide reports to the Manager Complaints
Unit. Liaison with Department of Correctional Services, Visitors Committees
(VC) Independent Correctional Centre Visitors (ICCV) and stakeholders.
Supervise administrative staff of the Complaints unit.

ENQUIRIES : Ms. S Wesson Tel No: (021) 421 1012
APPLICATIONS : Applications to be submitted through following link:
https://forms.gle/jFWVCcr7zTLYRpZv8 or hand delivered to Block C3, Eco
Origins Office Park, Witch-hazel Street, Centurion, 0046.
FOR ATTENTION : Human Resources

POST 16/78 : INDEPENDENT CORRECTIONAL CENTRE VISITOR

(36-month contract appointment)
SALARY : R89 046 per annum (3/8th, Level 05), plus 37% in lieu of benefits.
CENTRE : Kwa-Zulu Natal Management Region:
Umzinto Ref No: JI 20/2026
Eastern Cape Management Region:
Grahamstown Correctional Centre Ref No: JI 21/2026
Port Elizabeth Correctional Centre Ref No: JI 22/2026
Middelburg Correctional Centre Ref No: JI 23/2026
Central Management Region:
Goedemoed Correctional Centre Ref No: JI 24/2026
Vereeniging Correctional Centre Ref No: JI 25/2026
Regional Office: Bloemfontein Ref No: JI 26/2026
Northern Management Region:
Leeuwkop Med A Correctional Centre Ref No: JI 27/2026
Leeuwkop Med B Correctional Centre Ref No: JI 28/2026
Kgosi Mampuru Correctional Centre Ref No: JI 29/2026
Devon Correctional Centre Ref No: JI 30/2026
Thohoyandou Correctional Centre Ref No: JI 31/2026

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
Central Management Region: Ms Y Mdlalose Tel No: (051) 4301954
Northern Management Region: Ms G Thabethe Tel No: (012) 663 7521

APPLICATIONS : Kwa-Zulu Natal Management Region: Submitted online through the links
below or hand delivered to Aqua Sky Building, 275 Anton Lembede Street, 8th
Floor, Durban 4001. Umzinto Correctional Centre:
https://forms.gle/tW69PZfaXU65w7UJ8
Eastern Cape Management Region: Submitted online through the links below
or hand delivered to East London Magistrates Court, 3rd floor, room 407,
Buffalo Street, East London, 5200.
Grahamstown: https://forms.gle/pPr8QikPFXNbV4Pa8
Port Elizabeth: https://forms.gle/hBLZz22yP67MzVtn9
Middelburg: https://forms.gle/NjQxVT8UkwKPjFw9A
Central Management Region:
Submitted online through the links below or hand delivered to Fedsure House,
3rd Floor 62 St Andrews Street, Bloemfontein, 9300.
Goedemoed Correctional Centre: https://forms.gle/cYBNQWkgyzrG6zwa7
Vereeniging Centre: https://forms.gle/4rmUHnRb8cF3z1NG7
Regional Office: Bloemfontein: https://forms.gle/VZJhqGkAaxS28jdM8
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.
Leeuwkop Med A Correctional Centre: https://forms.gle/vsptvhdkaxnag1R19
Leeuwkop Med B Correctional Centre:
https://forms.gle/D6XxmQZo8dhRxtvM8
Kgosi Mampuru Correctional Centre: https://forms.gle/z4TYvVUhdjV7nifp9
Devon Correctional Centre: https://forms.gle/EqBpFwzmK91FopZz7
Thohoyandou Correctional Centre: https://forms.gle/G4Sgseb5NMx7Nyw9A

We wish you all the best with your applications