DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONAL SERVICES 23 July 2026

The Department of Correctional Services is an equal opportunity employer. The Department will take into
consideration the objectives of Section 195 (1) (i) of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, 1996
(Act 108 of 1996) and the Employment Equity Act, 1998 (Act 55 of 1998) in filling of these vacancies. It is
our intention to promote representivity in respect of race, gender and disability through the filling of
these positions. In support of this strategy, applicants need to indicate race, gender and disability status
on the application form/CV. Applicants who have retired from the Public Service with a specific
determination that they cannot be re-appointed or have been declared medically unfit will not be
considered.

APPLICATIONS : Send your complete application to:
Eastern Cape Region: The Regional Commissioner Eastern Cape.
Recruitment Section, P/Bag X9013, East London OR hand deliver at: Moore
Street, Block E Ocean Terrace Quigney, East London, 5211. Contact persons:
Ms Myataza Z Tel No: (043) 706 7866/Ms Mgugudo N Tel No: (043) 706 7882.
Western Cape Region: The Regional Commissioner Western Cape,
Recruitment Section, P/Bag X14, Goodwood, 7459 OR hand deliver at: Corner
of Peninsula Drive & Breede River Avenue, Monte Vista, 7406. Contact
persons: Ms. A Reddy 021 559 7920 / Ms. NC Sotyibi 021 558 0518/ Mr S.
Sikisazane Tel No: (021) 558 0108.
Applications for the above positions can also be submitted online at:
https://careers.dcs.gov.za/. Candidates must comply with the minimum
appointment requirements. CV’s should be aligned to reflect one’s degree of
compliance with the advert requirements and responsibilities. The Department
of Correctional Services reserves the right not to fill any of these advertised
posts.

CLOSING DATE : 03 August 2026 @ 15:45. It is the sole responsibility of an applicant to ensure
that their application reaches DCS before the closing date.

NOTE : All costs associated with an application will be borne by the applicant. Please
take note that correspondence will only be conducted with the shortlisted
candidates. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months of the
closing date of the advertisement, please accept that your application is
unsuccessful. Please do not call the department to enquire about the progress
of your application. Applicants must note that further checks will be conducted
once they are shortlisted and that their appointment is subject to positive
outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, security vetting,
qualification verification and criminal records verification. Appointment will be
provisional, pending the issue of a security clearance. If you cannot get a
security clearance, your appointment will be re-considered/possibly
terminated. Fingerprints may be taken on the day of the interview. The Z83
application form must be completed in full. Only a detailed CV should be
attached to your application form. Only shortlisted candidates will be required
to submit certified copies not older than 6 months of qualifications and other
related documents on or before the day of the interview. Please submit a
complete application for the post you apply for and attach your supporting
document on a pdf format, stating the correct reference for the position you are
interested in. Requirement for valid driver’s licence is not applicable to
applicants with a disability. All shortlisted candidates 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
will be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. All appointments are subject
to personnel suitability checks and will be made in accordance with applicable
legislation, policies and fair recruitment practices.

POST 25/13 : PROFESSIONAL NURSE GRADE 1 (GENERAL NURSING) (PN-A2) REF NO: EC 2026/07/02 (X2 POSTS)

(12 Months Contract)
SALARY : R337 359 per annum, (plus 37% in lieu of benefits)
CENTRE : Eastern Cape region: Sada Management Area: Burgersdorp Correctional
Centre

REQUIREMENTS : Recognized Degree/National Diploma in Nursing or equivalent qualification
that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council as a
Professional Nurse. Current registration with the South African Nursing Council
(SANC). Computer literate. Valid driver’s licence. Competencies and Attributes:
Knowledge of nursing care process and procedures, nursing statutes and other
relevant legal frameworks, including grievance procedure and disciplinary code
and procedure, communication, report-writing, liaison, coordination, facilitation,
problem-solving, planning and organising skills.

DUTIES : Render comprehensive nursing care to patients through the assessment,
planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing interventions in
accordance with prescribed nursing care plans, clinical protocols and
professional standards. Provide nursing services in compliance with applicable
healthcare legislation, departmental policies, and ethical guidelines. Maintain
accurate patient records and ensure the confidentiality of patient information.
Participate in the implementation of quality assurance, infection prevention and
control measures to promote safe and effective healthcare services. Utilise
allocated human, material and medical resources efficiently and responsibly.
Promote patient advocacy by responding to patients’ health needs, rights and
expectations in line with Batho Pele principles. Provide health education and
counselling to patients, families, communities and collaborate effectively with
members of the multidisciplinary healthcare team to ensure integrated and
patient-centred care. Participate in continuous professional development
activities to maintain and enhance professional knowledge and skills. Manage
human resources, finances and assets. Manage performance information.

ENQUIRIES : Eastern Cape Region: Ms Myataza Z Tel No: (043) 706 7866/Ms Mgugudo N
Tel No: (043) 706 7882.
NOTE : Appointment under the Public Service Act.

POST 25/12 : EDUCATIONIST (M+4): TOURISM AND MATHEMATICS LITERACY REF NO: EC 2026/07/06

(12 Months Contract)
SALARY : R375 270 per annum, (plus 37% in lieu of benefits)
CENTRE : Eastern Cape region: Sada Management Area: Burgersdorp Correctional
Centre

REQUIREMENTS : Recognized four (4) year Degree or equivalent qualification in Education
Specialising in Tourism and Mathematics Literacy. Registration with the South
African Council of Educators. Computer literate. Valid driver’s licence.
Competencies and Attributes: Plan, organise, lead and control, client
orientation and communication, policy implementation, report writing, diversity
management, training and development, service delivery innovation and
creativity, project management, conflict management, facilitation management
integrity and honesty, knowledge and understanding of public service
management framework, influence and impact, presentation skills, conceptual
skills and conflict management skills.

DUTIES : Facilitate and deliver tourism and maths literacy education programmes to
offenders in support of their academic development, skills acquisition,
rehabilitation and successful reintegration into society. Implement and apply
departmental education policies, procedures and curriculum requirements
within correctional facilities. Present tourism learning programmes in
accordance with approved educational standards and curriculum frameworks.
Promote an understanding of the tourism industry, customer service,
entrepreneurship, cultural diversity and sustainable tourism practices. Assess
progress through appropriate evaluation methods, monitor academic
performance and maintain accurate records. Ensure adherence to established
education and training service standards and contribute to the creation of a
conducive learning environment that supports effective teaching, learning and
personal development among offenders. Manage human resources, finances
and assets. Manage performance information.

ENQUIRIES : Eastern Cape Region: Ms Myataza Z Tel No: (043) 706 7866/Ms Mgugudo N
Tel No: (043) 706 7882.
NOTE : Appointment under the Correctional Services Act.

POST 25/11 : EDUCATIONIST (M+4): HISTORY AND LIFE ORIENTATION REF NO: EC 2026/07/05

(12 Months Contract)
SALARY : R375 270 per annum, (plus 37% in lieu of benefits)
CENTRE : Eastern Cape region: Sada Management Area: Burgersdorp Correctional
Centre

REQUIREMENTS : Recognized four (4) year Degree or equivalent qualification in Education
Specialising in History and Life Orientation. Registration with the South African
Council of Educators. Computer literate. Valid driver’s licence. Competencies
And Attributes: Plan, organise, lead and control, client orientation and
communication, policy implementation, report writing, diversity management,
training and development, service delivery innovation and creativity, project
management, conflict management, facilitation management integrity and
honesty, knowledge and understanding of public service management
framework, influence and impact, presentation skills, conceptual skills and
conflict management skills.

DUTIES : Facilitate and deliver history and life orientation education programmes to
offenders in support of their academic development, rehabilitation and
successful reintegration into society. Implement and apply departmental
education policies, procedures and curriculum requirements within correctional
facilities. Present history lessons in accordance with approved educational
standards and curriculum frameworks. Promote critical thinking, historical
inquiry and an understanding of historical events and their impact on society.
Assess progress through appropriate evaluation methods, monitor academic
performance and maintain accurate records. Ensure adherence to established
education and training service standards and contribute to the creation of a
conducive learning environment that supports effective teaching, learning and
personal development among offenders. Manage human resources, finances
and assets. Manage performance information.

ENQUIRIES : Eastern Cape Region: Ms Myataza Z Tel No: (043) 706 7866/Ms Mgugudo N
Tel No: (043) 706 7882.
NOTE : Appointment under the Correctional Services Act.

POST 25/10 : EDUCATIONIST (M+4): APPLIED AGRICULTURE & AGRICULTURAL TECHNOLOGY AND ISIXHOSA REF NO: EC 2026/07/04

(12 Months Contract)
SALARY : R375 270 per annum, (plus 37% in lieu of benefits)
CENTRE : Eastern Cape region: Sada Management Area: Burgersdorp Correctional
Centre

REQUIREMENTS : Recognised four (4) year Degree or equivalent qualification in Education,
Specialising in Applied Agriculture & Agricultural Technology and IsiXhosa.
Registration with the South African Council of Educators. Computer literate.
Valid driver’s licence. Competencies and Attributes: Plan, organise, lead and
control, client orientation and communication, policy implementation, report
writing, diversity management, training and development, service delivery
innovation and creativity, project management, conflict management,
facilitation management, integrity and honesty, knowledge and understanding
of public service management framework, influence and impact, presentation
skills, conceptual skills and conflict management skills.

DUTIES : Facilitate and deliver applied agriculture and agricultural technology and
IsiXhosa education programmes to offenders in support of skills development,
rehabilitation and successful reintegration into society. Implement and apply
departmental education policies, procedures and curriculum requirements
within correctional facilities. Present learning programmes in accordance with
approved educational standards and curriculum frameworks. Provide learners
with theoretical knowledge and practical skills in agriculture and agricultural
technology, promoting sustainable agricultural practices and vocational
competence. Assess progress through appropriate evaluation methods,
monitor academic performance and maintain accurate records. Ensure
compliance with established education and training service standards and
contribute to the creation of a conducive learning environment that supports
effective teaching, learning and personal development among offenders.

ENQUIRIES : Eastern Cape Region: Ms Myataza Z Tel No: (043) 706 7866/Ms Mgugudo N
Tel No: (043) 706 7882.
NOTE : Appointment under the Correctional Services Act

POST 25/09 : EDUCATIONIST (M+4): ENGLISH AND MATHEMATICS LITERACY REF NO: EC 2026/07/03

(12 Months Contract)
SALARY : R375 270 per annum, (plus 37% in lieu of benefits)
CENTRE : Eastern Cape region: Sada Management Area: Burgersdorp Correctional
Centre

REQUIREMENTS : Recognised four (4) year Degree or equivalent qualification in Education,
Specialising in English and Mathematics Literacy. Registration with the South
African Council of Educators. Computer literate. Valid driver’s licence.
Competencies and Attributes: Plan, organise, lead and control, client
orientation and communication, policy implementation, report writing, diversity
management, training and development, service delivery innovation and
creativity, project management, conflict management, facilitation management,
integrity and honesty, knowledge and understanding of public service
management framework, influence and impact, presentation skills, conceptual
skills and conflict management skills.

DUTIES : Facilitate and deliver mathematics and English education programmes to
offenders in support of their academic development, rehabilitation and
successful reintegration into society. Implement and apply departmental
education policies, procedures and curriculum requirements within correctional
facilities. Present mathematics lessons in accordance with approved
educational standards and curriculum frameworks. Assess progress through
appropriate evaluation methods, monitor academic performance and maintain
accurate records. Promote numeracy, problem-solving and analytical skills
while ensuring adherence to established education and training service
standards. Contribute to the creation of a conducive learning environment that
supports effective teaching and learning and encourages lifelong learning and
personal development among offenders. Manage human resources, finances
and assets. Manage performance information.

ENQUIRIES : Eastern Cape Region: Ms Myataza Z Tel No: (043) 706 7866/Ms Mgugudo N
Tel No: (043) 706 7882.
NOTE : Appointment under the Correctional Services Act

POST 25/08 : CLINICAL NURSE PRACTITIONER GRADE 1: PN-B1 (PRIMARY HEALTH CARE) REF NO: EC 2026/07/01 (X2 POSTS

(12 Months Contract)
SALARY : R495 423 per annum, (plus 37% in lieu of benefits)
CENTRE : Eastern Cape region: Sada Management Area: Burgersdorp Correctional
Centre

REQUIREMENTS : Degree/National Diploma with four years relevant nursing experience after
registration as a professional nurse with the South African Nursing Council and
post basic qualification in Primary Health Care accredited with the Council.
Post basic qualification with a duration of at least 1 year in Curative Skills in
Primary Health Care accredited with the SANC. Current registration with the
council as a professional Nurse. Computer literate. Valid driver’s licence.
Competencies And Attributes: Knowledge of nursing care processes and
procedures, nursing statutes, and other relevant legal frameworks such as:
Nursing, Health, Occupational and Safety Act. Knowledge of Offender Rights
Charter and Batho-Pele principles. Sound knowledge of the health
programmes run at the PHC level. Ability to relieve in different service areas.
Co-ordination, planning team building, supervisory, good communication and
problem-solving skills. Knowledge of all applicable legislation guidelines and
policies related to nursing principles. Good interpersonal relationship and
listening skills. Empathy, tactfulness, integrity and honesty. Report writing
skills. Adaptability and conflict management. Ability to coordinate and
collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.

DUTIES : Provide quality comprehensive Primary Health care services through
promoting preventative, curative and rehabilitative services for offenders.
Perform clinical nursing practice in accordance with the scope of practice and
nursing standards for primary health care. Conduct routine examination of
offenders and treatment of minor ailments according to scope of practice.
Render administrative services such as providing accurate statistics for
evaluation and future planning. Identifying needs for financial planning and
indirect control of expenditure as an integral part of planning and organising,
including ordering and control of medicine and medical stock. Develop and
ensure implementation of nursing care plans. Updating of offender’s records
and participate in clinical records audits. Provide safe and therapeutic
environment as laid down by the Nursing, Occupational Health and Safety Act
and all other applicable prescripts. Manage human resources, finances and
assets. Manage performance information.

ENQUIRIES : Eastern Cape Region: Ms Myataza Z Tel No: (043) 706 7866/Ms Mgugudo N
Tel No: (043) 706 7882.
NOTE : Appointment under the Public Service Act.

POST 25/07 : MEDICAL OFFICER GRADE 1 – 3

(12 Months Contract)
SALARY : Grade 1: R1 041 402 per annum, all-inclusive package
Grade 2: R1 188 255 per annum, all-inclusive package
Grade 3: R1 375 245 per annum, all-inclusive package

CENTRE : Goodwood/Pollsmoor Ref No: WC 2026/07/12
Drakenstein/Allandale Ref No: WC 2026/07/13
West Coast/Voorberg Ref No: WC 2026/07/14
Southern Cape Ref No: WC 2026/07/15 (X2 Posts)
Overberg Ref No: WC 2026/07/16
Breede River Ref No: WC 2026/07/17

REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions
Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a medical officer. Current registration with
the HPCSA as a medical practitioner. Basic medical degree (MBBCH or
equivalent). Grade 1: No experience required. Grade 2: A minimum of 5 years
appropriate experience as Medical Officer after registration with the HPCSA as
a Medical Practitioner. Grade 3: A minimum of 10 years appropriate experience
as Medical Officer after registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Practitioner.
Computer literate. Valid driver’s licence. Competencies And Attributes:
Excellent clinical skills, history taking, examination, clinical assessment and
management procedures. Good professional attitude, communication skills
and ethics in relation to patients/relevant stakeholders. Knowledge of public
health legislation. Financial management. Project and programme
management, transformation management, change management and
stakeholder management skills. Problem solving and analysis, service delivery
innovation, decision making, people management and empowerment and
evaluation skills. Integrity and honesty. Teamwork ability. Confidentiality and
good interpersonal relations. Assertiveness and ability to network. Good
understanding of the public service policy and legislative framework.

DUTIES : Facilitate and support the provision of medical health care services within the
correctional facilities. Render basic medical health care services to inmates.
Improve clinical quality of primary health care services through direct patient
care, mentoring and supervision of health care professionals through an
integrated approach programme. Render medico-legal services. Attendance of
relevant administrative and clinical meetings. Improve the quality of medical
care by providing appropriate clinical care services and maintain good medical
practice. Implement and monitor adherence to national standards. Implement
and monitor compliance with Standard Treatment Guidelines and Essential
Medicine List as per Essential Drug Programme: South Africa. Facilitate and
coordinate medical emergency preparedness and life support services.
Provide emergency medical care, including after hours. Refer patients to
authorised and recognised health care providers. Liaise with internal and
external counterparts regarding healthcare delivery. Management of
performance information, human resources, finance and assets.

ENQUIRIES : Western Cape Region: Ms. A Reddy Tel No: (021) 559 7920 / Ms. NC Sotyibi
Tel No: (021) 558 0518/ Mr S. Sikisazane Tel No: (021) 558 0108.
NOTE : Appointment under the Public Service Act.

We wish you all the best with your applications