JOBS AT JUDICIAL INSPECTORATE FOR CORRECTIONAL SERVICES

SUMMARY OF JOB POSTS LISTED

Judicial Inspectorate for Correctional Services (JICS) Vacancies 2026

The Judicial Inspectorate for Correctional Services (JICS) has announced a range of employment opportunities for the 2026 recruitment cycle. These positions are aimed at qualified South African citizens seeking to contribute to oversight, accountability, and the protection of human rights within the correctional services system.

JICS is an equal opportunity employer and, in line with its Employment Equity Plan, encourages applications from women and persons with disabilities.

Closing Date

06 March 2026

• Walk-in applications: by 16:00

• Online submissions: by 20:00

Late or incorrectly submitted applications will not be considered.

Available Positions

1. Director: Regional Coordination and Oversight (Ref: JI 01/2026)

• Salary: R1 266 714 per annum (Level 13, all-inclusive)

• Location: Centurion

• Requirements:

  • NQF Level 7 qualification in Public Management / Administration

  • Minimum 5 years’ experience at middle or senior management level

  • Nyukela Certificate (SMS requirement)

  • Valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel

• Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversee regional coordination frameworks

  • Manage Independent Correctional Centre Visitors (ICCVs)

  • Facilitate inmate complaints and stakeholder engagement

  • Monitor policy implementation and compliance

2. Deputy Director: Complaints and Mandatory Reporting (Ref: JI 02/2026)

• Salary: R896 436 per annum (Level 11)

• Location: Centurion

• Requirements:

  • LLB / B Proc or equivalent legal qualification (NQF 7)

  • Minimum 7 years’ legal experience (5 at managerial level)

  • Sound knowledge of constitutional and correctional law

• Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage inmate complaints and mandatory reporting

  • Draft legal policies, regulations, and contracts

  • Ensure legislative compliance and effective reporting systems

3. Regional Inspector & Investigations (Ref: JI 03/2026)

• Salary: R397 116 per annum (Level 08)

• Location: Bloemfontein (Central Management Region)

• Requirements:

  • Grade 12 and an NQF 6 qualification in Criminal Justice

  • 1–3 years’ investigative experience

  • Valid driver’s licence and multilingual communication skills

• Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct inspections and investigations

  • Compile investigation reports

  • Liaise with DCS officials and ICCVs

4. Administration Clerk (Ref: JI 04/2026)

• Salary: R228 321 per annum (Level 05)

• Location: East London

• Requirements:

  • Grade 12 certificate

  • Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, Outlook)

• Key Responsibilities:

  • Office administration and reception

  • Filing, correspondence, and petty cash administration

5. Administrative Clerk: Auxiliary Services (Ref: JI 05/2026)

• Salary: R228 321 per annum (Level 05)

• Location: East London

• Key Responsibilities:

  • Logistical and auxiliary office support

  • Asset management, meetings, and travel coordination

6. Independent Correctional Centre Visitor (ICCV) – 36-Month Contract

• Salary: R85 620 per annum + 37% in lieu of benefits

• Locations: KZN, Eastern Cape, Western Cape, Northern Region

• Requirements:

  • Grade 12 certificate

  • Community organisation nomination (not older than 6 months)

• Key Responsibilities:

  • Monitor inmate conditions

  • Handle complaints and report incidents

  • Support inspections and investigations

Application Procedure

• Apply online via official Google Forms or submit by hand delivery

• Submit one PDF document only, containing:

  • Completed new Z83 form

  • Updated CV

Incomplete applications or use of the old Z83 form will result in disqualification.

Selection Process

Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to assessments, integrity checks, and security verification.
If no response is received within three months after the closing date, the application should be regarded as unsuccessful.

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