Department of Correctional Services: New Career Opportunities Open for 2025

Home/Uncategorized/Department of Correctional Services: New Career Opportunities Open for 2025UncategorizedDepartment of Correctional Services: New Career Opportunities Open for 2025Monica1 day ago0 3 minutes readThe Department of Correctional Services (DCS) has officially opened multiple career opportunities for 2025, with positions available at the National Head Office and across various regional offices in South Africa. These vacancies are designed to enhance leadership capacity, improve service delivery, and promote effective correctional management throughout the country.Application InformationApplications must be submitted no later than 31 October 2025 at 15h45. Interested applicants are required to complete the official Z83 application form, obtainable from any Public Service Department. The form must be accompanied by a detailed CV. Only shortlisted candidates will later be required to submit certified copies of qualifications.Applications can be sent by post, hand-delivered, or emailed directly to the DCS National Office. Applicants are strongly encouraged to clearly indicate the reference number of the specific position they are applying for.For enquiries, contact Ms. N. Khumalo at (012) 305 8589 or (012) 307 2174.Key Vacancies AvailableDeputy Regional CommissionerSalary: R1 521 414 per annum (all-inclusive)Centres: Free State/Northern Cape & Western CapeRequirements: NQF Level 7 qualification in Public Administration or Behavioural Sciences, an SMS pre-entry certificate from the National School of Government (NSG), and 5 years of senior managerial experience.Duties: Provide leadership within the region, oversee IT, communications, inspections, and risk management, while ensuring effective offender management and representation.Deputy Director: Security Evaluation (NCB4)Salary: R925 380 per annum (all-inclusive)Centre: National Head OfficeRequirements: Degree/National Diploma in Behavioural Sciences, Corrections Science Learnership or Basic Training, plus 7 years’ supervisory or management experience.Duties: Develop and enforce national security standards, evaluate risks, investigate security breaches, and maintain security-related data.Deputy Director: Case Management (NCB4)Salary: R925 380 per annumCentre: National Head OfficeRequirements: Degree/National Diploma in Behavioural Sciences, Corrections Science Learnership, and 7 years’ management experience.Duties: Improve case administration systems, monitor rehabilitation progress, and oversee compliance and performance reporting.Deputy Director: Correctional Centres (NCB4)Salary: R925 380 per annumCentre: National Head OfficeRequirements: Relevant qualification and Corrections Science Learnership, with extensive management experience.Duties: Manage policies related to admission, detention, and release, and develop strategies to address overcrowding.Deputy Director: Academic SupportSalary: R896 436 per annumCentre: National Head OfficeRequirements: Degree/diploma in HRD or Education Training & Development, and 3–5 years’ junior management experience.Duties: Align training programmes with departmental standards, manage learning materials, conduct training needs analysis, and oversee induction programmes.Deputy Director: Performance Monitoring and ReportingSalary: R896 436 per annumCentre: National Head OfficeRequirements: Degree/diploma in Public or Business Administration, with 3–5 years’ relevant experience.Duties: Develop performance monitoring strategies, prepare quarterly and annual reports, and coordinate departmental audits.Assistant Manager Nursing: Maternal/Child & Youth HealthSalary: R755 355 per annumCentre: National Head OfficeRequirements: Nursing degree/diploma with post-basic qualification, and 8 years of experience (3 years at management level).Duties: Develop and manage health policies for women, children, youth, and inmates with disabilities or mental health conditions.Assistant Director: Monitoring Services (NCB3)Salary: R506 667 per annumCentre: National Head OfficeRequirements: Degree/diploma in Behavioural Sciences, Corrections Science Learnership, and 5 years’ supervisory experience.Duties: Develop monitoring systems for parolees and probationers, draft policies, and provide expert advice to parliament and regional offices.Senior Administration Officer: Administration TrainingSalary: R397 116 per annumCentre: National Head OfficeRequirements: Degree/diploma in HRM, with 3–5 years’ HRD experience.Duties: Manage procurement, record-keeping, HR administration, budgeting, and coordinate training support services.Administration Officer: Logistics & Stores (X2 Posts)Salary: R325 101 per annumCentre: Zonderwater Training CollegeRequirements: Degree/diploma in Logistics, Supply Chain, or Purchasing Management, and 2–3 years’ SCM experience.Duties: Administer supply chain policies, manage stock control, oversee asset registers, and maintain supplier databases using LOGIS systems.How to ApplyBy PostDepartment of Correctional ServicesAdvertisement SectionPrivate Bag X136Pretoria, 0001Hand Delivery124 WF Nkomo Street, Poyntons BuildingCorner WF Nkomo & Sophie De Bruyn StreetPretoria, 0001(Previously Corner Church & Schubart Street)By EmailNationalOffice@dcs.gov.zaApplicants must ensure the reference number of the position is clearly stated and submit all documents in PDF format.Correctional-Services-vacanciesDownloadConclusionThe Department of Correctional Services 2025 Vacancies offer diverse and meaningful roles for qualified South Africans seeking to contribute to national rehabilitation and correctional transformation efforts. These positions provide an opportunity to grow within the public service sector while supporting the department’s mission of safety, security, and social reintegration. Interested candidates should ensure their applications are submitted on time and meet all specified requirements.Closing Date: 31 October 2025TagsGrade 12 Learnership Programme SAYouthMonica1 day ago0 3 minutes readFacebook X LinkedIn Tumblr Pinterest Reddit VKontakte Share via Email PrintMonicaRelated ArticlesDepartment of Correctional Services: New Career Opportunities Open for 20252 days agoLeave a Reply Cancel replyYour email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *Comment *Name *Email *WebsiteSave my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment.Δ