No. of Posts: x12
Fixed Terms: 36 Months (3 Years)
Remuneration: R85 620 per annum (3/8th, Level 05)
Additional: 37% in lieu of benefits
Best Before: 06 March 2026| 16:00 (Walk-in) & 20:00 (Online Applications)
Important: Online applications must include only:
- Z83 application form
- CV
- Combined as one PDF document, saved with surname and initials.
- JPEG/photo applications will not be accepted.
Centres and Reference Numbers
KwaZulu-Natal Management Region
- Melmoth Correctional Centre – Ref No: JI 06/2026
- Ekuseni Correctional Centre – Ref No: JI 07/2026
- Ncome Medium B Correctional Centre – Ref No: JI 08/2026
- Newcastle Correctional Centre – Ref No: JI 09/2026
Eastern Cape Management Region
- Regional Office – Ref No: JI 10/2026
Western Cape Management Region
- Brandvlei Medium Correctional Centre – Ref No: JI 11/2026
- George Correctional Centre – Ref No: JI 12/2026
- Oudtshoorn Correctional Centre – Ref No: JI 13/2026
- Pollsmoor Medium C Correctional Centre – Ref No: JI 14/2026
- Goodwood Correctional Centre – Ref No: JI 15/2026
Northern Management Region
- Regional Office: Centurion – Ref No: JI 16/2026
- Mogwase Correctional Centre – Ref No: JI 17/2026
- Johannesburg Medium B Correctional Centre – Ref No: JI 18/2026
Preference will be given to applicants residing near the correctional centre where the vacancy exists.
Minimum Requirements
- Possess a Grade 12 / Senior Certificate
- Be computer literate and accurate
- Attach a valid recommendation/nomination as an ICCV from a community organisation (not older than 6 months)
- Be able to work independently and within a team
- Have sound knowledge of Batho Pele principles
- Be assertive and able to work under pressure
- Have good verbal and written communication skills
- A valid driver’s licence will be an added advantage.
Key Responsibilities
- Visit correctional centres daily
- Engage with inmates and Department of Correctional Services (DCS) officials regarding complaints
- Monitor conditions of incarceration
- Report on deaths, segregation, use of force, and use of restraints
- Support JICS officials during inspections and investigations
- Capture inmate complaints and prepare detailed reports
- Perform administrative duties related to complaint management
- This role plays a crucial oversight function to ensure accountability, transparency, and protection of inmate rights within correctional facilities.
Enquiries
- KwaZulu-Natal: Ms D Mocumi – (031) 366 1900
- Eastern Cape: Ms N Sifesane – (043) 722 2729
- Western Cape: Mr S Sani – (021) 421 1012
- Northern Region: Ms G Thabethe – (012) 663 7521
How to apply:
Applications can be submitted online via region-specific Google Forms links or hand-delivered to the respective regional offices.
KwaZulu-Natal (Durban Office)
- Hand deliver to: Aqua Sky Building, 275 Anton Lembede Street, 8th Floor, Durban
Eastern Cape
- Hand deliver to: East London Magistrates Court, 3rd Floor, Room 407, Buffalo Street, East London
Western Cape
- Hand deliver to: Standard Bank Building, No. 1 Thibault Square, 9th Floor, Cape Town
Northern Region (Centurion)
- Hand deliver to: Block C3, Eco Origins Office Park, Witch-hazel Street, Centurion
Ensure your Z83 and CV are combined into one PDF document and clearly labelled.
Why This Opportunity Matters:
- The Independent Correctional Centre Visitor role strengthens oversight in correctional facilities and protects the constitutional rights of inmates. It is a meaningful opportunity for community-oriented individuals who are passionate about justice, transparency, and human rights.
- If you meet the requirements and reside near one of the listed centres, submit your application before 06 March 2026.
- JICS reserves the right not to fill these positions.
