Department of Correctional Services
An undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) in Human Resource Management or relevant qualification. A certificate for entry into the Senior Management Services (SMS) obtained from the National School of Government (NSG) is compulsory. [5] Years’ of experience at a middle/senior managerial level. Security Clearance.
Computer literacy. Valid driver’s licence. Required Knowledge: Understanding of the dynamics of the Justice Cluster, White Paper on Corrections in South Africa and White Paper on Remand Detainees.
Understanding of Public Service Policy and related legislative framework (Public Service Act and Regulations and Public Finance Management Act). CompetenciesAndAttributes: In-depth knowledge of HumanResource policies and procedures. Planning, organizing, negotiation, counselling, analytical and problem solving, communication and listening, time management, diversity management and conflict management skills.
Responsibilities: Coordinate and manage human resource administration services within the Management Area. Coordinate and manage the utilisation of human resources and employee development. Coordinate human resource support services. Facilitate legal processes. Coordinate employee relations. Communication and information management. Coordinate special programmes. Management of performance information. Management of human resources, finances and assets.
should be submitted online at https://careers.dcs.gov.za/. Emailed, post or hand delivered applications will not be considered.
National Head Office: Ms NS Khumalo Tel No: (012) 307 2174 or Ms TP Ngobeni Tel No: (012) 305 8589.
Appointment under the Correctional Services Act.
Before you apply: All costs associated with an application will be borne by the applicant. 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. 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.
All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One shall be a practical exercise, and the other shall be an Integrity (Ethical Conduct) Assessment. Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process.
Applications: Applications must be submitted on the Z83 form (Public Service application form) obtainable from any Public Service department and 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 send a complete application for the post you apply for 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.
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