Deputy Director: Parole Administration [ncb 4]

About the role

The Department of Correctional Services is hiring a Deputy Director: Parole Administration [ncb 4] in Pre-Release, based in National Head Office. This is a permanent post, paying R962,394 a year. How to apply: should be submitted online at https://careers.dcs.gov.za/. Emailed, post or hand delivered applications will not be considered. Reference number to quote: HO 2026/11/07 Closing date: 09 November 2026 @ 15H45. Use the new Z83 form and attach a detailed CV. Note: Appointment under the Correctional Services Act.

Responsibilities

• Management of the policy on Correctional Supervision and Parole Boards (CSPBs).
• Conduct research on best international standards or practices.
• Management of the submission of profile reports for offenders sentenced to life imprisonment.
• Conduct quality assurance on lifer profile reports.
• Administration of the Correctional Supervision and Parole Boards.
• Development of guidelines, circulars and directives.
• Management of performance information, finances, human resources and assets.

Requirements

• Relevant Degree/National Diploma (NQF level 6) in Behavioural Sciences.
• At least 7 years (combined) relevant experience on supervision and junior management production levels.
• Successful completion of Corrections Science Learnership/Basic Training.
• Computer literate.
• Valid driver’s licence.
• Competencies And Attributes: Firearm skills and the use of relevant security technology.
• Communication, project and programme management, transformation management, change management, stakeholder management, problem solving, analysis, service delivery innovation, decision making, people management and empowerment and in depth understanding of safety and security in a correctional environment.
• Integrity and honesty, confidentiality and good interpersonal relations.
• Knowledge of the Correctional Services Act, Act 111 of 1998, as amended.
• Assertiveness, ability to network, diplomacy and tactful, resilient, influence and impact.