Deputy Director: Administrative Support

About the role

The Department of Correctional Services is hiring a Deputy Director: Administrative Support, based in National Head Office. This is a permanent post, paying R932,292 a year. Re-advertisement Office of the National Commissioner 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 2026/11/33 Closing date: 09 November 2026 @ 15H45. Use the new Z83 form and attach a detailed CV. Note: Candidates who previously applied need to re-apply. Appointment under the Public Service Act.

Responsibilities

• The administration of conference centres.
• The preparation of meeting venues for meetings chaired by the Commissioner.
• The making of support arrangements for attendees of meetings chaired by the Commissioner.
• Coordinating and managing meetings, including preparation of agendas, taking minutes and following up on action items.
• The administration of documentation in the Office of the Commissioner.
• The preparation of incoming/outgoing mail.
• The filing of correspondence.
• The distribution of correspondence in the office of the Commissioner.
• The sending/receiving of faxes.
• The control of use of the photocopier.
• The control of use of shared equipment.
• The administration of consumer services to the Office of the Commissioner.
• Act as inventory controller for the Office of the Commissioner.
• Requisition of supplies.
• Deciding on the repair of equipment.
• Act as financial clerk for the office.
• Maintaining of budgetary information on estimates and expenditure.
• Processing of claims for members of the Office of the Commissioner.
• Ensure the payment of diverse accounts/invoices received at the Office of the Commissioner.
• The management of secretarial services in the Department.
• The provision of secretarial services to managers in the Department.
• The training and development of secretaries in the Department.
• The development of secretarial policies for the Department.
• Manage human resources, finance and assets.
• Management of performance information.

Requirements

• Recognised National Diploma/Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration/Management or relevant qualification.
• 3-5 years middle management experience in a similar environment.
• Computer literate.
• Valid drivers’ licence.
• Competencies And Attributes:
• Knowledge of constitutional values and principles and how they apply to public service delivery
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to work in a team and independently
• Political sensitivity and diplomacy
• Organizational, communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills
• Project management and leadership skills
• Confidentiality
• Integrity