Assistant Director: Remand Detention: Admission and Release [ncb3]

About the role

The Department of Correctional Services is hiring an Assistant Director: Remand Detention: Admission and Release [ncb3] in Remand Administration and Case Flow, based in National Head Office. This is a permanent post, paying R526,935 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 2026/11/10 Closing date: 09 November 2026 @ 15H45. Use the new Z83 form and attach a detailed CV. Note: Appointment under the Correctional Services Act.

Responsibilities

• Development, analysis and evaluation of remand detention policies and procedures.
• Participate in the policy and procedure formulation with regard to admission and releases of remand detainees.
• Assist with the development and monitoring tools to observe implemented policy and procedures on all remand detainees including special categories.
• Report on internal and external audits and ensure compliance or corrective actions.
• Monitor the implementation of bail protocol and relevant sections of Criminal Procedure Act 51 of 1977 and Correctional Services Act 111 of 1998 on remand detainees.
• Monitor the RD tool.
• Information analysis and writing.
• Monitor the implementation of the Child Justice Act 75 of 2008 and submission of reports to the intersectoral cluster on child justice.
• Manage the wearing of uniform of remand detainees.
• Management of human resource, finance and assets.
• Manage compliance with the department supply chain management policy within remand detention.

Requirements

• Relevant Degree/National Diploma (NQF level 6) in Behavioural Sciences.
• At least 5 years relevant experience gained in a supervisory post (NBC2).
• Successful completion of the Correctional Science Learnership or Basic Training.
• Experience in departmental management information system (MIS) will be added as advantage.
• Computer literate.
• Valid driver’s licence.
• Competencies And Attributes:
• Financial management
• Problem solving and decision making
• Facilitation skills
• Plan, organize, lead and control
• Project management and presentation skills
• Conflict management
• Training and development
• Communication
• Report writing
• Coaching and mentoring
• Understanding of Public Service policy and legislative framework
• Service delivery and client orientation
• Integrity and honesty
• Assertiveness
• Influence and impact