Assistant Director: Presentations [ncb3]

About the role

The Department of Correctional Services is hiring an Assistant Director: Presentations [ncb3] in Pre-Release Resettlement, based in National Head Office Directorate Pre-Release. 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 2026/11/11 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 and review of policy and procedures on representation and victim involvement in the Correctional Supervision and Parole Board (CSPBs).
• Undertake research into best practices.
• Administration of ordinary and ministerial representations.
• Receiving of representations from various interested parties.
• Operationalisation of victim involvement policies.
• Draft implementation plans.
• Management of media and parliamentary questions.
• Receive media questions from various media houses.
• Management of performance information, finances, human resources and assets.

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.
• Computer literate.
• Valid driver’s licence.
• Competencies And Attributes:
• Knowledge of the Correctional Services Act, Act 111 of 1998, as amended
• Knowledge of the relevant Sections of the Criminal Procedure Act 51/1977
• Assertiveness, Networking/liaison with internal and external stakeholders
• Report writing, Negotiation, Facilitation, Presentation, Project Management, research, communication, listening, stakeholder management, problem solving skills, analytical skills and decision-making skills.
• People Management and Empowerment, Integrity and honesty, Confidentiality, Good Interpersonal relations.