Assistant Director: Design/Develop Profile Mechanism [ncb3]

About the role

The Department of Correctional Services is hiring an Assistant Director: Design/Develop Profile Mechanism [ncb3] in Risk Profile Management, 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 2026/11/12 Closing date: 09 November 2026 @ 15H45. Use the new Z83 form and attach a detailed CV. Note: Appointment under the Correctional Services Act.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate the development and maintenance of systems for offender profiling mechanisms.
• Develop and maintain mechanisms to establish and profile crime categories.
• Conduct profiling and research.
• Coordinate and facilitate the development and implementation of policies in line with applicable legislation and regulatory requirements.
• Management of performance information.
• Manage human resources, finance 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 and analytical skills.
• Decision making, people management and empowerment, integrity and honesty, confidentiality and good interpersonal relations.