Assistant Director: Monitoring and Evaluation [ncb3]

About the role

The Department of Correctional Services is hiring an Assistant Director: Monitoring and Evaluation [ncb3] in Community Liaison, 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 2026/11/13 Closing date: 09 November 2026 @ 15H45. Use the new Z83 form and attach a detailed CV. Note: Appointment under the Correctional Services Act.

Responsibilities

• Develop national policies and procedures in terms of community liaison.
• Monitor and evaluate policy implementation.
• Design the monitoring tool.
• Manage and co-ordinate the activities of community involvement.
• Liaise with relevant external service providers involved in rendering community involvement services.
• 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’ experience gained in a supervisory post (NCB 2).
• Successful completion of Corrections Science Learnership/Basic Training.
• Computer literate.
• Valid driver’s licence.
• Competencies And Attributes:
• Knowledge of the Public Service Act, regulations, policies and procedures
• Analytical, problem solving, report writing, negotiation, listening, communication, research, facilitation and presentation skills
• Networking/liaison with internal and external stakeholders
• Project management
• Monitoring and evaluation skills, financial management, interpersonal relations and the ability to initiate change