JUDICIAL INSPECTORATE FOR CORRECTIONAL SERVICES (JICS) VACANCIES

NOTE : All attachments for online application must include an application form Z83 and CV only, in PDF and as one (1) document or attachment and saved with surname and initials. JPEG (picture/snapshot) applications will not be accepted. Failure to do so will result in your application being disqualified. Applications quoting the relevant reference number must be submitted on the new form Z83, obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.gov.za/documents. Received applications using the incorrect application for employment (old Z83) will not be considered. Each post(s) advert must be accompanied by its own application form for employment and must be fully completed, initialled and signed by the applicant as instructed below. Failure to fully complete, initial and sign the Z83 form will lead to disqualification of the application during the selection process. All applications must reach the Judicial Inspectorate for Correctional Services (JICS) on/or before the closing date and time. JICS cannot be held responsible for server delays. Applications submitted in any other way other than the published link or hand delivery will be treated as invalid. All fields of Section A, B, C and D of the Z83 must be completed in full. Section E, F, G (Due to the limited space on the Z83, it is acceptable for applicants to indicate “refer to CV” or “see attached”. However, the question related to conditions that prevent re-appointment under Part “F” must be answered and the declaration signed. Only an updated comprehensive CV (with detailed previous experience if any) and a completed and signed new Z83 application form is required. Posts of Independent Correctional Centre Visitors (ICCV) also requires a recommendation/nomination as an ICCV by a community organization (not older than six (6) months) and must be attached to your application. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other related documents on or before the day of the interview following the communication from Human Resources and such qualification(s) and other related document(s) will be in line with the requirements of the advert. Non-RSA Citizens/Permanent Resident Permit holders in possession of foreign qualifications must be accompanied by an evaluation report issued by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA) (only when shortlisted). Applicants who do not comply with the abovementioned instructions/requirements, as well as applications received late will not be considered. Failure to submit all the requested documents will result in the application not being considered. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. All shortlisted candidates shall undertake a pre-entry practical exercise as part of the assessment method to determine the candidate’s suitability based on the posts’ technical and generic requirements. Suitable candidates will be subjected to a personnel suitability check (criminal record, citizenship, credit record checks, qualification verification and employment verification). Please note by responding to the advertisement, you consent to the collection, processing, and storing of your Personal Information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). Your information will be used for the sole purpose of this application and will not be shared with third parties without prior consent unless required by law. Due to the large number of responses anticipated, correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If you have not been contacted within three months of the closing date of the advertisement, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful. The JICS reserves the right not to make any appointment(s) to the below advertised post(s). The successful candidate will be required to enter into an employment contract and a performance agreement. All costs associated with an application will be borne by the applicant. The appointment will be made according to the Public Service Act of 1994.JICS is committed to the achievement and maintenance of diversity and equity employment, preference will be giving to Whites, Indian Females, African Males, Coloured Males, and people living with disabilities.

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INDEPENDENT CORRECTIONAL CENTRE VISITOR (LEVEL 5 - 3/8TH) 
(36-month contract appointment) (Posts to be filled from 1 March/1 April 2026) 
This is a re-advertisement and applicants are encouraged to re-apply 
SALARY : R85 620 per annum, plus 37% in lieu of benefits. 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Applicants must be in possession of a Grade 12/Senior Certificate. Computer literate and accurate. A recommendation of nomination as an ICCV by a community organization (not older than six (6) months). Ability to work independently and as a team. Public spirited and sound knowledge of the Batho Pele principles. Assertiveness and ability to work under pressure. Ability to communicate (verbally and in writing). Driver’s license will be an added advantage. Preference will be given to qualifying applications received from individuals residing in communities which are in the vicinity of the correctional centre where the post needs to be filled. 
 
DUTIES : The incumbent will be responsible to conduct site visits and report on urgent matters. To conduct regular interviews and consultations with inmates and DCS officials regarding complaints and mandatory matters. Receiving and capturing all complaints/requests on the database. Opening and maintenance of case files. Make follow-ups on outstanding complaints. Submission of monthly reports. Provide statistical analysis of all complaints received. Attend to enquiries. Carry out all reasonable instructions by the supervisor/ Regional Manager. 
 
CENTRE : Northern Management Region Correctional Centres: 
Atteridgeville Ref No: 204/2025 
Bethal Ref No: 205/2025 
Kgosi Mampuru C-Max Ref No: 206/2025 
Kgosi Mampuru Maximum Ref No: 207/2025 
Kutama Sinthimule Ref No: 208/2025 
Potchefstroom Ref No: 209/2025 
Tzaneen Ref No: 210/2025 
Wolmaransstad Ref No: 211/2025 
Zeerust Ref No: 212/2025 
Barberton Maximum Ref No: 213/2025 
Boksburg Ref No: 214/2025 
Emthonjeni Ref No: 215/2025 
Johannesburg (Medium C) Ref No: 216/2025 
Modderbee Ref No: 217/2025 (X2 Posts) 
Nigel Ref No: 218/2025 
Leeuwkop Maximum Ref No: 219/2025 
Losperfontein Ref No: 220/2025 
Middelburg Ref No: 221/2025 
Witbank Ref No: 222/2025 
 
Central Management Region Correctional Centres: 
Bethlehem Ref No: 223/2025 
Brandfort Ref No: 224/2025 
De Aar Ref No: 225/2025 
Edenburg Ref No: 226/2025 
Frankfort Ref No: 227/2025 
Goedemoed (Medium A) Ref No: 228/2025 
Groenpunt Maximum (Ref No 229/2025 (X2 Posts) 
Groenpunt Juvenile Ref No: 230/2025 
Hoopstad Ref No: 231/2025 
Mangaung Ref No: 232/2025 (X2 Posts) 
Springbok Ref No: 233/2025 
Vereeniging Ref No: 234/2025 
 
KwaZulu Natal Management Region Correctional Centres: 
Sevontein Ref No: 235/2025 
Stanger Ref No: 236/2025 
Durban (Medium A) Ref No: 237/2025 
Durban (Medium B) Ref No: 238/2025 
Umzinto Ref No: 239/2025 
Eshowe Ref No: 240/2025 
Estcourt Ref No: 241/2025 
Ncome Maximum Ref No: 242/2025 
Kokstad (Medium) Ref No: 243/2025 
Ebongweni (Super Max) Ref No: 244/2025 (X2 Posts) 
 
Eastern Cape Management Region Correctional Centres: 
Port Elizabeth Ref No: 245/2025 
King Williams Town Ref No: 246/2025 
Middledrift Ref No: 247/2025 
Queenstown Ref No: 248/2025 
East London (Medium B Ref No: 249/2025 
Idutywa Ref No: 250/2025 
 
Western Cape Management Region Correctional Centres: 
Drakenstein (Medium A) Ref No: 251/2025 
Hawequa Ref No: 252/2025 
Beaufort West Ref No: 253/2025 
 
ENQUIRIES : Central Management Region: Ms Y Mdlalose Tel No: (051) 4301954 
Kwa-Zulu Natal Management Region: Mr. S Sibanyoni Tel No: (031) 366 1900 
Northern Management Region: Ms G Thabethe Tel No: (012) 663 7521 
Western Cape Management Region: Mr S Sani Tel No: (021) 421 1012 
Eastern Cape Management Region: Ms N Sifesane Tel No: (043) 722 2729 
 
APPLICATIONS : Northern Management Region Correctional Centres: 
Applications to be submitted through the links mentioned above or hand delivered to Block C 3, Eco Origins Office Park, Witch-hazel Street, Centurion, 0046 
Atteridgeville: https://forms.gle/X1Xsbe3VCpgF9zeA9
Bethal: https://forms.gle/g5KhQEhXzrj5Vr7f9
Kgosi Mampuru C-Max: https://forms.gle/e11nrvzWzCtsQ4cx9
Kgosi Mampuru Maximum: https://forms.gle/qHv4prgT35GE9XSo7
Kutama Sinthimule: https://forms.gle/LG8A8PVzzWVG3CRu8
Potchefstroom: https://forms.gle/boa2NehSo4e6mUkZ8
Tzaneen: https://forms.gle/TjaC56U7C5PGP15X8
Wolmaransstad: https://forms.gle/F7X9H6ssj2vD7VR7A
Zeerust: https://forms.gle/pf32s684hrMti5bx5
Barberton Maximum: https://forms.gle/ebJ4V6aCU89aivn89
Boksburg: https://forms.gle/josVaQkKrwZKweZe9
Emthonjeni: https://forms.gle/GjXa2vyqmuJrXWDLA
Johannesburg: (Medium C) https://forms.gle/ThpALhk44eCW5gv3A
Modderbee: https://forms.gle/x9wo2Heg2pt7PPjRA
Nigel https://forms.gle/pzmC3ojv5VWM6xmy9
Leeuwkop Maximum https://forms.gle/agFzoLAs6GcHQ8sN9
Losperfontein https://forms.gle/82N1LxzowrVu8avp9
Middelburg https://forms.gle/rhXFcFAAZxsHXLbQ8
Witbank https://forms.gle/AaB13D5LP2fUj8uC8
 
Central Management Region Correctional Centres: 
Applications to be submitted through the links mentioned above or hand delivered to Fedsure House, 3rd Floor 62 St Andrews Street, Bloemfontein 9300 
Bethlehem: https://forms.gle/Yo7GbMA8oXfRHoqr8
Brandfort: https://forms.gle/Cqaywm5QgUqH3M4s6
De Aar: https://forms.gle/RSXL1hD3eT3FyT4UA
Edenburg: https://forms.gle/mLVxHTcX8dATFSA18
Frankfort: https://forms.gle/3q4e4UKzvMdL7zxGA
Goedemoed (Medium A): https://forms.gle/6RkVDsoh8YBsSQHb9
Groenpunt Maximum: https://forms.gle/DjTfmoRpJxn9UurR8 (X2 Posts) 
Groenpunt Juvenile: https://forms.gle/pEN8VyjAUa4CeV38A
Hoopstad: https://forms.gle/TWEqzmKmjEuYxbw38
Mangaung: https://forms.gle/K7qt7ueJwoBVNYw97 (X2 Posts) 
Springbok: https://forms.gle/qZc2jPpXuxhNVW2X9
Vereeniging: https://forms.gle/BjQgAyJq8PxjEsfU7
 
KwaZulu Natal Management Region Correctional Centres: 
Applications to be submitted through the links mentioned above or hand delivered to Aqua Sky Building, 275 Anton Lembede Street, 8th Floor, Durban 4001 
Sevontein https://forms.gle/3TSu9HkYBgG9358M7
Stanger https://forms.gle/bSR8M6MkzC9duoQw5
Durban (Medium A): https://forms.gle/Ko9e9PwZNXfTqT4T7
Durban (Medium B): https://forms.gle/BMqmzubRAAsjj6pz9
Umzinto: https://forms.gle/HRiJBddqxeANC12k7
Eshowe: https://forms.gle/gbrwAiUnVusC9ZYX6
Estcourt https://forms.gle/dHtdMaefS2GruJ7j8
Ncome Maximum https://forms.gle/Pp5YhuNB8ssrQZR78
Kokstad (Medium) https://forms.gle/CyM2dtcfXs5S3e1F6
Ebongweni (Super Max) https://forms.gle/jknkohc7HYQMnxdH7 (X2 Posts) 
 
Eastern Cape Management Region Correctional Centres: 
Applications to be submitted through the links mentioned above or hand delivered to East London Magistrates Court, 3rd floor, room 407, Buffalo Street, East London, 5200 
Port Elizabeth: https://forms.gle/9aCKcpGSyFYVtNDz8
King Williams Town https://forms.gle/cmpxzwkrDjnLph2B7
Middledrift https://forms.gle/YPz6vtqE6zyMkvyWA
Queenstown https://forms.gle/jY1Ay8ChnpJkb9BX6
East London (Medium B) https://forms.gle/PFiWNp27uuGLoSV5A
Idutywa https://forms.gle/wEJd8gk52HogERxF8
 
Western Cape Management Region Correctional Centres: 
Applications to be submitted through the links mentioned above or hand delivered to Standard Bank Building, No. 1 Thibault Square, 9th Floor, Cnr Long Street & Hans Strijdom Avenue, Cape Town, 8001 
Drakenstein (Medium A) https://forms.gle/2pn4vC7qGDbg4XDV6
Hawequa: https://forms.gle/Zr2yimAN4dT2UjzB8
Beaufort West: https://forms.gle/qoun5n16kaDnPnJZ9