DPSA Circular vacancies
Department of Correctional Services

Assistant Director: Presentations [NCB3]

Salary or stipendR526 935 per annum

The Department of Correctional Services is looking for a Assistant Director: Presentations [NCB3]. This is a permanent role based in Gauteng.

National Head Office:Applications close 6 November 2026

Source: DPSA Circular 38 of 2026Post 38/39, page 28

Reference number
HO 2026/11/11
Appointment
Permanent
Province
Gauteng
Closing date
6 November 2026
Centre
National Head Office:
Directorate
Pre-Release Resettlement

What you will need

  • Relevant Degree/National Diploma (NQF level 6) in Behavioural Sciences.
  • 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.

Experience

At least 5 years relevant experience gained in a supervisory post (NBC2).

Driver's licence

Valid driver’s licence.

Skills and competencies

  • Competencies And Attributes: Knowledge of the Correctional Services Act, Act 111 of 1998, as amended.
  • Report writing, Negotiation, Facilitation, Presentation, Project Management, research, communication, listening, stakeholder management, problem solving skills, analytical skills and decision-making skills.

Key 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.

Additional details

  • Grade: National

How to apply

  • Enquiries: National Head Office: Ms NS Khumalo
  • Telephone: (012) 307 2174, (012) 305 8589

Please note

  • Appointment under the Correctional Services Act.

Applications for this vacancy have closed.

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