DPSA Circular vacancies
Department of Correctional Services

Deputy Director: Wellness Centre Management

Salary or stipendR932 292 per annum, (all-inclusive package)

The Department of Correctional Services is looking for a Deputy Director: Wellness Centre Management. This is a permanent role based in Gauteng.

National Head OfficeApplications close 6 November 2026

Source: DPSA Circular 38 of 2026Post 38/31, page 23

Reference number
HO 2026/11/38
Appointment
Permanent
Province
Gauteng
Closing date
6 November 2026
Centre
National Head Office
Directorate
Employee Wellness and OSH

Experience

An appropriate 3 years National Diploma/Degree in Bio-kinetics/ Sports Management or relevant qualification. 3-5 years supervisory experience at an Assistant Director level in Health and Wellness or related environment. Experience and knowledge in biokinetics, gymnasiums Sport will be an added advantage. Experience and knowledge with regard to wellness programmes.

Driver's licence

Valid driver’s licence.

Skills and competencies

  • Competencies And Attributes: Understanding of Public Service policy and legislative framework.
  • Excellent statistical analysis skills with training in SPSS or similar model.

Key responsibilities

  • Design and implement physical wellness policies and procedures to improve the overall health and wellbeing of DCS employees.
  • Manage and ensure the establishment of departmental gymnasiums/ wellness centres and maintenance thereof.
  • Manage and oversee all wellness programmes, physical health assessments, exercise and Nutritional programmes.
  • Conduct statistical analysis of physical health assessment data, interprets the quantitative data and compile physical health reports.
  • Manage performance information.
  • Management of human resources, finance 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 Public Service Act.

Applications for this vacancy have closed.

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