Independent Correctional Centre Visitor (LEVEL 5 - 3/8TH)

What you will need

• Applicants must be in possession of a Grade 12/Senior Certificate.
• Computer literate and accurate.
• A recommendation or nomination as an ICCV by a community organisation (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 licence 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.

Key responsibilities

• The incumbent will be responsible for conducting site visits and reporting 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.

Additional details

• Grade: Provincial

How to apply

Please submit your application before the closing date as late applications will not be considered. Do not submit duplicate

• Enquiries: Carry out all reasonable instructions by the supervisor/ Regional Manager.

Please note

• To apply, submit a completed Z83 form, and detailed Curriculum Vitae (PDF document to a maximum of 10 megabytes) via e-mail or hand delivery.
• The Department will not be held responsible for server delays.
• Late applications due to technical issues will not be considered.
• Shortlisted candidates must provide certified copies of required documents (Identity Document, qualifications, etc) where necessary and service certificates to support senior management experience to Human Resources before the interviews, including South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) evaluation reports for foreign qualifications.
• Failure to comply will result in disqualification.
• All shortlisted candidate, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments, one will be a practical exercise to determine a candidates suitability based on the posts technical and generic requirements and the other must be integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.
• Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process.
• To be appointed at Senior Management Service (SMS) level, you must complete the SMS Pre- entry programme offered by the National School of Government (NSG).
• Find course details here: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry- programme/ appointment is subject to successful completion of the Nyukela Programme: Pre-entry Certificate to SMS and submission of proof.
• All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview.
• Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity NB:
• that false or fraudulent qualifications submitted by applicants will be reported to the South African Police Services (SAPS), and a criminal case shall be opened.