SALARY : R925 380 per annum, (all-inclusive package)
CENTRE : KwaZulu Natal Region: Regional Office
REQUIREMENTS : Relevant Degree or National Diploma in Behavioural Sciences and successful completion of Corrections Science learnership/Basic Training. At least seven (7) years combined relevant experience on supervision and junior management production levels. Computer literate. Valid driver’s licence. Competencies and Attributes: Firearm skills and the use of relevant security technology. Communication, project and programme management, transformation management, change management, stakeholder management, problem solving, analysis, service delivery innovation, decision making, people management and empowerment. In depth understanding of safety and security
in a correctional environment. Integrity and honesty, confidentiality, good interpersonal relations. Knowledge of the Correctional Services Act, Act 111 of 1998, as amended. Assertiveness, ability to network, diplomacy and tact, resilience, influence and impact.
DUTIES : Manage the rendering of correctional services in the region. Conduct research into possible improvements in correctional services. Set standards for corrections. Monitor performance in corrections and develop strategies to improve performance where necessary. Undertake research on the results
achieved. Represent the Department at regional forums. Engage in negotiations with relevant role players. Promote the marketing of correctional services rendered in the region. Obtain external expertise when required to enhance service delivery. Conduct short, medium and long-term planning. Provide advice on corrections. Ensure adherence to strategic and security objectives of the Department. Identify infrastructure requirements necessary for effective correctional service delivery. Implement and monitor correctional policies and procedures. Coordinate the collation and dissemination of correctional information. Coordinate activities relating to critical DCS support structures such as the Parole Boards and the Office of the Inspecting Judge within the management area. Promote correctional awareness and manage Emergency Support Systems. Provide early warning intelligence relating to correctional risks and security matters. Manage human resources, finances and assets. Manage performance information.
ENQUIRIES : KwaZulu Natal Region: Mr Singh M Tel No: (033) 355 7380/Ms Zuma NI Tel
No: (033) 355 7367.
NOTE : Appointment under the Correctional Services Act.