Deputy Director: Parole Administration (NCB 4)

About the role

The Department of Correctional Services is seeking a Deputy Director for Parole Administration (NCB 4) at National Head Office, within Pre-Release. The role manages policy for Correctional Supervision and Parole Boards, making sure parole administration is consistent, well researched and properly governed. Work includes researching best international standards and practices, managing submission profile reports for offenders sentenced to life imprisonment, quality-assuring lifer profile reports, administering Correctional Supervision and Parole Boards, and developing guidelines, circulars and directives. The successful candidate will also manage performance information, finances, human resources and assets. The salary is R962 394 per annum. Applications close on 9 November 2026 at 15:45. Blacks and Whites are encouraged to apply. Appointment is under the Correctional Services Act. Source: DPSA Public Service Vacancy Circular 38 of 2026, Post 38/18, Ref No: HO 2026/11/07.

Responsibilities

Management of policy for Correctional Supervision and Parole Boards (CSPBs); research into best international standards and practices; management of submission profile reports for offenders sentenced to life imprisonment; quality assurance of lifer profile reports; administration of Correctional Supervision and Parole Boards; development of guidelines, circulars and directives; management of performance information, finances, human resources and assets.

Requirements

A relevant Degree or National Diploma (NQF6) in Behavioural Sciences and at least 7 years (combined) of relevant experience at supervision, junior management or production levels, plus successful completion of the Correctional Science Learnership or Basic Training. Candidates must be computer literate and hold a valid driver's licence. Strong skills in firearm use and 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 the correctional environment, integrity, honesty, confidentiality and good interpersonal relations, knowledge of the Correctional Services Act 111 of 1998, as amended, assertiveness, networking, diplomacy and tact, resilience, influence and impact are required.

Skills