Deputy Director: Supervision Services (NCB 4)

About the role

The Department of Correctional Services is seeking a Deputy Director for Supervision Services (NCB 4) at National Head Office, within Supervision (Probationers and Parolees). The role leads correctional and parole supervision work, shaping the operational plan and the rules that govern how supervision is delivered. Work includes researching national and international trends, coordinating legislation, regulations, policies, manuals and guidelines, managing supervision services and stakeholders, handling enquiries, and monitoring and evaluating how parole and correctional supervision are implemented. 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. A Top Secret security classification is an added advantage. Appointment is under the Correctional Services Act. Source: DPSA Public Service Vacancy Circular 38 of 2026, Post 38/19, Ref No: HO 2026/11/08.

Responsibilities

Facilitate development of the operational plan in line with parole and correctional supervision; oversee research initiatives on national and international trends in correctional and parole supervision; coordinate development and formulation of legislation, regulations, policies, manuals and guidelines on correctional and parole supervision; manage and coordinate related supervision services and stakeholders; attend to enquiries from Parliament and other persons or institutions and from practice; manage and consolidate inputs on strategic documents and interpretation of legislation, regulations, policy, manuals and guidelines; manage marketing and liaison with stakeholders; monitor and evaluate implementation of parole and correctional supervision; manage human resources, finance and assets; manage performance information.

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. A Top Secret security classification is an added advantage. 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.

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