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Requirements

Relevant Degree or National Diploma in Behavioural Sciences and successful completion of Corrections Science Learnership.

Seven (7) years relevant experience in a supervisory post.

Computer literate.

Valid driver’s licence.

Competencies and Attributes: Firearm skills and the use of relevant security technology.

Strategic capability and leadership, policy development and good communication skills.

Sound project and programme management skills.

Transformation, change and conflict management abilities.

Stakeholder management skills.

Problem solving, analysis and decision-making skills.

Service delivery innovation.

People management and empowerment.

In depth understanding of safety and security within a correctional environment.

Integrity and honesty.

Good interpersonal relations.

Knowledge of the Correctional Services Act, Act 111 of 1998.

Duties

Management of all aspects of the Correctional Centre on a day to day basis through the implementation of the Correctional Services Act, Act 111 of 1998.

Manage the implementation of the imperatives of the White Paper on Corrections.

Management of case management administration, security, development and care, unit management and case management committees.

Foster a working relationship with the Justice Cluster and the community.

Monitor, evaluate and take appropriate action in relation to outcomes on the risk trends.

Manage human resources, finances and assets.

Manage performance information.

How to apply

Email: ECHRM@dcs.gov.za

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Notes

Appointment under the Correctional Services Act.