Visitors Committee Coordinating Officer – Vcco

In brief

**Overview** This position is for a Visitors Committee Coordinating Officer (VCCO) within the Judicial Inspectorate for Correctional Services (JICS), specifically in the Regional Coordination & Oversight Directorate, based in Bloemfontein – Central Management Region. The role is crucial for providing management, supervision, and control over Independent Correctional Centre Visitors (ICCVs) within the region, ensuring the effective coordination and oversight of their activities and complaint management processes. **What you will do** * Provide management, supervision, and control of Independent Correctional Centre Visitors within the region. * Coordinate and monitor ICCV activities, allocate work, review reports, monitor attendance and performance, and facilitate induction and training arrangements. * Manage complaints, including general, urgent, and mandatory complaints, ensure proper recording and escalation of matters, and follow up on outstanding responses. * Coordinate Visitors’ Committee and stakeholder engagement meetings, prepare agendas, compile minutes, and track implementation of resolutions. * Conduct performance evaluations, compile statistical and management reports, maintain records and registers. * Provide administrative support to regional oversight activities. * Liaise with correctional centres, ICCVs, Visitors’ Committees, and internal stakeholders to support effective oversight. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * Senior Certificate/Grade 12. * Degree/National Diploma in Public Administration/Public Management/Office Management or equivalent qualification at NQF 6 as recognised by SAQA. * Minimum of 5 years’ experience in the Justice Cluster. * Minimum of 2 years’ supervisory experience. * Valid Driver’s License. * Knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act, Public Service Act and Regulations, and National Treasury Regulations. * Computer literacy (MS Office, Excel, and PowerPoint). * Sound interpersonal relations. * Communication skills (verbal and written). * Planning and organisational skills. * Ability to work under pressure and independently and as part of a team. * Willingness to work extra hours. * Problem-solving skills. * Leadership skills. * Attention to detail. * Good conflict resolution skills. **Who should apply** This role is ideal for a candidate with a strong background in public administration or office management, possessing significant experience within the Justice Cluster, including supervisory responsibilities. The applicant should be adept at managing and supervising teams, coordinating complex activities, handling complaints, and organizing meetings within a regulatory framework. Essential qualities include strong organizational, communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills, along with meticulous attention to detail and the ability to work effectively under pressure and resolve conflicts. A willingness to work extended hours and a commitment to accurate record-keeping and reporting are also key for supporting regional oversight activities in correctional services. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/judicial-inspectorate-for-correctional-services-jics-vacancies-dpsa-circular-37-of-2026#spani-ref-ji-63-2026 Source: govpage

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