Independent Correctional Centre Visitor - Ventersburg Correctional Centre

In brief

**Overview** This role is for an Independent Correctional Centre Visitor (ICCV) at Ventersburg Correctional Centre, under the Judicial Inspectorate for Correctional Services (JICS). The position involves monitoring and reporting on conditions and complaints within the correctional facility, ensuring oversight and accountability. **What you will do** Key responsibilities for this role include: * Conducting site visits and reporting on urgent matters. * Conducting regular interviews and consultations with inmates and Department of Correctional Services (DCS) officials regarding complaints and mandatory matters. * Receiving and capturing all complaints/requests on the database. * Opening and maintaining case files. * Making follow-ups on outstanding complaints. * Submitting monthly reports. * Providing statistical analysis of all complaints received. * Attending to enquiries. * Carrying out all reasonable instructions by the supervisor/Regional Manager. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * Applicants must be in possession of a Grade 12/Senior Certificate. * Computer literate and accurate. * A recommendation or nomination as an ICCV by a community organization not older than six (6) months. * Ability to work independently and as a team. * Public spirited and sound knowledge of the Batho Pele principles. * Assertiveness and ability to work under pressure. * Ability to communicate verbally and in writing. * A driver’s licence will be an added advantage. * Preference will be given to qualifying applications received from individuals residing in communities which are in the vicinity of the correctional centre where the post needs to be filled. **Who should apply** The ideal candidate for this role is someone who possesses a Grade 12/Senior Certificate and has a recent recommendation or nomination from a community organization for an ICCV role. They should be computer literate, accurate, and capable of working both independently and collaboratively within a team. Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, are essential, as is assertiveness and the ability to perform under pressure. Candidates should be public-spirited with a sound understanding of the Batho Pele principles. While not mandatory, a driver's licence is an advantage, and preference will be given to applicants residing in communities near the Ventersburg Correctional Centre. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/independent-correctional-centre-visitor-ventersburg-correctional-centre-judicial-inspectorate-for-correctional-services-jics Source: myjobmag

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