Regional Commissioner

In brief

**Overview** The Department of Correctional Services (DCS) is recruiting for a Regional Commissioner for the KwaZulu Natal Region. This is a senior management position, identified by reference number HO 2026/11/01, offering an all-inclusive salary of R1,919,241 per annum. The appointment for this role will be made under the Correctional Services Act. **What you will do** The Regional Commissioner will be responsible for: * Providing strategic leadership to ensure the effective, efficient, and economic management of the region to achieve policy outcomes. * Managing the provision of care and development programmes aimed at maintaining the personal well-being and development of offenders. * Managing the delivery of security services to personnel, service providers, the public, offenders, and all departmental operations. * Overseeing the management of the Justice, Crime Prevention Security cluster and other stakeholders within the region. * Managing the development and implementation of after-care services for offenders. * Managing the development and implementation of correctional programmes designed to correct offending behaviour. * Ensuring effective risk management to comply with the department’s risk management plan. * Managing human resources, finance, assets, and performance information for the region. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * A postgraduate qualification (NQF level 8) in Public Administration / Law / Criminology / Social Sciences or a relevant qualification as recognized by SAQA. * A compulsory certificate for entry into the Senior Management Services (SMS) obtained from the National School of Government (NSG). * 8 -10 years’ experience at a senior managerial level. * Sound knowledge of the SA Correctional System and understanding the functioning of the Criminal Justice System. * Computer literate. * Valid driver’s licence. * **Required Knowledge:** Knowledge and understanding of the South African Criminal Justice Systems and the Correctional Services architecture. Understanding of public service policy and related legislative framework (Public Service Act and Regulations, Public Finance Management Act, with emphasis on the Correctional Services Act 111 of 1998 as amended). * **Competencies And Attributes:** Strategic capability and leadership, Service delivery innovation, Client orientation and customer focus, Financial management, Change management, People management and empowerment, Programme and project management, Communication skills (verbal and written), Problem solving and decision making, Transformation management, Influencing and impact, Policy development, facilitation, conflict management and conceptual skills, Diversity management, Negotiation skills, Confidentiality, Interpersonal relations and time management, Accountability, Diplomacy and tact, Policy development and implementation, Good corporate governance principles. **Who should apply** Candidates should hold a postgraduate qualification (NQF level 8) in Public Administration, Law, Criminology, Social Sciences, or a related field recognized by SAQA, coupled with a mandatory certificate for entry into the Senior Management Services (SMS) from the National School of Government. Applicants must have 8-10 years of experience at a senior managerial level. The ideal candidate will possess sound knowledge of the SA Correctional System, a strong understanding of the Criminal Justice System, and comprehensive knowledge of public service policy and related legislative frameworks, specifically the Correctional Services Act 111 of 1998. Essential attributes include computer literacy, a valid driver's licence, and demonstrated competencies in strategic leadership, financial management, people management, communication, problem-solving, and upholding good corporate governance principles. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/department-of-correctional-services-dcs-vacancies-from-dpsa-circular-38-of-2026#spani-ref-ho-2026-11-01 Source: govpage

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• At least 8 years of experience.

• Project management
• Driver's licence

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