Regional Head: Incarcerations, Corrections And Rehabilitation
Department Of Correctional Services (Dcs)
- Location
- Limpopo
- Salary (as advertised)
- R1 340 691 per year
- Closing date
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In brief
**Overview** This role is for a Regional Head of Incarcerations, Corrections, and Rehabilitation within the Department of Correctional Services (DCS). It is a senior management position, offering an all-inclusive annual salary of R1,340,691, and is based in the Limpopo, Mpumalanga, and North West region. The appointment for this role is made under the Correctional Services Act. **What you will do** The successful candidate will be responsible for: * Ensuring a safe and secure environment for members of the public, personnel, and persons legally entrusted to the department's care. * Managing health care services and incarceration management. * Managing and overseeing self-sufficiency and sustainability programs and services. * Managing human resources, finances, and assets. * Managing performance information. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * An undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) as recognised by SAQA in Behavioural Science or a relevant qualification. * A compulsory certificate for entry into the Senior Management Services (SMS) obtained from the National School of Government (NSG). * Five (5) years of experience at a middle/senior managerial level. * Security clearance. * Computer literate. * Valid driver’s licence. * **Required Knowledge:** Knowledge and understanding of the South African Criminal Justice System 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. Policy development, communication, project and programme management, transformation management, change management, client orientation and customer focus. Problem solving and analysis, service delivery innovation, decision making and financial management skills. People management and empowerment. Integrity, honesty, confidentiality and interpersonal relations. Understanding of Public Service policy and legislative framework. Assertiveness, ability to network, diplomacy, tactful, influence and impact. **Who should apply** This position is suited for an experienced senior manager with an undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) in Behavioural Science or a relevant field, who possesses a compulsory SMS certificate from the National School of Government. Candidates must have at least five years of experience at a middle or senior managerial level, hold security clearance, be computer literate, and have a valid driver's licence. The ideal applicant will demonstrate a strong understanding of the South African Criminal Justice System, Correctional Services architecture, and relevant public service legislative frameworks. Essential competencies include strategic capability and leadership, policy development, communication, various management skills (project, programme, transformation, change, financial, people), client orientation, problem-solving, decision-making, integrity, and strong interpersonal and networking abilities. **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-2026-11-04 Source: govpage
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