Judicial Inspectorate for Correctional Services (JICS)
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
Independent Correctional Centre Visitors (X12 Posts)
The Department of Correctional Services, through the Judicial Inspectorate for Correctional Services (JICS), is recruiting Independent Correctional Centre Visitors (ICCVs) across multiple provinces for a 36-month contract period. This is a critical opportunity for community-minded individuals to play a meaningful role in safeguarding the rights of inmates, monitoring prison conditions, and strengthening oversight within correctional centres.
Position Overview
Position Title | Independent Correctional Centre Visitor |
Number of Posts | 12 Posts (across multiple provinces)
Contract Duration | 36 months
Salary R85,620 per annum (3/8th, Level 05) + 37% in lieu of benefits
Department | Department of Correctional Services – Judicial Inspectorate for Correctional Services (JICS)
Closing Date | 06 March 2026 |
Available Positions by Region
KwaZulu-Natal Management Region
- Melmoth Correctional Centre – Ref: JI 06/2026
- Ekuseni Correctional Centre – Ref: JI 07/2026
- Ncome Medium B Correctional Centre – Ref: JI 08/2026
- Newcastle Correctional Centre – Ref: JI 09/2026
Eastern Cape Management Region
- Regional Office – Ref: JI 10/2026
Western Cape Management Region
- Brandvlei Medium Correctional Centre – Ref: JI 11/2026
- George Correctional Centre – Ref: JI 12/2026
- Oudtshoorn Correctional Centre – Ref: JI 13/2026
- Pollsmoor Medium C Correctional Centre – Ref: JI 14/2026
- Goodwood Correctional Centre – Ref: JI 15/2026
Northern Management Region
- Regional Office: Centurion – Ref: JI 16/2026
- Mogwase Correctional Centre – Ref: JI 17/2026
- Johannesburg Medium B Correctional Centre – Ref: JI 18/2026
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must meet the following minimum requirements:
- Grade 12 / Senior Certificate (essential)
- Computer literacy and attention to accuracy
- Recommendation/nomination letter as an ICCV from a recognized community organization (not older than six months)
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Sound knowledge of Batho Pele principles
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work under pressure
- Assertiveness and professionalism
- Driver’s license (advantageous)
Note: Preference will be given to candidates living near the correctional centre.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Successful candidates will be responsible for:
- Conducting daily visits to assigned correctional centres
- Engaging with inmates and correctional officials regarding complaints and concerns
- Monitoring incarceration conditions and ensuring compliance with standards
- Reporting on deaths, segregation practices, mechanical restraints, and use of force incidents
- Supporting JICS inspections and investigations
- Managing administrative tasks and documentation
- Capturing and processing inmate complaints systematically
- Compiling detailed reports on findings and observations
This role demands integrity, objectivity, and a strong commitment to justice and human rights.
Desired Competencies and Skills
The following competencies will strengthen your application:
- Community leadership experience
- Volunteer work and NGO involvement
- Basic legal knowledge and understanding of human rights frameworks
- Conflict resolution and mediation abilities
- Strong documentation and report writing skills
How to Apply
Applications can be submitted online via Google Forms or hand-delivered to the respective regional offices. Please apply for the specific position and location using the reference number.
KwaZulu-Natal Region
Online applications or hand delivery to: Aqua Sky Building, Durban
- Melmoth: https://forms.gle/eSSfGyeK29NmXVB1A
- Ekuseni: https://forms.gle/zxL4cQMoTEr4Dxo28
- Ncome Medium B: https://forms.gle/znfNw3ySAYmbwNhz9
- Newcastle: https://forms.gle/6RHV53HRGuwbNPFR7
Eastern Cape Region
- Online: https://forms.gle/Jh4d217ocQbeCK5Y7
- Hand delivery: East London Magistrates Court
Western Cape Region
Hand delivery to: Standard Bank Building, Cape Town, or apply online:
- Brandvlei: https://forms.gle/KpLKyMNWUhxwJdp56
- George: https://forms.gle/SRAMAym85StTFH6g7
- Oudtshoorn: https://forms.gle/sGgTVCiMDhLDmJFa9
- Pollsmoor: https://forms.gle/pztCE71j54VDQe7D8
- Goodwood: https://forms.gle/cdPPMrSm6M5T47M29
Northern Region
Online or hand delivery to: Eco Origins Office Park, Centurion
- Regional Office: https://forms.gle/P1MKpHGHJidDzw5AA
- Mogwase: https://forms.gle/eT9JYms4EcvkPnAc9
- Johannesburg Medium B: https://forms.gle/z8VRNouCZPTb6bWX7
Enquiries
For enquiries regarding these positions, please contact:
- KwaZulu-Natal: Ms D Mocumi – 031 366 1900
- Eastern Cape: Ms N Sifesane – 043 722 2729
- Western Cape: Mr S Sani – 021 421 1012
- Northern Region: Ms G Thabethe – 012 663 7521
Important Notes
- All application documents must be submitted correctly and completely
- Community nomination letters must not be older than six months
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
- Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only
- If you have not been contacted within three months of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful
Career Development Opportunities
This role provides valuable experience and opens doors to various career paths, including:
- Public administration and government service
- Legal assistant and paralegal careers
- Human rights advocacy and NGO work
- Permanent employment within correctional services
- Social work and community development
- Policy development and oversight roles
CLOSING DATE: 06 MARCH 2026