Director: Area Commissioner Jobs

Requirements:

• An undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) recognized by SAQA in Public Administration, LLB, Criminology, Criminal Justice, Social Sciences, or an equivalent qualification.
• 5 years of experience at a middle management or senior managerial level.
• A certificate for entry into the Senior Management Services (SMS) from the National School of Government (NSG), which must be submitted before appointment.
• Computer literacy.
• A valid driver’s license.

Required Knowledge:

• Understanding of the dynamics within the Justice Cluster.
• Knowledge of public service policies and legislation, including the Public Service Act and Regulations, Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), and the Correctional Services Act 111 of 1998 (as amended).
• Experience in the regulatory framework for public service planning.
• Extensive experience in collective bargaining and efficient human resource management.
• In-depth knowledge of human resources legislation and regulations.

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.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the effective functioning of incarceration and corrections, parole boards, corporate services, development programmes, care services, correctional centres, and community corrections in the management area.
• Manage the administration of security systems and programmes, including comprehensive risk assessments to ensure safety.
• Ensure the implementation and adherence to policies and procedures in the management area.
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with key stakeholders in the geographical location of the management area.
• Manage the effective court appearances of remand detainees.
• Handle operational risks within the management area.
• Promote social responsibility and development for all offenders and parolees under community corrections.
• Manage performance information.
• Oversee human resources, finance, and assets.

Deadline: 21st November 2025