South African Department of Correctional Services
The Department of Correctional Services is a government department in South Africa. It manages the country’s prison system. The department employs about 34,000 staff members and oversees 240 prisons that house around 189,748 inmates.
Director: Logistics
- Job Type Full Time
- Qualification Matric
- Experience 5 years
- Location South Africa
- Job Field Logistics
Requirements:
- An undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) recognized by SAQA in Logistics, Financial Management, or an equivalent field.
- Five years of experience at a middle or senior managerial level in a similar environment.
- A certificate for entry into the Senior Management Services (SMS) from the National School of Government (NSG) is required.
- Computer literacy.
- A valid driver’s license.
Required Knowledge:
- Understanding of the Justice Cluster dynamics.
- 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 public service planning processes and regulatory frameworks.
- Knowledge of collective bargaining and efficient human resource management.
- In-depth understanding of human resources legislation and regulations.
Competencies and Attributes:
- Policy development, analysis, monitoring, evaluation, and implementation.
- Knowledge of public service policies, mandates, and regulations.
- Financial management and strategic thinking.
- Understanding of the PFMA.
- Project management, presentation, and report writing skills.
- Service delivery standards and programme management.
- Decision-making, problem-solving, and analytical thinking.
- Networking, liaison with stakeholders, negotiation, organization, and communication.
- Conflict management and information collection.
Responsibilities:
- Manage the department’s logistics and assets, and develop policies in line with relevant laws, regulations, and frameworks.
- Oversee the department’s inventory.
- Ensure effective implementation of logistic policies.
- Develop policies for logistical services and procurement of semi-official telephones.
- Manage the electronic implementation and maintenance of logistics policies within PAS 26.
- Act as vice-chair for forums on logistical aspects in the public service.
- Handle loss control and disposal management according to laws, regulations, and departmental procedures.
- Oversee departmental asset losses and disposals.
- Manage departmental transport in line with relevant laws and procedures.
- Monitor coordination of subsidized vehicles and ensure efficient use of transport.
- Manage vehicle maintenance and losses.
- Oversee provisioning administration systems and training.
- Manage human resources, finance, assets, and performance information.
Deadline: 21st November 2025
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Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should apply through the official Department of Correctional Services website.
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