• Full Time
  • Port Elizabeth, South Africa

Judicial Inspectorate for Correctional Services(JICS)

Job Opportunity: Independent Correctional Centre Visitor (Level 5 – 3/8th Contract)

Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape

Organization:
Judicial Inspectorate for Correctional Services (JICS)
JICS is a statutory body overseeing correctional operations and safeguarding the rights of incarcerated individuals. It reports directly to the Parliamentary Portfolio Committee on Correctional Services and the Minister of Correctional Services.

Position Overview

  • Contract Type: Fixed-Term Contract
  • Education Requirement: Grade 12/Matric Certificate
  • Location: Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape
  • Department: Administration & Human Resources

Requirements

  • Valid Grade 12/Senior Certificate
  • Computer literacy with good data accuracy
  • Current recommendation/nomination from a community organization (issued within last 6 months)
  • Strong verbal and written communication abilities
  • Knowledge of Batho Pele principles
  • Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively
  • Valid driver’s license preferred

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct prison inspections and report critical issues
  • Interview incarcerated individuals and correctional staff
  • Manage complaint intake and digital recordkeeping
  • Maintain case files and track resolution progress
  • Prepare detailed monthly operational reports
  • Analyze complaint trends and patterns
  • Respond to public inquiries

Application Process

Interested candidates meeting requirements should submit applications through the official DPSA recruitment portal.

Note: No payments are required for any part of the application process. Candidates are encouraged to use free CV-building resources for application preparation.

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