Correctional Services Community Member Vacancy 2026

Opportunity Overview

Correctional Services is recruiting Community Members to serve on its Parole Boards across multiple centres in the Eastern Cape, Gauteng, and KwaZulu-Natal regions. This is a vital role that contributes to the rehabilitation of offenders and the safety of communities.

Successful candidates will play a crucial part in the decision-making processes for offenders, ensuring the objective and fair application of release policies. The position also involves facilitating the reintegration of offenders into the community after their release.

The term of office for this opportunity is for a period of five years. This is a chance to apply your expertise and experience in community development or criminal justice to make a tangible difference.

Minimum Requirements

• A recognised degree or national diploma in one of the following fields: Criminal Justice, Community Development, Social Science, Policing, or a Human Rights related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in community development work and/or Criminal Justice.
• Previous experience in a decision-making capacity will be an advantage.
• Retired professionals are encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Attend and participate in decision-making roles during Parole Board hearings.
• Act as a facilitator for the community reintegration process for offenders.
• Protect the interests of the community, offenders, and the state.
• Ensure the objective and fair application of release policy.
• Perform ad-hoc tasks as determined by the Parole Board.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding Parole Board meetings, decisions, and documentation.