Correctional Services VICE-CHAIRPERSON Vacancy 2026

Opportunity Overview

The Department of Correctional Services is seeking applications for a Vice-Chairperson position. This role is crucial for supporting the administration of justice within the correctional system. The successful candidate will serve a term of five years, as determined by the Minister in line with Section 74 (7) of the Correctional Services Act, Act 111 of 1998.

This position offers an opportunity to contribute to community safety and rehabilitation efforts. A member of the Board will be remunerated on monthly rates based on category D sub-category D1 of the remuneration of statutory boards as defined by National Treasury.

Vacancies are available across multiple centres, including:

• Free State and Northern Cape Region: Bizzah Makhate, Grootvlei, Kimberley
• Limpopo, Mpumalanga and North West Region: Bethal, Polokwane, Rooigrond, Rustenburg

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

• A recognized and appropriate NQF level 7 qualification in any Criminal Justice field, Social Sciences, or a related discipline.
• Proven 3 years supervisory role or community leadership experience.
• Active involvement in community-based structures.
• Commitment to a corruption-free administration.
• A good standing with the community with extensive life experience.
• Proven special interest in the Criminal Justice System.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be expected to perform the following duties:

• Chair meetings in the absence of the Chairperson.
• Sign documents in the absence of the Chairperson.
• Participate in the analysis and evaluation of information to identify continuing risk/dangerousness in an individual offender’s case.
• Apply knowledge and judgement to offenders’ cases to decide whether they can safely be released into the community and recommend appropriate conditions.
• Participate in the hearing of cases to assess risk, collaborate in making judgements about available evidence, and formulate concise summaries.
• Participate in report writing, assist in drafting summaries, and assist the Chairperson in recommending a decision.
• Act as an effective ambassador for the Parole Board when representing it at hearings or other events.