Department of Correctional Services (DCS) Entry-Level Jobs Vacancy 2026

Opportunity Overview

The Department of Correctional Services (DCS) is inviting unemployed youth to apply for various entry-level administrative and accounting positions. These opportunities are based at the National Head Office in Pretoria, offering a chance to gain valuable experience within a government department.

Successful candidates will contribute to essential support functions, ensuring the smooth operation of various directorates within the DCS. These roles are designed for individuals seeking to start their careers in public service.

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

• A Grade 12 Certificate or an equivalent qualification.
• No prior experience is required for these entry-level positions.
• Basic computer literacy is essential, with proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access) being an advantage for specific roles.
• Added advantage for some roles: Previous experience in administration duties and records keeping or in a finance environment.

Key Responsibilities

Responsibilities vary depending on the specific role:

Administration Clerk: Head Office Stores (Reference No: 2026/11/89)

• Render acquisition services.
• Receive requests for goods from end users.
• Receive and issue stores items.
• Receive and check goods against relevant documentation.
• Maintain stores records and information.
• Update and maintain goods registers and databases.
• Management of assets.

Administration Clerk: Administration Support (Reference Nos: HO 2026/11/90, HO 2026/11/91, HO 2026/11/92)

• Render administrative support.
• Provide clerical and logistical support.
• Schedule and coordinate meetings.
• Maintain and organise documentation, including minutes, drafts, and submissions.
• Maintenance of duty register.
• Processing of leave applications.
• Processing of miscellaneous personnel information pertaining to staff.
• Processing of staff claims.
• Obtaining quotations.
• Validate staff inventory in line with inventory register.
• Requisitioning of supplies.
• Management of assets.

Accounting Clerk: Expenditure Control (Reference No: HO 2026/11/93)

• Handle all aspects by ensuring correctness and timeous payments of suppliers.
• Ensure financial procedures are followed with regard to capturing of face value documents.
• Exercise control over BAS input documents.
• Assist with clearing interresponsibility accounts.
• Perform general office administration.
• Liaise with relevant bodies/sections in the execution of tasks.
• Execute responsibilities of official as stipulated in Section 45 of the Public Finance Management Act.
• Management of assets.

Accounting Clerk: Exchequer Control (Reference No: HO 2026/11/94)

What the Work Involves

These roles are based at the National Head Office in Pretoria, operating within an office environment. Day-to-day work involves a range of administrative and financial tasks. This can include handling incoming requests for goods, managing physical and digital records, processing various forms and claims, maintaining registers and databases, and providing logistical support for meetings. Individuals will be involved in managing assets and ensuring compliance with financial and public service regulations. Some roles involve liaison with various internal sections and external bodies to ensure tasks are completed effectively.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted online through the Department of Correctional Services careers portal.

Apply Here: https://careers.dcs.gov.za/jobs/1c7c8935-6d91-412e-a3cc-fd072c547e97

The deadline for applications is November 9, 2026. Ensure your application is submitted before this date.