Independent Correctional Centre Visitor Jobs 2026 – X8 Posts

The Independent Correctional Centre Visitor Jobs 2026 are open through the Judicial Inspectorate for Correctional Services (JICS). Eight 36-month contract opportunities are available at correctional centres across several provinces.

Applicants need a Grade 12 or Senior Certificate, computer literacy and a recent recommendation for nomination as an ICCV from a community organisation. The salary is R89 046 per annum plus 37% in lieu of benefits.

Applications close on 30 October 2026.

Job Overview

Employer: Judicial Inspectorate for Correctional Services (JICS)
Position: Independent Correctional Centre Visitor
Post Number: 36/45
Directorate: Regional Coordination & Oversight
Contract: 36 months
Salary: R89 046 per annum
Additional Benefit: 37% in lieu of benefits
Minimum Qualification: Grade 12 / Senior Certificate
Closing Date: 30 October 2026
Walk-in Deadline: 16:00
Online Deadline: 20:00

Available Posts

Ebongweni C-Max Correctional Centre – Ref: JI 55/2026
East London Medium B Correctional Centre – Ref: JI 56/2026
Idutywa Correctional Centre – Ref: JI 57/2026
Hopetown Correctional Centre – Ref: JI 58/2026
Boksburg Juvenile Correctional Centre – Ref: JI 59/2026
Leeuwkop Maximum Correctional Centre – Ref: JI 60/2026
Standerton Correctional Centre – Ref: JI 61/2026
Goodwood Correctional Centre – Ref: JI 62/2026

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must have:

Grade 12 / Senior Certificate
Computer literacy and accuracy
Recommendation for nomination as an ICCV from a community organisation, not older than six months
Good verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work independently and within a team
Knowledge of Batho Pele principles
Ability to work under pressure
Assertiveness and a public-service mindset

A valid driver’s licence will be an added advantage.

Preference may be given to qualifying candidates living close to the correctional centre where the vacancy is available.

Duties and Responsibilities

Successful candidates will:

Conduct correctional centre site visits
Interview and consult inmates and DCS officials
Receive and capture complaints and requests
Open and maintain case files
Follow up on outstanding complaints
Report urgent and mandatory matters
Submit monthly reports
Provide statistical analysis of complaints
Attend to enquiries
Carry out reasonable instructions from the supervisor or Regional Manager

Important Application Requirements

Online applications must include the new Z83 form and an updated CV combined into one PDF document. The file should be saved using the applicant’s surname and initials.

JPEG or picture-based applications will not be accepted. Separate applications must be submitted for each post applied for.

Certified qualifications and other supporting documents will only be requested from shortlisted candidates.