The Department of Correctional Services (DCS) is calling on suitably qualified applicants to apply for Independent Correctional Centre Visitor (ICCV) Vacancies (56 Posts) across South Africa. This is a 36-month contract position, and the closing date for applications is 10 October 2025.
This is a great chance for individuals who are passionate about serving their communities, upholding justice, and improving conditions in correctional centres. If you want a stable government job with a competitive salary and growth opportunities, don’t miss this exciting recruitment drive.
Independent Correctional Centre Visitors are responsible for monitoring prison conditions and ensuring the rights of inmates are protected. This position plays a crucial role in promoting fairness, transparency, and accountability within South Africa’s correctional system.
Successful candidates will work closely with the Judicial Inspectorate for Correctional Services (JICS) to investigate complaints, support inspections, and report on critical matters like safety, living conditions, and the treatment of inmates.
There are 56 positions available across five regions in South Africa. Below is the breakdown:
Locations include Atteridgeville, Bethal, Kgosi Mampuru, Potchefstroom, Tzaneen, Barberton, Johannesburg (Medium C), Modderbee, Nigel, Leeuwkop, Middelburg, Witbank, and more.
Positions available in Bethlehem, De Aar, Edenburg, Frankfort, Groenpunt, Hoopstad, Mangaung, Vereeniging, and other centres.
Vacancies at Durban (Medium A & B), Umzinto, Estcourt, Kokstad, Eshowe, Sevontein, Stanger, Ncome, and Ebongweni.
Opportunities in Port Elizabeth, East London, King Williams Town, Middledrift, Queenstown, and Idutywa.
Posts available at Drakenstein, Hawequa, and Beaufort West.
This is a part-time contract role but provides a competitive salary with extra benefits, making it ideal for community members seeking a meaningful career.
To qualify, you must meet the following requirements:
As an Independent Correctional Centre Visitor, you will:
Applications can be submitted online via Google Forms or hand-delivered to regional offices.
Applications to be submitted through the links mentioned above or hand delivered to Block C 3, Eco Origins Office Park, Witch-hazel Street, Centurion, 0046
Central Management Region Correctional Centres:
Applications to be submitted through the links mentioned above or hand delivered to Fedsure House, 3rd Floor 62 St Andrews Street, Bloemfontein, 9300
KwaZulu Natal Management Region Correctional Centres:
Applications to be submitted through the links mentioned above or hand delivered to Aqua Sky Building, 275 Anton Lembede Street, 8th Floor, Durban 4001
Eastern Cape Management Region Correctional Centres:
Applications to be submitted through the links mentioned above or hand delivered to East London Magistrates Court, 3rd floor, room 407, Buffalo Street, East London, 5200
Eastern Cape Management Region Correctional Centres:
Western Cape Management Region Correctional Centres:
Applications to be submitted through the links mentioned above or hand delivered to Standard Bank Building, No. 1 Thibault Square, 9th Floor, Cnr Long Street & Hans Strijdom Avenue, Cape Town, 8001Western Cape
Management Region Correctional Centres:
Hand-delivery locations include:
Important:
- Use the new Z83 application form for hand-delivered applications.
- Make sure all documents are certified copies and not older than 6 months.
- Applications close on 10 October 2025 at 16:00 (walk-in) and 20:00 (online).
This is a fantastic opportunity to gain government work experience, earn a stable income, and help improve South Africa’s correctional system. With 56 positions available nationwide, your chances of being selected are higher, especially if you live near one of the listed centres.
If you are passionate about justice, fairness, and community service, this is your chance to make a real impact.
Don’t wait until the last minute—submit your application now and secure your spot in this important government programme.
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