The Judicial Inspectorate for Correctional Services (JICS) is inviting applications for a range of vacancies across South Africa. These positions are critical in strengthening oversight in correctional centres and protecting the rights of inmates.
JICS is an equal opportunity employer. Preference will be given to candidates aligned with its Employment Equity Plan, including persons with disabilities.
Closing Date
The closing date is 10 October 2025 at:
- 16:00 for hand-delivered submissions
- 20:00 for online submissions
Late applications will not be considered.
Application Requirements
- Submit a new Z83 form (download at gov.za) and a comprehensive CV as one PDF file.
- File must be saved using the applicant’s surname and initials.
- JPEG or image applications will not be accepted.
- For ICCV posts, include a community organisation nomination letter (not older than six months).
- Only shortlisted candidates will be asked for certified copies of qualifications.
Failure to comply with these requirements will result in disqualification.
Available Job Vacancies
1. Law Clerk – Office of the Inspecting Judge
- Ref No: JI 152/2025
- Location: Cape Town
- Contract: 36 months
- Salary: R468 459 per annum (Level 09), plus 37% in lieu of benefits
- Requirements: Senior Certificate, LLB degree (or final year), research ability, interest in human rights and criminal law.
- Duties: Legal research, drafting, report writing, and assisting the Inspecting Judge during inspections.
- Apply: Law Clerk Application Form
2. Visitors Committee Coordinating Officer – VCCO
- Ref No: JI 153/2025
- Location: Western Cape (Cape Town)
- Salary: R325 101 per annum (Level 07)
- Requirements: Senior Certificate plus Diploma/Degree in Public Administration, Office Management, or related field. At least 5 years in the Justice Cluster or 2 years in a supervisory role. Valid driver’s licence required.
- Duties: Supervising Independent Correctional Centre Visitors (ICCVs), handling complaints, coordinating meetings, reporting, and performance management.
- Apply: VCCO Application Form
3. Independent Correctional Centre Visitors (ICCV)
- Ref Nos: 154/2025 – 203/2025
- Contract: 36 months (from March/April 2026)
- Salary: R85 620 per annum (Level 05, part-time), plus 37% in lieu of benefits
- Requirements: Community nomination letter (within six months), CV, and Z83 form.
- Duties: Visiting centres, monitoring detention conditions, complaints management, and reporting.
ICCV Posts by Province
Northern Management Region
- Atteridgeville – Apply
- Bethal – Apply
- Kgosi Mampuru C-Max – Apply
- Kgosi Mampuru Maximum – Apply
- Kutama Sinthimule – Apply
- Potchefstroom – Apply
- Tzaneen – Apply
- Wolmaransstad – Apply
- Zeerust – Apply
- Barberton Maximum – Apply
- Boksburg – Apply
- Emthonjeni – Apply
- Johannesburg Medium C – Apply
- Modderbee (x2) – Apply
- Nigel – Apply
- Leeuwkop Maximum – Apply
- Losperfontein – Apply
- Middelburg – Apply
- Witbank – Apply
Central Management Region
- Bethlehem – Apply
- Brandfort – Apply
- De Aar – Apply
- Edenburg – Apply
- Frankfort – Apply
- Goedemoed (Medium A) – Apply
- Groenpunt Maximum (x2) – Apply
- Groenpunt Juvenile – Apply
- Hoopstad – Apply
- Mangaung (x2) – Apply
- Springbok – Apply
- Vereeniging – Apply
KwaZulu-Natal Management Region
- Sevontein – Apply
- Stanger – Apply
- Durban Medium A – Apply
- Durban Medium B – Apply
- Umzinto – Apply
- Eshowe – Apply
- Estcourt – Apply
- Ncome Maximum – Apply
- Kokstad Medium – Apply
- Ebongweni Super Max (x2) – Apply
Eastern Cape Management Region
- Port Elizabeth – Apply
- King Williams Town – Apply
- Middledrift – Apply
- Queenstown – Apply
- East London Medium B – Apply
- Idutywa – Apply
Western Cape Management Region
Employment Equity
JICS will give preference to Whites, Indian females, African males, Coloured males, and people with disabilities to advance employment equity targets.
Regional Enquiries
- Northern Region: Ms G Thabethe – (012) 663 7521
- Central Region: Ms Y Mdlalose – (051) 430 1954
- KwaZulu-Natal Region: Mr S Sibanyoni – (031) 366 1900
- Eastern Cape Region: Ms N Sifesane – (043) 722 2729
- Western Cape Region: Mr S Sani – (021) 421 1012
Check also: North West Department of Health Job Opportunities
The Judicial Inspectorate for Correctional Services offers South Africans the opportunity to contribute to justice and accountability in the correctional environment. With posts ranging from Law Clerk to Independent Correctional Centre Visitor, these vacancies are essential in upholding the principles of fairness and transparency within the country’s correctional system.