JICS: Independent Correctional Centre Visitor Vacancies 2026

Judicial Inspectorate for Correctional Services invites suitably qualified South Africans to apply for the Independent Correctional Centre Visitor (ICCV) Vacancies 2026.

Application Closing Date: 05 June 2026

• Walk-in Applications: 16:00
• Online Applications: 20:00

Job Location: KwaZulu-Natal, Eastern Cape, Free State, Gauteng and Limpopo, South Africa

About the ICCV Positions

The Judicial Inspectorate for Correctional Services (JICS) is recruiting Independent Correctional Centre Visitors (ICCVs) on a 36-month contract basis.

ICCVs play an important oversight role within correctional centres by monitoring inmate treatment, handling complaints, and reporting on conditions of incarceration.

Salary

• Salary: R89 046 per annum
• Level: 3/8th, Level 05
• Additional Benefits: 37% in lieu of benefits

Available ICCV Posts

KwaZulu-Natal Management Region

• Umzinto Correctional Centre – Ref No: JI 20/2026

Eastern Cape Management Region

• Grahamstown Correctional Centre – Ref No: JI 21/2026
• Port Elizabeth Correctional Centre – Ref No: JI 22/2026
• Middelburg Correctional Centre – Ref No: JI 23/2026

Central Management Region

• Goedemoed Correctional Centre – Ref No: JI 24/2026
• Vereeniging Correctional Centre – Ref No: JI 25/2026
• Regional Office Bloemfontein – Ref No: JI 26/2026

Northern Management Region

• Leeuwkop Medium A Correctional Centre – Ref No: JI 27/2026
• Leeuwkop Medium B Correctional Centre – Ref No: JI 28/2026
• Kgosi Mampuru Correctional Centre – Ref No: JI 29/2026
• Devon Correctional Centre – Ref No: JI 30/2026
• Thohoyandou Correctional Centre – Ref No: JI 31/2026

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must have:

• Grade 12 / Senior Certificate
• Computer literacy skills
• Good communication skills (written and verbal)
• Ability to work independently and within a team
• Sound knowledge of Batho Pele Principles
• Ability to work under pressure
• Assertiveness and professionalism

Additional Requirement

Applicants must attach:

• A recommendation or nomination letter as an ICCV from a community organisation
• The letter must not be older than six (6) months

Added Advantage

• Valid driver’s licence

Preference will be given to applicants residing near the correctional centre where the post is advertised.

Duties and Responsibilities

Successful candidates will:

• Visit correctional facilities daily
• Engage with inmates and correctional officials
• Handle inmate complaints and related matters
• Monitor incarceration conditions
• Report deaths, segregation, use of force and restraints
• Support JICS officials during inspections and investigations
• Perform administrative and report-writing duties
• Capture inmate complaints and mandatory reports

Important Application Instructions

For online applications:

• Submit:
  • Z83 Application Form
  • Detailed CV only
• Documents must:
  • Be combined into one PDF document
  • Be saved using surname and initials

How to Apply

KwaZulu-Natal Region

Hand Delivery Address:
Aqua Sky Building, 275 Anton Lembede Street, 8th Floor, Durban, 4001

Online Application:
Apply for Umzinto Correctional Centre Vacancy

Eastern Cape Region

Hand Delivery Address:
East London Magistrates Court, 3rd Floor, Room 407, Buffalo Street, East London, 5200

Online Applications:

• Apply for Grahamstown Correctional Centre Vacancy
• Apply for Port Elizabeth Correctional Centre Vacancy
• Apply for Middelburg Correctional Centre Vacancy

Central Management Region

Hand Delivery Address:
Fedsure House, 3rd Floor, 62 St Andrews Street, Bloemfontein, 9300

Online Applications:

• Apply for Goedemoed Correctional Centre Vacancy
• Apply for Vereeniging Correctional Centre Vacancy
• Apply for Bloemfontein Regional Office Vacancy

Northern Management Region

Hand Delivery Address:
Block C3, Eco Origins Office Park, Witch-Hazel Street, Centurion, 0046

Online Applications:

• Apply for Leeuwkop Med A Vacancy
• Apply for Leeuwkop Med B Vacancy
• Apply for Kgosi Mampuru Vacancy
• Apply for Devon Correctional Centre Vacancy
• Apply for Thohoyandou Correctional Centre Vacancy

Enquiries

KwaZulu-Natal Management Region

• Ms D Mocumi
• Tel: (031) 366 1900

Eastern Cape Management Region

• Ms N Sifesane
• Tel: (043) 722 2729

Central Management Region

• Ms Y Mdlalose
• Tel: (051) 430 1954

Northern Management Region

• Ms G Thabethe
• Tel: (012) 663 7521

Important Notes

• Women and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
• JICS reserves the right not to fill the positions.
• Late applications will not be considered.
• If you do not receive feedback, please consider your application unsuccessful.