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Correctional Learnership Opportunity 2026 – Independent Correctional Centre Visitor (ICCV) | POST 05/261

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If you are searching for a correctional learnership or an opportunity to gain structured experience within South Africa’s correctional environment, this 36-month contract appointment as an Independent Correctional Centre Visitor (ICCV) offers a valuable pathway into the justice and correctional services sector.

The programme focuses on monitoring inmate conditions, supporting human rights, and strengthening accountability within correctional facilities across several provinces.

Post Number: 05/261
Contract Duration: 36 Months
Number of Posts: X12

Salary: R85 620 per annum (3/8th, Level 05) + 37% in lieu of benefits

This opportunity falls under the oversight of the Department of Correctional Services and related justice structures.

📍 Centres & Reference Numbers

KwaZulu-Natal Management Region

  • Melmoth Correctional Centre – Ref: JI 06/2026

  • Ekuseni Correctional Centre – Ref: JI 07/2026

  • Ncome Medium B Correctional Centre – Ref: JI 08/2026

  • Newcastle Correctional Centre – Ref: JI 09/2026

Eastern Cape Management Region

  • Regional Office – Ref: JI 10/2026

Western Cape Management Region

  • Brandvlei Medium Correctional Centre – Ref: JI 11/2026

  • George Correctional Centre – Ref: JI 12/2026

  • Oudtshoorn Correctional Centre – Ref: JI 13/2026

  • Pollsmoor Medium C Correctional Centre – Ref: JI 14/2026

  • Goodwood Correctional Centre – Ref: JI 15/2026

Northern Management Region

  • Regional Office: Centurion – Ref: JI 16/2026

  • Mogwase Correctional Centre – Ref: JI 17/2026

  • Johannesburg Medium B Correctional Centre – Ref: JI 18/2026

✅ Minimum Requirements

  • Grade 12 / Senior Certificate

  • Computer literate and accurate

  • Recommendation/nomination as an ICCV by a community organisation (not older than 6 months)

  • Ability to work independently and in a team

  • Good communication skills (verbal and written)

  • Public-spirited with knowledge of Batho Pele principles

  • Assertive and able to work under pressure

  • Driver’s licence (added advantage)

  • Preference given to applicants living near the relevant correctional centre

📝 Key Duties

  • Visit correctional facilities daily

  • Engage with inmates and officials regarding complaints and concerns

  • Monitor conditions of incarceration and report findings

  • Report on deaths, segregation, restraints, and use of force

  • Support inspections and investigations

  • Capture inmate complaints and mandatory matters

  • Compile detailed written reports

☎ Enquiries

  • KwaZulu-Natal: Ms D Mocumi – (031) 366 1900

  • Eastern Cape: Ms N Sifesane – (043) 722 2729

  • Western Cape: Mr S Sani – (021) 421 1012

  • Northern Region: Ms G Thabethe – (012) 663 7521

📨 How to Apply

Applicants must apply online using the relevant link for their chosen centre or hand-deliver applications to the regional offices listed below.

KwaZulu-Natal

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

Eastern Cape

Western Cape

Hand delivery: Standard Bank Building, No.1 Thibault Square, 9th Floor, Cnr Long Street & Hans Strijdom Avenue, Cape Town, 8001

Northern Region

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

⚠ Important Notice

  • No payment is required to apply.

  • Submit complete and truthful information only.

  • Late or incomplete applications may not be considered.

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