Independent Correctional Centre Visitor

About the role

The Judicial Inspectorate for Correctional Services (JICS) is seeking unemployed youth to serve as Independent Correctional Centre Visitors (ICCV). The role involves independent oversight of correctional facilities across several South African regions, ensuring complaints are recorded, investigated and reported.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct site visits to correctional centres and report urgent matters.
• Interview inmates and Department of Correctional Services officials regarding complaints and mandatory issues.
• Capture all complaints/requests in the database and open case files.
• Follow up on outstanding complaints and submit monthly reports.
• Provide statistical analysis of complaints received and respond to enquiries.
• Carry out reasonable instructions from the supervisor or Regional Manager.

Required profile

• Grade 12/Senior Certificate.
• Computer literate and accurate.
• Recommendation for nomination as an ICCV by a community organisation (issued within the last six months).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Public‑spirited with knowledge of Batho Pele principles.
• Assertive, able to work under pressure and communicate effectively in writing and verbally.
• Driver’s licence is an advantage.
• Preference for applicants residing near the specific correctional centre.