VISITORS COMMITTEE COORDINATING OFFICER – VCCO

Judicial Inspectorate for Correctional Services · limpopo

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Administrative and clerical positions are among the most consistently advertised roles in both the South African public and private sectors. Government departments in particular have a high and ongoing demand for administrative clerks, especially at salary levels 5 to 7 on the public service scale. These roles form the operational backbone of every department and offer a stable entry point into a public sector career with a clear progression path.

About the hiring department

This vacancy is within Judicial Inspectorate for Correctional Services in limpopo. Government departments in South Africa advertise vacancies through the Public Service Commission and are required to follow a standardised recruitment process governed by the Public Service Act. Applications are screened against the minimum requirements listed in the advert before any CV is reviewed by a panel.

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Requirements

• ·Applicants must be in possession of a Senior Certificate / Grade 12, Degree / National Diploma in Public Administration / Public Management at NQF 6 as recognised by SAQA
• ·Three-year Degree / National Diploma in Office Management or Administration or relevant qualification on NQF 6 or equivalent qualification
• ·A minimum of 5 years’ experience in the Justice Cluster or a minimum of 2 years’ supervisory experience
• ·Knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act, Public Service Act and Regulations and National Treasury Regulations
• ·A valid driver’s licence
• ·Skills and competencies: computer literacy (MS Office, Excel and PowerPoint), sound interpersonal relations, communication skills (verbal and written), planning and organisational skills, ability to work under pressure and independently and as part of a team, willingness to work extra hours, problem solving and leadership skills, attention to detail and good conflict resolution skills

Key Duties

• ·The successful candidate will be responsible for providing management, supervision and control of Independent Correctional Centre Visitors within the region
• ·Coordinate and monitor ICCV activities, allocate work, review reports, monitor attendance and performance and facilitate induction and training arrangements
• ·Manage complaints, including general, urgent and mandatory complaints, ensure proper recording and escalation of matters and follow up on outstanding responses
• ·Coordinate Visitors’ Committee and stakeholder engagement meetings, prepare agendas, compile minutes and track implementation of resolutions
• ·Conduct performance evaluations, compile statistical and management reports, maintain records and registers, provide administrative support to regional oversight activities and liaise with correctional centres, ICCVs, Visitors’ Committees and internal stakeholders to support effective oversight

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