Visitors Committee Coordinating Officer – Vcco

Directorate: Regional Coordination & Oversight

Requirements:
Applicants must be in possession of a Senior Certificate/Grade 12, Degree/National Diploma in Public Administration/Public Management/Office Management or equivalent qualification at NQF 6 as recognised by SAQA. A minimum of 5 years’ experience in the Justice Cluster and a minimum of 2 years’ supervisory experience. Valid Driver’s License. Knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act, Public Service Act and Regulations and National Treasury Regulations. 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.

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.

Enquiries: Ms Y Mdlalose Tel No: (051) 430 1954

Reference number: JI 63/2026