Department of Correctional Services Vacancies 2026: Grade 12 Jobs

The Department of Correctional Services (DCS) has advertised various employment opportunities for suitably qualified candidates interested in working in the South African public service. The vacancies include Administration Clerk, Accounting Clerk, Clerk Stores, Registration Clerk, Disability Assistant, Call Centre Agent and Secretary positions.

These opportunities are suitable for applicants with a Grade 12 certificate or an equivalent qualification. Several positions require no previous work experience, making them worth considering for qualifying job seekers looking to begin or develop their careers in government.

Department of Correctional Services Vacancies

Administration Clerk: Head Office Stores
Administration Clerk: Administration Support
Accounting Clerk: Expenditure Control
Accounting Clerk: Exchequer Control
Accounting Clerk: Financial Management
Accounting Clerk: Financial Policies and Directives
Clerk Stores: Posting
Clerk Stores: Transit
Clerk Stores: Warehouse
Registration Clerk
Administration Clerk: Disability Assistant
Call Centre Agent
Secretary

Salary: R237,453 per annum for the listed positions.

Closing date: 09 November 2026 at 15:45.

The advertised positions offer an annual salary of R237,453. Successful applicants will work in different directorates and centres, including the National Head Office, Kroonstad Training College and Zonderwater Training College, depending on the position.

Applications must be submitted online through the Department of Correctional Services careers portal. Applicants are encouraged to read the requirements, duties and reference numbers carefully before submitting their applications.

Administration Clerk: Head Office Stores

Reference number: HO 2026/11/89
Directorate: Logistics
Location: National Head Office
Salary: R237,453 per annum

Requirements

Applicants must have Grade 12 or an equivalent qualification.
No previous work experience is required, but candidates must have basic computer literacy.
Knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), Treasury Regulations, Public Service Regulations, the White Paper on Corrections, BAS, GRAP and supply chain management procedures will be relevant to the position.
Candidates should demonstrate planning, organisational, leadership and control skills.
Good interpersonal, conflict-resolution and problem-solving abilities are also important.

Duties

The successful candidate will render acquisition services, receive requests for goods from end users and receive and issue stores items.
Other responsibilities include checking received goods against relevant documentation, maintaining stores records and updating goods registers and databases.
The incumbent will also assist with asset management and ensure that stores-related information is properly maintained.

Enquiries: Ms NS Khumalo on (012) 307 2174 or Ms TP Ngobeni on (012) 305 8589.

Administration Clerk: Administration Support

Reference numbers: HO 2026/11/90, HO 2026/11/91 and HO 2026/11/92
Location: National Head Office
Salary: R237,453 per annum

The positions are available in the following directorates:

Policy, Research and Information Management
Policy and Procedure Coordination
Production Workshop and Agriculture

Requirements

Applicants must have Grade 12 or an equivalent qualification.
No experience is required, although previous experience in administration and records keeping will be an added advantage.
Candidates must be computer literate, particularly in Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access.
Knowledge of financial policies relating to claims, expenditure, advances, payments and invoices will be beneficial.
Applicants should also understand filing systems and the preparation of memoranda, faxes and letters.

Duties

Responsibilities include providing administrative, clerical and logistical support, scheduling and coordinating meetings, and maintaining documents such as minutes, drafts and submissions.
The successful candidates will also maintain duty registers, process leave applications and staff-related information, process claims, obtain quotations, manage assets and requisition supplies.

Enquiries: Ms NS Khumalo on (012) 307 2174 or Ms TP Ngobeni on (012) 305 8589.

Accounting Clerk: Expenditure Control

Reference number: HO 2026/11/93
Directorate: Financial Accounting
Location: National Head Office
Salary: R237,453 per annum

Requirements

A Grade 12 certificate or an equivalent qualification is required.
No experience is necessary, but previous experience in a financial environment will be an advantage.
Applicants must be computer literate and have good written and verbal communication skills.
Knowledge of financial policies covering claims, expenditure, advances, payments and invoices is beneficial.
Candidates should also understand uniform filing systems and standard office correspondence formats.

Duties

The successful candidate will help ensure that supplier payments are correct and processed on time.
Responsibilities include controlling BAS input documents, assisting with the clearing of inter-responsibility accounts and performing general office administration.
The incumbent will liaise with relevant bodies and sections while carrying out assigned responsibilities.
Asset management and duties stipulated under Section 45 of the Public Finance Management Act will also form part of the role.

4. Accounting Clerk: Exchequer Control

Reference number: HO 2026/11/94
Directorate: Financial Accounting
Location: National Head Office
Salary: R237,453 per annum

Requirements

Applicants must have Grade 12 or an equivalent qualification and be computer literate.
No previous experience is required.
Knowledge of the Basic Accounting System (BAS) will be an added advantage.
Candidates should be able to work independently and in a team, communicate effectively, work under pressure and handle confidential information.

Duties

The position involves handling warrant vouchers, controlling official banking accounts and processing amendments.
The successful candidate will also exercise control over BAS input documents and assist with clearing asset and liability accounts.
Additional duties include responding to telephone enquiries, handling faxes and letters, liaising with relevant sections and managing assets.

Accounting Clerk: Financial Management

Reference number: HO 2026/11/95
Directorate: Management Accounting
Location: National Head Office
Salary: R237,453 per annum

Requirements

Applicants must possess Grade 12 or an equivalent qualification.
No experience is required, although previous experience in a financial environment will be an advantage.
Computer literacy is required.
Candidates should understand departmental financial policies, filing systems and standard correspondence formats.
Good written and verbal communication skills are also important.

Duties

The successful candidate will provide clerical support to the Management Accounting Directorate and coordinate administrative activities.
Responsibilities include assisting with budget planning and expenditure monitoring, capturing and verifying transactions, and maintaining financial documentation in line with audit and financial regulations.
The role also includes updating the asset register, supporting asset verification, coordinating asset movement and disposal procedures, processing staff claims and leave applications, obtaining quotations, maintaining duty registers and requisitioning supplies.

Accounting Clerk: Financial Policies and Directives

Reference number: HO 2026/11/96
Directorate: Financial Accounting
Location: National Head Office
Salary: R237,453 per annum

Requirements

Candidates must have Grade 12 or an equivalent qualification and be computer literate.
Relevant financial experience will be an advantage.
The department is looking for applicants with financial training, data analysis, communication and problem-solving skills.
Knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act, Treasury Regulations and public service policies will be beneficial.
Applicants should also demonstrate integrity, honesty, good interpersonal relations and the ability to prioritise multiple tasks.

Duties

The successful candidate will provide clerical assistance in the financial directives office, update and distribute financial documents, maintain and distribute FAP manuals, compile memoranda and file financial legislation and regulations.
Other duties include evaluating financial policies and circulars, maintaining communication on financial matters and assisting with asset management.

Clerk Stores: Posting

Reference number: HO 2026/11/97
Location: Kroonstad Training College
Salary: R237,453 per annum

Requirements

Applicants must have Grade 12 or an equivalent qualification.
No experience is required, and computer literacy is necessary.
Knowledge of LOGIS, LAP and experience in a comparable environment will be an added advantage.
Candidates should understand supply chain management, government procurement processes, PFMA requirements and Treasury Regulations.
Good communication, customer service, problem-solving, confidentiality and decision-making skills are also important.

Duties

Responsibilities include registering requisitions and vouchers on LOG 10 files, capturing transactions on LOGIS, and posting internal and external receipt and issue vouchers.
The successful candidate will channel vouchers to the warehouse, file requisitions and vouchers, update records, handle enquiries from cost centres and assist with asset management.

Clerk Stores: Transit

Reference number: HO 2026/11/98
Location: Kroonstad Training College
Salary: R237,453 per annum

Requirements

A Grade 12 certificate or an equivalent qualification is required.
No previous experience is necessary, and applicants must be computer literate.
Knowledge of LOGIS, LAP, supply chain management, Treasury Regulations and the Public Finance Management Act will be beneficial.
Candidates should have good communication skills, customer service abilities, integrity, confidentiality and problem-solving skills.

Duties

The successful candidate will safeguard items in transit, barcode assets received and maintain receipt and issue voucher registers.
Other responsibilities include monitoring the movement of stock and official forms, checking the quality and quantity of received stock, and assisting with asset management.

Clerk Stores: Warehouse

Reference number: HO 2026/11/99
Number of posts: Two
Location: Kroonstad Training College
Salary: R237,453 per annum

Requirements

Applicants must have Grade 12 or an equivalent qualification.
No experience is required, and computer literacy is necessary.
Knowledge of LOGIS, supply chain management, logistics policies, procurement procedures, financial management and asset management guidelines will be an advantage.

Duties

The successful candidates will administer goods and stock received in accordance with logistical policies.
They will also manage stock transit and allocation, provide general administrative support and assist with asset management.

Registration Clerk

Reference number: HO 2026/11/100
Number of posts: Two
Location: Zonderwater Training College
Salary: R237,453 per annum

Requirements

Candidates must have Grade 12 or an equivalent qualification and be computer literate.
Experience in a similar working environment will be an added advantage.
The department requires applicants with good communication and interpersonal skills, professional integrity, financial management abilities and the capacity to work under pressure.
Planning, organisation, project management, report writing, time management and confidentiality are also important.

Duties

The successful candidates will manage archive and registry sections, transfer records to archives, retrieve records when required and dispose of files according to applicable procedures.
Other responsibilities include controlling the uniform filing system, maintaining general filing and ensuring the safe custody of departmental files.

11. Administration Clerk: Disability Assistant

Reference number: HO 2026/11/101
Directorate: Policy and Procedure Coordination
Location: National Head Office
Salary: R237,453 per annum

Requirements

Applicants must have Grade 12 or an equivalent qualification.
Experience working with a person with a disability will be an advantage.
Computer literacy and a valid driver’s licence are required, subject to the stated exemption for applicants with disabilities.
Candidates should demonstrate compassion, flexibility, punctuality, trustworthiness, self-motivation, organisational skills and an understanding of the public service legislative framework.

Duties

The successful candidate will provide personal assistance and reasonable accommodation to support the Deputy Director: Policy Coordination in carrying out official duties.
Responsibilities include rendering driving services for official purposes, providing administrative support, ensuring the effective flow of information and documents, capturing requisitions on LOGIS and obtaining quotations.
Asset management will also form part of the duties.

Call Centre Agent

Reference number: HO 2026/11/102
Number of posts: Three
Directorate: Marketing and Promotions
Location: National Head Office
Salary: R237,453 per annum

Requirements

Applicants must have Grade 12.
A post-school certificate or diploma in customer service or administration will be an added advantage.
No experience is required, although call centre experience will be beneficial.
Candidates must be computer literate and should understand customer relationship management systems, Microsoft Office, call-handling platforms, ticketing procedures and basic information security.
Strong communication, active listening, attention to detail, problem-solving, time management and teamwork skills are important.

Duties

The successful candidates will handle enquiries and provide professional, courteous and accurate customer service through different communication channels.
They will resolve enquiries where possible at the first point of contact, record enquiries accurately on the prescribed customer relationship management system and refer complex matters to the relevant sections.
Maintaining records, supporting reporting and audit requirements, protecting personal information and managing assets will also be part of the role.

Secretary

Salary: R237,453 per annum
Location: National Head Office

The advertised opportunities include positions in the following offices and directorates:

Office of the CDC Remand Detention
Remand Administration and Case Flow
Remand Detention Maintenance
Service Delivery Improvement
Corrections Administration
Pre-Release
Financial Accounting
Spiritual Care

The reference numbers listed in the advert are HO 2026/11/101 to HO 2026/11/108 for the respective offices and directorates.

Requirements

Applicants must have Grade 12 with typing as a subject or another training course or qualification that enables them to perform the work satisfactorily.
No experience is required, and computer literacy is necessary.
Candidates should demonstrate honesty, integrity, attention to detail, punctuality, confidentiality, good communication skills and the ability to work under pressure.
Good telephone etiquette, organisational skills and the ability to act with tact and discretion are also required.

Duties

The successful candidates will perform general office and administrative duties, screen and answer telephone calls, type correspondence, compile documentation and presentations, and maintain effective filing systems.
Additional responsibilities include managing electronic document tracking systems, maintaining diaries, arranging appointments, coordinating meetings and workshops, facilitating the procurement of office equipment and arranging transport for official conferences, courses, meetings and hearings.

How to Apply for Department of Correctional Services Vacancies

Applications must be submitted online through the official Department of Correctional Services careers website:

Application website: https://careers.dcs.gov.za/
Applicants must complete the Z83 Public Service application form in full. The form can be obtained from any public service department. Only a detailed CV should be attached to the application form at the initial application stage.
Applications must be submitted as a complete PDF document, with the correct reference number clearly indicated for the position being applied for. Applicants should ensure that the information provided is accurate and that the correct vacancy and reference number are selected.
Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of their qualifications and other relevant documents. These documents must not be older than six months and must be submitted on or before the day of the interview.

Closing Date

The closing date for applications is 09 November 2026 at 15:45.

Applicants should submit their applications before the deadline and allow sufficient time to complete the online application process.

NOTE: Important Information for Applicants

All costs associated with submitting an application will be borne by the applicant. Candidates who have retired from the Public Service under a specific determination that prevents their reappointment, or who have been declared medically unfit, will not be considered.

Correspondence will only be conducted with shortlisted candidates. Applicants who have not been contacted within three months of the closing date should consider their applications unsuccessful. Applicants are also advised not to contact the department to enquire about the progress of their applications.

Further checks will be conducted once candidates are shortlisted. These may include security clearance, security vetting, qualification verification and criminal record verification. Appointment will be provisional pending the issuing of security clearance. If a candidate cannot obtain the required clearance, the appointment may be reconsidered or terminated. Fingerprints may also be taken on the day of the interview.

All shortlisted candidates, including Senior Management Service candidates, will be required to undertake two pre-entry assessments. These assessments consist of a practical exercise and an Integrity (Ethical Conduct) Assessment. The selection panels will score the technical exercises as an additional criterion during the interview process.

The Department of Correctional Services is an equal opportunity employer. The department will consider Section 195(1)(i) of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, 1996, and the Employment Equity Act, 1998, when filling the vacancies. It aims to promote representivity in terms of race, gender and disability. Applicants must indicate their race, gender and disability status on the application form or CV. The advert encourages applications from both Black and White candidates.

The appointment for the positions listed in the relevant advert sections is under the Public Service Act. Applicants with disabilities should note that the requirement for a valid driver’s licence does not apply to applicants with a disability.

Apply Before the Closing Date

The Department of Correctional Services vacancies provide opportunities for candidates interested in administrative support, finance, stores management, registry services, customer service and secretarial work. Several positions do not require previous experience, although applicants must meet the relevant educational and other requirements.

Review the duties and requirements for the preferred position, prepare the completed Z83 form and detailed CV, and submit the application online with the correct reference number before 09 November 2026 at 15:45.