DCS Community Board Member Vacancies 2026

The Department of Correctional Services is recruiting Community Board Members across multiple regions, including the Free State & Northern Cape, Limpopo, Mpumalanga & North West, and Western Cape regions. This is a statutory board appointment rather than a standard job, paid at Statutory Board Remuneration Category D, Sub-category D1.

Applications close on 20 July 2026 at 15:45 and can be submitted online via careers.dcs.gov.za, by post, or by hand-delivery to the relevant regional office.

About This Opportunity

Community Board Members provide independent oversight within the correctional services system, drawing on backgrounds in criminal justice, community development or human rights. Because this is a statutory appointment rather than a salaried job, candidates should expect a governance and oversight role rather than day-to-day operational duties.

Requirements

• Recognised Degree or National Diploma in Criminal Justice, Community Development, Social Sciences, Policing, Human Rights or a related field
• Minimum 5 years experience in community development or criminal justice
• Strong communication, decision-making and confidentiality skills

How to Apply

• Identify the region and centre you wish to apply for (e.g. Bizzah Makhate, Goedemoed, Groenpunt, Kimberley, Barberton, Bethal, Polokwane, Rooigrond, Rustenburg, Thohoyandou, Witbank, Allandale, Brandvlei, Drakenstein, Overberg or George).
• Apply online via careers.dcs.gov.za, or submit by post or hand-delivery to the relevant regional office.
• Quote the correct reference number for your region on your application.
• Submit before the 20 July 2026, 15:45 closing time.