REFERENCE NUMBER: GP 2026/06/20
MONTHLY STIPEND: R8 174.75
CENTRE: Gauteng Region
CLOSING DATE: 09 July 2026 at 15h45
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: National Diploma or Degree in Animal or Plant Production or Horticulture
FOR ENQUIRIES: Ms S Mkuzangwe or Ms E Mahlakoane
PHONE NUMBER: (012) 4200146 or 76
HOW TO APPLY: You can hand deliver your application to 1077 Forum East Building, Arcadia Street, Hatfield, or you can email it to GPHRD@dcs.gov.za
NOTE: The closing date is 09 July 2026 at 15h45.
It is your responsibility to make sure your application arrives at DCS before this date.When sending an email, please include the reference number in the subject line.
THE APPLICATION MUST BE SUBMITTED ON THE Z83 FORM, which can be obtained from any Public Service department.
The form must be fully completed.You should only attach a detailed CV with your application.Only those shortlisted will be asked to provide certified copies of their qualifications and other documents, not older than 6 months, on the day of the interview.
Please apply for each position separately, making sure to mention the correct reference number for each one.
Please note that all application costs are the applicant’s responsibility.The department will only communicate with shortlisted candidates.If you haven’t been contacted within three months of the closing date, your application is considered unsuccessful.Do not call the department to ask about the status of your application.
Once shortlisted, further checks will be done, such as security clearance, verification of qualifications, and criminal record checks.
Your appointment will be provisional until these checks are completed.If you are unable to get a security clearance, your appointment will be reviewed or may be terminated.Fingerprints might be taken on the day of the interview.
This advertisement will also be used to create a database of eligible candidates.If the Department of Correctional Services (DCS) receives funding from the South African Safety and Security Sector Education and Training Authority (SASSETA) for the 2026/27 and 2027/28 financial years, these candidates may be considered for future internships.
It is important to note that the stipend for SASSETA–funded internships may be different from that of the Public Service Graduate Internship Programme funded by DCS.
Candidates must meet the minimum requirements for appointment.CVs should reflect how well they meet the job requirements and responsibilities.
The Department of Correctional Services reserves the right not to fill any of the advertised positions.