Vice-Chairperson Term Of Office Will Be For A Period Of Five (5) Years Or As May Be Determined By The Minister In Line With Section 74 (7) Of The Correctional Services Act, Act 111 Of 1998. Salary : A Member Of The Board Will Be Remunerated On Monthly Rates Based On Category D Sub-Category D1 Of The Remuneration Of Statutory Boards As Defined By National Treasury Centre : Free State And Northern Cape Region: Bizzah Makhate

Requirements

A recognized and appropriate NQF level 7 qualification in any Criminal Justice field, Social Sciences or related. Proven 3 years supervisory role or community leadership experience as well as active involvement in community-based structures. Commitment to a corruption-free administration. A good standing with the community with extensive life experience. Proven special interest in the Criminal Justice System.

Key Responsibilities

Chair meetings in the absence of the Chairperson. Sign documents in the absence of the Chairperson. Participate in the analysis and evaluation of information in order to identify continuing risk/dangerousness in an individual offender’s case, where information may come from a variety of sources including electronic, paper documents, electronic updates and evidence given at oral hearings. Apply knowledge and judgement to offenders’ cases in order to decide whether they can safely be released into the community and recommend appropriate conditions where release is appropriate. Participate in the hearing of cases in order to assess risk while work collaboratively in making judgements about the available evidence and formulate a concise and structured summary of relevant factors to aide in reaching a decision or recommendation. Participate in report writing, assist in drafting seasoned summaries and assist the Chairperson in recommending a decision. Be an effective ambassador for the Parole Board when representing it at hearings or any other event.

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