Junior Developer (X2 Posts)

Closing date: 09 Nov 2026
Department: Department of Correctional Services

Reference number: HO 2026/11/77

Salary: R338 106 per annum

Centre: National Head Office

Requirements

Recognised National Diploma/Degree in Information Technology.
1-2 years’ working knowledge of software development.
Experience in developing intranet and internet websites.
Knowledge of basic coding language such as XML, XSL, HTML, JavaScript, VB Scrip, Visual Basic, COM, ASP< C#, SQL.
Database (i.e. oracle and MS SQL) knowledge will be an added advantage.
Valid driver’s licence.
Competencies And Attributes: Technical Knowledge.
Training in telephone etiquette.
Training in image projection.
Communication (verbal & written).
Interpersonal relations.
Time management.
Team Work.
Problem solving skills.
Analytical thinking.
Accountable.
Committed.
Disciplined.
Flexible.
Punctual.
Respect.
Self-confidence.
Integrity and honesty.
Professionalism.
Understanding of Public Service policy and legislative framework.
Service delivery and client orientation.

Duties

Develop and publish website content.
Writing stable code.
Internet and intranet maintenance.
Writing and maintaining code.
Monitoring the technical performance of internal systems.
Debugging code.
System documentation.
Maintain and customize existing application systems.
Analyse and implement new requirements.
Develop future application systems.
Ensuring quality of delivered solution.
Management of resources.
Management of performance information.

Enquiries

National Head Office: Ms NS Khumalo Tel No: (012) 307 2174 or Ms TP
Ngobeni Tel No: (012) 305 8589

Applications

should be submitted online at https://careers.dcs.gov.za/. Emailed, post or
hand delivered applications will not be considered.

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