Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Additional Information
References
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Elvira Desiree Loss

Correctional Official
Upington

Summary

Trustworthy Correctional official with more than eighteen years service in a security environment, committed to reducing re-offending through focused rehabilitation. Proficient in daily operations, including headcounts, searches, and security processes. Remains calm under pressure to prevent and resolve incident escalations.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages

Work History

Procurement Officer

Department of Correctional Services
Upington
03.2016 - Current
  • Developed and strengthened supplier relationships.
  • Evaluated vendor performance regularly to maintain reliable supply chain operations and address issues promptly.
  • Maintained detailed records of all procurement activities for reference purposes as well as for auditing and compliance.
  • Managed procurement projects from initiation to completion, ensuring timely delivery of goods and services.
  • Ensured compliance with organizational policies, legal requirements, and industry standards in all procurement activities.
  • Supervise staff.

Correctional Officer

Department of Correctional Services
Upington
03.2007 - Current

Supervise prisoners in all aspects of prison activity for population safety.

Inspect and maintain of internal doors and external entrances and exits.

supervise daily activities of inmates, including work, recreation, and educational programs, to support rehabilitation.

Identify and rectify threats quickly to maintain a safe environment.

Document and report all incidents of non-compliance, contributing to continuous improvement of prison operations.

Conduct spot searches of prisoners to identify and confiscate dangerous and unauthorized items.

Complete searches of new inmates and visitors upon arrival, confiscate banned items for safety.

Maintain secure custody of prisoners, vigilantly prevent escapes and ensuring safety within the facility.

Report unusual activity and incidents in line with standard procedures.

Handling of offender complains and request daily.

Education

National Diploma - Diploma in Management

STADIO
Krugersdorp
01.2020 - 05.2023

National Senior Certificate -

Senior Secondary School Carlton Van Heerden
Upington, South Africa
01.2000 - 11.2000

Skills

Security equipment operation

Security procedure knowledge

Safeguarding policy knowledge

De-escalating behavior

Decision making

Interpersonal relationships

Customer service excellence

Relationship building

Computer literacy

Good communication, project and program skills

Bid process management

Additional Information

Drivers License

C1

References

Mrs. Gudula M.   CC Staff Support   0780535359

Mrs Mcguire BM.  ASD: SCM              0835295007

Timeline

National Diploma - Diploma in Management

STADIO
01.2020 - 05.2023

Procurement Officer

Department of Correctional Services
03.2016 - Current

Correctional Officer

Department of Correctional Services
03.2007 - Current

National Senior Certificate -

Senior Secondary School Carlton Van Heerden
01.2000 - 11.2000
Elvira Desiree LossCorrectional Official