CURRICULUM VITAE
Donald Vukudle Sihlongonyane
Mobile: +268-******** / +258-**-***-****
Email: ********************@*****.***
Personal Profile
Dedicated correctional officer with over 29 years of experience in supervising and ensuring the safety of inmates, escorting high-risk individuals, and managing operational duties within correctional facilities. Proven ability in leading teams, conducting training, and responding to emergency situations with professionalism and composure.
**Work Experience**
**Correctional Office**
Department of Correctional Services
1990 – 2010
- Supervised inmates in prison and during external activities, ensuring safety and adherence to regulations.
- Escorted inmates to hospitals, courts, and other locations, maintaining security protocols.
**Sergeant**
Rapid Response Unit
2010 – 2018
- Promoted to Sergeant and transferred to the Rapid Response Unit, where I underwent advanced training in firearms and ammunition skills.
- Participated in mixed forces training for police officers and correctional officers, specializing in protection units and response units, including royal protection and crowd control during protests and large events.
- Entrusted with the escort of high-risk prisoners and ensured their safety during transportation.
**Assistant Chief Officer**
2018 – 2019
- Promoted to Assistant Chief Officer, responsible for supervising and leading correctional operations.
- Conducted training for junior officers to maintain high standards of security and operational effectiveness.
**Chief Officer**
2019 – Present
- Currently serving as Chief Officer, overseeing daily operations within the correctional facility.
- Engaged in planning and implementing operational strategies to enhance security and efficiency.
- Responsible for maintaining equipment and ensuring readiness for any situation.
- Worked shifts based on situational needs, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability.
**Training and Certifications**
- Advanced Firearms and Ammunition Skills Course, Corrections Responsibilities
Hobbies & Interests
I enjoy reading books like Bible, solving puzzles, and socializing with Friends and Family. Languages
English
Siswati
Zulu
References
References available upon request