SOUTH AFRICAN POLICE SERVICE (SAPS)

PSYCHOLOGIST MANAGER (CLINICAL/COUNSELLING PSYCHOLOGIST) (COLONEL)

 LOCATION: Psychological Services: Intervention: Head Office, Pretoria 

LEVEL OF REMUNERATION: Band MMS, R 1 063 506 per annum 

REFERENCES: HRM 1/2026 (1 post) 

Generic Requirements: 

·       Be in possession of a Senior Certificate / Grade 12 / National Certificate (Vocational) recorded on the National Learner Record Database (NL-RD) on at least NQF level 4; 

·       Applicants must display competency in the post-specific functions of the post; 

·       Be proficient in at least two official languages, of which one must be English; 

·       Be a citizen of the Republic of South Africa of which documentary proof must be furnished on the day of interview; 

·       Must have no previous convictions or pending criminal / departmental or civil cases;

·       Must not have tattoo/s marks which will be visible when wearing any uniform of the Service; 

·       Computer Literacy; 

·       Interpersonal, communication and Organizational Skills; 

·       Analytical, Self-Management and Problem Solving Skills; 

·       Report Writing, presentation, development skills; 

·       Relevant courses in the field of the post may be an advantage. 

Additional Requirements: 

·       Must be in possession of a Master’s Degree in Research Psychology (accredited by SAQA on NQF level 9). 

·       Must be registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Research Psychologist and must submit proof of registration for 2026/2027 financial year. 

·       Must have (3) three years’ experience in the field of the post as a Research Psychologist, of which (1) one year should be on a supervisory level/ comparable level. 

·       Must be in possession of a valid driver’s license. 

·       Must be medically, physically, and mentally fit. 

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies: 

·       Computer literacy is essential, Communication, Professionalism, Planning and organizing, project management, Analytical thinking, Emotional intelligence and Data analytic Ability to statistically analyse and validate data. 

·       Design and Knowledge of computer systems for psychometric assessments. 

Core Functions: 

·       Develop and implement strategies, procedures and guidelines for the assessments with the organization. 

·       Capturing and processing of data including compiling of short lists, reports and feedback. 

·       Analysis and research on captured data. 

·       Validating all assessment batteries. 

·       Development of psychometric assessments. 

·       Job profiling. 

·       Provide multi-disciplinary support and ensure the rendering of a professional, integrated service and performing general admin. 

·       Manage Human, Physical and financial resources of the Sub-Section. 

General:

·       Closing date for applications: 31 July 2026. 

·       Only the official application form for Salary Level 2-12, (obtainable from SAPS website: https://www.saps.gov.zaand at all SAPS recruitment offices) will be accepted. The Z83 application form will not be accepted for these posts. All instructions on the application form must be adhered to, and all previous/ pending criminal/ disciplinary convictions must be declared. Failure to do so may result in your application being rejected. 

·       The post particulars and reference number of the post you are applying for, must be correctly specified on the application form. Please complete a separate application form for each post you wish to apply for. 

·       It is the responsibility of the applicants to submit applications timeously to the correct physical address as provided in the advertisement. Please note that applications submitted to an incorrect physical address will not be considered.

·       Late applications will not be accepted or considered. 

·       Your application form must be accompanied with a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV). 

·       Copies of applicant’s: Identity Document (ID), Senior Certificate and all post-school qualifications obtained (Diploma/ Degree as well as academic records), service certificates of previous employers stating the occupation, proof of relevant experience in the field of the post and motor vehicle driver’s license, must be attached to the application form (uncertified copies are accepted). 

·       Qualifications and driver’s licences submitted will be subjected to verification with the relevant institutions. 

·       Applicants must have no previous criminal convictions or pending criminal/ departmental cases and shall allow their fingerprints to be taken and background enquiries to be made. 

·       Short-listed candidates may be subjected to a full security clearance process before or during any stage of employment. 

·       Short-listed candidates will be subjected to a vetting process which will include security screening, fingerprint screening, reference checking and verification of address, where necessary. 

·       All short-listed candidates, including the SMS, may be expected to undergo a personal interview and shall undertake two pre-entry assessments, (a) a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements, as well as (b) an integrity assessment (ethical conduct). 

·       Short-listed candidates for appointments to certain identified posts will be vetted in terms of the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act, 2007 (Act No 32 of 2007) and the Children’s Act, 2005 (Act No 38 of 2005). A candidate whose particulars appear in either the National Register for Sex Offenders or Part B of the Child Protection Register, will be disqualified from appointment. 

·       Candidates are expected to disclose if he/ she is a respondent in an interim or final protection order in terms of the Domestic Violence Act, 1998 (Act no 116 of 1998) or Protection from Harassment Act, 2011 (Act No 17 of 2011), and may be disqualified from appointment. 

·       The Criminal Law (Forensic Procedures) Amendment Act, Act 37 of 2013 requires that all new appointments in the South African Police Service as from 31 January 2015 provide a buccal (inside cheek) sample to determine their forensic DNA profile. The forensic DNA profile derived from the sample will be loaded to the Elimination Index of the National Forensic DNA Database. 

·       Appointments will be made in terms of the South African Police Service Act, 1995 (Act No 68 of 1995). 

·       Persons who retired from the Public Service by taking a severance package, early retirement or medical retirement, as well as persons with previous convictions, are excluded. 

·       Applicants who are currently not appointed in terms of the SAPS Act will be expected to undergo medical assessment by a medical practitioner, before appointment, and must be found to be medically and psychologically fit. 

·       Applicants must comply with SAPS Dress Order prescripts, whereby they must not have any tattoo marks which will be visible when wearing any uniform of the Service. 

·       Incumbents appointed in terms of the SAPS Act will be expected to undergo Introductory Police Development Learning Programme at a SAPS academy determined by National Commissioner and will be expected to maintain the required minimum fitness level for SAPS Act members throughout his/ her service in SAPS. 

·       The South African Police Service is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and it is the intention to promote representivity in the Public Service through the filling of these posts. Persons whose transfer / appointment will promote representivity will therefore receive preference. 

·       The South African Police Service is under no obligation to fill a post after the advertisement thereof. 

·       Correspondence will be conducted with successful candidates only. 

·       If you have not been contacted within (3) three months after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. 

APPLICATIONS:

The SAPS application form can be obtained from any Recruitment Offices within the South African Police Service. Application forms must be forwarded to the following address(es): 

Hand delivered applications: Division: Human Resource Management, South African Police Service. Koedoe Building 236 Pretorius Street, Cnr Thabo Sehume (Andries) and Pretorius Street, Koedoe Arcade Pretoria, 0001. Alternatively, forward to the following email address: MakondoM@saps.gov.za;

Enquiries: Lt Col Motsepa/ Lt Col Libanyana / Human Resource Clerk Makondo/ at telephone: (012) 393 5076 / 5062/ 5060)

PSYCHOLOGIST SUPERVISOR (INDUSTRIAL PSYCHOLOGIST) (LIEUTENANT COLONEL)

LOCATION: Psychological Services: Norms, Policies and Standards: Head Office, Pretoria 

LEVEL OF REMUNERATION: Band D, R 602 232 per annum 

REFERENCES: HRM 2/2026 (1 post) 

Generic Requirements: 

·       Be in possession of a Senior Certificate / Grade 12 / National Certificate (Vocational) recorded on the National Learner Record Database (NL-RD) on at least NQF level 4; 

·       Applicants must display competency in the post-specific functions of the post; 

·       Be proficient in at least two official languages, of which one must be English; 

·       Be a citizen of the Republic of South Africa of which documentary proof must be furnished on the day of interview; 

·       Must have no previous convictions or pending criminal / departmental or civil cases;

·       Must not have tattoo/s marks which will be visible when wearing any uniform of the Service; 

·       Computer Literacy; 

·       Interpersonal, communication and Organizational Skills; 

·       Analytical, Self-Management and Problem Solving Skills; 

·       Report Writing, presentation, development skills; 

·       Relevant courses in the field of the post may be an advantage. 

Additional Requirements: 

·       Must be in possession of a Master’s Degree in Industrial Psychology (accredited by SAQA on NQF level 9). 

·       Must be registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as an Industrial Psychologist and must submit proof of registration for 2026/2027 financial year. 

·       Must have (3) three years’ experience in the field of the post as an Industrial Psychologist, of which (1) one year should be on a supervisory level/ comparable level. 

·       Must be in possession of a valid driver’s license. *Must be medically, physically, and mentally fit. 

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies: 

·       Communication, Professionalism, Planning and Organizing, project management, Analytical thinking and Emotional intelligence. 

·       To Provide development and Learning assessments services at the assessment centre, act as a specialist advisor to the client with regards to the assessment centre, develop SOP and policies with regards to Assessment centre. 

·       Coordinator and facilitate the assessment centre process including psychometric elements. 

Core Functions: 

·       Co-ordinate the Assessment Centre process according to National Instruction 5/2005. 

·       To ensure efficient resource management and administration of Assessment Centres. 

·       To review assessment centre processes and align with best practice standards. 

·       Job Profiling. 

·       Provide specialist and multi-disciplinary support to members of Psychological Services.

·       Deliver administrative duties related to office generic administration. 

·       Manage Human, Physical and Financial Resources of the Sub-Section. 

General:

·       Closing date for applications: 31 July 2026. 

·       Only the official application form for Salary Level 2-12, (obtainable from SAPS website: https://www.saps.gov.zaand at all SAPS recruitment offices) will be accepted. The Z83 application form will not be accepted for these posts. All instructions on the application form must be adhered to, and all previous/ pending criminal/ disciplinary convictions must be declared. Failure to do so may result in your application being rejected. 

·       The post particulars and reference number of the post you are applying for, must be correctly specified on the application form. Please complete a separate application form for each post you wish to apply for. 

·       It is the responsibility of the applicants to submit applications timeously to the correct physical address as provided in the advertisement. Please note that applications submitted to an incorrect physical address will not be considered.

·       Late applications will not be accepted or considered. 

·       Your application form must be accompanied with a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV). 

·       Copies of applicant’s: Identity Document (ID), Senior Certificate and all post-school qualifications obtained (Diploma/ Degree as well as academic records), service certificates of previous employers stating the occupation, proof of relevant experience in the field of the post and motor vehicle driver’s license, must be attached to the application form (uncertified copies are accepted). 

·       Qualifications and driver’s licences submitted will be subjected to verification with the relevant institutions. 

·       Applicants must have no previous criminal convictions or pending criminal/ departmental cases and shall allow their fingerprints to be taken and background enquiries to be made. 

·       Short-listed candidates may be subjected to a full security clearance process before or during any stage of employment. 

·       Short-listed candidates will be subjected to a vetting process which will include security screening, fingerprint screening, reference checking and verification of address, where necessary. 

·       All short-listed candidates, including the SMS, may be expected to undergo a personal interview and shall undertake two pre-entry assessments, (a) a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements, as well as (b) an integrity assessment (ethical conduct). 

·       Short-listed candidates for appointments to certain identified posts will be vetted in terms of the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act, 2007 (Act No 32 of 2007) and the Children’s Act, 2005 (Act No 38 of 2005). A candidate whose particulars appear in either the National Register for Sex Offenders or Part B of the Child Protection Register, will be disqualified from appointment. 

·       Candidates are expected to disclose if he/ she is a respondent in an interim or final protection order in terms of the Domestic Violence Act, 1998 (Act no 116 of 1998) or Protection from Harassment Act, 2011 (Act No 17 of 2011), and may be disqualified from appointment. 

·       The Criminal Law (Forensic Procedures) Amendment Act, Act 37 of 2013 requires that all new appointments in the South African Police Service as from 31 January 2015 provide a buccal (inside cheek) sample to determine their forensic DNA profile. The forensic DNA profile derived from the sample will be loaded to the Elimination Index of the National Forensic DNA Database. 

·       Appointments will be made in terms of the South African Police Service Act, 1995 (Act No 68 of 1995). 

·       Persons who retired from the Public Service by taking a severance package, early retirement or medical retirement, as well as persons with previous convictions, are excluded. 

·       Applicants who are currently not appointed in terms of the SAPS Act will be expected to undergo medical assessment by a medical practitioner, before appointment, and must be found to be medically and psychologically fit. 

·       Applicants must comply with SAPS Dress Order prescripts, whereby they must not have any tattoo marks which will be visible when wearing any uniform of the Service. 

·       Incumbents appointed in terms of the SAPS Act will be expected to undergo Introductory Police Development Learning Programme at a SAPS academy determined by National Commissioner and will be expected to maintain the required minimum fitness level for SAPS Act members throughout his/ her service in SAPS. 

·       The South African Police Service is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and it is the intention to promote representivity in the Public Service through the filling of these posts. Persons whose transfer / appointment will promote representivity will therefore receive preference. 

·       The South African Police Service is under no obligation to fill a post after the advertisement thereof. 

·       Correspondence will be conducted with successful candidates only. 

·       If you have not been contacted within (3) three months after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. 

APPLICATIONS:

The SAPS application form can be obtained from any Recruitment Offices within the South African Police Service. Application forms must be forwarded to the following address(es): 

Hand delivered applications: Division: Human Resource Management, South African Police Service. Koedoe Building 236 Pretorius Street, Cnr Thabo Sehume (Andries) and Pretorius Street, Koedoe Arcade Pretoria, 0001. Alternatively, forward to the following email address: MakondoM@saps.gov.za;

Enquiries: Lt Col Motsepa/ Lt Col Libanyana / Human Resource Clerk Makondo/ at telephone: (012) 393 5076 / 5062/ 5060)

PSYCHOLOGIST SUPERVISOR (INDUSTRIAL PSYCHOLOGIST) (LIEUTENANT COLONEL) 

LOCATION: Psychological Services: Norms, Policies and Standards: Head Office, Pretoria 

LEVEL OF REMUNERATION: Band D, R 602 232 per annum 

REFERENCES: HRM 3/2026 (1 post)

Generic Requirements: 

·       Be in possession of a Senior Certificate / Grade 12 / National Certificate (Vocational) recorded on the National Learner Record Database (NL-RD) on at least NQF level 4; 

·       Applicants must display competency in the post-specific functions of the post; 

·       Be proficient in at least two official languages, of which one must be English; 

·       Be a citizen of the Republic of South Africa of which documentary proof must be furnished on the day of interview; 

·       Must have no previous convictions or pending criminal / departmental or civil cases;

·       Must not have tattoo/s marks which will be visible when wearing any uniform of the Service; 

·       Computer Literacy; 

·       Interpersonal, communication and Organizational Skills; 

·       Analytical, Self-Management and Problem Solving Skills; 

·       Report Writing, presentation, development skills; 

·       Relevant courses in the field of the post may be an advantage. 

Additional Requirements: 

·       Must be in possession of a Master’s Degree in Industrial Psychology (accredited by SAQA on NQF level 9). 

·       Must be registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as an Industrial Psychologist and must submit proof of registration for 2026/2027 financial year. 

·       Must have (3) three years’ experience in the field of the post as an Industrial Psychologist, of which (1) one year should be on a supervisory level/ comparable level. 

·       Must be in possession of a valid driver’s license. 

·       Must be medically, physically, and mentally fit. 

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies: 

·       Communication, Professionalism, Planning and Organizing, Project Management, Analytical thinking and Emotional Intelligence. Compile, validate and development of Norm and Standards for specialised assessments. 

·       Coordination and administration of specialised assessments for different units with the South African Police Services. Profile of the competencies, skills and personality traits for specific jobs at Specialized Units. 

·       Development of psychometric assessments. 

Core Functions: 

·       Co-ordinate selection of personnel for Specialised Units. 

·       Compile a profile of the competencies, skills and personality traits for specific jobs at Specialized Units. 

·       Compile, validate and communicate selection batteries for individual Specialised Units to Provincial and District offices of Psychological Service. 

·       Train interns and members of Psychological Services. 

·       Provide specialist and multi-disciplinary support to members of Psychological Services.

·       Manage Human, Physical and financial resources of the Sub- Section 

General:

·       Closing date for applications: 31 July 2026. 

·       Only the official application form for Salary Level 2-12, (obtainable from SAPS website: https://www.saps.gov.zaand at all SAPS recruitment offices) will be accepted. The Z83 application form will not be accepted for these posts. All instructions on the application form must be adhered to, and all previous/ pending criminal/ disciplinary convictions must be declared. Failure to do so may result in your application being rejected. 

·       The post particulars and reference number of the post you are applying for, must be correctly specified on the application form. Please complete a separate application form for each post you wish to apply for. 

·       It is the responsibility of the applicants to submit applications timeously to the correct physical address as provided in the advertisement. Please note that applications submitted to an incorrect physical address will not be considered.

·       Late applications will not be accepted or considered. 

·       Your application form must be accompanied with a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV). 

·       Copies of applicant’s: Identity Document (ID), Senior Certificate and all post-school qualifications obtained (Diploma/ Degree as well as academic records), service certificates of previous employers stating the occupation, proof of relevant experience in the field of the post and motor vehicle driver’s license, must be attached to the application form (uncertified copies are accepted). 

·       Qualifications and driver’s licences submitted will be subjected to verification with the relevant institutions. 

·       Applicants must have no previous criminal convictions or pending criminal/ departmental cases and shall allow their fingerprints to be taken and background enquiries to be made. 

·       Short-listed candidates may be subjected to a full security clearance process before or during any stage of employment. 

·       Short-listed candidates will be subjected to a vetting process which will include security screening, fingerprint screening, reference checking and verification of address, where necessary. 

·       All short-listed candidates, including the SMS, may be expected to undergo a personal interview and shall undertake two pre-entry assessments, (a) a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements, as well as (b) an integrity assessment (ethical conduct). 

·       Short-listed candidates for appointments to certain identified posts will be vetted in terms of the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act, 2007 (Act No 32 of 2007) and the Children’s Act, 2005 (Act No 38 of 2005). A candidate whose particulars appear in either the National Register for Sex Offenders or Part B of the Child Protection Register, will be disqualified from appointment. 

·       Candidates are expected to disclose if he/ she is a respondent in an interim or final protection order in terms of the Domestic Violence Act, 1998 (Act no 116 of 1998) or Protection from Harassment Act, 2011 (Act No 17 of 2011), and may be disqualified from appointment. 

·       The Criminal Law (Forensic Procedures) Amendment Act, Act 37 of 2013 requires that all new appointments in the South African Police Service as from 31 January 2015 provide a buccal (inside cheek) sample to determine their forensic DNA profile. The forensic DNA profile derived from the sample will be loaded to the Elimination Index of the National Forensic DNA Database. 

·       Appointments will be made in terms of the South African Police Service Act, 1995 (Act No 68 of 1995). 

·       Persons who retired from the Public Service by taking a severance package, early retirement or medical retirement, as well as persons with previous convictions, are excluded. 

·       Applicants who are currently not appointed in terms of the SAPS Act will be expected to undergo medical assessment by a medical practitioner, before appointment, and must be found to be medically and psychologically fit. 

·       Applicants must comply with SAPS Dress Order prescripts, whereby they must not have any tattoo marks which will be visible when wearing any uniform of the Service. 

·       Incumbents appointed in terms of the SAPS Act will be expected to undergo Introductory Police Development Learning Programme at a SAPS academy determined by National Commissioner and will be expected to maintain the required minimum fitness level for SAPS Act members throughout his/ her service in SAPS. 

·       The South African Police Service is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and it is the intention to promote representivity in the Public Service through the filling of these posts. Persons whose transfer / appointment will promote representivity will therefore receive preference. 

·       The South African Police Service is under no obligation to fill a post after the advertisement thereof. 

·       Correspondence will be conducted with successful candidates only. 

·       If you have not been contacted within (3) three months after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. 

APPLICATIONS:

The SAPS application form can be obtained from any Recruitment Offices within the South African Police Service. Application forms must be forwarded to the following address(es): 

Hand delivered applications: Division: Human Resource Management, South African Police Service. Koedoe Building 236 Pretorius Street, Cnr Thabo Sehume (Andries) and Pretorius Street, Koedoe Arcade Pretoria, 0001. Alternatively, forward to the following email address: MakondoM@saps.gov.za;

Enquiries: Lt Col Motsepa/ Lt Col Libanyana / Human Resource Clerk Makondo/ at telephone: (012) 393 5076 / 5062/ 5060)

PSYCHOLOGIST SUPERVISOR (RESEARCH PSYCHOLOGIST) (LIEUTENANT COLONEL) 

LOCATION: Psychological Services: Norms, Policies and Standards: Head Office, Pretoria LEVEL OF REMUNERATION: Band D, R 602 232 per annum 

REFERENCES: HRM 4/2026 (1 post) 

Generic Requirements: 

·       Be in possession of a Senior Certificate / Grade 12 / National Certificate (Vocational) recorded on the National Learner Record Database (NL-RD) on at least NQF level 4; 

·       Applicants must display competency in the post-specific functions of the post; 

·       Be proficient in at least two official languages, of which one must be English; 

·       Be a citizen of the Republic of South Africa of which documentary proof must be furnished on the day of interview; 

·       Must have no previous convictions or pending criminal / departmental or civil cases;

·       Must not have tattoo/s marks which will be visible when wearing any uniform of the Service; 

·       Computer Literacy; 

·       Interpersonal, communication and Organizational Skills; 

·       Analytical, Self-Management and Problem Solving Skills; 

·       Report Writing, presentation, development skills; 

·       Relevant courses in the field of the post may be an advantage. 

Additional Requirements: 

·       Must be in possession of a Master’s Degree in Research Psychology (accredited by SAQA on NQF level 9). 

·       Must be registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Research Psychologist and must submit proof of registration for 2026/2027 financial year. 

·       Must have (3) three years’ experience in the field of the post as a Research Psychologist, of which (1) one year should be on a supervisory level/ comparable level. 

·       Must be in possession of a valid driver’s license. 

·       Must be medically, physically, and mentally fit. 

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies: 

·       Computer literacy is essential, Communication, Professionalism, Planning and organizing, project management, Analytical thinking, Emotional intelligence and Data analytic Ability to statistically analyse and validate data. 

·       Design and Knowledge of computer systems for psychometric assessments. 

Core Functions: 

·       Develop and implement strategies, procedures and guidelines for the assessments with the organization. 

·       Capturing and processing of data including compiling of short lists, reports and feedback. 

·       Analysis and research on captured data. 

·       Validating all assessment batteries. 

·       Development of psychometric assessments. 

·       Job profiling. 

·       Provide multi-disciplinary support and ensure the rendering of a professional, integrated service and performing general admin. 

·       Manage Human, Physical and financial resources of the Sub-Section. 

General:

·       Closing date for applications: 31 July 2026. 

·       Only the official application form for Salary Level 2-12, (obtainable from SAPS website: https://www.saps.gov.zaand at all SAPS recruitment offices) will be accepted. The Z83 application form will not be accepted for these posts. All instructions on the application form must be adhered to, and all previous/ pending criminal/ disciplinary convictions must be declared. Failure to do so may result in your application being rejected. 

·       The post particulars and reference number of the post you are applying for, must be correctly specified on the application form. Please complete a separate application form for each post you wish to apply for. 

·       It is the responsibility of the applicants to submit applications timeously to the correct physical address as provided in the advertisement. Please note that applications submitted to an incorrect physical address will not be considered.

·       Late applications will not be accepted or considered. 

·       Your application form must be accompanied with a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV). 

·       Copies of applicant’s: Identity Document (ID), Senior Certificate and all post-school qualifications obtained (Diploma/ Degree as well as academic records), service certificates of previous employers stating the occupation, proof of relevant experience in the field of the post and motor vehicle driver’s license, must be attached to the application form (uncertified copies are accepted). 

·       Qualifications and driver’s licences submitted will be subjected to verification with the relevant institutions. 

·       Applicants must have no previous criminal convictions or pending criminal/ departmental cases and shall allow their fingerprints to be taken and background enquiries to be made. 

·       Short-listed candidates may be subjected to a full security clearance process before or during any stage of employment. 

·       Short-listed candidates will be subjected to a vetting process which will include security screening, fingerprint screening, reference checking and verification of address, where necessary. 

·       All short-listed candidates, including the SMS, may be expected to undergo a personal interview and shall undertake two pre-entry assessments, (a) a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements, as well as (b) an integrity assessment (ethical conduct). 

·       Short-listed candidates for appointments to certain identified posts will be vetted in terms of the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act, 2007 (Act No 32 of 2007) and the Children’s Act, 2005 (Act No 38 of 2005). A candidate whose particulars appear in either the National Register for Sex Offenders or Part B of the Child Protection Register, will be disqualified from appointment. 

·       Candidates are expected to disclose if he/ she is a respondent in an interim or final protection order in terms of the Domestic Violence Act, 1998 (Act no 116 of 1998) or Protection from Harassment Act, 2011 (Act No 17 of 2011), and may be disqualified from appointment. 

·       The Criminal Law (Forensic Procedures) Amendment Act, Act 37 of 2013 requires that all new appointments in the South African Police Service as from 31 January 2015 provide a buccal (inside cheek) sample to determine their forensic DNA profile. The forensic DNA profile derived from the sample will be loaded to the Elimination Index of the National Forensic DNA Database. 

·       Appointments will be made in terms of the South African Police Service Act, 1995 (Act No 68 of 1995). 

·       Persons who retired from the Public Service by taking a severance package, early retirement or medical retirement, as well as persons with previous convictions, are excluded. 

·       Applicants who are currently not appointed in terms of the SAPS Act will be expected to undergo medical assessment by a medical practitioner, before appointment, and must be found to be medically and psychologically fit. 

·       Applicants must comply with SAPS Dress Order prescripts, whereby they must not have any tattoo marks which will be visible when wearing any uniform of the Service. 

·       Incumbents appointed in terms of the SAPS Act will be expected to undergo Introductory Police Development Learning Programme at a SAPS academy determined by National Commissioner and will be expected to maintain the required minimum fitness level for SAPS Act members throughout his/ her service in SAPS. 

·       The South African Police Service is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and it is the intention to promote representivity in the Public Service through the filling of these posts. Persons whose transfer / appointment will promote representivity will therefore receive preference. 

·       The South African Police Service is under no obligation to fill a post after the advertisement thereof. 

·       Correspondence will be conducted with successful candidates only. 

·       If you have not been contacted within (3) three months after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. 

APPLICATIONS:

The SAPS application form can be obtained from any Recruitment Offices within the South African Police Service. Application forms must be forwarded to the following address(es): 

Hand delivered applications: Division: Human Resource Management, South African Police Service. Koedoe Building 236 Pretorius Street, Cnr Thabo Sehume (Andries) and Pretorius Street, Koedoe Arcade Pretoria, 0001. Alternatively, forward to the following email address: MakondoM@saps.gov.za;

Enquiries: Lt Col Motsepa/ Lt Col Libanyana / Human Resource Clerk Makondo/ at telephone: (012) 393 5076 / 5062/ 5060)

HUMAN RESOURCE PRACTITIONER (CAPTAIN) 

LOCATION: Quality of Work Life: HIV & AIDS, STIs and TB (HAST): Head Office, Pretoria 

LEVEL OF REMUNERATION: Band C, R 480 144 per annum 

REFERENCES: HRM 5/2026 (1 post) 

Generic Requirements: 

·       Be in possession of a Senior Certificate / Grade 12 / National Certificate (Vocational) recorded on the National Learner Record Database (NL-RD) on at least NQF level 4; 

·       Applicants must display competency in the post-specific functions of the post; 

·       Be proficient in at least two official languages, of which one must be English; 

·       Be a citizen of the Republic of South Africa of which documentary proof must be furnished on the day of interview; 

·       Must have no previous convictions or pending criminal / departmental or civil cases;

·       Must not have tattoo/s marks which will be visible when wearing any uniform of the Service; 

·       Computer Literacy; 

·       Interpersonal, communication and Organizational Skills; 

·       Analytical, Self-Management and Problem Solving Skills; 

·       Report Writing, presentation, development skills; 

·       Relevant courses in the field of the post may be an advantage. 

Additional Requirements: 

·       Must be in position of a (3) three-year Degree in Nursing Science, Social Work, Psychology or related qualification (accredited by SAQA on NQF level 7 or higher). 

·       Must have (2) two years’ experience in the implementation of HIV & AIDS, STIs, TB (HAST) and COVID-19 management. 

·       Must be registered with the relevant professional regulatory/ legislative body and must submit proof of registration for 2026/2027 financial year. 

·       Project management certificate will be an added advantage. 

·       Must be in possession of a valid driver’s license. *Must be medically, physically, and mentally fit. 

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies: 

·       Knowledge of relevant legislation and policies. 

·       Must have the ability to work with diverse groups. 

·       Must have good interpersonal, communication, presentation/group facilitation, problem solving and administrative skills. 

·       Be conversant with the latest National Strategic Plan (NSP) for HIV & AIDS, STIs and TB. 

·       Be well conversant with the DPSA Strategic Framework for Employee Health and Wellness (EHW) and any other relevant legislation. 

·       General Computer literacy (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Office, MS Power Point, Outlook). 

·       Demonstrate competency in acting independently, Professionally, Accountable and with Credibility. 

·       Good verbal and written communication skills. 

·       Strong interpersonal skills. 

·       Report writing. 

·       Presentation Skills, Problem Solving, Sound Planning, Organizing and Administration skills, Strong Analytical. 

Core Functions: 

·       Implement, monitor and review the HIV & AIDS, STI’s and TB, Covid wellness process development (strategies/policy/guidelines/business plan). 

·       Facilitate the implementation of HAST interventions in the Head Office Divisions. 

·       Manage human and physical resources allocated to HAST Sub-Section. 

·       Establish and sustain partnership with internal and external stakeholders. 

·       Management of information, monitoring and evaluation process within the immediate environment. 

·       Manage Human, Physical and Financial Resources of the Sub-Section. 

General:

·       Closing date for applications: 31 July 2026. 

·       Only the official application form for Salary Level 2-12, (obtainable from SAPS website: https://www.saps.gov.zaand at all SAPS recruitment offices) will be accepted. The Z83 application form will not be accepted for these posts. All instructions on the application form must be adhered to, and all previous/ pending criminal/ disciplinary convictions must be declared. Failure to do so may result in your application being rejected. 

·       The post particulars and reference number of the post you are applying for, must be correctly specified on the application form. Please complete a separate application form for each post you wish to apply for. 

·       It is the responsibility of the applicants to submit applications timeously to the correct physical address as provided in the advertisement. Please note that applications submitted to an incorrect physical address will not be considered.

·       Late applications will not be accepted or considered. 

·       Your application form must be accompanied with a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV). 

·       Copies of applicant’s: Identity Document (ID), Senior Certificate and all post-school qualifications obtained (Diploma/ Degree as well as academic records), service certificates of previous employers stating the occupation, proof of relevant experience in the field of the post and motor vehicle driver’s license, must be attached to the application form (uncertified copies are accepted). 

·       Qualifications and driver’s licences submitted will be subjected to verification with the relevant institutions. 

·       Applicants must have no previous criminal convictions or pending criminal/ departmental cases and shall allow their fingerprints to be taken and background enquiries to be made. 

·       Short-listed candidates may be subjected to a full security clearance process before or during any stage of employment. 

·       Short-listed candidates will be subjected to a vetting process which will include security screening, fingerprint screening, reference checking and verification of address, where necessary. 

·       All short-listed candidates, including the SMS, may be expected to undergo a personal interview and shall undertake two pre-entry assessments, (a) a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements, as well as (b) an integrity assessment (ethical conduct). 

·       Short-listed candidates for appointments to certain identified posts will be vetted in terms of the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act, 2007 (Act No 32 of 2007) and the Children’s Act, 2005 (Act No 38 of 2005). A candidate whose particulars appear in either the National Register for Sex Offenders or Part B of the Child Protection Register, will be disqualified from appointment. 

·       Candidates are expected to disclose if he/ she is a respondent in an interim or final protection order in terms of the Domestic Violence Act, 1998 (Act no 116 of 1998) or Protection from Harassment Act, 2011 (Act No 17 of 2011), and may be disqualified from appointment. 

·       The Criminal Law (Forensic Procedures) Amendment Act, Act 37 of 2013 requires that all new appointments in the South African Police Service as from 31 January 2015 provide a buccal (inside cheek) sample to determine their forensic DNA profile. The forensic DNA profile derived from the sample will be loaded to the Elimination Index of the National Forensic DNA Database. 

·       Appointments will be made in terms of the South African Police Service Act, 1995 (Act No 68 of 1995). 

·       Persons who retired from the Public Service by taking a severance package, early retirement or medical retirement, as well as persons with previous convictions, are excluded. 

·       Applicants who are currently not appointed in terms of the SAPS Act will be expected to undergo medical assessment by a medical practitioner, before appointment, and must be found to be medically and psychologically fit. 

·       Applicants must comply with SAPS Dress Order prescripts, whereby they must not have any tattoo marks which will be visible when wearing any uniform of the Service. 

·       Incumbents appointed in terms of the SAPS Act will be expected to undergo Introductory Police Development Learning Programme at a SAPS academy determined by National Commissioner and will be expected to maintain the required minimum fitness level for SAPS Act members throughout his/ her service in SAPS. 

·       The South African Police Service is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and it is the intention to promote representivity in the Public Service through the filling of these posts. Persons whose transfer / appointment will promote representivity will therefore receive preference. 

·       The South African Police Service is under no obligation to fill a post after the advertisement thereof. 

·       Correspondence will be conducted with successful candidates only. 

·       If you have not been contacted within (3) three months after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. 

APPLICATIONS:

The SAPS application form can be obtained from any Recruitment Offices within the South African Police Service. Application forms must be forwarded to the following address(es): 

Hand delivered applications: Division: Human Resource Management, South African Police Service. Koedoe Building 236 Pretorius Street, Cnr Thabo Sehume (Andries) and Pretorius Street, Koedoe Arcade Pretoria, 0001. Alternatively, forward to the following email address: MakondoM@saps.gov.za;

Enquiries: Lt Col Motsepa/ Lt Col Libanyana / Human Resource Clerk Makondo/ at telephone: (012) 393 5076 / 5062/ 5060)

HUMAN RESOURCE PRACTITIONER (CAPTAIN) 

LOCATION: Quality of Work Life: Disability Management, Head Office, Pretoria 

LEVEL OF REMUNERATION: Band C, R 480 144 per annum 

REFERENCES: HRM 6/2026 (1 post) 

Generic Requirements: 

·       Be in possession of a Senior Certificate / Grade 12 / National Certificate (Vocational) recorded on the National Learner Record Database (NL-RD) on at least NQF level 4; 

·       Applicants must display competency in the post-specific functions of the post; 

·       Be proficient in at least two official languages, of which one must be English; 

·       Be a citizen of the Republic of South Africa of which documentary proof must be furnished on the day of interview; 

·       Must have no previous convictions or pending criminal / departmental or civil cases;

·       Must not have tattoo/s marks which will be visible when wearing any uniform of the Service; 

·       Computer Literacy; 

·       Interpersonal, communication and Organizational Skills; 

·       Analytical, Self-Management and Problem Solving Skills; 

·       Report Writing, presentation, development skills; 

·       Relevant courses in the field of the post may be an advantage. 

Additional Requirements: 

·       Must be in position of a (3) three-year Degree in Nursing Science, Social Work, Psychology, or related qualification (accredited by SAQA on NQF level 7 or higher). 

·       Must have with two (2) experience in the implementation of Disability Management. 

·       Must be registered with the relevant professional regulatory/ legislative body and submit proof of valid registration for 2026/2027 financial year. 

·       Project management certificate will be an added advantage. 

·       Must be in possession of a valid driver’s license. 

·       Must be medically, physically, and mentally fit. 

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies: 

·       Knowledge of relevant legislation and policies. 

·       Must have the ability to work with diverse groups. 

·       Have good interpersonal, communication, presentation/group facilitation, problem solving and administrative skills. 

·       Be well conversant with the DPSA Strategic Framework for Employee Health and Wellness (EHW) and any other relevant legislation. 

·       General Computer literacy (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Office, MS Power Point, Outlook). 

·       Demonstrate competency in acting independently, Professionally, Accountable and with Credibility. 

·       Good verbal and written communication skills. 

·       Strong interpersonal skills. 

·       Report writing. 

·       Presentation Skills, Problem Solving, Sound Planning, Organizing and Administration skills, Strong Analytical. 

Core Functions: 

·       Promote non-discriminatory and non-stigmatized environment for employees with disabilities in the SAPS. 

·       Create a barrier free workplace environment for persons with disabilities. 

·       Ensure implementation of effective administration of disability management programmes in SAPS. 

·       Manage financial and physical resources allocated to the sub-section: disability management. 

General:

·       Closing date for applications: 31 July 2026. 

·       Only the official application form for Salary Level 2-12, (obtainable from SAPS website: https://www.saps.gov.zaand at all SAPS recruitment offices) will be accepted. The Z83 application form will not be accepted for these posts. All instructions on the application form must be adhered to, and all previous/ pending criminal/ disciplinary convictions must be declared. Failure to do so may result in your application being rejected. 

·       The post particulars and reference number of the post you are applying for, must be correctly specified on the application form. Please complete a separate application form for each post you wish to apply for. 

·       It is the responsibility of the applicants to submit applications timeously to the correct physical address as provided in the advertisement. Please note that applications submitted to an incorrect physical address will not be considered.

·       Late applications will not be accepted or considered. 

·       Your application form must be accompanied with a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV). 

·       Copies of applicant’s: Identity Document (ID), Senior Certificate and all post-school qualifications obtained (Diploma/ Degree as well as academic records), service certificates of previous employers stating the occupation, proof of relevant experience in the field of the post and motor vehicle driver’s license, must be attached to the application form (uncertified copies are accepted). 

·       Qualifications and driver’s licences submitted will be subjected to verification with the relevant institutions. 

·       Applicants must have no previous criminal convictions or pending criminal/ departmental cases and shall allow their fingerprints to be taken and background enquiries to be made. 

·       Short-listed candidates may be subjected to a full security clearance process before or during any stage of employment. 

·       Short-listed candidates will be subjected to a vetting process which will include security screening, fingerprint screening, reference checking and verification of address, where necessary. 

·       All short-listed candidates, including the SMS, may be expected to undergo a personal interview and shall undertake two pre-entry assessments, (a) a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements, as well as (b) an integrity assessment (ethical conduct). 

·       Short-listed candidates for appointments to certain identified posts will be vetted in terms of the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act, 2007 (Act No 32 of 2007) and the Children’s Act, 2005 (Act No 38 of 2005). A candidate whose particulars appear in either the National Register for Sex Offenders or Part B of the Child Protection Register, will be disqualified from appointment. 

·       Candidates are expected to disclose if he/ she is a respondent in an interim or final protection order in terms of the Domestic Violence Act, 1998 (Act no 116 of 1998) or Protection from Harassment Act, 2011 (Act No 17 of 2011), and may be disqualified from appointment. 

·       The Criminal Law (Forensic Procedures) Amendment Act, Act 37 of 2013 requires that all new appointments in the South African Police Service as from 31 January 2015 provide a buccal (inside cheek) sample to determine their forensic DNA profile. The forensic DNA profile derived from the sample will be loaded to the Elimination Index of the National Forensic DNA Database. 

·       Appointments will be made in terms of the South African Police Service Act, 1995 (Act No 68 of 1995). 

·       Persons who retired from the Public Service by taking a severance package, early retirement or medical retirement, as well as persons with previous convictions, are excluded. 

·       Applicants who are currently not appointed in terms of the SAPS Act will be expected to undergo medical assessment by a medical practitioner, before appointment, and must be found to be medically and psychologically fit. 

·       Applicants must comply with SAPS Dress Order prescripts, whereby they must not have any tattoo marks which will be visible when wearing any uniform of the Service. 

·       Incumbents appointed in terms of the SAPS Act will be expected to undergo Introductory Police Development Learning Programme at a SAPS academy determined by National Commissioner and will be expected to maintain the required minimum fitness level for SAPS Act members throughout his/ her service in SAPS. 

·       The South African Police Service is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and it is the intention to promote representivity in the Public Service through the filling of these posts. Persons whose transfer / appointment will promote representivity will therefore receive preference. 

·       The South African Police Service is under no obligation to fill a post after the advertisement thereof. 

·       Correspondence will be conducted with successful candidates only. 

·       If you have not been contacted within (3) three months after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. 

APPLICATIONS:

The SAPS application form can be obtained from any Recruitment Offices within the South African Police Service. Application forms must be forwarded to the following address(es): 

Hand delivered applications: Division: Human Resource Management, South African Police Service. Koedoe Building 236 Pretorius Street, Cnr Thabo Sehume (Andries) and Pretorius Street, Koedoe Arcade Pretoria, 0001. Alternatively, forward to the following email address: MakondoM@saps.gov.za;

Enquiries: Lt Col Motsepa/ Lt Col Libanyana / Human Resource Clerk Makondo/ at telephone: (012) 393 5076 / 5062/ 5060)

SENIOR SOCIAL WORKER (CAPTAIN)

LOCATION: Social Worker Services, Head Office, Pretoria 

LEVEL OF REMUNERATION: Band C, R 480 144 per annum 

REFERENCES: HRM 7/2026 (1 post) 

Generic Requirements: 

·       Be in possession of a Senior Certificate / Grade 12 / National Certificate (Vocational) recorded on the National Learner Record Database (NL-RD) on at least NQF level 4; 

·       Applicants must display competency in the post-specific functions of the post; 

·       Be proficient in at least two official languages, of which one must be English; 

·       Be a citizen of the Republic of South Africa of which documentary proof must be furnished on the day of interview; 

·       Must have no previous convictions or pending criminal / departmental or civil cases;

·       Must not have tattoo/s marks which will be visible when wearing any uniform of the Service; 

·       Computer Literacy; 

·       Interpersonal, communication and Organizational Skills; 

·       Analytical, Self-Management and Problem Solving Skills; 

·       Report Writing, presentation, development skills; 

·       Relevant courses in the field of the post may be an advantage. 

Additional Requirements: 

·       Must be in position of a (4) four-year Degree in Social Work registered (accredited by SAQA on at least a NQF level 7 or higher level). 

·       Must be registered with the South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP) as a Social Worker and submit proof of valid registration for 2026/2027 financial year. 

·       Must have (2) years’ experience in the field of the post as a Social Worker. 

·       Extensive knowledge of relevant legislation and policies. 

·       Must be prepared to work in a multi-disciplinary team and be able to market Social Work Services. Successful candidate must be willing to travel and attend courses when required. 

·       Experience in facilitation/presentation; supervision/Management experience will be an advantage. 

·       Be in possession of a valid driver’s license. 

·       Must be medically, physically, and mentally fit. 

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies: 

·       Knowledge of relevant legislation and policies. 

·       Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team and be able to market Social Work Services. 

·       Successful candidate must be willing to travel and attend courses when required. *Good verbal and written communication skills. 

·       General Computer literacy (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Office, MS Power Point, Outlook). 

·       Demonstrate competency in acting independently, Professionally, Accountable and with Credibility. 

·       Good verbal and written communication skills. 

·       Strong interpersonal skills. 

·       Report writing. 

·       Presentation Skills, Problem Solving, Sound Planning, Organizing and Administration skills, Strong Analytical. 

Core Functions: 

·       Render comprehensive occupational social work services to the client system by means of Social Work Services’ Proactively Interventions. 

·       Render comprehensive occupational social work services to the client system by means of Restorative Interventions. 

·       Render comprehensive occupational social work services to the client system by means of application of Social Work Community Work Model. 

·       Comply with regard to governance, standards and Management Information. 

·       Support the maintenance and sustenance of National Head Office Social Work Financial Wellness Desk. 

·       Manage Human, Physical and Financial Resources of the Sub-Section 

General:

·       Closing date for applications: 31 July 2026. 

·       Only the official application form for Salary Level 2-12, (obtainable from SAPS website: https://www.saps.gov.zaand at all SAPS recruitment offices) will be accepted. The Z83 application form will not be accepted for these posts. All instructions on the application form must be adhered to, and all previous/ pending criminal/ disciplinary convictions must be declared. Failure to do so may result in your application being rejected. 

·       The post particulars and reference number of the post you are applying for, must be correctly specified on the application form. Please complete a separate application form for each post you wish to apply for. 

·       It is the responsibility of the applicants to submit applications timeously to the correct physical address as provided in the advertisement. Please note that applications submitted to an incorrect physical address will not be considered.

·       Late applications will not be accepted or considered. 

·       Your application form must be accompanied with a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV). 

·       Copies of applicant’s: Identity Document (ID), Senior Certificate and all post-school qualifications obtained (Diploma/ Degree as well as academic records), service certificates of previous employers stating the occupation, proof of relevant experience in the field of the post and motor vehicle driver’s license, must be attached to the application form (uncertified copies are accepted). 

·       Qualifications and driver’s licences submitted will be subjected to verification with the relevant institutions. 

·       Applicants must have no previous criminal convictions or pending criminal/ departmental cases and shall allow their fingerprints to be taken and background enquiries to be made. 

·       Short-listed candidates may be subjected to a full security clearance process before or during any stage of employment. 

·       Short-listed candidates will be subjected to a vetting process which will include security screening, fingerprint screening, reference checking and verification of address, where necessary. 

·       All short-listed candidates, including the SMS, may be expected to undergo a personal interview and shall undertake two pre-entry assessments, (a) a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements, as well as (b) an integrity assessment (ethical conduct). 

·       Short-listed candidates for appointments to certain identified posts will be vetted in terms of the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act, 2007 (Act No 32 of 2007) and the Children’s Act, 2005 (Act No 38 of 2005). A candidate whose particulars appear in either the National Register for Sex Offenders or Part B of the Child Protection Register, will be disqualified from appointment. 

·       Candidates are expected to disclose if he/ she is a respondent in an interim or final protection order in terms of the Domestic Violence Act, 1998 (Act no 116 of 1998) or Protection from Harassment Act, 2011 (Act No 17 of 2011), and may be disqualified from appointment. 

·       The Criminal Law (Forensic Procedures) Amendment Act, Act 37 of 2013 requires that all new appointments in the South African Police Service as from 31 January 2015 provide a buccal (inside cheek) sample to determine their forensic DNA profile. The forensic DNA profile derived from the sample will be loaded to the Elimination Index of the National Forensic DNA Database. 

·       Appointments will be made in terms of the South African Police Service Act, 1995 (Act No 68 of 1995). 

·       Persons who retired from the Public Service by taking a severance package, early retirement or medical retirement, as well as persons with previous convictions, are excluded. 

·       Applicants who are currently not appointed in terms of the SAPS Act will be expected to undergo medical assessment by a medical practitioner, before appointment, and must be found to be medically and psychologically fit. 

·       Applicants must comply with SAPS Dress Order prescripts, whereby they must not have any tattoo marks which will be visible when wearing any uniform of the Service. 

·       Incumbents appointed in terms of the SAPS Act will be expected to undergo Introductory Police Development Learning Programme at a SAPS academy determined by National Commissioner and will be expected to maintain the required minimum fitness level for SAPS Act members throughout his/ her service in SAPS. 

·       The South African Police Service is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and it is the intention to promote representivity in the Public Service through the filling of these posts. Persons whose transfer / appointment will promote representivity will therefore receive preference. 

·       The South African Police Service is under no obligation to fill a post after the advertisement thereof. 

·       Correspondence will be conducted with successful candidates only. 

·       If you have not been contacted within (3) three months after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. 

APPLICATIONS:

The SAPS application form can be obtained from any Recruitment Offices within the South African Police Service. Application forms must be forwarded to the following address(es): 

Hand delivered applications: Division: Human Resource Management, South African Police Service. Koedoe Building 236 Pretorius Street, Cnr Thabo Sehume (Andries) and Pretorius Street, Koedoe Arcade Pretoria, 0001. Alternatively, forward to the following email address: MakondoM@saps.gov.za;

Enquiries: Lt Col Motsepa/ Lt Col Libanyana / Human Resource Clerk Makondo/ at telephone: (012) 393 5076 / 5062/ 5060)

CHAPLAIN (WARRANT OFFICER)

LOCATION: Spiritual Services, Head Office, Pretoria 

LEVEL OF REMUNERATION: Band B1, R 385 740 per annum 

REFERENCES: HRM 8/2026 (1 post) 

Generic Requirements: 

·       Be in possession of a Senior Certificate / Grade 12 / National Certificate (Vocational) recorded on the National Learner Record Database (NL-RD) on at least NQF level 4; 

·       Applicants must display competency in the post-specific functions of the post; 

·       Be proficient in at least two official languages, of which one must be English; 

·       Be a citizen of the Republic of South Africa of which documentary proof must be furnished on the day of interview; 

·       Must have no previous convictions or pending criminal / departmental or civil cases;

·       Must not have tattoo/s marks which will be visible when wearing any uniform of the Service; 

·       Computer Literacy; 

·       Interpersonal, communication and Organizational Skills; 

·       Analytical, Self-Management and Problem Solving Skills; 

·       Report Writing, presentation, development skills; 

·       Relevant courses in the field of the post may be an advantage. 

Additional Requirements: 

·       Must be in possession of at least a (3) three-year Diploma / Degree in Theology (accredited by SAQA on NQF 6 level or higher). 

·       Proof of academic record of qualification/s from recognized institution. 

·       Proof of a valid Ordination certificate as preacher (i.e. minister of religion) recognised by the current ecclesiastical denomination concerned. 

·       Must submit proof of a valid good standing certificate issued by the current ecclesiastical denomination concerned. 

·       Must have at least (1) one year proven post-ordination experience as a minister of religion. 

·       Must be in possession of a valid driver’s license. 

·       Must be medically, physically, and mentally fit. 

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies: 

·       Must be able to work in a diverse group, have good interpersonal, communication, facilitation and presentation, monitoring and evaluation, report writing, problem solving, conflict resolution and computer skills (Ms Word, Ms Power Point and Ms Office Outlook). 

Core Functions: 

·       Provide Interventions required and report on performance of proactive and reactive interventions. 

·       Present approved proactive priority programmes for the financial year 2026/2027. 

·       Participate in an integrated Spiritual Services and EHW events for SAPS employee in collaboration with faith-based organisations. 

·       Provide an integrated reactive Spiritual Interventions to SAPS employees and their immediate families. 

·       Provide effective bereavement Spiritual Interventions to SAPS employees and their immediate families 

·       Render general administrative, logistical requirements and standby duties. *Spiritual Services and the Employee Health and Wellness policies. 

General:

·       Closing date for applications: 31 July 2026. 

·       Only the official application form for Salary Level 2-12, (obtainable from SAPS website: https://www.saps.gov.zaand at all SAPS recruitment offices) will be accepted. The Z83 application form will not be accepted for these posts. All instructions on the application form must be adhered to, and all previous/ pending criminal/ disciplinary convictions must be declared. Failure to do so may result in your application being rejected. 

·       The post particulars and reference number of the post you are applying for, must be correctly specified on the application form. Please complete a separate application form for each post you wish to apply for. 

·       It is the responsibility of the applicants to submit applications timeously to the correct physical address as provided in the advertisement. Please note that applications submitted to an incorrect physical address will not be considered.

·       Late applications will not be accepted or considered. 

·       Your application form must be accompanied with a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV). 

·       Copies of applicant’s: Identity Document (ID), Senior Certificate and all post-school qualifications obtained (Diploma/ Degree as well as academic records), service certificates of previous employers stating the occupation, proof of relevant experience in the field of the post and motor vehicle driver’s license, must be attached to the application form (uncertified copies are accepted). 

·       Qualifications and driver’s licences submitted will be subjected to verification with the relevant institutions. 

·       Applicants must have no previous criminal convictions or pending criminal/ departmental cases and shall allow their fingerprints to be taken and background enquiries to be made. 

·       Short-listed candidates may be subjected to a full security clearance process before or during any stage of employment. 

·       Short-listed candidates will be subjected to a vetting process which will include security screening, fingerprint screening, reference checking and verification of address, where necessary. 

·       All short-listed candidates, including the SMS, may be expected to undergo a personal interview and shall undertake two pre-entry assessments, (a) a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements, as well as (b) an integrity assessment (ethical conduct). 

·       Short-listed candidates for appointments to certain identified posts will be vetted in terms of the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act, 2007 (Act No 32 of 2007) and the Children’s Act, 2005 (Act No 38 of 2005). A candidate whose particulars appear in either the National Register for Sex Offenders or Part B of the Child Protection Register, will be disqualified from appointment. 

·       Candidates are expected to disclose if he/ she is a respondent in an interim or final protection order in terms of the Domestic Violence Act, 1998 (Act no 116 of 1998) or Protection from Harassment Act, 2011 (Act No 17 of 2011), and may be disqualified from appointment. 

·       The Criminal Law (Forensic Procedures) Amendment Act, Act 37 of 2013 requires that all new appointments in the South African Police Service as from 31 January 2015 provide a buccal (inside cheek) sample to determine their forensic DNA profile. The forensic DNA profile derived from the sample will be loaded to the Elimination Index of the National Forensic DNA Database. 

·       Appointments will be made in terms of the South African Police Service Act, 1995 (Act No 68 of 1995). 

·       Persons who retired from the Public Service by taking a severance package, early retirement or medical retirement, as well as persons with previous convictions, are excluded. 

·       Applicants who are currently not appointed in terms of the SAPS Act will be expected to undergo medical assessment by a medical practitioner, before appointment, and must be found to be medically and psychologically fit. 

·       Applicants must comply with SAPS Dress Order prescripts, whereby they must not have any tattoo marks which will be visible when wearing any uniform of the Service. 

·       Incumbents appointed in terms of the SAPS Act will be expected to undergo Introductory Police Development Learning Programme at a SAPS academy determined by National Commissioner and will be expected to maintain the required minimum fitness level for SAPS Act members throughout his/ her service in SAPS. 

·       The South African Police Service is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and it is the intention to promote representivity in the Public Service through the filling of these posts. Persons whose transfer / appointment will promote representivity will therefore receive preference. 

·       The South African Police Service is under no obligation to fill a post after the advertisement thereof. 

·       Correspondence will be conducted with successful candidates only. 

·       If you have not been contacted within (3) three months after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. 

APPLICATIONS:

The SAPS application form can be obtained from any Recruitment Offices within the South African Police Service. Application forms must be forwarded to the following address(es): 

Hand delivered applications: Division: Human Resource Management, South African Police Service. Koedoe Building 236 Pretorius Street, Cnr Thabo Sehume (Andries) and Pretorius Street, Koedoe Arcade Pretoria, 0001. Alternatively, forward to the following email address: MakondoM@saps.gov.za;

Enquiries: Lt Col Motsepa/ Lt Col Libanyana / Human Resource Clerk Makondo/ at telephone: (012) 393 5076 / 5062/ 5060)

CHAPLAIN (VIPRA/ GURU/ PUNDIT) (WARRANT OFFICER) 

LOCATION: Spiritual Services, Head Office, Pretoria 

LEVEL OF REMUNERATION: Band B1, R 385 740 per annum 

REFERENCES: HRM 9/2026 (1 post) 

Generic Requirements: 

·       Be in possession of a Senior Certificate / Grade 12 / National Certificate (Vocational) recorded on the National Learner Record Database (NL-RD) on at least NQF level 4; 

·       Applicants must display competency in the post-specific functions of the post; 

·       Be proficient in at least two official languages, of which one must be English; 

·       Be a citizen of the Republic of South Africa of which documentary proof must be furnished on the day of interview; 

·       Must have no previous convictions or pending criminal / departmental or civil cases;

·       Must not have tattoo/s marks which will be visible when wearing any uniform of the Service; 

·       Computer Literacy; 

·       Interpersonal, communication and Organizational Skills; 

·       Analytical, Self-Management and Problem Solving Skills; 

·       Report Writing, presentation, development skills; 

·       Relevant courses in the field of the post may be an advantage. 

Additional Requirements: 

·       Must be initiated as a Hindu priest or spiritual leader and registered with a recognised Hindu Organisation. 

·       A (3) three-year Diploma/ Degree in any field of study (accredited by SAQA on NQF 6 level or higher) will be advantageous. 

·       Proof of Academic Record of qualification/s from recognized academic institution. 

·       A religious-related qualification will be advantageous. 

·       Proof of a valid initiation certificate as priest or spiritual leader. 

·       Applicant must submit a valid good standing certificate issued by an established and recognised Hindu religious organisation. 

·       Must have at least one (1) year proven post-initiation experience as a Hindu priest/ spiritual leader. 

·       Must be in possession of a valid driver’s license. 

·       Must be medically, physically, and mentally fit. 

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies: 

·       Must have strong interpersonal and cross-cultural communication skills, group facilitation and presentation abilities, conflict resolution and problem-solving expertise. 

·       Proficiency in MS Office, experience with virtual service delivery platforms and programme development and evaluation skills will be advantageous. 

·       Must be in possession of a valid driver’s license. 

·       Must be medically, physically, and mentally fit. 

Core Functions: 

·       Lead spiritual interventions across SAPS Divisions. 

·       Develop and implement professional spiritual support programmes to SAPS employees 

·       Provide spiritual care and guidance to SAPS employees and families. 

·       Create spiritual wellness initiatives. 

·       Establish and maintain religious support networks. 

·       Design and deliver proactive wellness programmes. 

·       Implement multi-disciplinary health and wellness interventions. 

·       Develop and maintain Spiritual Services protocols. 

·       Provide Expert guidance on Hindu religious matters. 

·       Facilitate interfaith understanding and cooperation. 

General:

·       Closing date for applications: 31 July 2026. 

·       Only the official application form for Salary Level 2-12, (obtainable from SAPS website: https://www.saps.gov.zaand at all SAPS recruitment offices) will be accepted. The Z83 application form will not be accepted for these posts. All instructions on the application form must be adhered to, and all previous/ pending criminal/ disciplinary convictions must be declared. Failure to do so may result in your application being rejected. 

·       The post particulars and reference number of the post you are applying for, must be correctly specified on the application form. Please complete a separate application form for each post you wish to apply for. 

·       It is the responsibility of the applicants to submit applications timeously to the correct physical address as provided in the advertisement. Please note that applications submitted to an incorrect physical address will not be considered.

·       Late applications will not be accepted or considered. 

·       Your application form must be accompanied with a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV). 

·       Copies of applicant’s: Identity Document (ID), Senior Certificate and all post-school qualifications obtained (Diploma/ Degree as well as academic records), service certificates of previous employers stating the occupation, proof of relevant experience in the field of the post and motor vehicle driver’s license, must be attached to the application form (uncertified copies are accepted). 

·       Qualifications and driver’s licences submitted will be subjected to verification with the relevant institutions. 

·       Applicants must have no previous criminal convictions or pending criminal/ departmental cases and shall allow their fingerprints to be taken and background enquiries to be made. 

·       Short-listed candidates may be subjected to a full security clearance process before or during any stage of employment. 

·       Short-listed candidates will be subjected to a vetting process which will include security screening, fingerprint screening, reference checking and verification of address, where necessary. 

·       All short-listed candidates, including the SMS, may be expected to undergo a personal interview and shall undertake two pre-entry assessments, (a) a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements, as well as (b) an integrity assessment (ethical conduct). 

·       Short-listed candidates for appointments to certain identified posts will be vetted in terms of the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act, 2007 (Act No 32 of 2007) and the Children’s Act, 2005 (Act No 38 of 2005). A candidate whose particulars appear in either the National Register for Sex Offenders or Part B of the Child Protection Register, will be disqualified from appointment. 

·       Candidates are expected to disclose if he/ she is a respondent in an interim or final protection order in terms of the Domestic Violence Act, 1998 (Act no 116 of 1998) or Protection from Harassment Act, 2011 (Act No 17 of 2011), and may be disqualified from appointment. 

·       The Criminal Law (Forensic Procedures) Amendment Act, Act 37 of 2013 requires that all new appointments in the South African Police Service as from 31 January 2015 provide a buccal (inside cheek) sample to determine their forensic DNA profile. The forensic DNA profile derived from the sample will be loaded to the Elimination Index of the National Forensic DNA Database. 

·       Appointments will be made in terms of the South African Police Service Act, 1995 (Act No 68 of 1995).

·       Persons who retired from the Public Service by taking a severance package, early retirement or medical retirement, as well as persons with previous convictions, are excluded. 

·       Applicants who are currently not appointed in terms of the SAPS Act will be expected to undergo medical assessment by a medical practitioner, before appointment, and must be found to be medically and psychologically fit. 

·       Applicants must comply with SAPS Dress Order prescripts, whereby they must not have any tattoo marks which will be visible when wearing any uniform of the Service. 

·       Incumbents appointed in terms of the SAPS Act will be expected to undergo Introductory Police Development Learning Programme at a SAPS academy determined by National Commissioner and will be expected to maintain the required minimum fitness level for SAPS Act members throughout his/ her service in SAPS. 

·       The South African Police Service is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and it is the intention to promote representivity in the Public Service through the filling of these posts. Persons whose transfer / appointment will promote representivity will therefore receive preference. 

·       The South African Police Service is under no obligation to fill a post after the advertisement thereof. 

·       Correspondence will be conducted with successful candidates only. 

·       If you have not been contacted within (3) three months after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. 

APPLICATIONS:

The SAPS application form can be obtained from any Recruitment Offices within the South African Police Service. Application forms must be forwarded to the following address(es): 

Hand delivered applications: Division: Human Resource Management, South African Police Service. Koedoe Building 236 Pretorius Street, Cnr Thabo Sehume (Andries) and Pretorius Street, Koedoe Arcade Pretoria, 0001. Alternatively, forward to the following email address: MakondoM@saps.gov.za;

Enquiries: Lt Col Motsepa/ Lt Col Libanyana / Human Resource Clerk Makondo/ at telephone: (012) 393 5076 / 5062/ 5060)

PERSONNEL PRACTITIONER (WARRANT OFFICER) 

LOCATION: Quality of Work Life, Head Office, Pretoria 

LEVEL OF REMUNERATION: Band B1, R 385 740 per annum 

REFERENCES: HRM 10/2026 (1 post) 

Generic Requirements: 

·       Be in possession of a Senior Certificate / Grade 12 / National Certificate (Vocational) recorded on the National Learner Record Database (NL-RD) on at least NQF level 4; 

·       Applicants must display competency in the post-specific functions of the post; 

·       Be proficient in at least two official languages, of which one must be English; 

·       Be a citizen of the Republic of South Africa of which documentary proof must be furnished on the day of interview; 

·       Must have no previous convictions or pending criminal / departmental or civil cases;

·       Must not have tattoo/s marks which will be visible when wearing any uniform of the Service; 

·       Computer Literacy; 

·       Interpersonal, communication and Organizational Skills; 

·       Analytical, Self-Management and Problem Solving Skills; 

·       Report Writing, presentation, development skills; 

·       Relevant courses in the field of the post may be an advantage. 

Additional Requirements: 

·       Must be in possession of a (3) three-year Degree/ Diploma in Nursing or Social Sciences or related field of study (accredited by SAQA on at least a NQF level 6 or higher level). 

·       One (1) year experience in implementing HIV& AIDS, STIs & TB programmes will be an added advantage. 

·       Must be registered with the relevant professional regulatory/ legislative body and submit proof of valid registration for 2026/2027 financial year. 

·       Project management certificates will be an added advantage. 

·       Must be in possession of a valid driver’s license. 

·       Must be medically, physically and mentally fit. 

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies: 

·       Knowledge of relevant legislation and policies. 

·       Good verbal and written communication skills. 

·       General Computer literacy (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Office, MS Power Point, Outlook). 

·       Demonstrate competency in acting independently, Professionally, Accountable and with Credibility. 

·       Good verbal and written communication skills. 

·       Strong interpersonal skills. 

·       Report writing. 

·       Presentation Skills, Problem Solving, Sound Planning, Organizing and Administration skills, Strong Analytical. 

Core Functions: 

·       Create a barrier free work environment for persons with disabilities. 

·       Ensure the creation of equal opportunities for persons with disabilities. 

·       Promote a non-discriminatory, caring and supportive environment for employees with disabilities. 

·       Ensure the mainstream of disability matters within the SAPS. 

·       Monitor and evaluate all disability management programmes and projects to measure impact. 

·       Implement effective administration processes and HRM Principles. 

General:

·       Closing date for applications: 31 July 2026. 

·       Only the official application form for Salary Level 2-12, (obtainable from SAPS website: https://www.saps.gov.zaand at all SAPS recruitment offices) will be accepted. The Z83 application form will not be accepted for these posts. All instructions on the application form must be adhered to, and all previous/ pending criminal/ disciplinary convictions must be declared. Failure to do so may result in your application being rejected. 

·       The post particulars and reference number of the post you are applying for, must be correctly specified on the application form. Please complete a separate application form for each post you wish to apply for. 

·       It is the responsibility of the applicants to submit applications timeously to the correct physical address as provided in the advertisement. Please note that applications submitted to an incorrect physical address will not be considered.

·       Late applications will not be accepted or considered. 

·       Your application form must be accompanied with a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV). 

·       Copies of applicant’s: Identity Document (ID), Senior Certificate and all post-school qualifications obtained (Diploma/ Degree as well as academic records), service certificates of previous employers stating the occupation, proof of relevant experience in the field of the post and motor vehicle driver’s license, must be attached to the application form (uncertified copies are accepted). 

·       Qualifications and driver’s licences submitted will be subjected to verification with the relevant institutions. 

·       Applicants must have no previous criminal convictions or pending criminal/ departmental cases and shall allow their fingerprints to be taken and background enquiries to be made. 

·       Short-listed candidates may be subjected to a full security clearance process before or during any stage of employment. 

·       Short-listed candidates will be subjected to a vetting process which will include security screening, fingerprint screening, reference checking and verification of address, where necessary. 

·       All short-listed candidates, including the SMS, may be expected to undergo a personal interview and shall undertake two pre-entry assessments, (a) a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements, as well as (b) an integrity assessment (ethical conduct). 

·       Short-listed candidates for appointments to certain identified posts will be vetted in terms of the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act, 2007 (Act No 32 of 2007) and the Children’s Act, 2005 (Act No 38 of 2005). A candidate whose particulars appear in either the National Register for Sex Offenders or Part B of the Child Protection Register, will be disqualified from appointment. 

·       Candidates are expected to disclose if he/ she is a respondent in an interim or final protection order in terms of the Domestic Violence Act, 1998 (Act no 116 of 1998) or Protection from Harassment Act, 2011 (Act No 17 of 2011), and may be disqualified from appointment. 

·       The Criminal Law (Forensic Procedures) Amendment Act, Act 37 of 2013 requires that all new appointments in the South African Police Service as from 31 January 2015 provide a buccal (inside cheek) sample to determine their forensic DNA profile. The forensic DNA profile derived from the sample will be loaded to the Elimination Index of the National Forensic DNA Database. 

·       Appointments will be made in terms of the South African Police Service Act, 1995 (Act No 68 of 1995). 

·       Persons who retired from the Public Service by taking a severance package, early retirement or medical retirement, as well as persons with previous convictions, are excluded. 

·       Applicants who are currently not appointed in terms of the SAPS Act will be expected to undergo medical assessment by a medical practitioner, before appointment, and must be found to be medically and psychologically fit. 

·       Applicants must comply with SAPS Dress Order prescripts, whereby they must not have any tattoo marks which will be visible when wearing any uniform of the Service. 

·       Incumbents appointed in terms of the SAPS Act will be expected to undergo Introductory Police Development Learning Programme at a SAPS academy determined by National Commissioner and will be expected to maintain the required minimum fitness level for SAPS Act members throughout his/ her service in SAPS. 

·       The South African Police Service is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and it is the intention to promote representivity in the Public Service through the filling of these posts. Persons whose transfer / appointment will promote representivity will therefore receive preference. 

·       The South African Police Service is under no obligation to fill a post after the advertisement thereof. 

·       Correspondence will be conducted with successful candidates only. 

·       If you have not been contacted within (3) three months after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. 

APPLICATIONS:

The SAPS application form can be obtained from any Recruitment Offices within the South African Police Service. Application forms must be forwarded to the following address(es): 

Hand delivered applications: Division: Human Resource Management, South African Police Service. Koedoe Building 236 Pretorius Street, Cnr Thabo Sehume (Andries) and Pretorius Street, Koedoe Arcade Pretoria, 0001. Alternatively, forward to the following email address: MakondoM@saps.gov.za;

Enquiries: Lt Col Motsepa/ Lt Col Libanyana / Human Resource Clerk Makondo/ at telephone: (012) 393 5076 / 5062/ 5060)

SOCIAL WORKER (WARRANT OFFICER) 

LOCATION: Social Worker Services, Head Office, Pretoria

LEVEL OF REMUNERATION: Band B1, R 385 740 per annum 

REFERENCES: HRM 11/2026 (1 post) 

Generic Requirements: 

·       Be in possession of a Senior Certificate / Grade 12 / National Certificate (Vocational) recorded on the National Learner Record Database (NL-RD) on at least NQF level 4; 

·       Applicants must display competency in the post-specific functions of the post; 

·       Be proficient in at least two official languages, of which one must be English; 

·       Be a citizen of the Republic of South Africa of which documentary proof must be furnished on the day of interview; 

·       Must have no previous convictions or pending criminal / departmental or civil cases;

·       Must not have tattoo/s marks which will be visible when wearing any uniform of the Service; 

·       Computer Literacy; 

·       Interpersonal, communication and Organizational Skills; 

·       Analytical, Self-Management and Problem Solving Skills; 

·       Report Writing, presentation, development skills; 

·       Relevant courses in the field of the post may be an advantage. 

Additional Requirements: 

·       Must be in possession of a (4) four-year Degree in Social Work registered (accredited by SAQA on at least a NQF level 7 or higher level). 

·       Must be registered with the South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP) as a Social Worker and submit proof of valid registration for 2026/2027 financial year. 

·       Extensive knowledge of relevant legislation and policies. 

·       Must be prepared to work in a multi-disciplinary team and be able to market Social Work Services. Successful candidate must be willing to travel and attend courses when required. 

·       Experience in facilitation/ presentation, supervision/ management experience will be an advantage. 

·       Must be in possession of a valid driver’s license. 

·       Must be medically, physically, and mentally fit. 

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies: 

·       Extensive knowledge of relevant legislation and policies. 

·       Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team and be able to market Social Work Services. 

·       Successful candidates must be willing to travel and attend courses when required. 

·       Good verbal and written communication skills. 

·       General Computer literacy (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Office, MS Power Point, Outlook). 

·       Demonstrate competency in acting independently, Professionally, Accountable and with Credibility. 

·       Good verbal and written communication skills. 

·       Strong interpersonal skills. 

·       Report writing. 

·       Presentation Skills, Problem Solving, Sound Planning, Organizing and Administration skills, Strong Analytical. 

Core Functions: 

·       Render comprehensive occupational social work services to the client system by means of Social Work Services’ Proactively Interventions. 

·       Render comprehensive occupational social work services to the client system by means of Restorative Interventions. 

·       Render comprehensive occupational social work services to the client system by means of application of Social Work Community Work Model. 

·       Comply with regard to governance, standards and Management Information. 

·       Support the maintenance and sustenance of National Head Office Social Work Services’ Movement Desk. 

General:

·       Closing date for applications: 31 July 2026. 

·       Only the official application form for Salary Level 2-12, (obtainable from SAPS website: https://www.saps.gov.zaand at all SAPS recruitment offices) will be accepted. The Z83 application form will not be accepted for these posts. All instructions on the application form must be adhered to, and all previous/ pending criminal/ disciplinary convictions must be declared. Failure to do so may result in your application being rejected. 

·       The post particulars and reference number of the post you are applying for, must be correctly specified on the application form. Please complete a separate application form for each post you wish to apply for. 

·       It is the responsibility of the applicants to submit applications timeously to the correct physical address as provided in the advertisement. Please note that applications submitted to an incorrect physical address will not be considered.

·       Late applications will not be accepted or considered. 

·       Your application form must be accompanied with a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV). 

·       Copies of applicant’s: Identity Document (ID), Senior Certificate and all post-school qualifications obtained (Diploma/ Degree as well as academic records), service certificates of previous employers stating the occupation, proof of relevant experience in the field of the post and motor vehicle driver’s license, must be attached to the application form (uncertified copies are accepted). 

·       Qualifications and driver’s licences submitted will be subjected to verification with the relevant institutions. 

·       Applicants must have no previous criminal convictions or pending criminal/ departmental cases and shall allow their fingerprints to be taken and background enquiries to be made. 

·       Short-listed candidates may be subjected to a full security clearance process before or during any stage of employment. 

·       Short-listed candidates will be subjected to a vetting process which will include security screening, fingerprint screening, reference checking and verification of address, where necessary. 

·       All short-listed candidates, including the SMS, may be expected to undergo a personal interview and shall undertake two pre-entry assessments, (a) a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements, as well as (b) an integrity assessment (ethical conduct). 

·       Short-listed candidates for appointments to certain identified posts will be vetted in terms of the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act, 2007 (Act No 32 of 2007) and the Children’s Act, 2005 (Act No 38 of 2005). A candidate whose particulars appear in either the National Register for Sex Offenders or Part B of the Child Protection Register, will be disqualified from appointment. 

·       Candidates are expected to disclose if he/ she is a respondent in an interim or final protection order in terms of the Domestic Violence Act, 1998 (Act no 116 of 1998) or Protection from Harassment Act, 2011 (Act No 17 of 2011), and may be disqualified from appointment. 

·       The Criminal Law (Forensic Procedures) Amendment Act, Act 37 of 2013 requires that all new appointments in the South African Police Service as from 31 January 2015 provide a buccal (inside cheek) sample to determine their forensic DNA profile. The forensic DNA profile derived from the sample will be loaded to the Elimination Index of the National Forensic DNA Database. 

·       Appointments will be made in terms of the South African Police Service Act, 1995 (Act No 68 of 1995). 

·       Persons who retired from the Public Service by taking a severance package, early retirement or medical retirement, as well as persons with previous convictions, are excluded. 

·       Applicants who are currently not appointed in terms of the SAPS Act will be expected to undergo medical assessment by a medical practitioner, before appointment, and must be found to be medically and psychologically fit. 

·       Applicants must comply with SAPS Dress Order prescripts, whereby they must not have any tattoo marks which will be visible when wearing any uniform of the Service. 

·       Incumbents appointed in terms of the SAPS Act will be expected to undergo Introductory Police Development Learning Programme at a SAPS academy determined by National Commissioner and will be expected to maintain the required minimum fitness level for SAPS Act members throughout his/ her service in SAPS. 

·       The South African Police Service is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and it is the intention to promote representivity in the Public Service through the filling of these posts. Persons whose transfer / appointment will promote representivity will therefore receive preference. 

·       The South African Police Service is under no obligation to fill a post after the advertisement thereof. 

·       Correspondence will be conducted with successful candidates only. 

·       If you have not been contacted within (3) three months after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. 

APPLICATIONS:

The SAPS application form can be obtained from any Recruitment Offices within the South African Police Service. Application forms must be forwarded to the following address(es): 

Hand delivered applications: Division: Human Resource Management, South African Police Service. Koedoe Building 236 Pretorius Street, Cnr Thabo Sehume (Andries) and Pretorius Street, Koedoe Arcade Pretoria, 0001. Alternatively, forward to the following email address: MakondoM@saps.gov.za;

Enquiries: Lt Col Motsepa/ Lt Col Libanyana / Human Resource Clerk Makondo/ at telephone: (012) 393 5076 / 5062/ 5060)

ORGANISATIONAL DEVELOPMENT PRACTITIONER (WARRANT OFFICER) 

LOCATION: Business Process Management and Change Management, Head Office, Pretoria 

LEVEL OF REMUNERATION: Band B1, R 385 740 per annum 

REFERENCES: HRM 12/2026 (1 post) 

Generic Requirements: 

·       Be in possession of a Senior Certificate / Grade 12 / National Certificate (Vocational) recorded on the National Learner Record Database (NL-RD) on at least NQF level 4; 

·       Applicants must display competency in the post-specific functions of the post; 

·       Be proficient in at least two official languages, of which one must be English; 

·       Be a citizen of the Republic of South Africa of which documentary proof must be furnished on the day of interview; 

·       Must have no previous convictions or pending criminal / departmental or civil cases;

·       Must not have tattoo/s marks which will be visible when wearing any uniform of the Service; 

·       Computer Literacy; 

·       Interpersonal, communication and Organizational Skills; 

·       Analytical, Self-Management and Problem Solving Skills; 

·       Report Writing, presentation, development skills; 

·       Relevant courses in the field of the post may be an advantage. 

Additional Requirements: 

·       Must be in possession of a (3) three-year Diploma / Degree in Management Services / Organizational Effectiveness, Operations / Production Management) or any relevant National Diploma or Degree PLUS Management Services Certificate (accredited by SAQA on NQF 6 level or higher). 

·       Experience in the field of the post may serve as an added advantage. 

·       Must be in possession of a valid driver’s license. 

·       Must be medically, physically, and mentally fit. 

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies: 

·       Knowledge of relevant prescripts applicable to the Public Service. 

·       Good verbal and written communication skills. 

·       General Computer literacy (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Office, MS Power Point, Outlook). 

·       Demonstrate competency in acting independently, Professionally, Accountable and with Credibility. 

·       Good verbal and written communication skills. 

·       Strong interpersonal skills. 

·       Report writing. 

·       Presentation Skills, Problem Solving, Sound Planning, Organizing and Administration skills, Strong Analytical. 

Core Functions: 

·       Undertaking Organization and Work Study investigations on the following: Organizational, Functional and Post structures, Process Design and Development (BPR) and Business Analysis; 

·       Office layout and accommodation need analysis. 

·       Organizational performance and analysis. 

·       Form Design. 

General:

·       Closing date for applications: 31 July 2026. 

·       Only the official application form for Salary Level 2-12, (obtainable from SAPS website: https://www.saps.gov.zaand at all SAPS recruitment offices) will be accepted. The Z83 application form will not be accepted for these posts. All instructions on the application form must be adhered to, and all previous/ pending criminal/ disciplinary convictions must be declared. Failure to do so may result in your application being rejected. 

·       The post particulars and reference number of the post you are applying for, must be correctly specified on the application form. Please complete a separate application form for each post you wish to apply for. 

·       It is the responsibility of the applicants to submit applications timeously to the correct physical address as provided in the advertisement. Please note that applications submitted to an incorrect physical address will not be considered.

·       Late applications will not be accepted or considered. 

·       Your application form must be accompanied with a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV). 

·       Copies of applicant’s: Identity Document (ID), Senior Certificate and all post-school qualifications obtained (Diploma/ Degree as well as academic records), service certificates of previous employers stating the occupation, proof of relevant experience in the field of the post and motor vehicle driver’s license, must be attached to the application form (uncertified copies are accepted). 

·       Qualifications and driver’s licences submitted will be subjected to verification with the relevant institutions. 

·       Applicants must have no previous criminal convictions or pending criminal/ departmental cases and shall allow their fingerprints to be taken and background enquiries to be made. 

·       Short-listed candidates may be subjected to a full security clearance process before or during any stage of employment. 

·       Short-listed candidates will be subjected to a vetting process which will include security screening, fingerprint screening, reference checking and verification of address, where necessary. 

·       All short-listed candidates, including the SMS, may be expected to undergo a personal interview and shall undertake two pre-entry assessments, (a) a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements, as well as (b) an integrity assessment (ethical conduct). 

·       Short-listed candidates for appointments to certain identified posts will be vetted in terms of the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act, 2007 (Act No 32 of 2007) and the Children’s Act, 2005 (Act No 38 of 2005). A candidate whose particulars appear in either the National Register for Sex Offenders or Part B of the Child Protection Register, will be disqualified from appointment. 

·       Candidates are expected to disclose if he/ she is a respondent in an interim or final protection order in terms of the Domestic Violence Act, 1998 (Act no 116 of 1998) or Protection from Harassment Act, 2011 (Act No 17 of 2011), and may be disqualified from appointment. 

·       The Criminal Law (Forensic Procedures) Amendment Act, Act 37 of 2013 requires that all new appointments in the South African Police Service as from 31 January 2015 provide a buccal (inside cheek) sample to determine their forensic DNA profile. The forensic DNA profile derived from the sample will be loaded to the Elimination Index of the National Forensic DNA Database. 

·       Appointments will be made in terms of the South African Police Service Act, 1995 (Act No 68 of 1995). 

·       Persons who retired from the Public Service by taking a severance package, early retirement or medical retirement, as well as persons with previous convictions, are excluded. 

·       Applicants who are currently not appointed in terms of the SAPS Act will be expected to undergo medical assessment by a medical practitioner, before appointment, and must be found to be medically and psychologically fit. 

·       Applicants must comply with SAPS Dress Order prescripts, whereby they must not have any tattoo marks which will be visible when wearing any uniform of the Service. 

·       Incumbents appointed in terms of the SAPS Act will be expected to undergo Introductory Police Development Learning Programme at a SAPS academy determined by National Commissioner and will be expected to maintain the required minimum fitness level for SAPS Act members throughout his/ her service in SAPS. 

·       The South African Police Service is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and it is the intention to promote representivity in the Public Service through the filling of these posts. Persons whose transfer / appointment will promote representivity will therefore receive preference. 

·       The South African Police Service is under no obligation to fill a post after the advertisement thereof. 

·       Correspondence will be conducted with successful candidates only. 

·       If you have not been contacted within (3) three months after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. 

APPLICATIONS:

The SAPS application form can be obtained from any Recruitment Offices within the South African Police Service. Application forms must be forwarded to the following address(es): 

Hand delivered applications: Division: Human Resource Management, South African Police Service. Koedoe Building 236 Pretorius Street, Cnr Thabo Sehume (Andries) and Pretorius Street, Koedoe Arcade Pretoria, 0001. Alternatively, forward to the following email address: MakondoM@saps.gov.za;

Enquiries: Lt Col Motsepa/ Lt Col Libanyana / Human Resource Clerk Makondo/ at telephone: (012) 393 5076 / 5062/ 5060)

ORGANISATIONAL DEVELOPMENT PRACTITIONER (WARRANT OFFICER) 

LOCATION: Organizational Design Frontline, Head Office, Pretoria 

LEVEL OF REMUNERATION: Band B1, R 385 740 per annum 

REFERENCES: HRM 13/2026 (2 posts) 

Generic Requirements: 

·       Be in possession of a Senior Certificate / Grade 12 / National Certificate (Vocational) recorded on the National Learner Record Database (NL-RD) on at least NQF level 4; 

·       Applicants must display competency in the post-specific functions of the post; 

·       Be proficient in at least two official languages, of which one must be English; 

·       Be a citizen of the Republic of South Africa of which documentary proof must be furnished on the day of interview; 

·       Must have no previous convictions or pending criminal / departmental or civil cases;

·       Must not have tattoo/s marks which will be visible when wearing any uniform of the Service; 

·       Computer Literacy; 

·       Interpersonal, communication and Organizational Skills; 

·       Analytical, Self-Management and Problem Solving Skills; 

·       Report Writing, presentation, development skills; 

·       Relevant courses in the field of the post may be an advantage. 

Additional Requirements: 

·       Must be in possession of a (3) three-year Diploma / Degree in Management Services / Organizational Effectiveness, Operations / Production Management) or any relevant National Diploma or Degree PLUS Management Services Certificate (accredited by SAQA on NQF 6 level or higher). 

·       Experience in the field of the post may serve as an added advantage. 

·       Must be in possession of a valid driver’s license. 

·       Must be medically, physically, and mentally fit. 

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies: 

·       Knowledge of relevant prescripts applicable to the Public Service. 

·       Good verbal and written communication skills. 

·       General Computer literacy (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Office, MS Power Point, Outlook). 

·       Demonstrate competency in acting independently, Professionally, Accountable and with Credibility. 

·       Good verbal and written communication skills. 

·       Strong interpersonal skills. 

·       Report writing. 

·       Presentation Skills, Problem Solving, Sound Planning, Organizing and Administration skills, Strong Analytical. 

Core Functions: 

·       Conduct work-study Investigations to develop and maintain organizational, functional and post structures for Districts and Police Stations. 

·       Verify and update the Fixed Establishment for District and Police Stations. 

·       Administer and update Station Post Requirements (SPR) system for districts, police stations and relevant projects. 

·       Administration and processing of work-study reports received from the provinces for districts and police stations. 

·       and update the relevant databases for the section. 

General:

·       Closing date for applications: 31 July 2026. 

·       Only the official application form for Salary Level 2-12, (obtainable from SAPS website: https://www.saps.gov.zaand at all SAPS recruitment offices) will be accepted. The Z83 application form will not be accepted for these posts. All instructions on the application form must be adhered to, and all previous/ pending criminal/ disciplinary convictions must be declared. Failure to do so may result in your application being rejected. 

·       The post particulars and reference number of the post you are applying for, must be correctly specified on the application form. Please complete a separate application form for each post you wish to apply for. 

·       It is the responsibility of the applicants to submit applications timeously to the correct physical address as provided in the advertisement. Please note that applications submitted to an incorrect physical address will not be considered.

·       Late applications will not be accepted or considered. 

·       Your application form must be accompanied with a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV). 

·       Copies of applicant’s: Identity Document (ID), Senior Certificate and all post-school qualifications obtained (Diploma/ Degree as well as academic records), service certificates of previous employers stating the occupation, proof of relevant experience in the field of the post and motor vehicle driver’s license, must be attached to the application form (uncertified copies are accepted). 

·       Qualifications and driver’s licences submitted will be subjected to verification with the relevant institutions. 

·       Applicants must have no previous criminal convictions or pending criminal/ departmental cases and shall allow their fingerprints to be taken and background enquiries to be made. 

·       Short-listed candidates may be subjected to a full security clearance process before or during any stage of employment. 

·       Short-listed candidates will be subjected to a vetting process which will include security screening, fingerprint screening, reference checking and verification of address, where necessary. 

·       All short-listed candidates, including the SMS, may be expected to undergo a personal interview and shall undertake two pre-entry assessments, (a) a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements, as well as (b) an integrity assessment (ethical conduct). 

·       Short-listed candidates for appointments to certain identified posts will be vetted in terms of the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act, 2007 (Act No 32 of 2007) and the Children’s Act, 2005 (Act No 38 of 2005). A candidate whose particulars appear in either the National Register for Sex Offenders or Part B of the Child Protection Register, will be disqualified from appointment. 

·       Candidates are expected to disclose if he/ she is a respondent in an interim or final protection order in terms of the Domestic Violence Act, 1998 (Act no 116 of 1998) or Protection from Harassment Act, 2011 (Act No 17 of 2011), and may be disqualified from appointment. 

·       The Criminal Law (Forensic Procedures) Amendment Act, Act 37 of 2013 requires that all new appointments in the South African Police Service as from 31 January 2015 provide a buccal (inside cheek) sample to determine their forensic DNA profile. The forensic DNA profile derived from the sample will be loaded to the Elimination Index of the National Forensic DNA Database. 

·       Appointments will be made in terms of the South African Police Service Act, 1995 (Act No 68 of 1995). 

·       Persons who retired from the Public Service by taking a severance package, early retirement or medical retirement, as well as persons with previous convictions, are excluded. 

·       Applicants who are currently not appointed in terms of the SAPS Act will be expected to undergo medical assessment by a medical practitioner, before appointment, and must be found to be medically and psychologically fit. 

·       Applicants must comply with SAPS Dress Order prescripts, whereby they must not have any tattoo marks which will be visible when wearing any uniform of the Service. 

·       Incumbents appointed in terms of the SAPS Act will be expected to undergo Introductory Police Development Learning Programme at a SAPS academy determined by National Commissioner and will be expected to maintain the required minimum fitness level for SAPS Act members throughout his/ her service in SAPS. 

·       The South African Police Service is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and it is the intention to promote representivity in the Public Service through the filling of these posts. Persons whose transfer / appointment will promote representivity will therefore receive preference. 

·       The South African Police Service is under no obligation to fill a post after the advertisement thereof. 

·       Correspondence will be conducted with successful candidates only. 

·       If you have not been contacted within (3) three months after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. 

APPLICATIONS:

The SAPS application form can be obtained from any Recruitment Offices within the South African Police Service. Application forms must be forwarded to the following address(es): 

Hand delivered applications: Division: Human Resource Management, South African Police Service. Koedoe Building 236 Pretorius Street, Cnr Thabo Sehume (Andries) and Pretorius Street, Koedoe Arcade Pretoria, 0001. Alternatively, forward to the following email address: MakondoM@saps.gov.za;

Enquiries: Lt Col Motsepa/ Lt Col Libanyana / Human Resource Clerk Makondo/ at telephone: (012) 393 5076 / 5062/ 5060)

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