KWAZULU-NATAL DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY SAFETY AND LIAISON VACANCIES

​NOTE : Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on application but must submit the Z83 and a detailed curriculum vitae (Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified qualifications, all non-SA citizens must submit a copy of proof of permanent residence in South Africa on or before the day of the interviews). Foreign qualifications must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to (1) a technical exercise; (2) integrity assessment and (3) personnel suitability checks on criminal records, citizen verification, financial records, qualification verification and applicants could be required to provide consent for access to their social media accounts For SMS posts following the interview and technical exercise, the selection committee will recommend candidates to attend generic managerial competencies using the mandated Department of Public Service and Administration (DPSA) SMS competency assessment tools prior to submitting a recommendation for appointment to the Executive Authority. Prior to appointment, a candidate will be required to complete the Nyukela Programme: Pre-entry Certificate to Senior Management Services which is an online course offered by the National School of Government (NSG). The course is under the name Certificate for entry into the SMS and the full details can be sourced from the following link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme. The successful candidate will be required to complete such prior to appointment. All personal data on applications will be dealt with in terms of the provisions of the Protection of Personal Information Act, 2013. Persons with disabilities are also encouraged to apply.

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MANAGEMENT ECHELON
 
 
DIRECTOR: SAFETY RESEARCH AND INFORMATION MANAGEMENT REF NO: CSL01/2025 
SALARY : R1 216 824 per annum is payable to the successful, (an all-inclusive remuneration package) candidate. The package includes a basic salary (70 % of package) and a flexible portion (30% of package) that may be structured in terms of the applicable rules. The successful candidate will be subject to security clearance and the signing of a performance agreement within three months of appointment. 
CENTRE : Pietermaritzburg 
 
REQUIREMENTS : The ideal candidate must be in possession of 3-year degree (NQF level 7) or higher in Human Sciences / Police Science or relevant equivalent qualification, together with a minimum of 5 years appropriate experience at a middle/senior managerial level in Safety Research and Information Management environment. A valid driver’s license. Applicants must be prepared to work extended hours. The successful candidate must have knowledge of the Constitution of RSA, 1996, Knowledge of public service Act and regulations, PFMA, South African Police Act,1995, National Crime Prevention Strategy, 1996, KZN Commissions Act,1999, Domestic Violence Act,1998, Criminal Procedure Act,1977, Employment Equity Act,1998, Skills Development Act,1998, Promotion of Administrative Justice Act,2000, Promotions of Access to Information Act,2000, Civilian Secretariat for Police Service Act,2011, Communication skills, Project management skills in crime prevention, Report writing skills, Financial Management skills, Research skills, Analytical skills, Statistical analysis skills. 
 
DUTIES : The successful candidate will be required to manage the provision of research, information analysis and conceptualization services to the Provincial Secretariat. Manage the review of police practices, methodologies, performance and make recommendations in respect thereof. Direct research into the policing needs of the province and make recommendations. Manage the conceptualization and analysis of information. Develop, evaluate and review community safety models, initiatives and monitoring tools. Ensure efficient and effective management of resources for the Directorate. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms. G.P Xaba Makhetha Tel No: (033) 341 9300




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​OTHER POSTS
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: CRIME PREVENTION AND PARTNERSHIPS REF NO: CSL02/2025 
SALARY : R552 081 per annum (Level 10)
CENTRE : King Cetshwayo 
 
REQUIREMENTS : The ideal candidate must be in possession of 3-year National Diploma (NQF level 6) or higher in Social / Police Science or relevant equivalent qualification, together with a minimum of 3 years appropriate experience in crime prevention and a valid driver’s license. Applicants must be prepared to work extended hours. The successful candidate must have knowledge of the Constitution, Public Service Act and Regulations, PFMA, Civilian Oversight Act, SAPS Act, Knowledge of Domestic Violence Act, Project Management, Crime Prevention Policies, Communication skills, Project management skills, Report writing skills, Computer skills, Financial Management skills, Conflict Resolution skills. 
 
DUTIES : The successful candidate will be required to promote community police relations and community safety structures and implement safety models and initiatives for the district. Develop and maintain community policing forums, community safety forums and community crime prevention partnerships and associations. Implement community safety models and initiatives in the district. Strengthen partnership with the Civil Society Organisations in the prevention and management of crime prevention in the district. Coordinate inter-departmental partnerships to implement interventions in policing priorities. 
 
ENQUIRIES : King Cetshwayo district - Mr. N.M Nyawo Tel No: (035) 580 1119 
 
 
 
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: POLICE PERFORMANCE, MONITORING AND EVALUATION REF NO: CSL03/2025 
SALARY : R552 081 per annum (Level 10) 
CENTRE : uMzinyathi 
 
REQUIREMENTS : A 3-year National Diploma (NQF level 6) or higher in Social Sciences / Police science or equivalent qualification recognized by SAQA, together with a minimum of 3 years relevant experience in the crime prevention environment. A valid driver’s license. Applicants must be prepared to work extended hours. Knowledge of the Constitution, Knowledge of public service Act and regulations, PFMA, Civilian Oversight Act, SAPS Act, Knowledge of Domestic Violence Act, Knowledge of Project Management, Knowledge of Crime Prevention Policies, Communication skills, Project management skills, Report writing skills, Computer skills, Financial Management skills, Conflict Resolution skills. 
 
DUTIES : To monitor and evaluate police stations and address complaints against police stations for the districts. Monitor and evaluate the implementation of policing policies and directives by police stations in the district. Monitor and evaluate the compliance with legislation the service delivery of police stations in the district. Address complaints against police stations in the district. Develop and review district police oversight arrangements and community relations to properly respond to the needs of the community. Develop and review district police oversight arrangements and community relations to properly respond to the needs of the community. 
 
ENQUIRIES : uGu district – Ms. P.S Nkonyeni Tel No: (039) 688 1460 
uMzinyathi district – Ms. D.J.L Mkhize Tel No: (034) 299 7100 
 
 
 
 
 
SKILLS DEVELOPMENT FACILITATOR REF NO: CSL04/2025 
SALARY : R444 036 per annum (Level 09) 
CENTRE : Pietermaritzburg 
 
REQUIREMENTS : A Degree or National Diploma (NQF level 6) or Human Resource Management or Human Resource Development or relevant equivalent qualification with a minimum of 3 years supervisory experience in. A valid driver’s license. Applicants must be prepared to work extended hours. The successful candidate must have knowledge of: - The Public Service Act and Regulations, HRD Strategy, Skills Development Act and other training related legislations, Provincial Growth and Development Strategy, PFMA, HR Systems including “Persal”, Project Management, Communication skills, Report writing skills, Presentation skills, Facilitation skills. 
 
DUTIES : The successful candidate will be required to coordinate the implementation of HRD Strategy and Policies develop. Develop and monitor the implementation of Workplace Skills Plan Implement training and development policies and programmes for the Department. Coordinate the implementation of EPMDS. Facilitate and conduct in-house seminars. Maintain the Human Resource Development database. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms. F.N Mtetwa Tel No: (033) 341 9341 
 
 
 
 
 
WORK STUDY ANALYST: ORGANISATIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND JOB EVALUATION REF NO: CSL05/2025
SALARY : R376 413 per annum (Level 08) 
CENTRE : Pietermaritzburg 
 
REQUIREMENTS : A 3-year National Diploma (NQF level 6) or higher in Production Management or Operations Management or Public Administration together with a minimum of one-year appropriate experience. A valid driver’s license. Knowledge of Job evaluation processes, Evaluate system, Compilation of job descriptions, Knowledge of the department, Knowledge of relevant legislation, policies and procedures, General office administration/ practices, Norms and standards, Cost benefit analysis, HR Practices, Relevant legislations and policies, General office administration practices, Work study principles and techniques, Business process re-engineering, Performance management, Organisational design principles. Analytical skills, organising skills, Computer literacy skills, Presentation skills, Communication skills, interviewing skills, Report writing skills, planning skills, Problem solving skills, Project management skills, and change management skills. 
 
DUTIES : To render organisational development and job evaluation services. Develop and maintain the department organogram. Implement operations management in the department. Provide advice on organisational design and job evaluation. Evaluate jobs in the Department /Province. Develop and provide advice on job descriptions. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms. S.M Singh Tel No: (033) 341 9336 
 
 
 
 
 
ADMINISTRATION OFFICER: ACQUISITION AND DEMAND MANAGEMENT REF NO: CSL06/2025 
SALARY : R308 154 per annum (Level 07) 
CENTRE : Pietermaritzburg 
 
REQUIREMENTS : A 3-year National Diploma (NQF level 6) or higher in Finance or Supply Chain Management together with a minimum of three-year experience in Supply Chain Management or Finance. A valid driver’s licence. Knowledge of Asset Management Framework, Treasury Regulations, Provincial SCM Practice Notes, Supply Chain Management System, Public Finance Management Act, Hardcat. Skills in planning, team development, decision making, Problem solving, Report writing & general writing skills, Intermediate Financial management, Management skills, Written Communication: Prepare reports required in terms of Public Service statutory framework by collecting, formatting & explaining information. Quick thinking – Provide financial information for planning and decision making and recommending courses of action where tight deadlines apply. 
 
DUTIES : To provide asset and logistics services. Administer the procurement of goods and services. Ensure compliance with SCM and PFMA. Administer all bids/ tender processes and contract management. Ensure the effective and efficient utilization of resources. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr. A David Tel No: (033) 341 9325