NATIONAL PROSECUTING AUTHORITY (NPA) VACANCIES

​NOTE : Applicants must apply by submitting applications on the most recent Z83 form obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the DPSA web site link: https://www.dpsa.gov.za/newsroom/psvc/ and a comprehensive CV only (with detailed experience information). Failure to do so will result in your application being disqualified. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on or before the day of the interview following communication from Human Resources. Foreign qualifications must be accompanied by an evaluation report issued by SAQA (only when shortlisted). It is the applicant’s responsibility to have all foreign qualifications evaluated by SAQA and to provide proof of such evaluation (only when shortlisted). Handwritten Z83 must be completed in Block Letters. If the Z83 is not completed as prescribed your application will not be accepted. All applications must reach the NPA on/or before the closing date. No late applications will be accepted/processed. Documents should not be password protected and ZIP files will be blocked. The NPA cannot be held responsible for server delays. All applications must reach the NPA on/or before the closing date. No late applications will be accepted/processed. The applicant’s attention is drawn to the fact that the NPA uses an Electronic Response Handling System in terms of e-mailed applications. Please do not contact the NPA directly after you have e-mailed your applications to enquire if your application(s) have been received. If you have not received an acknowledgement of receipt within one week after the closing date, then you can contact the NPA. The NPA reserves the right not to fill any particular position. If you do not hear from us within (6) six months from the closing date of the advert, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Successful candidates will be subjected to a security clearance of at least confidential. Appointment to this position will be provisional, pending the issue of security clearance. Fingerprints will be taken on the day of the interview. The social media accounts of shortlisted applicants may be accessed as part of the verification process. A valid driver’s license will be a requirement where applicable. All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments which are, a practical exercise and an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise that intends to test relevant technical elements of the job, the logistics of which will be communicated by the NPA. Following the interview and technical exercise, the selection panel will recommend candidates to attend a generic managerial competency-based assessment (in compliance with the DPSA Directive on the implementation of competency-based assessments). The competency assessment will test generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools. A Pre-entry certificate obtained from the National School of Government (NSG) is required for all SMS applicants for Public Service Act positions in the NPA (SMS pre-entry certificate to be submitted prior to appointment). NPA Act appointments are exempted from the pre-entry certificate requirement. This is a Public Service specific training programme. The name of the course is Certificate for entry into the SMS. The full details can be sourced from the link https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. Applicants are advised that from 1 January 2021 a new application form for employment (Z83) is in use. The new application for employment form can be downloaded at www.dpsa.gov.za-vacancies. From 1 January 2021 should an application be received using the incorrect (old) application for employment (Z83), it will not be considered. NB! Applicants who are successful must please note that the NPA is not in a position to pay resettlement costs. NB! All employees considered for appointment to the Investigating Directorate against Corruption will be subject to a lifestyle audit and integrity vetting.

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MANAGEMENT ECHELON
 
 
CHIEF INVESTIGATOR REF NO: RECRUIT 2024/04 
Investigating Directorate against Corruption 
SALARY : R1 216 824 per annum (Level 13), (total cost package) 
CENTRE : Pretoria: Head Office 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate B degree or Advanced Diploma (NQF level 7) in policing and/or criminal investigation or an equivalent qualification. At least twenty (20) years criminal investigation experience with ten (10) years operational management experience. Demonstrable competency in acting Independently and Professionally with Accountability and Credibility. Vocational training in criminal investigations such as the Detective Learning Programme and/or other specialised courses. Experience in testifying in criminal and/or civil matters in any court in the country. (Persons that have been found as an unreliable witness in any court would not be considered). Certified fraud examiner or ICFP SA accreditation would be an added advantage. Experience in managing and directing forensic service providers in criminal and forensic matters. Strategic capability and leadership. General management skills. People management and empowerment. Administration skills. Planning and Prioritising. Able to communicate effectively internally and externally. Customer focus and responsiveness. Problem solving and decision-making skills. Valid driver’s licence. 
 
DUTIES : Provide strategic planning and implementation of criminal investigations. Drive the strategic priorities and focus areas of the unit. Coordinate and manage stakeholder relations in relation to criminal investigations. Ensure the conducting of quality criminal investigations within the allocated responsibilities of the investigation team. Manage national criminal investigative projects and administrative functions including resource allocation and utilisation. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Maureen Dibetle Tel No: (012) 845 7727 
APPLICATIONS : E mail to Recruit202404@npa.gov.za