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SOUTH AFRICAN POLICE SERVICE (SAPS) VACANCIES
SOUTH AFRICAN POLICE SERVICE (SAPS)
SECTION HEAD: TACTICAL OPERATIONS (BRIGADIER)
LOCATION: Visible Policing and Operations, Head Office, Pretoria
LEVEL OF REMUNERATION Band A (SMS) An all-inclusive flexible remuneration package of R 1 238 355 per annum is applicable to the post.
REFERENCES: 25/06/3714 (1 post)
Generic Appointment Requirements:
Applicants:
Generic Competencies:
Appointment Requirements
Applicants:
Core Functions:
General:
WE WELCOME APPLICATIONS FROM PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES
SECTION HEAD: TACTICAL OPERATIONS (BRIGADIER)
LOCATION: Visible Policing and Operations, Head Office, Pretoria
LEVEL OF REMUNERATION Band A (SMS) An all-inclusive flexible remuneration package of R 1 238 355 per annum is applicable to the post.
REFERENCES: 25/06/3714 (1 post)
Generic Appointment Requirements:
Applicants:
- Must be fluent in at least two of the official languages, of which one must be English;
- Must have a valid motor vehicle drivers’ licence;
- Short-listed candidates will be subjected to a preliminary security clearance vetting, which must reflect no negative issue against such candidate; and
- Will be required to undergo a security vetting process to the level of Top Secret and obtain a security clearance of Top Secret within six months after appointment (if not already in possession of such a valid security clearance).
Generic Competencies:
- The post requires skills in: strategic capability, analytical ability and leadership, programme and project management, financial management, change management, service delivery innovation, problem solving and analysis, people management and empowerment, client orientation, audit and assurance, audit and risk management experience, stake holder relations and customer focus. Applicants must have knowledge of systems, processes, procedures, policies and legislation relevant to the field of the post, such as the Minimum Information Security Standards (MISS), Public Service Act, South African Police Service Act, as well as Public Finance Management Act, Treasury Regulations, Police / Public Service Regulations, Risk Management Framework in the Public Sector and other relevant legislation. Applicants must also be computer literate (Microsoft Word / Power Point / Excel).
Appointment Requirements
Applicants:
- Must have at least a three (3) year Degree or Diploma (accredited by SAQA on NQF level 6 or higher) in Policing / Criminal Law or equivalent 3 year qualification relevant to the core functions of the post.
- An applicable post graduate qualification relevant to the core functions of the post, relevant training and development in a Middle Management Learning Programme, Leadership and Management Training Programme, and / or Programme and Project Management may be an advantage; and
- Must have a minimum period of three years’ appropriate managerial experience in the field of the post.
Core Functions:
- Is directly accountable to the Component: Specialised Operations,
- To ensure the provisioning of tactical response capacity to complement normal policing.
- Manage Tactical Response Teams.
- Manage Anti-Gang Units.
- Manage Counter Terrorism.
- Manage and utilise human, financial, physical and information resources in the immediate post environment in accordance with the strategies, priorities and regulatory framework of the SAPS.
General:
- Application forms specifically developed for this advertisement (containing the closing date for applications in Red on page 1), will be available from SAPS Head Office, Wachthuis Building, Thibault Arcade, 225 Pretorius Street, PRETORIA, 2nd floor, room T208. The use of any other (old) application form may result in the rejection of the application. Application forms will also be available at the Provincial Offices, Human Resource Management and on the SAPS Website: https://www.saps.gov.za. The application form that must be used is circulated together with the advertisement and it may be requested via only one of the following e-mail addresses:
MbokaneLN@saps.gov.za; senappoint@saps.gov.za; Snr.Appoint.HQ4@saps.gov.za;RamatlakanaS@saps.gov.za - Application forms may be delivered by hand to the SAPS Head Office, Subsection: SMS Appointment Administration: Wachthuis Building, Thibault Arcade, 225 Pretorius Street, PRETORIA, 2nd floor, room T208 (between 07:30 and 16:00), or may be posted to (please note that in the event that an application is posted, it must be reached at the indicated office before or on the closing date and time specified in the advertisement i.e.
23 June 2025 at 16:00):
The South African Police Service, Subsection: SMS Appointment Administration, Private Bag X986, PRETORIA, 0001 - The onus is on the candidate to obtain a reference number as proof of registration of the application. It is furthermore the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that the application has been received at the Subsection: SMS Appointment Administration, Head Office on or before the closing date and time of the advertisement. Late applications will not be accepted or considered.
- Enquiries can be directed to ANY of the personnel at SMS Appointment Administration: Head Office including Lieutenant Colonel Rivombo, Lt Col Göppel-Theron or Captain Mbokane at telephone number: 012 393-1112 / 1480 / 1078 / 1014 / 2484 / 2773 / 2436.
- PLEASE TAKE NOTE OF THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS:
- The closing date for applications is: 20 June 2025 at 16:00.
- Only the official application form (specifically developed for this advertisement) as mentioned in paragraph 6 supra will be accepted. The use of any other (old) application form may result in the rejection of the application. All instructions on the application form must be adhered to. Failure to do so may result in the rejection of the application. The initials and surname of the applicant must be endorsed on every page of the application form in the space provided.
- The post particulars and number of the post must be correctly specified on the application form.
- A separate application form and CV must be submitted for each post applied for.
- The CV must contain full particulars of:
- all boards on which an applicant serves;
- current employment and other business interests;
- career promotions, appointments, career developments, career history, and
- current studies and qualifications.
- An applicant must also attach to every application copies of ONLY the following documents (which need not be certified):
- id document;
- valid motor vehicle drivers’ license (must be valid on closing date for applications as stipulated in the advertisement);
- post school qualification - Degree / Diploma certificates of all educational qualifications obtained (academic records and / or statements of results only do not suffice); and
- any specific document / course required in the advertisement.
- Applicants must declare all interests or involvement in a public– or private board or council or any other private entity of which such interest may create a conflict of interest.
- Applicants must indicate in the application form whether he / she has been found guilty of a criminal / departmental / disciplinary offence or whether any civil judgment have been delivered against him / her.
- Applicants must indicate in the application form whether he / she has any criminal / departmental / disciplinary investigation or hearing, or civil matters pending against him / her.
- Short-listed candidates will be subjected to a preliminary security clearance vetting, which must reflect no negative issue against such candidate.
- Applicants must not have any tattoo marks which will be visible when wearing any Police uniform.
- Successful candidates for appointment, will be vetted in terms of Chapter 7, Part 2 of the Children’s Act, 2005 (Act No 38 of 2005) or the National Sex Offenders Register [Section 42 of the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act, 2007 (Act No 32 of 2007)]. A candidate whose particulars appear in either the National Register for Sex Offenders or Part B of the Child Protection Register, may be disqualified from appointment to that post.
- If it appears after an applicant’s appointment that his or her name appears in either of the indicated registers, his or her appointment may be re-considered.
- 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 to that post.
- The final selected candidate must disclose any financial interest, in the prescribed format, as provided for in the SAPS Employment Regulations, 2018, for newly appointed SMS candidates or proof of the electronic submission for the previous disclosure period.
- The successful candidate will be required to undergo a security vetting process to the level of Top Secret and obtain a security clearance of Top Secret within six months after appointment (if not already in possession of such a valid security clearance).
- Appointments will be made in terms of the SAPS Act, 1995 (Act No 68 of 1995).
- Correspondence will be conducted with successful candidates only.
- Shortlisted candidates will have to submit one (1) set of fingerprints to the secretary of the selection committee.
- All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to an assessment centre process, which will be used to test the relevant technical elements of the job and the generic managerial competencies, the logistics of which will be communicated by the department.
- The successful candidate will have to conclude a contract of employment (if newly appointed to the SMS), enter into a performance agreement and disclose all financial interests in terms of the South African Police Service Employment Regulations, 2018, and the Public Service Regulations, 2016.
- The South African Police Service is under no obligation to fill a post after the advertisement thereof.
- Although the posts are advertised, the National Commissioner may withdraw any post from the advertisement, re-advertise such post or fill the post by transferring a person at the same level where this is deemed to be in the interest of service delivery.
- In accordance with National Instruction 9 of 2016, as well as Regulation 24 of the SAPS General Regulations, expenses with regard to travel and accommodation of candidates may be paid by the South African Police Service.
- The appointment of the successful applicant will come into effect on the first day of the month following the date on which the National Commissioner approved the appointment or date of assumption of duty.
- The content of this circular must be brought to the attention of all personnel.
WE WELCOME APPLICATIONS FROM PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES
SECTION HEAD: SPECIALISED AND TACTICAL RESEARCH (BRIGADIER)
LOCATION: Component Research, Head Office, Pretoria
LEVEL OF REMUNERATION Band A (SMS) An all-inclusive flexible remuneration package of R 1 238 355 per annum is applicable to the post.
REFERENCES: 25/06/3715 (1 post)
Generic Appointment Requirements:
Applicants:
Generic Competencies:
Appointment Requirements
Applicants:
Core Functions:
General:
WE WELCOME APPLICATIONS FROM PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES
SECTION HEAD: SPECIALISED AND TACTICAL RESEARCH (BRIGADIER)
LOCATION: Component Research, Head Office, Pretoria
LEVEL OF REMUNERATION Band A (SMS) An all-inclusive flexible remuneration package of R 1 238 355 per annum is applicable to the post.
REFERENCES: 25/06/3715 (1 post)
Generic Appointment Requirements:
Applicants:
- Must be fluent in at least two of the official languages, of which one must be English;
- Must have a valid motor vehicle drivers’ licence;
- Short-listed candidates will be subjected to a preliminary security clearance vetting, which must reflect no negative issue against such candidate; and
- Will be required to undergo a security vetting process to the level of Top Secret and obtain a security clearance of Top Secret within six months after appointment (if not already in possession of such a valid security clearance).
Generic Competencies:
- The post requires skills in: strategic capability, analytical ability and leadership, programme and project management, financial management, change management, service delivery innovation, problem solving and analysis, people management and empowerment, client orientation, audit and assurance, audit and risk management experience, stake holder relations and customer focus. Applicants must have knowledge of systems, processes, procedures, policies and legislation relevant to the field of the post, such as the Minimum Information Security Standards (MISS), Public Service Act, South African Police Service Act, as well as Public Finance Management Act, Treasury Regulations, Police / Public Service Regulations, Risk Management Framework in the Public Sector and other relevant legislation. Applicants must also be computer literate (Microsoft Word / Power Point / Excel).
Appointment Requirements
Applicants:
- Must have at least a Doctorate Degree (PHD) recorded on the National Learner Record Database (accredited by SAQA on NQF level 10) within the fields of Social Science / Police Science / Criminology / Science and Technology. Relevant training and development in a Middle Management Learning Programme, Leadership and Management Training Programme, and / or Programme and Project Management may be an advantage;
- Must have proven competence to conduct independent research as well as practical and traceable research experience in quantitative and qualitative methodologies and research techniques;
- Must have a minimum period of three years’ appropriate managerial experience in the field of the post.
Core Functions:
- To ensure the rendering of an effective and efficient operational and tactical research in the field of policing research by ensuring that: - Specialized and tactical policing related research priority areas as per SAPS Research Agenda are conducted before new products, services and processes designed and developed by the SAPS in the field Specialized and tactical policing related research are researched and validated; - existing services and products rendered by the SAPS in the field of policing research are evaluated to ensure that they are still relevant and functional; - new trends within the field of Specialized and tactical policing are researched and analysed; - research and analysis is conducted on policing systems, models and strategies in the SAPS; - research is conducted to improve service delivery, enhance innovation and modernisation and infuse professionalism in policing. *Monitor the implementation and application of the research recommendations in the field of Specialized and tactical policing research.
General:
- Application forms specifically developed for this advertisement (containing the closing date for applications in Red on page 1), will be available from SAPS Head Office, Wachthuis Building, Thibault Arcade, 225 Pretorius Street, PRETORIA, 2nd floor, room T208. The use of any other (old) application form may result in the rejection of the application. Application forms will also be available at the Provincial Offices, Human Resource Management and on the SAPS Website: https://www.saps.gov.za. The application form that must be used is circulated together with the advertisement and it may be requested via only one of the following e-mail addresses:
MbokaneLN@saps.gov.za; senappoint@saps.gov.za; Snr.Appoint.HQ4@saps.gov.za;RamatlakanaS@saps.gov.za - Application forms may be delivered by hand to the SAPS Head Office, Subsection: SMS Appointment Administration: Wachthuis Building, Thibault Arcade, 225 Pretorius Street, PRETORIA, 2nd floor, room T208 (between 07:30 and 16:00), or may be posted to (please note that in the event that an application is posted, it must be reached at the indicated office before or on the closing date and time specified in the advertisement i.e.
23 June 2025 at 16:00):
The South African Police Service, Subsection: SMS Appointment Administration, Private Bag X986, PRETORIA, 0001 - The onus is on the candidate to obtain a reference number as proof of registration of the application. It is furthermore the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that the application has been received at the Subsection: SMS Appointment Administration, Head Office on or before the closing date and time of the advertisement. Late applications will not be accepted or considered.
- Enquiries can be directed to ANY of the personnel at SMS Appointment Administration: Head Office including Lieutenant Colonel Rivombo, Lt Col Göppel-Theron or Captain Mbokane at telephone number: 012 393-1112 / 1480 / 1078 / 1014 / 2484 / 2773 / 2436.
- PLEASE TAKE NOTE OF THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS:
- The closing date for applications is: 20 June 2025 at 16:00.
- Only the official application form (specifically developed for this advertisement) as mentioned in paragraph 6 supra will be accepted. The use of any other (old) application form may result in the rejection of the application. All instructions on the application form must be adhered to. Failure to do so may result in the rejection of the application. The initials and surname of the applicant must be endorsed on every page of the application form in the space provided.
- The post particulars and number of the post must be correctly specified on the application form.
- A separate application form and CV must be submitted for each post applied for.
- The CV must contain full particulars of:
- all boards on which an applicant serves;
- current employment and other business interests;
- career promotions, appointments, career developments, career history, and
- current studies and qualifications.
- An applicant must also attach to every application copies of ONLY the following documents (which need not be certified):
- id document;
- valid motor vehicle drivers’ license (must be valid on closing date for applications as stipulated in the advertisement);
- post school qualification - Degree / Diploma certificates of all educational qualifications obtained (academic records and / or statements of results only do not suffice); and
- any specific document / course required in the advertisement.
- Applicants must declare all interests or involvement in a public– or private board or council or any other private entity of which such interest may create a conflict of interest.
- Applicants must indicate in the application form whether he / she has been found guilty of a criminal / departmental / disciplinary offence or whether any civil judgment have been delivered against him / her.
- Applicants must indicate in the application form whether he / she has any criminal / departmental / disciplinary investigation or hearing, or civil matters pending against him / her.
- Short-listed candidates will be subjected to a preliminary security clearance vetting, which must reflect no negative issue against such candidate.
- Applicants must not have any tattoo marks which will be visible when wearing any Police uniform.
- Successful candidates for appointment, will be vetted in terms of Chapter 7, Part 2 of the Children’s Act, 2005 (Act No 38 of 2005) or the National Sex Offenders Register [Section 42 of the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act, 2007 (Act No 32 of 2007)]. A candidate whose particulars appear in either the National Register for Sex Offenders or Part B of the Child Protection Register, may be disqualified from appointment to that post.
- If it appears after an applicant’s appointment that his or her name appears in either of the indicated registers, his or her appointment may be re-considered.
- 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 to that post.
- The final selected candidate must disclose any financial interest, in the prescribed format, as provided for in the SAPS Employment Regulations, 2018, for newly appointed SMS candidates or proof of the electronic submission for the previous disclosure period.
- The successful candidate will be required to undergo a security vetting process to the level of Top Secret and obtain a security clearance of Top Secret within six months after appointment (if not already in possession of such a valid security clearance).
- Appointments will be made in terms of the SAPS Act, 1995 (Act No 68 of 1995).
- Correspondence will be conducted with successful candidates only.
- Shortlisted candidates will have to submit one (1) set of fingerprints to the secretary of the selection committee.
- All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to an assessment centre process, which will be used to test the relevant technical elements of the job and the generic managerial competencies, the logistics of which will be communicated by the department.
- The successful candidate will have to conclude a contract of employment (if newly appointed to the SMS), enter into a performance agreement and disclose all financial interests in terms of the South African Police Service Employment Regulations, 2018, and the Public Service Regulations, 2016.
- The South African Police Service is under no obligation to fill a post after the advertisement thereof.
- Although the posts are advertised, the National Commissioner may withdraw any post from the advertisement, re-advertise such post or fill the post by transferring a person at the same level where this is deemed to be in the interest of service delivery.
- In accordance with National Instruction 9 of 2016, as well as Regulation 24 of the SAPS General Regulations, expenses with regard to travel and accommodation of candidates may be paid by the South African Police Service.
- The appointment of the successful applicant will come into effect on the first day of the month following the date on which the National Commissioner approved the appointment or date of assumption of duty.
- The content of this circular must be brought to the attention of all personnel.
WE WELCOME APPLICATIONS FROM PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES
SECTION HEAD: LITIGATION (BRIGADIER)
LOCATION: Litigation, Provincial Office, KwaZulu-Natal
LEVEL OF REMUNERATION Band B (SMS) An all-inclusive flexible remuneration package of R 1 238 355 per annum is applicable to the post.
REFERENCES: 25/06/3730 (1 post)
Generic Appointment Requirements:
Applicants:
Generic Competencies:
Appointment Requirements
Applicants:
Core Functions:
General:
WE WELCOME APPLICATIONS FROM PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES
SECTION HEAD: LITIGATION (BRIGADIER)
LOCATION: Litigation, Provincial Office, KwaZulu-Natal
LEVEL OF REMUNERATION Band B (SMS) An all-inclusive flexible remuneration package of R 1 238 355 per annum is applicable to the post.
REFERENCES: 25/06/3730 (1 post)
Generic Appointment Requirements:
Applicants:
- Must be fluent in at least two of the official languages, of which one must be English;
- Must have a valid motor vehicle drivers’ licence;
- Short-listed candidates will be subjected to a preliminary security clearance vetting, which must reflect no negative issue against such candidate; and
- Will be required to undergo a security vetting process to the level of Top Secret and obtain a security clearance of Top Secret within six months after appointment (if not already in possession of such a valid security clearance).
Generic Competencies:
- The post requires skills in: strategic capability, analytical ability and leadership, programme and project management, financial management, change management, service delivery innovation, problem solving and analysis, people management and empowerment, client orientation, audit and assurance, audit and risk management experience, stake holder relations and customer focus. Applicants must have knowledge of systems, processes, procedures, policies and legislation relevant to the field of the post, such as the Minimum Information Security Standards (MISS), Public Service Act, South African Police Service Act, as well as Public Finance Management Act, Treasury Regulations, Police / Public Service Regulations, Risk Management Framework in the Public Sector and other relevant legislation. Applicants must also be computer literate (Microsoft Word / Power Point / Excel).
Appointment Requirements
Applicants:
- Must have a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) / B Proc Degree (accredited by SAQA on NQF level 7 or higher).
- An applicable post graduate qualification in the above relevant fields, relevant training and development in a Middle Management Learning Programme and / or admission as an Attorney or Advocate with successful bar examination / pupillage examination will be an added advantage; and
- Must have a minimum period of three years’ appropriate managerial experience in the field of the post.
Core Functions:
- To oversee the litigation services within the Province.
- Ensure labour and civil litigation services.
- Ensure arbitration services within the Province.
- Manage and utilise human, financial, physical and information resources in the immediate post environment in accordance with the strategies, priorities and regulatory framework of the SAPS.
General:
- Application forms specifically developed for this advertisement (containing the closing date for applications in Red on page 1), will be available from SAPS Head Office, Wachthuis Building, Thibault Arcade, 225 Pretorius Street, PRETORIA, 2nd floor, room T208. The use of any other (old) application form may result in the rejection of the application. Application forms will also be available at the Provincial Offices, Human Resource Management and on the SAPS Website: https://www.saps.gov.za. The application form that must be used is circulated together with the advertisement and it may be requested via only one of the following e-mail addresses:
MbokaneLN@saps.gov.za; senappoint@saps.gov.za; Snr.Appoint.HQ4@saps.gov.za;RamatlakanaS@saps.gov.za - Application forms may be delivered by hand to the SAPS Head Office, Subsection: SMS Appointment Administration: Wachthuis Building, Thibault Arcade, 225 Pretorius Street, PRETORIA, 2nd floor, room T208 (between 07:30 and 16:00), or may be posted to (please note that in the event that an application is posted, it must be reached at the indicated office before or on the closing date and time specified in the advertisement i.e.
23 June 2025 at 16:00):
The South African Police Service, Subsection: SMS Appointment Administration, Private Bag X986, PRETORIA, 0001 - The onus is on the candidate to obtain a reference number as proof of registration of the application. It is furthermore the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that the application has been received at the Subsection: SMS Appointment Administration, Head Office on or before the closing date and time of the advertisement. Late applications will not be accepted or considered.
- Enquiries can be directed to ANY of the personnel at SMS Appointment Administration: Head Office including Lieutenant Colonel Rivombo, Lt Col Göppel-Theron or Captain Mbokane at telephone number: 012 393-1112 / 1480 / 1078 / 1014 / 2484 / 2773 / 2436.
- PLEASE TAKE NOTE OF THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS:
- The closing date for applications is: 20 June 2025 at 16:00.
- Only the official application form (specifically developed for this advertisement) as mentioned in paragraph 6 supra will be accepted. The use of any other (old) application form may result in the rejection of the application. All instructions on the application form must be adhered to. Failure to do so may result in the rejection of the application. The initials and surname of the applicant must be endorsed on every page of the application form in the space provided.
- The post particulars and number of the post must be correctly specified on the application form.
- A separate application form and CV must be submitted for each post applied for.
- The CV must contain full particulars of:
- all boards on which an applicant serves;
- current employment and other business interests;
- career promotions, appointments, career developments, career history, and
- current studies and qualifications.
- An applicant must also attach to every application copies of ONLY the following documents (which need not be certified):
- id document;
- valid motor vehicle drivers’ license (must be valid on closing date for applications as stipulated in the advertisement);
- post school qualification - Degree / Diploma certificates of all educational qualifications obtained (academic records and / or statements of results only do not suffice); and
- any specific document / course required in the advertisement.
- Applicants must declare all interests or involvement in a public– or private board or council or any other private entity of which such interest may create a conflict of interest.
- Applicants must indicate in the application form whether he / she has been found guilty of a criminal / departmental / disciplinary offence or whether any civil judgment have been delivered against him / her.
- Applicants must indicate in the application form whether he / she has any criminal / departmental / disciplinary investigation or hearing, or civil matters pending against him / her.
- Short-listed candidates will be subjected to a preliminary security clearance vetting, which must reflect no negative issue against such candidate.
- Applicants must not have any tattoo marks which will be visible when wearing any Police uniform.
- Successful candidates for appointment, will be vetted in terms of Chapter 7, Part 2 of the Children’s Act, 2005 (Act No 38 of 2005) or the National Sex Offenders Register [Section 42 of the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act, 2007 (Act No 32 of 2007)]. A candidate whose particulars appear in either the National Register for Sex Offenders or Part B of the Child Protection Register, may be disqualified from appointment to that post.
- If it appears after an applicant’s appointment that his or her name appears in either of the indicated registers, his or her appointment may be re-considered.
- 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 to that post.
- The final selected candidate must disclose any financial interest, in the prescribed format, as provided for in the SAPS Employment Regulations, 2018, for newly appointed SMS candidates or proof of the electronic submission for the previous disclosure period.
- The successful candidate will be required to undergo a security vetting process to the level of Top Secret and obtain a security clearance of Top Secret within six months after appointment (if not already in possession of such a valid security clearance).
- Appointments will be made in terms of the SAPS Act, 1995 (Act No 68 of 1995).
- Correspondence will be conducted with successful candidates only.
- Shortlisted candidates will have to submit one (1) set of fingerprints to the secretary of the selection committee.
- All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to an assessment centre process, which will be used to test the relevant technical elements of the job and the generic managerial competencies, the logistics of which will be communicated by the department.
- The successful candidate will have to conclude a contract of employment (if newly appointed to the SMS), enter into a performance agreement and disclose all financial interests in terms of the South African Police Service Employment Regulations, 2018, and the Public Service Regulations, 2016.
- The South African Police Service is under no obligation to fill a post after the advertisement thereof.
- Although the posts are advertised, the National Commissioner may withdraw any post from the advertisement, re-advertise such post or fill the post by transferring a person at the same level where this is deemed to be in the interest of service delivery.
- In accordance with National Instruction 9 of 2016, as well as Regulation 24 of the SAPS General Regulations, expenses with regard to travel and accommodation of candidates may be paid by the South African Police Service.
- The appointment of the successful applicant will come into effect on the first day of the month following the date on which the National Commissioner approved the appointment or date of assumption of duty.
- The content of this circular must be brought to the attention of all personnel.
WE WELCOME APPLICATIONS FROM PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES
PROVINCIAL HEAD: LEGAL SERVICES (MAJOR GENERAL)
LOCATION: Legal Services, Provincial Office, KwaZulu-Natal
LEVEL OF REMUNERATION Band B (SMS) An all-inclusive flexible remuneration package of R 1 461 492 per annum is applicable to the post.
REFERENCES: 25/06/3729 (1 post)
Generic Appointment Requirements:
Applicants:
- Must be fluent in at least two of the official languages, of which one must be English;
- Must have a valid motor vehicle drivers’ licence;
- Short-listed candidates will be subjected to a preliminary security clearance vetting, which must reflect no negative issue against such candidate; and
- Will be required to undergo a security vetting process to the level of Top Secret and obtain a security clearance of Top Secret within six months after appointment (if not already in possession of such a valid security clearance).
Generic Competencies:
- The post requires skills in: strategic capability, analytical ability and leadership, programme and project management, financial management, change management, service delivery innovation, problem solving and analysis, people management and empowerment, client orientation, audit and assurance, audit and risk management experience, stake holder relations and customer focus. Applicants must have knowledge of systems, processes, procedures, policies and legislation relevant to the field of the post, such as the Minimum Information Security Standards (MISS), Public Service Act, South African Police Service Act, as well as Public Finance Management Act, Treasury Regulations, Police / Public Service Regulations, Risk Management Framework in the Public Sector and other relevant legislation. Applicants must also be computer literate (Microsoft Word / Power Point / Excel).
Appointment Requirements
Applicants:
- Must have a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) / B Proc Degree (accredited by SAQA on NQF level 7 or higher).
- An applicable post graduate qualification in the above relevant fields, relevant training and development in Executive Development Programme and / or admission as an Attorney or Advocate with successful bar examination / pupillage examination will be an added advantage; and
- Must have a minimum period of three years’ appropriate managerial experience in the field of the post.
Core Functions:
- Manage and ensure the provisioning of quality formal legal opinions relating to operational effectiveness, resource support environment and interventions.
- Manage and ensure the provisioning of quality pro-active legal interventions to promote operational effectiveness.
- Manage and ensure the conducting of resolution directed engagements with external stakeholders.
- Manage and ensure the conducting of legal risk and inspections at identified stations who are major contributors to civil claims.
- Manage and ensure the conducting of Standard relating workshops/ Interventions/ engagements with legal officials.
- Manage and ensure the submission of early warning reports within the prescribed time frame.
- Manage and ensure timeous instructions to investigate claims within the prescribed time frame.
- Manage and ensure timeous payment of court orders and judgement.
- Manage and ensure that the instructions to recover damages are forwarded to State Attorney or within the prescribed time frame.
- Manage and ensure that the instructions to recover damages are forwarded to Loss Management within the prescribed time frame.
- Manage and ensure timeous finalization of pending civil claim files against the state.
- Manage and ensure the compilation and distribution of the civil claim / litigation report for purposes of management information in the reduction of civil claims and litigation.
- Manage and ensure efficient, economic and effective preparations and presentations of employers’ cases at arbitrations.
- Manage and ensure efficient, economic and effective handling of labour litigation cases.
- Ensure the submission of quality pro-active recommendations regarding identified challenges pertaining to the application of legislation and policies.
- Manage and utilise human, financial, physical and information resources in the immediate post environment in accordance with the strategies, priorities and regulatory framework of the SAPS.
General:
- Application forms specifically developed for this advertisement (containing the closing date for applications in Red on page 1), will be available from SAPS Head Office, Wachthuis Building, Thibault Arcade, 225 Pretorius Street, PRETORIA, 2nd floor, room T208. The use of any other (old) application form may result in the rejection of the application. Application forms will also be available at the Provincial Offices, Human Resource Management and on the SAPS Website: https://www.saps.gov.za. The application form that must be used is circulated together with the advertisement and it may be requested via only one of the following e-mail addresses:
MbokaneLN@saps.gov.za; senappoint@saps.gov.za; Snr.Appoint.HQ4@saps.gov.za; RamatlakanaS@saps.gov.za - Application forms may be delivered by hand to the SAPS Head Office, Subsection: SMS Appointment Administration: Wachthuis Building, Thibault Arcade, 225 Pretorius Street, PRETORIA, 2nd floor, room T208 (between 07:30 and 16:00), or may be posted to (please note that in the event that an application is posted, it must be reached at the indicated office before or on the closing date and time specified in the advertisement i.e.
23 June 2025 at 16:00):
The South African Police Service, Subsection: SMS Appointment Administration, Private Bag X986, PRETORIA, 0001 - The onus is on the candidate to obtain a reference number as proof of registration of the application. It is furthermore the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that the application has been received at the Subsection: SMS Appointment Administration, Head Office on or before the closing date and time of the advertisement. Late applications will not be accepted or considered.
- Enquiries can be directed to ANY of the personnel at SMS Appointment Administration: Head Office including Lieutenant Colonel Rivombo, Lt Col Göppel-Theron or Captain Mbokane at telephone number: 012 393-1112 / 1480 / 1078 / 1014 / 2484 / 2773 / 2436.
- PLEASE TAKE NOTE OF THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS:
- The closing date for applications is: 20 June 2025 at 16:00.
- Only the official application form (specifically developed for this advertisement) as mentioned in paragraph 6 supra will be accepted. The use of any other (old) application form may result in the rejection of the application. All instructions on the application form must be adhered to. Failure to do so may result in the rejection of the application. The initials and surname of the applicant must be endorsed on every page of the application form in the space provided.
- The post particulars and number of the post must be correctly specified on the application form.
- A separate application form and CV must be submitted for each post applied for.
- The CV must contain full particulars of:
- all boards on which an applicant serves;
- current employment and other business interests;
- career promotions, appointments, career developments, career history, and
- current studies and qualifications.
- An applicant must also attach to every application copies of ONLY the following documents (which need not be certified):
- id document;
- valid motor vehicle drivers’ license (must be valid on closing date for applications as stipulated in the advertisement);
- post school qualification - Degree / Diploma certificates of all educational qualifications obtained (academic records and / or statements of results only do not suffice); and
- any specific document / course required in the advertisement.
- Applicants must declare all interests or involvement in a public– or private board or council or any other private entity of which such interest may create a conflict of interest.
- Applicants must indicate in the application form whether he / she has been found guilty of a criminal / departmental / disciplinary offence or whether any civil judgment have been delivered against him / her.
- Applicants must indicate in the application form whether he / she has any criminal / departmental / disciplinary investigation or hearing, or civil matters pending against him / her.
- Short-listed candidates will be subjected to a preliminary security clearance vetting, which must reflect no negative issue against such candidate.
- Applicants must not have any tattoo marks which will be visible when wearing any Police uniform.
- Successful candidates for appointment, will be vetted in terms of Chapter 7, Part 2 of the Children’s Act, 2005 (Act No 38 of 2005) or the National Sex Offenders Register [Section 42 of the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act, 2007 (Act No 32 of 2007)]. A candidate whose particulars appear in either the National Register for Sex Offenders or Part B of the Child Protection Register, may be disqualified from appointment to that post.
- If it appears after an applicant’s appointment that his or her name appears in either of the indicated registers, his or her appointment may be re-considered.
- 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 to that post.
- The final selected candidate must disclose any financial interest, in the prescribed format, as provided for in the SAPS Employment Regulations, 2018, for newly appointed SMS candidates or proof of the electronic submission for the previous disclosure period.
- The successful candidate will be required to undergo a security vetting process to the level of Top Secret and obtain a security clearance of Top Secret within six months after appointment (if not already in possession of such a valid security clearance).
- Appointments will be made in terms of the SAPS Act, 1995 (Act No 68 of 1995).
- Correspondence will be conducted with successful candidates only.
- Shortlisted candidates will have to submit one (1) set of fingerprints to the secretary of the selection committee.
- All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to an assessment centre process, which will be used to test the relevant technical elements of the job and the generic managerial competencies, the logistics of which will be communicated by the department.
- The successful candidate will have to conclude a contract of employment (if newly appointed to the SMS), enter into a performance agreement and disclose all financial interests in terms of the South African Police Service Employment Regulations, 2018, and the Public Service Regulations, 2016.
- The South African Police Service is under no obligation to fill a post after the advertisement thereof.
- Although the posts are advertised, the National Commissioner may withdraw any post from the advertisement, re-advertise such post or fill the post by transferring a person at the same level where this is deemed to be in the interest of service delivery.
- In accordance with National Instruction 9 of 2016, as well as Regulation 24 of the SAPS General Regulations, expenses with regard to travel and accommodation of candidates may be paid by the South African Police Service.
- The appointment of the successful applicant will come into effect on the first day of the month following the date on which the National Commissioner approved the appointment or date of assumption of duty.
- The content of this circular must be brought to the attention of all personnel.
WE WELCOME APPLICATIONS FROM PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES
HEAD: SUPPLY CHAIN PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT & SERVICES (MAJOR GENERAL)
LOCATION: Supply Chain Management, Head Office, Pretoria
LEVEL OF REMUNERATION Band B (SMS) An all-inclusive flexible remuneration package of R 1 461 492 per annum is applicable to the post.
REFERENCES: 25/06/3708 (1 post) RE-ADVERTISEMENT
Generic Appointment Requirements:
Applicants:
- Must be fluent in at least two of the official languages, of which one must be English;
- Must have a valid motor vehicle drivers’ licence;
- Short-listed candidates will be subjected to a preliminary security clearance vetting, which must reflect no negative issue against such candidate; and
- Will be required to undergo a security vetting process to the level of Top Secret and obtain a security clearance of Top Secret within six months after appointment (if not already in possession of such a valid security clearance).
Generic Competencies:
- The post requires skills in: strategic capability, analytical ability and leadership, programme and project management, financial management, change management, service delivery innovation, problem solving and analysis, people management and empowerment, client orientation, audit and assurance, audit and risk management experience, stake holder relations and customer focus. Applicants must have knowledge of systems, processes, procedures, policies and legislation relevant to the field of the post, such as the Minimum Information Security Standards (MISS), Public Service Act, South African Police Service Act, as well as Public Finance Management Act, Treasury Regulations, Police / Public Service Regulations, Risk Management Framework in the Public Sector and other relevant legislation. Applicants must also be computer literate (Microsoft Word / Power Point / Excel).
Appointment Requirements
Applicants:
- Must have at least a three (3) year Degree / Diploma (accredited by SAQA on NQF level 6 or higher) in Supply Chain Management / Procurement Management / Policing / Public Administration or equivalent 3 year qualification relevant to the core functions of the post.
- An applicable post graduate qualification relevant to the core functions of the post, relevant training and development in an Executive Development Programme, Leadership and Management Training Programme, and / or Programme and Project Management may be an advantage; and
- Must have a minimum period of three years’ appropriate managerial experience in the field of the post.
Core Functions:
- To oversee the availability of a proper performance management, logistical service and fleet management service for efficient and effective service delivery.
- Ensure, formulate, implement and maintain national policies (including standards, procedures and guidelines) with regard to generic support (including recruiting, vetting and training of personnel, communication channels, the rendering of service, inspections, evaluation and monitoring of the effectiveness of service as well as other matters which require national uniformity).
- Ensure the evaluation of Supply Chain performance within the SAPS for Movable Government Property, Facilities and Fleet.
- Ensure the functioning of an effective and efficient Mechanical Support Service.
- Ensure the efficient and effective functioning and provision of the SAPS vehicle fleet.
- Manage and utilise human, financial, physical and information resources in the immediate post environment in accordance with the strategies, priorities and regulatory framework of the SAPS.
General:
- Application forms specifically developed for this advertisement (containing the closing date for applications in Red on page 1), will be available from SAPS Head Office, Wachthuis Building, Thibault Arcade, 225 Pretorius Street, PRETORIA, 2nd floor, room T208. The use of any other (old) application form may result in the rejection of the application. Application forms will also be available at the Provincial Offices, Human Resource Management and on the SAPS Website: https://www.saps.gov.za. The application form that must be used is circulated together with the advertisement and it may be requested via only one of the following e-mail addresses:
MbokaneLN@saps.gov.za; senappoint@saps.gov.za; Snr.Appoint.HQ4@saps.gov.za;RamatlakanaS@saps.gov.za - Application forms may be delivered by hand to the SAPS Head Office, Subsection: SMS Appointment Administration: Wachthuis Building, Thibault Arcade, 225 Pretorius Street, PRETORIA, 2nd floor, room T208 (between 07:30 and 16:00), or may be posted to (please note that in the event that an application is posted, it must be reached at the indicated office before or on the closing date and time specified in the advertisement i.e.
23 June 2025 at 16:00): - The South African Police Service, Subsection: SMS Appointment Administration, Private Bag X986, PRETORIA, 0001
The onus is on the candidate to obtain a reference number as proof of registration of the application. It is furthermore the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that the application has been received at the Subsection: SMS Appointment Administration, Head Office on or before the closing date and time of the advertisement. Late applications will not be accepted or considered.
- Enquiries can be directed to ANY of the personnel at SMS Appointment Administration: Head Office including Lieutenant Colonel Rivombo, Lt Col Göppel-Theron or Captain Mbokane at telephone number: 012 393-1112 / 1480 / 1078 / 1014 / 2484 / 2773 / 2436.
- PLEASE TAKE NOTE OF THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS:
- The closing date for applications is: 20 June 2025 at 16:00.
- Only the official application form (specifically developed for this advertisement) as mentioned in paragraph 6 supra will be accepted. The use of any other (old) application form may result in the rejection of the application. All instructions on the application form must be adhered to. Failure to do so may result in the rejection of the application. The initials and surname of the applicant must be endorsed on every page of the application form in the space provided.
- The post particulars and number of the post must be correctly specified on the application form.
- A separate application form and CV must be submitted for each post applied for.
- The CV must contain full particulars of:
- all boards on which an applicant serves;
- current employment and other business interests;
- career promotions, appointments, career developments, career history, and
- current studies and qualifications.
- An applicant must also attach to every application copies of ONLY the following documents (which need not be certified):
- id document;
- valid motor vehicle drivers’ license (must be valid on closing date for applications as stipulated in the advertisement);
- post school qualification - Degree / Diploma certificates of all educational qualifications obtained (academic records and / or statements of results only do not suffice); and
- any specific document / course required in the advertisement.
- Applicants must declare all interests or involvement in a public– or private board or council or any other private entity of which such interest may create a conflict of interest.
- Applicants must indicate in the application form whether he / she has been found guilty of a criminal / departmental / disciplinary offence or whether any civil judgment have been delivered against him / her.
- Applicants must indicate in the application form whether he / she has any criminal / departmental / disciplinary investigation or hearing, or civil matters pending against him / her.
- Short-listed candidates will be subjected to a preliminary security clearance vetting, which must reflect no negative issue against such candidate.
- Applicants must not have any tattoo marks which will be visible when wearing any Police uniform.
- Successful candidates for appointment, will be vetted in terms of Chapter 7, Part 2 of the Children’s Act, 2005 (Act No 38 of 2005) or the National Sex Offenders Register [Section 42 of the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act, 2007 (Act No 32 of 2007)]. A candidate whose particulars appear in either the National Register for Sex Offenders or Part B of the Child Protection Register, may be disqualified from appointment to that post.
- If it appears after an applicant’s appointment that his or her name appears in either of the indicated registers, his or her appointment may be re-considered.
- 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 to that post.
- The final selected candidate must disclose any financial interest, in the prescribed format, as provided for in the SAPS Employment Regulations, 2018, for newly appointed SMS candidates or proof of the electronic submission for the previous disclosure period.
- The successful candidate will be required to undergo a security vetting process to the level of Top Secret and obtain a security clearance of Top Secret within six months after appointment (if not already in possession of such a valid security clearance).
- Appointments will be made in terms of the SAPS Act, 1995 (Act No 68 of 1995).
- Correspondence will be conducted with successful candidates only.
- Shortlisted candidates will have to submit one (1) set of fingerprints to the secretary of the selection committee.
- All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to an assessment centre process, which will be used to test the relevant technical elements of the job and the generic managerial competencies, the logistics of which will be communicated by the department.
- The successful candidate will have to conclude a contract of employment (if newly appointed to the SMS), enter into a performance agreement and disclose all financial interests in terms of the South African Police Service Employment Regulations, 2018, and the Public Service Regulations, 2016.
- The South African Police Service is under no obligation to fill a post after the advertisement thereof.
- Although the posts are advertised, the National Commissioner may withdraw any post from the advertisement, re-advertise such post or fill the post by transferring a person at the same level where this is deemed to be in the interest of service delivery.
- In accordance with National Instruction 9 of 2016, as well as Regulation 24 of the SAPS General Regulations, expenses with regard to travel and accommodation of candidates may be paid by the South African Police Service.
- The appointment of the successful applicant will come into effect on the first day of the month following the date on which the National Commissioner approved the appointment or date of assumption of duty.
- The content of this circular must be brought to the attention of all personnel.
WE WELCOME APPLICATIONS FROM PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES
HEAD: PROCUREMENT AND CONTRACT MANAGEMENT (MAJOR GENERAL)
LOCATION: Supply Chain Management, Head Office, Pretoria
LEVEL OF REMUNERATION Band B (SMS) An all-inclusive flexible remuneration package of R 1 461 492 per annum is applicable to the post.
REFERENCES: 25/06/3707 (1 post) RE-ADVERTISEMENT
Generic Appointment Requirements:
Applicants:
- Must be fluent in at least two of the official languages, of which one must be English;
- Must have a valid motor vehicle drivers’ licence;
- Short-listed candidates will be subjected to a preliminary security clearance vetting, which must reflect no negative issue against such candidate; and
- Will be required to undergo a security vetting process to the level of Top Secret and obtain a security clearance of Top Secret within six months after appointment (if not already in possession of such a valid security clearance).
Generic Competencies:
- The post requires skills in: strategic capability, analytical ability and leadership, programme and project management, financial management, change management, service delivery innovation, problem solving and analysis, people management and empowerment, client orientation, audit and assurance, audit and risk management experience, stake holder relations and customer focus. Applicants must have knowledge of systems, processes, procedures, policies and legislation relevant to the field of the post, such as the Minimum Information Security Standards (MISS), Public Service Act, South African Police Service Act, as well as Public Finance Management Act, Treasury Regulations, Police / Public Service Regulations, Risk Management Framework in the Public Sector and other relevant legislation. Applicants must also be computer literate (Microsoft Word / Power Point / Excel).
Appointment Requirements
Applicants:
- Must have at least a three (3) year Degree / Diploma (accredited by SAQA on NQF level 6 or higher) in Supply Chain Management / Procurement Management / Policing / Public Administration or equivalent 3 year qualification relevant to the core functions of the post.
- An applicable post graduate qualification relevant to the core functions of the post, relevant training and development in an Executive Development Programme, Leadership and Management Training Programme, and / or Programme and Project Management may be an advantage; and
- Must have a minimum period of three years’ appropriate managerial experience in the field of the post.
Core Functions:
- To oversee an appropriate acquisition process within supply chain management which is fair, equitable, transparent, competitive and cost effective.
- Ensure the formulation of procurement policy, procedures, planning and standards to support departmental activities.
- Ensure the adherence of the prescribed acquisition process with respect to Evaluation Committee and Independent Bidding Committee.
- Ensure the provisioning of training with regard to acquisition in the SAPS.
- Ensure the provisioning of an acquisition and contract administration function to the SAPS.
- Ensure compliance with Government Policy regarding acquisition processes in respect of service providers categorized as previously disadvantaged.
- Ensure Legal Services assistance during the execution of acquisition management.
- Manage and utilise human, financial, physical and information resources in the immediate post environment in accordance with the strategies, priorities and regulatory framework of the SAPS.
General:
- Application forms specifically developed for this advertisement (containing the closing date for applications in Red on page 1), will be available from SAPS Head Office, Wachthuis Building, Thibault Arcade, 225 Pretorius Street, PRETORIA, 2nd floor, room T208. The use of any other (old) application form may result in the rejection of the application. Application forms will also be available at the Provincial Offices, Human Resource Management and on the SAPS Website: https://www.saps.gov.za. The application form that must be used is circulated together with the advertisement and it may be requested via only one of the following e-mail addresses:
MbokaneLN@saps.gov.za; senappoint@saps.gov.za; Snr.Appoint.HQ4@saps.gov.za;RamatlakanaS@saps.gov.za - Application forms may be delivered by hand to the SAPS Head Office, Subsection: SMS Appointment Administration: Wachthuis Building, Thibault Arcade, 225 Pretorius Street, PRETORIA, 2nd floor, room T208 (between 07:30 and 16:00), or may be posted to (please note that in the event that an application is posted, it must be reached at the indicated office before or on the closing date and time specified in the advertisement i.e.
23 June 2025 at 16:00):
The South African Police Service, Subsection: SMS Appointment Administration, Private Bag X986, PRETORIA, 0001 - The onus is on the candidate to obtain a reference number as proof of registration of the application. It is furthermore the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that the application has been received at the Subsection: SMS Appointment Administration, Head Office on or before the closing date and time of the advertisement. Late applications will not be accepted or considered.
- Enquiries can be directed to ANY of the personnel at SMS Appointment Administration: Head Office including Lieutenant Colonel Rivombo, Lt Col Göppel-Theron or Captain Mbokane at telephone number: 012 393-1112 / 1480 / 1078 / 1014 / 2484 / 2773 / 2436.
- PLEASE TAKE NOTE OF THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS:
- The closing date for applications is: 20 June 2025 at 16:00.
- Only the official application form (specifically developed for this advertisement) as mentioned in paragraph 6 supra will be accepted. The use of any other (old) application form may result in the rejection of the application. All instructions on the application form must be adhered to. Failure to do so may result in the rejection of the application. The initials and surname of the applicant must be endorsed on every page of the application form in the space provided.
- The post particulars and number of the post must be correctly specified on the application form.
- A separate application form and CV must be submitted for each post applied for.
- The CV must contain full particulars of:
- all boards on which an applicant serves;
- current employment and other business interests;
- career promotions, appointments, career developments, career history, and
- current studies and qualifications.
- An applicant must also attach to every application copies of ONLY the following documents (which need not be certified):
- id document;
- valid motor vehicle drivers’ license (must be valid on closing date for applications as stipulated in the advertisement);
- post school qualification - Degree / Diploma certificates of all educational qualifications obtained (academic records and / or statements of results only do not suffice); and
- any specific document / course required in the advertisement.
- Applicants must declare all interests or involvement in a public– or private board or council or any other private entity of which such interest may create a conflict of interest.
- Applicants must indicate in the application form whether he / she has been found guilty of a criminal / departmental / disciplinary offence or whether any civil judgment have been delivered against him / her.
- Applicants must indicate in the application form whether he / she has any criminal / departmental / disciplinary investigation or hearing, or civil matters pending against him / her.
- Short-listed candidates will be subjected to a preliminary security clearance vetting, which must reflect no negative issue against such candidate.
- Applicants must not have any tattoo marks which will be visible when wearing any Police uniform.
- Successful candidates for appointment, will be vetted in terms of Chapter 7, Part 2 of the Children’s Act, 2005 (Act No 38 of 2005) or the National Sex Offenders Register [Section 42 of the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act, 2007 (Act No 32 of 2007)]. A candidate whose particulars appear in either the National Register for Sex Offenders or Part B of the Child Protection Register, may be disqualified from appointment to that post.
- If it appears after an applicant’s appointment that his or her name appears in either of the indicated registers, his or her appointment may be re-considered.
- 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 to that post.
- The final selected candidate must disclose any financial interest, in the prescribed format, as provided for in the SAPS Employment Regulations, 2018, for newly appointed SMS candidates or proof of the electronic submission for the previous disclosure period.
- The successful candidate will be required to undergo a security vetting process to the level of Top Secret and obtain a security clearance of Top Secret within six months after appointment (if not already in possession of such a valid security clearance).
- Appointments will be made in terms of the SAPS Act, 1995 (Act No 68 of 1995).
- Correspondence will be conducted with successful candidates only.
- Shortlisted candidates will have to submit one (1) set of fingerprints to the secretary of the selection committee.
- All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to an assessment centre process, which will be used to test the relevant technical elements of the job and the generic managerial competencies, the logistics of which will be communicated by the department.
- The successful candidate will have to conclude a contract of employment (if newly appointed to the SMS), enter into a performance agreement and disclose all financial interests in terms of the South African Police Service Employment Regulations, 2018, and the Public Service Regulations, 2016.
- The South African Police Service is under no obligation to fill a post after the advertisement thereof.
- Although the posts are advertised, the National Commissioner may withdraw any post from the advertisement, re-advertise such post or fill the post by transferring a person at the same level where this is deemed to be in the interest of service delivery.
- In accordance with National Instruction 9 of 2016, as well as Regulation 24 of the SAPS General Regulations, expenses with regard to travel and accommodation of candidates may be paid by the South African Police Service.
- The appointment of the successful applicant will come into effect on the first day of the month following the date on which the National Commissioner approved the appointment or date of assumption of duty.
- The content of this circular must be brought to the attention of all personnel.
WE WELCOME APPLICATIONS FROM PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES