Assistant Director: Vetting
Department of Correctional Services
- Location
- National Head Office: Directorate: Security Standards and Management, Gauteng
- Salary
- R605 742 per year
- Job type
- Permanent
- Work setting
- On-site
- Sector
- Government & public service
- Closing date
- 09 Nov 2026
Posted 7 days ago
What you need
- Qualification
- Diploma
- Experience
- 3+ years
- Driver's licence
- Code 8 (EB)
Registrations / certificates: Security vetting course
- Vetting role at DCS National Head Office, Pretoria
- Diploma or degree in Social Sciences or related field
- 3-5 years in security work
- A security vetting course is required
- Valid driver's licence
- R605 742 a year
How to apply
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How to apply: should be submitted online at https://careers.dcs.gov.za/. Emailed, post or hand delivered applications will not be considered. Official advert: DPSA Public Service Vacancy Circular 38 of 2026, post 38/35, ref HO 2026/11/42. Government applications usually need the new Z83 form and a detailed CV.
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Requirements:
A recognized Degree or National Diploma in Social Sciences or related areas. 3-5 years security related experience. Security vetting course from a recognised institution is mandatory. Computer literacy. Valid driver’s licence. Competencies And Attributes: Financial management. Problem solving and decision-making skills. Facilitation skills. Plan, organise, lead and control. Change management. Team leadership. Project management. Presentation skills. Conflict management. Report writing. Training and development. Time management. Confidentiality. Coaching and mentoring. Understanding of the Public Service Policy and legislative framework. Service delivery and client orientation. Integrity and honest. Assertiveness. Ability to network. Influence and impact. Applied strategic thinking. Willingness to travel.
Duties:
Conduct vetting fieldwork investigations. Provide inputs for the development and implementation of policies, guidelines, norms and standards in vetting investigations. Provide effective communication channels and systems between the department and the State Security Agency (SSA) and other related agencies. Administer vetting files and reports. Management of performance information, finances, human resources and assets.
Notes:
Appointment under the Public Service Act.
Enquiries: National Head Office: Ms NS Khumalo Tel No: (012) 307 2174 or Ms TP Ngobeni Tel No: (012) 305 8589.
Reference number: HO 2026/11/42