South African Police Service (Saps) Vacancies

pdf application-form-closing-date-19-october-2026.pdf SOUTH AFRICAN POLICE SERVICE (SAPS) SECTION HEAD: PLANNING AND PARLIAMENTARY LIAISON (AT THE LEVEL OF BRIGADIER) Salary Level: R1 340 691 per annum (salary level 13) Component: Strategic Management (NATIONAL LEVEL) Ref Number: 26/10/3879 Generic appointment requirements applicable to all posts: Applicants: · Must be fluent in at least two of the official languages, of which one must be English; · Must have a valid light motor vehicle drivers’ licence: · Must have no tattoo mark(s) which will be visible when wearing any uniform of the Service; · 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 Lifestyle Audit and Top Secret Security Clearance Vetting process. The following generic competencies are applicable to every post: 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 APPOINTMENT REQUIREMENTS Applicants: -Must have at least a three (3) year Degree or Diploma (accredited by SAQA on NQF level 6 or higher) in Strategic Management, Public Administration, Public Management, Governance, Public Policy, Political Science, Development Studies, Monitoring and Evaluation, Policing, or another qualification relevant to the core functions of the post; A relevant postgraduate qualification in Strategic Management, Governance, Public Administration, Public Policy, Monitoring and Evaluation, or a related field will be an added advantage; -Successful completion of a Middle Management Learning Programme, Leadership and Management Development Programme, Programme and Project Management training, or other relevant management and leadership programmes will be an added advantage; Possess proven management experience gained at national and/or provincial government level in a government department, constitutional institution, public entity or other public-sector environment; -Demonstrate proven experience in a government or public-sector environment where functions are performed in accordance with prescribed legislative, regulatory and policy frameworks; -Have proven experience in coordinating strategic planning, performance management, governance, reporting, oversight, parliamentary, executive support or related functions within a government environment; and; -Must have a minimum period of three years’ appropriate managerial experience. CORE FUNCTIONS: -To manage and coordinate the development, review, approval and tabling of the SAPS Strategic Plan, Annual Performance Plan (APP), Technical Indicator Descriptions (TIDs) and related planning instruments. -Coordinating the development, analysis and quality assurance of Annual Operational Plans (AOPs) and other strategic planning deliverables across SAPS business units. -Managing strategic planning processes, including environmental analyses, stakeholder consultations and the integration of organisational priorities into departmental planning frameworks. -Coordinating departmental inputs and reports in support of national planning, budgeting, monitoring and reporting processes, including the Budget Vote, State of the Nation Address (SoNA), Estimates of National Expenditure (ENE), Adjusted Estimates of National Expenditure (AENE) and other government-directed strategic initiatives. -Coordinating the monitoring and reporting of strategic and governance initiatives, including government-wide frameworks, plans and implementation programmes. -Managing and coordinating all parliamentary liaison functions of the SAPS. -Coordinating and monitoring parliamentary questions, enquiries, reports, resolutions and commitments to ensure compliance with prescribed timeframes. -Coordinating SAPS engagements with Parliamentary Committees and other oversight structures. -Maintaining systems and processes for monitoring parliamentary matters and reporting on organisational compliance with parliamentary obligations. -Providing strategic advice and support to executive management on planning, governance, oversight and parliamentary matters. -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: • The closing date for applications is: 19 October 2026 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. • 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 lifestyle audit and security vetting process to the level of Top Secret and obtain a security clearance of Top Secret. • 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. 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: 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. 19 October 2026 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 Col Els, Lieutenant Colonel Rivombo or Lt Col Göppel-Theron at telephone number: 012 393-2444 / 2996 / 1480 / 2773 / 1078 / 2426 / 1016 / 2484. SECTION HEAD: CHEMISTRY: FORENSIC SCIENCE LABORATORY RE-ADVERTISEMENT (at the level of Brigadier) Salary Level: R1 340 691 per annum (salary level 13) Division: Detective and Forensic Services: (NATIONAL LEVEL) Ref Number: 26/10/3880 Generic appointment requirements applicable to all posts: Applicants: · Must be fluent in at least two of the official languages, of which one must be English; · Must have a valid light motor vehicle drivers’ licence: · Must have no tattoo mark(s) which will be visible when wearing any uniform of the Service; · 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 Lifestyle Audit and Top Secret Security Clearance Vetting process. The following generic competencies are applicable to every post: 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 APPOINTMENT REQUIREMENTS Applicants: -Must have at least a three (3) year Degree or Diploma (accredited by SAQA on NQF level 6 or higher) in Natural Science / Degree Diploma majoring in Chemistry. -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, and/or Quality Management may be an advantage; -Must have a minimum period of three years’ appropriate managerial experience. CORE FUNCTIONS: -To manage an efficient and credible national forensic chemistry service regarding the application of forensic analysis for the identification of drug, medicine, harmful substances, ignitable liquids related exhibit material, as well as the provision of relevant statements in that regards and expert court testimony to support the Criminal Justice process. -Manage an efficient and credible national laboratory service regarding the application of crime scene investigation and relevant analysis for fire origin-and-cause determination, clandestine drug and medicine manufacturing, poisoning and liquor related cases as well as relevant reports in that regards and expert court testimony to support the Criminal Justice process. -Manage an efficient forensic chemistry service in support of the Forensic Science Laboratory service delivery targets such as the following but not limited to case finalization rate, case turn-around-time, service provided to the Criminal Justice System. -2- -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: • The closing date for applications is: 19 October 2026 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. • 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 lifestyle audit and security vetting process to the level of Top Secret and obtain a security clearance of Top Secret. • 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. 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: 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. 19 October 2026 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 Col Els, Lieutenant Colonel Rivombo or Lt Col Göppel-Theron at telephone number: 012 393-2444 / 2996 / 1480 / 2773 / 1078 / 2426 / 1016 / 2484. SECTION HEAD: CYBER CRIME AND DEEP WEB INVESTIGATIONS (AT THE LEVEL OF BRIGADIER) Salary Level: R1 340 691 per annum (salary level 13) Division: Detective and Forensic Services: (NATIONAL LEVEL) Ref Number: 26/10/3881 Generic appointment requirements applicable to all posts: Applicants: · Must be fluent in at least two of the official languages, of which one must be English; · Must have a valid light motor vehicle drivers’ licence: · Must have no tattoo mark(s) which will be visible when wearing any uniform of the Service; · 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 Lifestyle Audit and Top Secret Security Clearance Vetting process. The following generic competencies are applicable to every post: 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 APPOINTMENT REQUIREMENTS Applicants: -Must have at least a three (3) year Degree or Diploma (accredited by SAQA on NQF level 6 or higher) in Information Technology (IT) 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 Management, Leadership and / or Project Management, knowledge, training and proficiency of the Efficiency Index (Performance Chart), CRIM, CAS and / or Circulation Systems may be an added advantage; -Training in the use of the following tools may be an advantage: Amped Five, Axiom, Data Pilot, XRY, Encase, FTK among others; -The successful completion of a Detective Course / Detective Learning Programme / Resolving of Crime (ROC) and / or Detective Commander’s Course / Detective Commander Learning Programme (DCLP) will serve as an added advantage; and -Must have a minimum period of three years’ appropriate managerial experience. CORE FUNCTIONS: -To ensure the rendering of an effective and efficient investigation of Cyber Crime and Deep Web Investigation. -Manage the effective and efficient investigation of case dockets and enquiries regarding Dark Web Investigation and Analysis. -Manage the coordination of Cyber Crime Investigations within the Detective Service (Including Provinces). -Manage the Operational management of the Section. -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: • The closing date for applications is: 19 October 2026 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. • 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 lifestyle audit and security vetting process to the level of Top Secret and obtain a security clearance of Top Secret. • 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. 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: 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. 19 October 2026 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 Col Els, Lieutenant Colonel Rivombo or Lt Col Göppel-Theron at telephone number: 012 393-2444 / 2996 / 1480 / 2773 / 1078 / 2426 / 1016 / 2484. SECTION HEAD: PSYCHOLOGICAL SERVICES (AT THE LEVEL OF BRIGADIER) Salary Level: R1 340 691 per annum (salary level 13) Division: Human Resource Management (NATIONAL LEVEL) Ref Number: 26/10/3882 Generic appointment requirements applicable to all posts: Applicants: · Must be fluent in at least two of the official languages, of which one must be English; · Must have a valid light motor vehicle drivers’ licence: · Must have no tattoo mark(s) which will be visible when wearing any uniform of the Service; · 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 Lifestyle Audit and Top Secret Security Clearance Vetting process. The following generic competencies are applicable to every post: 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. APPOINTMENT REQUIREMENTS Applicants: -Must be in possession of a Master’s Degree in one of the following categories of Psychology: Industrial / Clinical / Counselling. -An applicable post graduate qualification relevant to the core functions of the post will be an added advantage as well relevant training and development in a Middle Management Learning Programme, Leadership and Management Training Programme, and / or Programme and Project Management. -Must be registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Psychologist - proof of valid registration with the HPCSA for 2026 / 2027 financial year must be attached to the application form; -Must have experience in development of programmes and policies, linked to Mental Health Interventions with special focus on Trauma Management and Suicide Intervention. -Must be experienced in managing Psychometric Assessments, Organizational Diagnosis, and Team Development Programs; and -Must have a minimum period of three years’ experience at managerial level. CORE FUNCTIONS: -Manage the offering of mental health services which may include one (1) or more combination of psychological interventions, psychological evaluations and / project management aimed at mitigating mental health challenges within the organization. -Development of Organizational Norms, Standards, Policies and Procedures linked to Psychological Services. -Manage the facilitation and implementation of Organizational Diagnosis and Team Building interventions within SAPS. -Manage events aimed at mitigating mental health challenges within SAPS. -Ensure the integration of mental health services with other Employee Health and Wellness interventions offered by other Sections within the component. -Manage the design interventions aimed at improving the organizational health profile with special focus employees on emotional, personal and work-related challenges. -Offer supervision services to mental health practitioners and professionals in the field of psychology. -Manage annual registration of all professionals to ensure compliance with regulatory bodies. -Manage the facilitation of psychometric assessments, specialised selections, assessment centres and other psychological evaluation and selection services directed towards the recruitment of different categories of employees within SAPS. -Manage the marketing of Psychological Services within the organization. -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: • The closing date for applications is: 19 October 2026 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.-3- • 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. • 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 lifestyle audit and security vetting process to the level of Top Secret and obtain a security clearance of Top Secret. • 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. 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: 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. 19 October 2026 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 Col Els, Lieutenant Colonel Rivombo or Lt Col Göppel-Theron at telephone number: 012 393-2444 / 2996 / 1480 / 2773 / 1078 / 2426 / 1016 / 2484.-5- SECTION HEAD: ORGANISATIONAL DESIGN (AT THE LEVEL OF BRIGADIER) Salary Level: R1 340 691 per annum (salary level 13) Division: Human Resource Management (NATIONAL LEVEL) Ref Number: 26/10/3883 Generic appointment requirements applicable to all posts: Applicants: · Must be fluent in at least two of the official languages, of which one must be English; · Must have a valid light motor vehicle drivers’ licence: · Must have no tattoo mark(s) which will be visible when wearing any uniform of the Service; · 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 Lifestyle Audit and Top Secret Security Clearance Vetting process. The following generic competencies are applicable to every post: 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 APPOINTMENT REQUIREMENTS Applicants: - Must have at least a three (3) year Degree or Diploma (accredited by SAQA on NQF level 6 or higher) in Management Services / Organisation and Work Study / Industrial Engineering, Industrial Psychology, Production / Operations Management. Applicants in possession of a three year Degree or Diploma in Policing / Criminal Law / Human Resource Management / Human Resource Development or equivalent 3 year qualification relevant to the core functions of the post may also apply, but must also be in possession of a certificate in Management Services or Organisation and Workstudy. -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. CORE FUNCTIONS: -Manage organisational design functions within the policing environment (Visible Policing and Operational Response Services. -Manage organisational design functions within the Detective Service environment. -Manage organisational design functions within the Crime Intelligence environment. -Manage organisational design functions within the Forensic Services environment. -Manage organisational design functions within Protection services environments. -Manage the establishment of Specialised Units. -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: • The closing date for applications is: 19 October 2026 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. • 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 lifestyle audit and security vetting process to the level of Top Secret and obtain a security clearance of Top Secret. • 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. 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: 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. 19 October 2026 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 Col Els, Lieutenant Colonel Rivombo or Lt Col Göppel-Theron at telephone number: 012 393-2444 / 2996 / 1480 / 2773 / 1078 / 2426 / 1016 / 2484. SECTION HEAD: LEGAL SUPPORT: CRIME DETECTION RE-ADVERTISEMENT (at the level of Brigadier) Salary Level: R1 340 691 per annum (salary level 13) Division: Legal Services (NATIONAL LEVEL) Ref Number: 26/10/3884 Generic appointment requirements applicable to all posts: Applicants: · Must be fluent in at least two of the official languages, of which one must be English; · Must have a valid light motor vehicle drivers’ licence: · Must have no tattoo mark(s) which will be visible when wearing any uniform of the Service; · 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 Lifestyle Audit and Top Secret Security Clearance Vetting process. The following generic competencies are applicable to every post: 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 APPOINTMENT REQUIREMENTS Applicants: -Must have a LLB (accredited by SAQA on NQF level 8) -An applicable post graduate qualification in the above relevant fields, and/or relevant training and development in an Middle Management Learning Programme, Leadership and Management Training Programme and/or admission as an Attorney or Advocate with successful bar examination/pupillage examination may be an advantage; -Must have a minimum period of three years’ appropriate managerial experience. CORE FUNCTIONS: -Provide formal, informal and proactive legal advice to Forensic and Detective Services and operational Divisions in the Service in terms of applicable legislation, laws, policies, prescripts, and standards. -Provide legal support to the Division: Detective and Forensic Services and other operational Divisions within the SAPS. -Engagement with stakeholders and provide legal support to operational structures to enhance police cooperation. -Provide legal support to the forensics capacity for the Division: Detective and Forensic Services. -Manage the drafting/ vetting of agreements (MoUs) between SAPS and other bodies (e.g. State-Owned Entities, NGOs) to enhance operational effectiveness; and -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: • The closing date for applications is: 19 October 2026 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. • 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 lifestyle audit and security vetting process to the level of Top Secret and obtain a security clearance of Top Secret. • 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. 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: 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. 19 October 2026 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 Col Els, Lieutenant Colonel Rivombo or Lt Col Göppel-Theron at telephone number: 012 393-2444 / 2996 / 1480 / 2773 / 1078 / 2426 / 1016 / 2484. SECTION HEAD: LEGAL SUPPORT: SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT RE ADVERTISEMENT (at the level of Brigadier) Salary Level: R1 340 691 per annum (salary level 13) Division: Legal Services (NATIONAL LEVEL) Ref Number: 26/10/3885 Generic appointment requirements applicable to all posts: Applicants: · Must be fluent in at least two of the official languages, of which one must be English; · Must have a valid light motor vehicle drivers’ licence: · Must have no tattoo mark(s) which will be visible when wearing any uniform of the Service; · 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 Lifestyle Audit and Top Secret Security Clearance Vetting process. The following generic competencies are applicable to every post: 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 APPOINTMENT REQUIREMENTS Applicants: -Must have a LLB (accredited by SAQA on NQF level 8) -An applicable post graduate qualification in the above relevant fields, and/or relevant training and development in an Middle Management Learning Programme, Leadership and Management Training Programme and/or admission as an Attorney or Advocate with successful bar examination/pupillage examination may be an advantage; -Must have a minimum of three years’ appropriate experience in the field on Middle Management or equivalent comparable level; -Must have a minimum period of three years’ appropriate managerial experience. CORE FUNCTIONS: -Provide formal legal opinions regarding matters with supply chain management implications emanating from the Division Supply Chain management, and other divisions. -Provide legal advisory services regarding matters with supply chain management implications to the Division: Supply Chain management and other divisions. -Manage legal vetting of contracts emanating from the Division: Supply Chain Management. -Draft contracts emanating from the Division: Supply Chain Management. -Manage and utilise all resources allocated to the immediate post environment in accordance with relevant directives and legislation. -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: • The closing date for applications is: 19 October 2026 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. • 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 lifestyle audit and security vetting process to the level of Top Secret and obtain a security clearance of Top Secret. • 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. 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: 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. 19 October 2026 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 Col Els, Lieutenant Colonel Rivombo or Lt Col Göppel-Theron at telephone number: 012 393-2444 / 2996 / 1480 / 2773 / 1078 / 2426 / 1016 / 2484. SECTION HEAD: POLICY RE ADVERTISEMENT (at the level of Brigadier) Salary Level: R1 340 691 per annum (salary level 13) Division: Legal Services (NATIONAL LEVEL) Ref Number: 26/10/3886 Generic appointment requirements applicable to all posts: Applicants: · Must be fluent in at least two of the official languages, of which one must be English; · Must have a valid light motor vehicle drivers’ licence: · Must have no tattoo mark(s) which will be visible when wearing any uniform of the Service; · 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 Lifestyle Audit and Top Secret Security Clearance Vetting process. The following generic competencies are applicable to every post: 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 APPOINTMENT REQUIREMENTS Applicants: -Must have a LLB (accredited by SAQA on NQF level 8) -An applicable post graduate qualification in the above relevant fields, and/or relevant training and development in an Middle Management Learning Programme, Leadership and Management Training Programme and/or admission as an Attorney or Advocate with successful bar examination/pupillage examination may be an advantage; -Must have a minimum of three years’ appropriate experience in the field on Middle Management or equivalent comparable level; -Must have a minimum period of three years’ appropriate managerial experience. CORE FUNCTIONS: -To provide legal advice on the review, interpretation, development and implementation of policies and delegations of power in the SAPS. -Drafting of policies and delegation of powers. -To provide legal advice and legal vetting of policies and delegation of powers due for review. -To provide legal advice regarding the interpretation of policies and delegation of powers. -Ensure the compiling of consolidation notices and ensure version control of approved policy documents. -Ensure the administration of the Master Record Index (MRI) and filling of consolidation notices, official directives and approval notes. -To provide legal advice on the review, interpretational, development and implementation of legislation. -Drafting and reviewing of legislation and the interpretation thereof. -2- -To provide legal advice regarding the interpretation of legislation and policies. -Ensure efficient governance and administration. -Attending to queries and findings of the assurance providers such as the Auditor General, Division: Inspectorate and Internal Auditors; and -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: • The closing date for applications is: 19 October 2026 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. • 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 lifestyle audit and security vetting process to the level of Top Secret and obtain a security clearance of Top Secret. • 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. 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: 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. 19 October 2026 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 Col Els, Lieutenant Colonel Rivombo or Lt Col Göppel-Theron at telephone number: 012 393-2444 / 2996 / 1480 / 2773 / 1078 / 2426 / 1016 / 2484. SECTION HEAD: LEGAL SUPPORT: CRIME INTELLIGENCE RE ADVERTISEMENT (at the level of Brigadier) Salary Level: R1 340 691 per annum (salary level 13) Division: Legal Services (NATIONAL LEVEL) Ref Number: 26/10/3887 Generic appointment requirements applicable to all posts: Applicants: · Must be fluent in at least two of the official languages, of which one must be English; · Must have a valid light motor vehicle drivers’ licence: · Must have no tattoo mark(s) which will be visible when wearing any uniform of the Service; · 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 Lifestyle Audit and Top Secret Security Clearance Vetting process. The following generic competencies are applicable to every post: 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 APPOINTMENT REQUIREMENTS Applicants: -Must have a LLB (accredited by SAQA on NQF level 8); -An applicable post graduate qualification in the above relevant fields, and/or relevant training and development in an Middle Management Learning Programme, Leadership and Management Training Programme and/or admission as an Attorney or Advocate with successful bar examination/pupillage examination may be an advantage; -Must have a minimum period of three years’ appropriate managerial experience. CORE FUNCTIONS: -Provide formal, informal and proactive legal advice to Crime Intelligence, and other operational capacities in the Service in terms of applicable legislation, laws, policies, prescripts, and standards. -Provide legal support to the Division Crime Intelligence, and all other operational Divisions within the SAPS. -Engagement with stakeholders and provide legal support to operational structures to enhance police cooperation. -Provide legal support to the Division: Crime Intelligence. -Manage the drafting/ vetting of agreements (MoUs) between SAPS and other bodies (e.g. State-Owned Entities, NGOs) to enhance operational effectiveness; and -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: • The closing date for applications is: 19 October 2026 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. • 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 lifestyle audit and security vetting process to the level of Top Secret and obtain a security clearance of Top Secret. • 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. 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: 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. 19 October 2026 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 Col Els, Lieutenant Colonel Rivombo or Lt Col Göppel-Theron at telephone number: 012 393-2444 / 2996 / 1480 / 2773 / 1078 / 2426 / 1016 / 2484. HEAD: LEGAL SUPPORT: POLICING AND DETECTION RE ADVERTISEMENT (at the level of Major General) Salary Level: R1 582 272 per annum (salary level 14) Division: Legal Services (NATIONAL LEVEL) Ref Number: 26/10/3888 Generic appointment requirements applicable to all posts: Applicants: · Must be fluent in at least two of the official languages, of which one must be English; · Must have a valid light motor vehicle drivers’ licence: · Must have no tattoo mark(s) which will be visible when wearing any uniform of the Service; · 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 Lifestyle Audit and Top Secret Security Clearance Vetting process. The following generic competencies are applicable to every post: 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 APPOINTMENT REQUIREMENTS Applicants: -Must have a LLB (accredited by SAQA on NQF level 8); -An applicable post graduate qualification in the above relevant fields, and/or relevant training and development in an Executive Development Programme, Leadership and Management Training Programme and/or project Management and/or admission as an Attorney or Advocate with successful bar examination/pupillage examination may be an advantage; -Must have a minimum period of three years’ appropriate managerial experience in the field of the post on Senior Management or equivalent comparable level. CORE FUNCTIONS: -Manage and provide legal professional advisory services within the SAPS and its management where so required. -Manage and provide operational legal support to operational Divisions within SAPS in relation to the investigation, prevention and combating of crime. -Manage the drafting and vetting of SAPS/partnership cooperation agreements. -Provide support to Civilian Secretariat for Police Service (CSPS) to promote new legislation. -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: • The closing date for applications is: 19 October 2026 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. • 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 lifestyle audit and security vetting process to the level of Top Secret and obtain a security clearance of Top Secret. • 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. 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: 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. 19 October 2026 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 Col Els, Lieutenant Colonel Rivombo or Lt Col Göppel-Theron at telephone number: 012 393-2444 / 2996 / 1480 / 2773 / 1078 / 2426 / 1016 / 2484. SECTION HEAD: ASSET MANAGEMENT: MGP RE ADVERTISEMENT (at the level of Brigadier) Salary Level: R1 340 691 per annum (salary level 13) Division: Supply Chain Management (NATIONAL LEVEL) Ref Number: 26/10/3889 Generic appointment requirements applicable to all posts: Applicants: · Must be fluent in at least two of the official languages, of which one must be English; · Must have a valid light motor vehicle drivers’ licence: · Must have no tattoo mark(s) which will be visible when wearing any uniform of the Service; · 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 Lifestyle Audit and Top Secret Security Clearance Vetting process. The following generic competencies are applicable to every post: 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. 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 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. CORE FUNCTIONS: -Ensure the development of policy and setting of standards with regard to Moveable Government Property (excluding acquisition, transport assets, radio and computer related items and warehouse processes). -Ensure performance of inspections and physical verification of Moveable Government Property against the Asset Register for financial statement purposes. -Manage the approval of donations, transfers and Reg 80(6) Movable Property. *Monitor all disposals of Moveable Government Property. -Monitor all losses of Moveable Government Property. -Manage logistical accounting structures. -Ensure effective codification function for Moveable Government Property. -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: • The closing date for applications is: 19 October 2026 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. • 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 lifestyle audit and security vetting process to the level of Top Secret and obtain a security clearance of Top Secret. • 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. 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: 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. 19 October 2026 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 Col Els, Lieutenant Colonel Rivombo or Lt Col Göppel-Theron at telephone number: 012 393-2444 / 2996 / 1480 / 2773 / 1078 / 2426 / 1016 / 2484. PROVINCIAL HEAD: LEGAL SUPPORT: OPERATIONAL SERVICES: KWAZULU-NATAL RE ADVERTISEMENT (at the level of Brigadier) Salary Level: R1 340 691 per annum (salary level 13) Province: KwaZulu-Natal Ref Number: 26/10/3893 Generic appointment requirements applicable to all posts: Applicants: · Must be fluent in at least two of the official languages, of which one must be English; · Must have a valid light motor vehicle drivers’ licence: · Must have no tattoo mark(s) which will be visible when wearing any uniform of the Service; · 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 Lifestyle Audit and Top Secret Security Clearance Vetting process. The following generic competencies are applicable to every post: 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 APPOINTMENT REQUIREMENTS Applicants: -Must have a LLB (accredited by SAQA on NQF level 8) -An applicable post graduate qualification in the above relevant fields, and/or relevant training and development in an Middle Management Learning Programme, Leadership and Management Training Programme and/or admission as an Attorney or Advocate with successful bar examination/pupillage examination may be an advantage; and -Must have a minimum period of three years’ appropriate managerial experience. CORE FUNCTIONS: -To ensure legal support to operational services within the province. -Ensure the provision of legal support to Policing environments. -Ensure the provision of legal support to Crime Detection environments. -Ensure the provision of legal support to Specialised Investigations environment. -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: • The closing date for applications is: 19 October 2026 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. • 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.-3- • 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 lifestyle audit and security vetting process to the level of Top Secret and obtain a security clearance of Top Secret. • 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. 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: 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. 19 October 2026 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 Col Els, Lieutenant Colonel Rivombo or Lt Col Göppel-Theron at telephone number: 012 393-2444 / 2996 / 1480 / 2773 / 1078 / 2426 / 1016 / 2484. SECTION HEAD: CIVIL LITIGATION: LIMPOPO (AT THE LEVEL OF BRIGADIER) Salary Level: R1 340 691 per annum (salary level 13) Province: Limpopo Ref Number: 26/10/3894 Generic appointment requirements applicable to all posts: Applicants: · Must be fluent in at least two of the official languages, of which one must be English; · Must have a valid light motor vehicle drivers’ licence: · Must have no tattoo mark(s) which will be visible when wearing any uniform of the Service; · 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 Lifestyle Audit and Top Secret Security Clearance Vetting process. The following generic competencies are applicable to every post: 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 APPOINTMENT REQUIREMENTS Applicants: -Must have a LLB (accredited by SAQA on NQF level 8); -An applicable post graduate qualification in the above relevant fields, and/or relevant training and development in an Middle Management Learning Programme, Leadership and Management Training Programme and/or admission as an Attorney or Advocate with successful bar examination/pupillage examination may be an advantage; -Must have a minimum period of three years’ appropriate managerial experience. CORE FUNCTIONS: -To ensure litigation services within the province. -Manage labour litigation and arbitrations services. -Manage civil litigation services. -Manage civil claims and recovery. -Manage civil litigation payment 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: • The closing date for applications is: 19 October 2026 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. • 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 lifestyle audit and security vetting process to the level of Top Secret and obtain a security clearance of Top Secret. • 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. 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: 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. 19 October 2026 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 Col Els, Lieutenant Colonel Rivombo or Lt Col Göppel-Theron at telephone number: 012 393-2444 / 2996 / 1480 / 2773 / 1078 / 2426 / 1016 / 2484. pdf application-form-closing-date-19-october-2026.pdf