Section Head: Chemistry: Forensic Science Laboratory: Division: Detective and Forensic Services: Re-Advertisement (at the level of Brigadier) Ref Number: 26/10/3880

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**Overview** This role is for a Section Head of Chemistry within the Forensic Science Laboratory, part of the Division: Detective and Forensic Services, at the South African Police Service (SAPS). This is a re-advertisement for a position at the level of Brigadier, with reference number 26/10/3880. The primary purpose of the role is to manage efficient and credible national forensic chemistry services, including forensic analysis, crime scene investigation support, and the provision of expert court testimony to support the Criminal Justice process. **What you will do** * Manage an efficient and credible national forensic chemistry service concerning the application of forensic analysis for the identification of drugs, medicine, harmful substances, and ignitable liquids related exhibit material, along with providing relevant statements 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, including providing relevant reports and expert court testimony to support the Criminal Justice process. * Manage an efficient forensic chemistry service to meet Forensic Science Laboratory service delivery targets, such as case finalisation rate, case turnaround time, and service provided to the Criminal Justice System. * Manage and utilise human, financial, physical, and information resources within the immediate post environment in accordance with the strategies, priorities, and regulatory framework of the SAPS. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * Must be fluent in at least two of the official languages, of which one must be English. * Must have a valid light motor vehicle driver’s licence. * Must have no tattoo marks 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. * Will be required to undergo a Lifestyle Audit and Top Secret Security Clearance Vetting process. * The post requires skills in: strategic capability, analytical ability, 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, and stakeholder management. * Must have at least a three-year Degree or Diploma accredited by SAQA on NQF level 6 or higher in Natural Science / Degree or Diploma majoring in Chemistry. * Must have a minimum period of three years’ appropriate managerial experience. **Who should apply** The ideal candidate is a highly experienced manager with a strong academic background in Natural Science or Chemistry (NQF Level 6 or higher). They should possess at least three years of appropriate managerial experience and demonstrate comprehensive skills in strategic capability, leadership, project management, financial management, and people management within a service delivery context. Applicants must be fluent in at least two official languages (one being English), hold a valid driver's license, and meet strict security and lifestyle vetting requirements, including having no visible tattoos when in uniform. This role suits a professional capable of overseeing complex forensic chemistry operations and supporting the Criminal Justice process at a Brigadier level within the South African Police Service. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/section-head-chemistry-forensic-science-laboratory-division-detective-and-forensic-services-re-advertisement-at-the-level-of-brigadier-ref-number-26-10-3880-south-african-police-service-saps Source: myjobmag

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