Regional Head

2026/349 Office for Witness Protection Department: Department of National Prosecuting Authority Centre: Durban Salary: R1 317 384 per annum (Level 13), (Total cost package) Reference: RECRUIT DUTIES Manage and coordinate the provision of provincial operation and strategic support for the witness protection programme. Manage and coordinate the assessment for admission of witnesses into the witness protection programme. Administer the processes for the OWP. Manage stakeholder relations. Generic management functions. ENQUIRIES KR Tsubella Tel No: (012) 845 6925 HOW TO APPLY e mail [email protected] NOTE Applicants must apply by submitting applications on the most recent Z83 form obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the DPSA web site link: https://www.dpsa.gov.za/newsroom/psvc/ and a comprehensive CV ONLY (with detailed experience information). Failure to do so will result in your application being disqualified. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on or before the day of the interview following communication from Human Resources. Foreign qualifications must be accompanied by an evaluation report issued by SAQA (only when shortlisted). It is the applicant’s responsibility to have all foreign qualifications evaluated by SAQA and to provide proof of such evaluation (only when shortlisted). All applications must reach the NPA on/or before the closing date. No late applications will be accepted/processed. Documents should not be password protected, and ZIP files will be blocked. The NPA cannot be held responsible for server delays. All applications must reach the NPA on/or before the closing date. No late applications will be accepted/processed. The applicant’s attention is drawn to the fact that the NPA uses an Electronic Response Handling System in terms of e-mailed applications. Please do not contact the NPA directly after you have e-mailed your applications to enquire if your application(s) have been received. If you have not received an acknowledgement of receipt within one week after the closing date, then you can contact the NPA. The NPA reserves the right not to fill any particular position. If you do not hear from us within (6) six months from the closing date of the advert, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Successful candidates will be subjected to a security clearance of at least confidential. Appointment to this position will be provisional, pending the issue of security clearance. Fingerprints will be taken on the day of the interview. The social media accounts of shortlisted applicants may be accessed as part of the verification process. A valid driver’s license will be a requirement where applicable. All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments which are, a practical exercise and an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process. All SMS posts will be subjected to a lifestyle audit. SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise that intends to test relevant technical elements of the job, the logistics of which will be communicated by the NPA. All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity. A pre-entry certificate obtained from the National School of Government (NSG) is required for all SMS applicants for Public Service Act positions in the NPA (SMS pre- entry certificate to be submitted prior to appointment). NPA Act appointments are exempted from the pre-entry certificate requirement. This is a Public Service specific training programme. The name of the course is Certificate for entry into the SMS. The full details can be sourced from the link https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/.. Applicants are advised that from 1 January 2021 a new application form for employment (Z83) is in use. The new application for employment form can be downloaded at www.dpsa.gov.za-vacancies. From 1 January 2021 should an application be received using the incorrect (old) application for employment (Z83), it will not be considered. NB! Applicants who are successful must please note that the NPA is not in a position to pay resettlement costs 74 OTHER POSTS Source: DPSA Public Service Vacancy Circular 39 of 2026. Apply exactly as the department instructs (Z83 form and CV); Insly does not forward applications for public service posts.

A qualification at NQF level 7 in Law / International Relations / Military/ Police / Political Science or equivalent as recognized by SAQA. Nyukela Certificate (Certificate for entry into the Senior Management Service from the school of Government). Minimum of five (5) years’ experience at a middle/senior managerial level in a law enforcement / criminal justice environment. Demonstrable competency in acting Independently, Professionally, Accountable and with Credibility. High level of understanding of and competency in people protection. Competency in at least two (2) official languages, one (1) of which must be English (multi-linguistic skills will be advantageous). Communication skills (verbal and written). Planning, organizational and financial management skills. High level of sensitivity towards people management. Knowledge of the Witness Protection Act, 112 of 1998, the Constitution of the RSA. Sound interpersonal relations. Conflict Management and conflict resolution. Negotiating and analytical skills. High level of dedication. Ability to think logically and high level of empathy. Must be prepared to travel extensively, even after hours. Sound knowledge of the Public Service Act and Regulations. Sound knowledge of National Crime Prevention strategy. Sound knowledge of the Minimum-Security Information Standards. Sound Knowledge of leading and planning operations. Valid driver’s license. Willing to undergo security clearance. 76