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Requirements

The ideal candidate must be in possession of 3-year degree (NQF level 7) or higher in Human Sciences / Police Science or relevant equivalent qualification, together with a minimum of 5 years appropriate experience at a middle/senior managerial level in Safety Research and Information Management environment. A valid driver’s license.

Successful completion of the Nyukela Public Service SMS Pre-entry Programme as endorsed by the National School of Government (NSG) prior to appointment.

Applicants must be prepared to work extended hours.

The successful candidate must have knowledge of the Constitution of RSA, 1996, Knowledge of public service Act and regulations, PFMA, South African Police Act,1995, National Crime Prevention Strategy, 1996, KZN Commissions Act,1999, Domestic Violence Act,1998, Criminal Procedure Act,1977, Employment Equity Act,1998, Skills Development Act,1998, Promotion of Administrative Justice Act,2000, Promotions of Access to Information Act,2000, Civilian Secretariat for Police Service Act,2011, Communication skills, Project management skills in crime prevention, Report writing skills, Financial Management skills, Research skills, Analytical skills, Statistical analysis skills.

Duties

The successful candidate will be required to manage the provision of research, information analysis and conceptualization services to the Provincial Secretariat.

Manage the review of police practices, methodologies, 250 performance and make recommendations in respect thereof.

Direct research into the policing needs of the province and make recommendations.

Manage the conceptualization and analysis of information.

Develop, evaluate and review community safety models, initiatives and monitoring tools.

Ensure efficient and effective management of resources for the Directorate. ENQUIRIES Mr. N.D Mchunu Tel No: (033) 341 9300 DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH “We strive to create an environment that brings the power of diversity to life and as such, this Department is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, whose aim is to promote inclusiveness in all occupational levels in the Department”.

How to apply

Email: HeadOffice.JobApplication@kznhealth.gov.za

Tip: Many government posts require a completed Z83 form. Download it above and follow the guide.

Notes

Applications must be submitted on the new prescribed Application for Employment form (Z83) which must be originally signed, initialled and dated.

Applications received on the incorrect Z83 will not be considered.

All required information on the Z83 must be provided.

Failure to complete or disclose all information will automatically disqualify the applicant.

The Z83 should be accompanied by a comprehensive CV (with detailed experience).

Persons with disabilities should feel free to apply for the post.

The appointments are subject to positive outcomes obtained from the State Security Agency (SSA) to the following checks (security clearance (vetting), criminal clearance, credit records, citizenship), verification of Educational Qualifications by SAQA, verification of previous experience from Employers and verification from the Company Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC).

Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified 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.

It is the applicant’s responsibility to have all foreign qualifications evaluated by SAQA and to provide proof of such evaluation only when shortlisted.

Applicants: Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.

If you apply for more than 1 post, submit separate applications for each post that you apply for.

Should you not be contacted within 3 months of the closing date of the advertisement, please consider your application to be unsuccessful.

All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments.

One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. OTHER POSTS