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POST 11/82 : REGIONAL HEAD RECRUIT 2026/76 Office for Witness Protection

🏢 NATIONAL PROSECUTING AUTHORITY 📍 Limpopo 73 ⏳ Closes: 15 Apr 2026 🧾 Post: 11/82

Key details

Salary
R1 266 714. • per annum • package
Centre
Limpopo 73
Closing date
15 Apr 2026
Apply email
Recruit202676@npa.gov.za

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Overview
Lead and coordinate provincial operations and strategic support for the witness protection program, managing assessments and stakeholder relations effectively.

Requirements

A qualification at NQF level 7 in Law/ International Relations/Military/Police/Political Science or equivalent as recognised by SAQA.

Nyukela Certificate (Certificate for entry into the Senior Management Service from the school of Government).

Minimum of five (5) years’ experience at middle management 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, organisational 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.


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.


How to apply

Email: Recruit202676@npa.gov.za

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