DIRECTOR: CRIME PREVENTION REF NO: FS CSRT 03/01/2026 (X1
POST)
SALARY :
R1 266 714 per annum (Level 13), (an all-inclusive package). The
remuneration package consists of the basic salary (70% of the package) and
a flexible portion of 30% that may be structured in terms of the applicable rules
which includes Government’s contribution to the Government Employee
Pension Fund – 13% of the basic salary and flexible portion which may be
structured in terms of the rules for the structuring of the flexible portion and
which include a 13th cheque, motor car allowance, home owner’s allowance
and medical aid assistance. The successful candidate will be required to enter
into a performance agreement within three months after assumption of duty.
CENTRE : Head Office (Bloemfontein)
REQUIREMENTS :
Appropriate NQF 7 (as recognised by SAQA) Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent
qualification in Social Science, Policing, Criminal Justice or relevant equivalent
qualification. A minimum of five (5) years’ experience in Middle/Senior
Managerial Level in crime prevention, research or safety management
environment. Understanding of the Civilian Oversight for Police Service Act,
the South African Police Service Act, Crime Prevention Policy Practices and
Criminal Justice Systems, National Crime Prevention Strategy, Integrated
Crime and Violence Prevention Strategy, the Constitution of RSA, Public
Service Act, Public Finance Management Act; in-depth knowledge of legislative
prescripts governing the Safety and Security Sector, etc. Nyukela Pre-Entry
SMS Certificate (no appointment shall be finalised without the relevant
candidate producing the pre-entry certificate for SMS). Valid driver’s license.
All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry
assessments. One must be a practical exercise, and the other must be an
Integrity (Ethical Conduct) Assessment. Selection panels shall score both
technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process. Key
requirements: Demonstrated an ability to provide strategic direction on matters
relating to crime prevention and community safety environments. Proven ability
to develop, implement and review Provincial or National Safety Strategies and
Crime Prevention Policies. Ability to manage resources. Proven ability to make
high-level decisions, particularly in governing the safety and security sector.
Proven track record in providing high-level reports on crime prevention in the
province. Proven ability to lead a team, manage performance and foster
capacity building. High-level strategic financial management, accountability
and compliance with public service prescripts. Experience in monitoring and
evaluating performance within the public service, specifically related to policing
or law enforcement.
DUTIES :
Initiate, manage and implement the national crime and violence prevention
programmes and strategies, promote and monitor an integrated approach
towards Social Crime Prevention in the Province. Promote and monitor good
Community Police Relations. Coordinate multi-sectoral stakeholder meetings
and mobilise communities, NGO’s and interfaith/ traditional leaders on crime
prevention/ community safety and the root causes thereof. Develop,
implement, evaluate and monitor evidence-based crime prevention policies
and strategies. Through the Chief Director: Civilian Secretariat for Police,
provide policy advice to the Provincial Commissioner and oversight of policing.
Roll out and support Community Policing Forums (CPFs) and Community
Safety Forums (CSFs) at provincial and local levels. Conduct monitoring and
evaluation of SAPS compliance with policies and service delivery in terms of
crime prevention. Oversee community development initiatives, safety
awareness campaigns, and provide strategic direction to the Directorate.
Prepare and submit reports on operational activities of the Directorate.
Represent the Department on various boards, committees and liaison
structures between the various spheres of Government. Development and
implementation policies, strategies and programmes. Ensure effective
management of the resources of the Directorate, i.e., manage human, financial
and asset resources.
ENQUIRIES : Ms N. Mopeli at 072 781 5180
APPLICATIONS : E-Recruitment Email: dcrimeprev@freetrans.gov.za