SPECIALIST: VETTING

Reference: HRMC 47/26/6. Salary: R1 317 384 - R1 551 807 per annum (Level 13), (an all-inclusive salary package) structured as follows: Basic salary – 70% of package; State contribution to the Government Employee Pension Fund – 13% of basic salary. The remaining flexible portion may be structured in terms of the applicable remuneration rules.. Requirements: An undergraduate qualification in Law or Vetting, Security Management, Public Management and Administration, or related field at NQF level 7 as recognized by SAQA. 5 Years’ Middle / Senior Managerial level experience in Vetting or handling of classified information is required. Knowledge of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa. Knowledge and understanding of all relevant public service and Departmental Legislative Frameworks, as well as Government Structures. Knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) and Treasury regulations. Knowledge of the Minimum Information Security standards (MISS). Knowledge of the National Intelligence Strategy Act. Knowledge of the Protection of Information Act. Knowledge of the Criminal Procedure Act of 1977 as amended. Understanding of investigative techniques and methodology. Knowledge of vetting and security legislation including National Key Point Act. Understanding and knowledge of risk management. Understanding of the national vetting strategy. Excellent abilities and vast experience in project management, project optimization, and the use of online systems. A Valid driver’s licence or ability to fulfil the operational travel requirements of the post independently, through maintaining reliable transport arrangements for the execution of official duties, as well as willingness to travel and work extended hours. Willingness to travel and work extended hours. Completion of the Senior Management Services Pre-entry Certificate upon appointment. Required skills and competencies: Strategic capability and leadership Execution. Service delivery innovation, client orientation and customer focus. People management and empowerment. Financial Management. Program and project management. Change management. Knowledge management. Support with digital transformation. Excellent verbal and written communication, as well as presentation skills. Problem-solving and analysis. Influencing, networking, conflict management and negotiation skills. Attention to detail. Process analysis and improvement. Crime information management. Interpersonal skills. Decision making and initiating action. Planning, organising and time management. Policy development, coaching and facilitating. Business report writing. Result-orientated. Computer literacy. Patriotism, Honesty and Integrity. Duties: The successful candidate will be responsible for, amongst others, the following Government vacancy from Public Service Vacancy Circular 24 of 2026.