South African Police Service (SAPS)

Reference Number: TRA26/27

Location : National Level

Monthly Stipend: R5,000.00

Employment Type: Contract

Number of Posts: 5,500

Appointment: SAPS Act, 1995 (Act No. 68 of 1995)

1. Generic Requirements

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

1. Complete the application form determined by the National Commissioner and affirm under oath or by solemn declaration that all information provided is true and correct.
2. Be a South African citizen and provide documentary proof of citizenship.
3. Be at least 18 years old and not older than 35 years old on the closing date of the advertisement.
4. Undergo a physical and medical examination and be found physically, medically and mentally fit for appointment.
5. Undergo psychological and integrity assessments and meet the required profile of a police official.
6. Possess a Grade 12 (Matric) certificate or an equivalent qualification.
7. Be proficient in English and at least one other official language.
8. Be willing to take the oath of office.
9. Be willing to undergo training as determined by the National Commissioner.
10. Have no tattoo marks visible while wearing any SAPS uniform.
11. Not have been declared unfit to possess a firearm.
12. Have no previous criminal convictions or pending criminal cases.
13. Not have been dismissed for serious misconduct involving dishonesty, violence, sexual harassment or drug-related matters.
14. Allow a buccal sample (cheek swab) and fingerprints to be taken and checked against the criminal record system.
15. Allow background checks to be conducted.
16. Be willing to undergo security vetting and obtain the required security clearance.
17. Be willing to serve anywhere in the Republic of South Africa.

2. Core Functions

Successful applicants will be trained to perform duties that include:

• Preventing, combating and investigating crime.
• Maintaining public order.
• Protecting and securing the inhabitants of South Africa and their property.
• Upholding and enforcing the law.

3. Additional Requirements and Preferences

Preference will be given to applicants who possess a valid driver’s licence for at least a light motor vehicle, as well as applicants with the following qualifications:

1. A relevant three-year tertiary qualification at NQF Level 6 or higher, such as Criminal Law, Policing or Forensic Investigation.
2. Another three-year tertiary qualification at NQF Level 6 or higher.
3. A Grade 12 certificate with the minimum requirements for admission to a bachelor’s degree.

Recruitment and Screening Process

All applicants will be subjected to:

• Fitness testing.
• Psychometric and integrity testing.
• Medical evaluation.
• Interviews during the recruitment, selection and enlistment process.
• Verification of qualifications, driver’s licence (where applicable), citizenship and residential address.
• Security screening, reference checks, social media checks and fingerprint verification.

Applicants previously employed by a government department who were dismissed for misconduct will not be considered for appointment to SAPS.

Important Health Notice

Due to the physical demands of the Basic Police Development Learning Programme, applicants with chronic diseases, physical impairments or other health conditions that could interrupt training may be excluded from the programme.

Applicants must disclose relevant health conditions. Failure to do so may result in withdrawal from the programme if the condition is subsequently identified.

4. General Conditions

• Only successful applicants will be contacted.
• If you have not been contacted within three months after the closing date, you should consider your application unsuccessful.
• Being assessed during the selection process does not guarantee appointment, as the number of available posts is limited.
• Each applicant is limited to one application. The system will accept only one application.
• SAPS is under no obligation to appoint any applicant.
• Do not pay anyone a fee to participate in the SAPS recruitment process

Important: The closing date and direct application link were not included in the information provided. Check the official SAPS recruitment portal to confirm these details before applying.