Specialist: Vetting

Overview

Manage the vetting unit's operations and lifecycle processes at the Department of Home Affairs Head Office in Tshwane, ensuring departmental security and compliance.

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 specific tasks: Manage the operations and service delivery within Vetting unit to ensure efficiency to support departmental security and compliance.
• Oversee the entire lifecycle of a vetting process, including pre-employment checks, background investigations, and the management of sensitive information.
• Lead and oversee daily operations within the Vetting Unit to ensure optimal workflow and resource utilization.
• Monitor and evaluate service delivery performance, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
• Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and service excellence within the unit.
• Align all vetting activities meet departmental policies, national laws, and regulatory standards.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate departmental risks through thorough vetting, and contribute to the development and updating of the risk register.
• Oversee the execution of fieldwork investigations within the Department.
• Manage and oversee the pre-employment vetting process in order to mitigate the organisational risk on new recruits.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of controls and continuously improving vetting policies and procedures.
• Manage and implement strategic objectives and innovation within the Vetting unit.
• Manage the implementation of people management strategies, policies and procedures within Vetting Unit.
• Ensure effective risk and compliance management.
• Ensure effective and efficient management of human, physical and financial resources within the Chief Directorate.
• Coach and guide staff on compliance with all regulatory requirements.

How to apply

Applications compliant with the “Directions to Applicants” above, must be submitted online at https://erecruitment.dha.gov.za or ccssrecruitment@dha.gov.za OTHER POSTS

Enquiries: Mr W Mamphoke Tel No: (012) 406 4247

Notes

Applications must be submitted online at https://erecruitment.dha.gov.za sent to the correct address specified at the bottom of the posts, on or before the closing date accompanied by a fully completed Application for Employment Form (New Z83, effective from 1 January 2021), obtainable at www.dpsa.gov.za, citing the correct post number and job title, and a comprehensive CV (citing the start and end date dd/mm/yy), job title, duties performed and exit reason for each employment period to be considered, as well as the details of at least two contactable employment references (as recent as possible), regardless of online or manual submission. Where a valid Driver's License and a Professional Driving Permit (PDP) is a requirement, this must be indicated on the CV. All shortlisted candidates, including 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. Shortlisted candidates will also be required to submit a copy of their ID document, a valid driver’s license (if specified as a job requirement), relevant educational qualifications / RPL certificates / Academic Transcripts of completed qualifications, and Acting letters as directed. Furthermore, applicants who possess (a) foreign qualification(s), are required to submit the evaluated results of such qualifications, as received from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA); for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity, will be subjected to an interview, various relevant tests and assessments, and employment suitability checks (credit, criminal, citizenship, qualifications, and employment references including verification of exit reasons, and conducting business with State). Once appointed, serving of a prescribed probation period, and obtaining of a security clearance appropriate to the post, will be required. Correspondence between the Department and candidates will be limited to shortlisted candidates, only. The DHA complies with the Protection of Personal Information Act, 2013 (Act No. 4 of 2013). Applicants’ personal information will be used for recruitment purposes, retained where required for audit, and safeguarded against unauthorised disclosure, except where legally required. Submission of an application constitutes consent to such processing. ERRATUM: Kindly note that the process to submit applications for the post of Senior Legal Administration Officer (MR-6) with Ref No: HRMC 43/26/3, that was advertised in Public Service Vacancy Circular 23 dated 03 July 2026, was omitted and therefore must be sent to: Applications: Applications compliant with the “Directions to Applicants” above, must be submitted online at https://erecruitment.dha.gov.za or legalrecruitment@dha.gov.za To this effect, the closing date for this post has been extended to 24 July 2026.We apologise for the inconvenience caused. MANAGEMENT ECHELON