Reference Number:
KZNPG/20241211/2532
Advert Reference Number:
CSL01/2025
Job Title:
DIRECTOR: SAFETY RESEARCH AND INFORMATION MANAGEMENT
Job Level:
13
Vacancy Type:
Internal & External
Salary Range:
An all-inclusive remuneration package of R 1 216 824 per annum is payable to the successful candidate. The package includes a basic salary (70 % of package) and a flexible portion (30% of package) that may be structured in terms of the applicable rules.
Department:
KZN COMMUNITY SAFETY AND LIAISON
Component:
HEAD OFFICE
Employment Type:
Permanent
Closing Date:
2025/02/07 00:00:00
Center:
Pietermaritzburg
Number of Posts:
1
Duties/Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will be required to manage the provision of research, information analysis and conceptualization services to the Provincial Secretariat. Manage the review of police practices, methodologies, performance and make recommendations in respect thereof. Direct research into the policing needs of the province and make recommendations. Manage the conceptualization and analysis of information. Develop, evaluate and review community safety models, initiatives and monitoring tools. Ensure efficient and effective management of resources for the Directorate.
Qualifications and Experience:
The ideal candidate must be in possession of 3-year degree (NQF level 7) or higher in Human Sciences / Police Science or relevant equivalent qualification, together with a minimum of 5 years appropriate experience at a middle/senior managerial level in Safety Research and Information Management environment. A valid driver's license. Applicants must be prepared to work extended hours.
Essential Knowledge, Skills and Competencies Required
The successful candidate must have knowledge of the Constitution of RSA, 1996, Knowledge of public service Act and regulations, PFMA, South African Police Act,1995, National Crime Prevention Strategy, 1996, KZN Commissions Act,1999, Domestic Violence Act,1998, Criminal Procedure Act,1977, Employment Equity Act,1998, Skills Development Act,1998, Promotion of Administrative Justice Act,2000, Promotions of Access to Information Act,2000, Civilian Secretariat for Police Service Act,2011, Communication skills, Project management skills in crime prevention, Report writing skills, Financial Management skills, Research skills, Analytical skills, Statistical analysis skills.
Additional Information:
Prior to appointment, a candidate will be required to complete the Nyukela Programme: Pre-entry Certificate to Senior Management Services which is an online course offered by the National School of Government (NSG).