- Company
- South African Police Service
- Location
- Nelspruit, Mpumalanga
- Job type
- Permanent
- Minimum qualification
- Grade 12
- Salary
- R237 453 per annum (Level 05)
- Reference
- MP 01/10/2026
- Closing date
- 6 November 2026 (3 days left)
About this post
The South African Police Service is looking for 4 people for the post of Administration in Nelspruit. It is a permanent post on salary level 5, paying R237 453 per annum.
Where you will work: Nelspruit POCC
Closing date: Friday, 6 November 2026. Late applications are not considered.
What you need
The official advert asks for:
- Applicants must display competency in the core functions of the post.
- Be proficient in at least English and one other official language.
- Be a citizen of the Republic of South Africa of which documentary proof must be furnished on the day of the interview.
- Be in possession of Grade 12 / Senior Certificate / NCV Level 4 or equivalent qualification (NQF level 4 as recognized by SAQA).
- Relevant courses in the field of the post will serve as an added advantage.
- Knowledge, skills and competencies: General computer literacy skills (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Office, MS PowerPoint and Outlook).
- Demonstrate competency in acting Independently, Professionally, Accountable and with Credibility.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Sound planning, organizing, administrative and problem-solving skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Customer focus and responsiveness.
- Be willing to work under pressure and extended hours.
What you’ll do
- To provide administrative and clerical operational support service to personnel in respect of POCC.
- Administer correspondences and accurate record keeping of files.
- Administer logistical matters.
- Manage and control human and physical resources of the unit.
- Implement and maintain the performance management process and job descriptions at the unit
- The activation of integrated operational strategies to reduce opportunities for identified priority crimes, improve response to identified priority crimes and minimizing thereof.
- Administer the monitoring and reporting of all operational communication.
- Administer the recording of all information and update combat boards and systems.
Tips before you apply
- Use the new Z83 application form. Fill in every section and sign it: unsigned or incomplete Z83 forms are usually not considered.
- Quote the reference number MP 01/10/2026 on your application and in the subject line of any e-mail.
- Attach only the documents this advert asks for, such as a CV with your experience dated month and year. Many departments ask for certified copies only once you are shortlisted.
- Show clearly on your CV that you meet each requirement above, for example your Grade 12 results or driver's licence code.
How to apply
Apply the way the official advert says. EmploymentHub is not the employer and does not handle applications.
Where to apply: Applications may be hand-delivered, as follows: 4 Ehmke Street, Nelspruit. Application must be deposited into the boxes available at the front of the offices. Applications forwarded by post to be addressed to Recruitment Section, (Attention: Captain Hlubi / SAC Lukhele) South African Police Service, Private Bag X94, Nelspruit, 1200 or e-mailed to HlubiJ@saps.gov.za
Closing date: Friday, 6 November 2026
Notes from the official advert
Applications must be submitted on a Z83 Form (2021 version), obtainable from http://www.dpsa.gov.za/dpsa2g/vacancies.asp, which must be accompanied with a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae. The post particulars and reference number of the post you are applying for, must be correctly specified on the application form. Please complete a separate application form for each post you wish to apply for. It is the responsibility of the applicants to submit applications timeously to the correct physical address as provided in the advertisement. Please note that applications submitted to an incorrect physical address will not be considered. Late applications will not be accepted or considered. Short-listed candidates will be required to produce originals of their Identity Document (ID), Senior Certificate and all educational qualifications obtained, service certificates from previous employers stating the occupation and motor vehicle driver’s license, before the interview. Qualifications and driver’s licences submitted will be subjected to verification with the relevant institutions. Applicants must have no previous criminal convictions or pending criminal/departmental cases and shall allow their fingerprints to be taken and background enquiries to be made. Short-listed candidates may be subjected to a full security clearance process before or during any stage of employment. Short-listed candidates will be subjected to a vetting process which will include security screening, fingerprint screening, reference checking and verification of address, where necessary. 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. Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process. Short-listed candidates for appointments to certain identified posts will be vetted in terms of the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act, 2007 (Act No 32 of 2007) and the Children’s Act, 2005 (Act No 38 of 2005). A candidate whose particulars appear in either the National Register for Sex Offenders or Part B of the Child Protection Register, will be disqualified from appointment. Candidates are expected to disclose if he/she is a respondent in an interim or final protection order in terms of the Domestic…
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Source: DPSA Public Service Vacancy Circular 38 of 2026 (view original). EmploymentHub is not the employer and does not handle applications.
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