CRIMINAL INVESTIGATOR

National Prosecuting Authority

Investigating Directorate Against Corruption

Reference number: RECRUIT 2026/256
Salary: R605 742 per annum (Level 10), (excluding benefits)
Centre: Pretoria: Head Office
Province: Gauteng
Closing date: 3 August 2026
Circular: No 25 of 2026

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Requirements

An appropriate B-degree or three (3) year Diploma in policing and/or criminal investigation or related. Minimum 5 (five) years criminal investigation experience with three (3) years operational experience in a legal/ investigative environment in roles related to corruption investigations, commercial related crimes and/or financial crimes. Vocational training in criminal investigations such as the detective Learning Programme and/or other specialised investigation courses. Strategic capability and leadership. General management skills. People management and empowerment. Administration skills. Communication. Planning and Prioritising. Customer Focus and Responsiveness. Problem Solving and Decision Making. Valid driver’s license.

Duties

Conduct strategic planning and implementation for investigations purposes. Attend to stakeholder engagements in relation to investigations. Conduct criminal investigations as authorised by the Investigating Director. Execute special operations in line with the provisions of relevant legislation. Participate in national criminal investigative projects and administrative functions.

Where to send your application

e mail: Recruit2026256@npa.gov.za

Enquiries

Matodzi Makhari Tel No: (012) 845 6012

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 25 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 17 July 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 30 July 2026.

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