HEAD OF DEPARTMENT

Department of Community Safety and Liaison

Reference number: DCSL/HOD/07/2026
Salary: R1 885 710 per annum (Level 15), (Inclusive remuneration package), plus a 10% non-pensionable Head of Department allowance. The inclusive remuneration package includes a 30% portion which may be structured according to the individual’s needs.
Centre: Head Office – Pietermaritzburg
Province: KwaZulu-Natal
Closing date: 31 July 2026
Circular: No 25 of 2026

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Requirements

Applicants must be in possession of a qualification at (NQF level 8) in LLB/ Criminology / Public Administration / Social Sciences as recognized by SAQA. Minimum of 10 years relevant experience at a senior management level. Computer Literacy Valid driver’s license. Knowledge and Skills: Strong strategic capabilities as well as leadership Significant managerial capability and experience in providing strategic leadership and direction in the sector. Extensive knowledge and understanding of national and provincial legislation Sound knowledge and understanding of all policies affecting the Department of Community Safety and Liaison Ability to engage leaders in government, businesses and labour at high level Experience in working with organized labour and unions Facilitation and organizing skills Good negotiation skills Experience in running an organization as well as interacting with senior officials/human resources within and outside the Public Sector Extensive knowledge and understanding of the Constitution of South Africa, Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations, Labour Relations act, Public Finance Management Act, Treasury Regulations Knowledge, interpretation and Application of all Legislative Framework/ Policies Project Management Skills Financial Management Skills Strategic Management Skills and Planning Skills People Management and empowerment skills Analytical, creative and innovative thinking skills.

Duties

Provide strategic direction and perform all functions attached to the Head of Department of Community Safety and Liaison in terms of the Public Service Act, 1994 as amended and Public Service Regulations, 2016. Ensure the effectiveness and efficiency of line function components dealing with the monitoring of police service delivery, the evaluation of complaints received about the police, social crime prevention and research, community policing, and victim empowerment and special inter-sectoral projects Formulate and ensure the implementation of policies, procedures, strategies and projects, including the determination and provision of training and development programmes within and external to the Department which will enable the Department to successfully fulfil its role in providing an effective and efficient service at all times The management of all resources, including human resources under his/her supervision in order to deliver on core functions Exercising of control of the utilisation of the KZN Department of Community Safety and Liaison in terms of prescribed Acts and Regulations to ensure the efficient and effective delivery of services to the people of the Province Provide expert advice to the Premier as the Executive Authority on a regular basis regarding all matters pertaining to the Department and legal support and security services as stipulated in the SAPS Act and MISS document Provide effective and efficient administrative systems The overall management of the rendering of efficient and professional departmental services to functionaries within Department and the general public with particular emphasis on service delivery within the Province.

Where to send your application

must be posted to: The Head of Department, KwaZulu-Natal Department of Human Settlements, Private Bag X54367, Durban, 4000 or hand delivered to: The Acting Director: Human Resource Management and Development, Department of Human Settlements, Ground Floor, Murchison Passage, 353- 363 Dr Pixley ka Seme Street, Durban, 4001. Applicants are encouraged to apply for posts through the online e-Recruitment system at www.kznonline.gov.za/kznjobs FOR ATTENTION : Mr. TW Khalishwayo

Enquiries

Ms. N.G. Khanyile, Director-General Tel No: (033) 307 0260

Note

Directions to applicants: Applicants using the manual application process must ensure that the new Z83 application form (obtainable from any Public Service institution) is completed, duly signed and initialed as failure to do so may lead to disqualification of the application during the selection process. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other related documents on or before the day of the interview following the communication from Human Resources. Applicants are discouraged from sending applications through registered mail because the Department will not be responsible for non-collection of these applications. No late applications will be accepted. Applications submitted electronically will be taken as a final application and may not be amended or supplemented in any way after the closing date indicated in the advertisement. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date of the advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Failure to comply with the above instructions will result in the disqualification of your application. NB: All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview. Following the technical exercise and the interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity. The KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Government is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and preference will be given to suitably qualified candidates from designated groups in terms of Employment Equity Act, 1998. The Department reserves the right not to make these appointment/s. Note: Applications not submitted on the fully completed new Z83 application forms will not considered.

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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