PROTECTOR

National Prosecuting Authority

Office for Witness Protection

Reference number: RECRUIT 2026/308
Salary: R605 742 per annum (Level 10), (excluding benefits)
Centre: Eastern Cape (Gqeberha)
Province: Eastern Cape
Closing date: 14 September 2026
Circular: No 31 of 2026

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Requirements

An appropriate B Degree (NQF 7) or Three (3) year Diploma (NQF 6) qualification. Must have at least two (2) years’ experience in the field of the post. Must have police, military, or correctional services basic training. Must have successfully completed a SWAT or Tactical Police course. Demonstrable competency in acting Independently, Professionally, Accountable and with Credibility. Knowledge and experience of undercover work. Must be competent in at least two official languages of which one must be English. Must be prepared to be available 24/7 and travel extensively, even after-hours. Know how to account for public funds according to the PFMA. Knowledge of Asset Management in the Public service, Knowledge of the Constitution and Bill of Rights, National Crime Prevention Strategy, Victims Charter, and Batho Pele Principles. Sound knowledge the Witness Protection Act, 1998, Firearm control Act and Criminal Procedure Act, 1977. Sound knowledge of the Public Service Act and Regulations, the PFMA, 1999 and Treasury Regulations. Sound knowledge of the Minimum-Security Information Standards (MISS). Must be prepared to undergo a Top-Secret security clearance, a regular polygraph and voice stress analysis test. Strategic capability and leadership. General management skills. People management and empowerment. Administration skills. Good communication skills. Planning and Prioritizing. Customer Focus and Responsiveness. Problem solving and decision making. Candidate will be subjected to a competency assessment which can include report writing, fire-arm competency, advance driving, and fitness assessment. A valid driver’s licence.

Duties

Assist with admission of witnesses and related persons into the Witness Protection Programme. Ensure safety, wellbeing and management of witnesses and extended families. Court protections and consultations. Assist in the transformation of all facets of the Witness Protection Programme to enhance service delivery to vulnerable and intimidated witnesses and related persons, law enforcement and prosecution. Assist in developing best practice module aligned to Bill of Rights, Batho Pele and United Nations Best Practice. Assist in building relationships with customers and other role players (within NPA, nationally and internationally) Office administration.

Where to send your application

e mail: Recruit2026308@npa.gov.za

Enquiries

CH Loots Tel No: (041) 045 0402

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 31 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 28 August 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 9 September 2026.

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