Circular 32 of 2026 · Post 32/133
VETTING INVESTIGATOR
Office of the Chief Justice (OCJ)
- LevelLevel 07
- AdvertCombined vacancy information
Job details
- Circular
- 32 of 2026
- Page No.
- 5
- Circular Post
- 32/133
- Department
- Office of the Chief Justice (OCJ)
- Closing date
- 18 September 2026
About this vacancy
This advert contains combined vacancy information. Review the source-supplied values below; they are not automatically paired into individual positions.
Applications close on 18 September 2026.
Application and salary information
Salary
R338 106 – R398 277 per annum (Level 07). The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement.
Application route
Complete submission instructions are provided under How to apply.
Vacancy information
This advert contains combined vacancy information. Values are shown as supplied and are not paired into positions unless the source stores that relationship explicitly.
- Centre
- National Office: Midrand
- Salary information
- R338 106 – R398 277 per annum (Level 07). The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement.
Requirements
- Applicants should be in possession of National Diploma in Social Science, Security Management, Criminology, Police Science or related qualifications at NQF level six (6) as recognised by SAQA.
- Two (2) years’ experience in the relevant field.
- Vetting Course from SSA, DI and SAPS will serve as an added advantage.
- Knowledge and Skills: Knowledge of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, Minimum Information Security Standard (MISS) and other departmental policies/guidelines and procedural, National Vetting Strategy, Public Service Act, 103 of 1994, general administrative function including vetting, National Strategic Intelligence Act, 39 of 1994, as amended, Protection of Information Act, 85 of 1985, Protection of Personal Information Act, 04 of 2013 and investigation and procedures applicable to the public service.
- Skilled in computer literacy, report writing, research, planning, communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.
Duties
Gather all relevant documents and information, conduct proper analysis and quality checks on information, conduct vetting investigations in respect of confidential and secret level, compile and submit reports to management and National Intelligence Agency on all vetting files and reports completed on daily basis, contact subjects and references in order to schedule interviews, ensure that all interviews with subjects and references are conducted, ensure that all nine vetting factors are adequately addressed where relevant during interviews, follow up with the subject or references on any unclarified or inadequately addressed vetting factor or issue, ensure that all interviews conducted are incorporated fully into the report, compile vetting investigation reports outlining the findings and recommendations gathered and collected during interviews and administer vetting investigation files, ensure sound and evidence-based recommendations, incorporate and use all sources and documents used into the reports, submit completed Vetting Investigations to the Vetting Manager/ Supervisor for quality control, conduct company screenings as requested by the Vetting Manager on Ad-hoc basis, prepare adhoc investigations reports and recommendation on negative pre-employment findings on candidates, conduct verification of company information as provided for using various sources such as MIE checks, SARS etc, ensure quality and sound company screening and ad-hoc investigation reports are submitted to end users for further handling, conduct ongoing assessment of developments in vetting in order assist in policy development, analyse, research and evaluate all vetting related information, provide advice and guidance on the interpretation and application of legislation, policies and procedures, establish, promote relationships with external stakeholders and credit information providers to access information.
Enquiries
Technical Related Enquiries: Mr S Dlamini Tel No: (010) 493 2604 HR Related Enquiries: Mr K Mphela Tel No: (010) 493 2527
How to apply
Where and how to submit your application.
Applications can be sent via email to 2026/126/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
Notes and Z83 guidance
- All applications must be submitted on a New Z83 form, which can be downloaded on internet at www.judiciary.org.za / www.dpsa.gov.za/dpsa2g/vacancies.asp or obtainable from any Public Service Department and should be accompanied by a recent comprehensive CV only; contactable referees (telephone numbers and email addresses must be indicated). Please send your documents in a PDF and put them in one folder.
- 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 communication from Human Resources.
- All shortlisted candidates, including the 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.
- Applicants could be required to provide consent for access to their social media accounts. Prior to appointment for SMS, a candidate would be required to complete the Nyukela Programme: Pre-entry Certificate to Senior Management Services as endorsed by DPSA which is an online course, endorsed by the National School of Government (NSG). The course is available at the NSG under the name Certificate for entry into the SMS and the full details can be sourced by the following link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. Each application form must be fully completed, duly signed and initialed on both pages by the applicant. The application must indicate the correct job title, the office where the position is advertised and the reference number as stated in the advert.
- Failure by the applicant to complete, sign and initial the application form will lead to disqualification of the application during the selection process.
- Applications on the old Z83 will unfortunately not be considered.
- Should you be in possession of a foreign qualification, it must be accompanied by an evaluation considered. Suitable candidates will be subjected to a personnel suitability check (criminal record, financial checks, qualification verification, citizenship checks, social media, reference checks and employment verification).
- Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
- The Department reserves the right not to make any appointment(s) to the advertised post(s).
- Applicants who do not comply with the above-mentioned requirements, as well as applications received late, will not be considered.
- Failure to submit all the requested documents will result in the application not being considered during the selection process.
- All successful candidates will be expected to enter into an employment contract and a performance agreement within 3 months of appointment, as well as be required to undergo a security clearance three (3) months after appointment. The Office the Chief Justice complies with the provisions of the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA); Act No. 4 of 2013. We will use your personal information provided to us for the purpose of recruitment only and more specifically for the purpose of the position/vacancy you have applied for. In the event that your application was unsuccessful, the Office of the Chief Justice will retain your personal information for internal audit purposes as required by policies.
- All the information requested now or during the process is required for recruitment purposes.
- Failure to provide requested information will render your application null and void. The Office of the Chief Justice will safeguard the security and confidentiality of all information you shared during the recruitment process. ERRATUM: Kindly take note that the post of Usher Messenger at the Western Cape Division of the High Court: Cape Town, Ref No: 2026/69/OCJ advertised on Public Service Vacancy Circular 25, dated 17 August has been withdrawn.
Z83 form: Government job applications usually require the Z83 application form. Download the Z83 application form before applying.
Additional notes
The Organisation will give preference to candidates in line with the Employment Equity goals.
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Official source
This vacancy was imported from DPSA Circular 32 of 2026 for reference.
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Original Text
SALARY : R338 106 – R398 277 per annum (Level 07). The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement.
CENTRE : National Office: Midrand
REQUIREMENTS : Applicants should be in possession of National Diploma in Social Science, Security Management, Criminology, Police Science or related qualifications at
NQF level six (6) as recognised by SAQA. Two (2) years’ experience in the relevant field. Vetting Course from SSA, DI and SAPS will serve as an added
advantage. Knowledge and Skills: Knowledge of the Constitution of the
Republic of South Africa, Minimum Information Security Standard (MISS) and other departmental policies/guidelines and procedural, National Vetting
Strategy, Public Service Act, 103 of 1994, general administrative function including vetting, National Strategic Intelligence Act, 39 of 1994, as amended,
Protection of Information Act, 85 of 1985, Protection of Personal Information
Act, 04 of 2013 and investigation and procedures applicable to the public service. Skilled in computer literacy, report writing, research, planning,
communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.
DUTIES : Gather all relevant documents and information, conduct proper analysis and quality checks on information, conduct vetting investigations in respect of
confidential and secret level, compile and submit reports to management and
National Intelligence Agency on all vetting files and reports completed on daily basis, contact subjects and references in order to schedule interviews, ensure
that all interviews with subjects and references are conducted, ensure that all nine vetting factors are adequately addressed where relevant during
interviews, follow up with the subject or references on any unclarified or inadequately addressed vetting factor or issue, ensure that all interviews
conducted are incorporated fully into the report, compile vetting investigation reports outlining the findings and recommendations gathered and collected
during interviews and administer vetting investigation files, ensure sound and evidence-based recommendations, incorporate and use all sources and
documents used into the reports, submit completed Vetting Investigations to the Vetting Manager/ Supervisor for quality control, conduct company
screenings as requested by the Vetting Manager on Ad-hoc basis, prepare adhoc investigations reports and recommendation on negative pre-employment findings on candidates, conduct verification of company information as
provided for using various sources such as MIE checks, SARS etc, ensure quality and sound company screening and ad-hoc investigation reports are
submitted to end users for further handling, conduct ongoing assessment of developments in vetting in order assist in policy development, analyse,
research and evaluate all vetting related information, provide advice and guidance on the interpretation and application of legislation, policies and
procedures, establish, promote relationships with external stakeholders and credit information providers to access information.
ENQUIRIES : Technical Related Enquiries: Mr S Dlamini Tel No: (010) 493 2604 HR Related Enquiries: Mr K Mphela Tel No: (010) 493 2527
APPLICATIONS : Applications can be sent via email to 2026/126/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
NOTE : The Organisation will give preference to candidates in line with the Employment Equity goals.