Circular 31 of 2026 · Post 31/44 · Ref RECRUIT 2026/308
PROTECTOR
National Prosecuting Authority
- CentreEastern Cape (Gqeberha)
- LevelLevel 10
- Posts2 posts
Closing date: Closes today
Job details
- Circular
- 31 of 2026
- Page No.
- 4–5
- Circular Post
- 31/44
- Reference number
- RECRUIT 2026/308
- Department
- National Prosecuting Authority
- Centre
- Eastern Cape (Gqeberha)
- Salary
- R605 742 per annum (Level 10), (excluding benefits)
- Number of posts
- 2
- Closing date
- 14 September 2026
About this vacancy
Review the complete requirements and application instructions for this vacancy at National Prosecuting Authority.
The listed centre is Eastern Cape (Gqeberha).
Applications close on 14 September 2026.
Application and salary information
Salary
R605 742 per annum (Level 10), (excluding benefits)
Application route
Complete submission instructions are provided under How to apply.
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, firearm 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.
Enquiries
CH Loots Tel No: (041) 045 0402
How to apply
Where and how to submit your application.
e mail: Recruit2026308@npa.gov.za
Notes and Z83 guidance
- Applicants must apply by submitting applications on the most recent Z83 form obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the DPSA web site link: https://www.dpsa.gov.za/newsroom/psvc/ and a comprehensive CV only (with detailed experience information).
- Failure to do so will result in your application being disqualified.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on or before the day of the interview following communication from Human Resources. Foreign qualifications must be accompanied by an evaluation report issued by SAQA (only when shortlisted). It is the applicant’s responsibility to have all foreign qualifications evaluated by SAQA and to provide proof of such evaluation (only when shortlisted).
- All applications must reach the NPA on/or before the closing date.
- No late applications will be accepted/processed. Documents should not be password protected, and ZIP files will be blocked. The NPA cannot be held responsible for server delays.
- All applications must reach the NPA on/or before the closing date.
- No late applications will be accepted/processed. The applicant’s attention is drawn to the fact that the NPA uses an Electronic Response Handling System in terms of e-mailed applications. Please Do Not contact the NPA directly after you have e-mailed your applications to enquire if your application(s) have been received. If you have not received an acknowledgement of receipt within one week after the closing date, then you can contact the NPA. The NPA reserves the right not to fill any particular position. If you do not hear from us within (6) six months from the closing date of the advert, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
- Successful candidates will be subjected to a security clearance of at least confidential. Appointment to this position will be provisional, pending the issue of security clearance. Fingerprints will be taken on the day of the interview. The social media accounts of shortlisted applicants may be accessed as part of the verification process. A valid driver’s license will be a requirement where applicable.
- All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two preentry assessments which are, a practical exercise and an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.
- All SMS posts will be subjected to a lifestyle audit. SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise that intends to test relevant technical elements of the job, the logistics of which will be communicated by the NPA.
- All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity. A pre-entry certificate obtained from the National School of Government (NSG) is required for all SMS applicants for Public Service Act positions in the NPA (SMS pre-entry certificate to be submitted prior to appointment). NPA Act appointments are exempted from the pre-entry certificate requirement. This is a Public Service specific training programme. The name of the course is Certificate for entry into the SMS. The full details can be sourced from the link https://www.thensg.gov.za/trainingcourse/sms-pre-entry-programme/..
- Applicants are advised that from 1 January 2021 a new application form for employment (Z83) is in use. The new application for employment form can be downloaded at www.dpsa.gov.zavacancies. From 1 January 2021 should an application be received using the incorrect (old) application for employment (Z83), it will not be considered. NB!
- Applicants Who Are Successful Must Please Note That The NPA Is Not In A Position To Pay Resettlement Costs
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Official source
This vacancy was imported from DPSA Circular 31 of 2026 for reference.
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Original Text
POST 31/44 : PROTECTOR REF NO: RECRUIT 2026/308 (X2 POSTS) Office for Witness Protection
(1 Re-advert)
SALARY : R605 742 per annum (Level 10), (excluding benefits)
CENTRE : Eastern Cape (Gqeberha)
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, firearm 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.
ENQUIRIES : CH Loots Tel No: (041) 045 0402
APPLICATIONS : e mail: Recruit2026308@npa.gov.za
(1 Re-advert)
SALARY : R605 742 per annum (Level 10), (excluding benefits)
CENTRE : Eastern Cape (Gqeberha)
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, firearm 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.
ENQUIRIES : CH Loots Tel No: (041) 045 0402
APPLICATIONS : e mail: Recruit2026308@npa.gov.za