The South African Police Service (SAPS) is currently offering several opportunities in different provinces, especially within the Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation (DPCI). Below is a list of the available positions, along with key requirements and core functions for each. If you’re looking to apply for these roles, make sure to carefully follow the application instructions and meet the eligibility criteria to increase your chances of success.
List of SAPS Vacancies
1. Sub-Section Commander: Priority Crime Management Centre
Location: Nelspruit, Mpumalanga
Level of Remuneration: R 548 880 per annum
Reference Number: DPCI/MP/29/2025
Key Requirements:
- Senior Certificate (Grade 12)
- Proficiency in at least two official languages, one of which must be English
- A three-year Diploma/Degree in Policing, Law, Forensic Investigation, or related fields
- Minimum of three years’ relevant experience, with at least two years on a supervisory level
- Valid driver’s license
Core Functions:
- Overseeing profiling and link analysis to identify trends and threats
- Implementing collection and dissemination plans
- Managing resources effectively in line with SAPS directives
- Presenting evidence in court regarding national priority crime threats.
2. Sub-Section Commander: Forensic Analysis
Location: Pretoria, Head Office
Level of Remuneration: R 548 880 per annum
Reference Number: DPCI/HO/02/2025
Key Requirements:
- Senior Certificate (Grade 12)
- A three-year Degree in Internal Auditing, Forensic Accounting, or related field
- Three years’ relevant experience in forensic investigations, two of which should be on a supervisory level
- Professional membership of ACFE or ICFP is advantageous
Core Functions:
- Supervising forensic accounting investigations
- Conducting data mining and analysis for complex financial crimes
- Providing expert evidence in court
- Coordinating forensic projects and asset forfeiture investigations.
3. Sub-Section Commander: Enterprise Risk Supervisor
Location: Pretoria, Head Office
Level of Remuneration: R 548 880 per annum
Reference Number: DPCI/HO/04/2025
Key Requirements:
- Senior Certificate (Grade 12)
- A three-year Degree in Risk Management, Internal Auditing, Accounting, or related fields
- At least three years of relevant experience, with two years in a supervisory capacity
Core Functions:
- Coordinating risk assessments at the national and provincial levels
- Developing and monitoring risk response plans
- Ensuring compliance with information security standards
- Managing human, physical, and financial resources allocated to the post.
4. Sub-Section Commander: Cyber Crime Investigation
Location: East London, Eastern Cape
Level of Remuneration: R 548 880 per annum
Reference Number: DPCI/EC/26/2025
Key Requirements:
- Senior Certificate (Grade 12)
- A three-year Degree/Diploma in Cybersecurity, Criminology, or related fields
- Minimum of three years’ relevant experience in cybercrime investigations, with two years at a supervisory level
Core Functions:
- Developing cybercrime investigation methodologies
- Coordinating priority cybercrime investigations and national projects
- Monitoring unauthorized access and social media investigations
- Ensuring compliance with security standards and data protection laws.
5. Sub-Section Commander: Asset Forfeiture Investigation
Location: Germiston, Gauteng
Level of Remuneration: R 548 880 per annum
Reference Number: DPCI/GP/25/2025
Key Requirements:
- Senior Certificate (Grade 12)
- A Degree/Diploma in Policing, Law, Forensic Investigation, or related fields
- Three years of relevant experience in asset forfeiture investigations, two years in a supervisory role
Core Functions:
- Conducting asset forfeiture investigations
- Profiling suspects and gathering information
- Liaising with stakeholders regarding asset forfeiture procedures
- Preparing and submitting court-ready evidence.
6. Sub-Section Commander: Cyber Crime Investigation
Location: Germiston, Gauteng
Level of Remuneration: R 548 880 per annum
Reference Number: DPCI/GP/27/2025
Key Requirements:
- Senior Certificate (Grade 12)
- A Degree/Diploma in Cybersecurity, Criminology, or related field
- Three years of relevant experience with two years at the supervisory level
Core Functions:
- Monitoring and overseeing cybercrime investigations
- Developing and implementing investigation methodologies
- Ensuring compliance with information security standards
- Coordinating cybercrime investigations at the national and internal levels.
7. Sub-Section Commander: Asset Forfeiture Investigation
Location: Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Level of Remuneration: R 548 880 per annum
Reference Number: DPCI/KZN/24/2025
Key Requirements:
- Senior Certificate (Grade 12)
- A Degree/Diploma in Forensic Investigation, Law, or related fields
- Three years of experience in asset forfeiture, with two years in a supervisory role
Core Functions:
- Conducting asset forfeiture investigations
- Liaising with relevant stakeholders to gather evidence
- Managing resource allocation and compliance with security standards.
8. Serious Organised Crime Investigator
Location: Thohoyandou, Limpopo
Level of Remuneration: R 437 607 per annum
Reference Number: DPCI/LIM/31/2025
Key Requirements:
- Senior Certificate (Grade 12)
- A Degree/Diploma in Criminal Justice, Cybersecurity, Criminology, or related field
- Two years’ relevant experience with one year in a supervisory role
Core Functions:
- Investigating organised crime threats and violent crimes
- Managing firearm and explosive investigations
- Coordinating vehicle-related investigations
- Ensuring adherence to policy standards and procedures.
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How to Apply
- Application Deadline: All applications must be submitted by 17 April 2025.
- Application Forms: Available at SAPS offices or downloadable from the SAPS website.
- Documents Required: Include your CV, certified copies of your ID, driver’s license, and relevant academic qualifications.
- Submission: Applications must be hand-delivered or couriered to the relevant provincial offices or national head office addresses mentioned above for each role.
For more details, refer to the official SAPS website or contact the respective provincial recruitment offices.
The South African Police Service (SAPS) is offering a wide range of exciting career opportunities for individuals who are passionate about making a difference in the fight against crime. With vacancies across various departments such as Cyber Crime Investigation, Forensic Analysis, Asset Forfeiture, and Organised Crime Investigation, SAPS is looking for skilled and dedicated professionals to join their ranks. Whether you have a background in law, criminology, forensic science, or cybersecurity, there is a position to match your expertise.
