Researcher Ref No: Recruit 2026/239

POST 25/99 : RESEARCHER REF NO: RECRUIT 2026/239

SALARY : R605 742 per annum (Level 10), (excluding benefits)

CENTRE : Pretoria: Head Office

REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate B-degree (NQF Level 7) in Research or related field of

qualification. Minimum three (3) years relevant experience in research field or

relevant. Knowledge and skills in the Criminal Justice system and policy

framework. Knowledge of research methodologies. Information and data

gathering tools and system skills. Analysis tools and methods skills. Qualitative,

quantitative and analytical skills. Task/time management skills. Innovative

skills. People management and empowerment skills. Administration skills.

Communications skills. Planning and Prioritising skills. Customer focus and

responsiveness skills. Problem solving and decision-making skills. Computer

skills in MS Office suite, specifically MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint,

Vivo, Adobe, Zoom and MS Teams. Basic Knowledge of legislation and

regulations pertaining to public service administration specifically: The Public

Service Act and Regulations and The NPA Act. A valid driver’s license.

DUTIES : Identify key policy and research issues for the NPA on continuous scanning of

the internal and external environment. Developing system and processes.

Conduct research and evaluations. Process internal and external research

requests in the NPA. Creating mechanisms to ensure proactive, need-based

policy and research service delivery. Monitoring and evaluating the impact of

policy interventions. Liaison with all clients in the NPA and Corporate service.

Assisting with other tasks of the unit as and when required by the management

of the unit.

ENQUIRIES : Marthi Alberts Tel No: (012) 845 6275

APPLICATIONS : e mail: Recruit2026239@npa.gov.za

An appropriate B-degree (NQF Level 7) in Research or related field of qualification. Minimum three (3) years relevant experience in research field or relevant. Knowledge and skills in the Criminal Justice system and policy framework. Knowledge of research methodologies. Information and data gathering tools and system skills. Analysis tools and methods skills. Qualitative, quantitative and analytical skills. Task/time management skills. Innovative skills. People management and empowerment skills. Administration skills. Communications skills. Planning and Prioritising skills. Customer focus and responsiveness skills. Problem solving and decision-making skills. Computer skills in MS Office suite, specifically MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Vivo, Adobe, Zoom and MS Teams. Basic Knowledge of legislation and regulations pertaining to public service administration specifically: The Public Service Act and Regulations and The NPA Act. A valid driver’s license.

Identify key policy and research issues for the NPA on continuous scanning of the internal and external environment. Developing system and processes. Conduct research and evaluations. Process internal and external research requests in the NPA. Creating mechanisms to ensure proactive, need-based policy and research service delivery. Monitoring and evaluating the impact of policy interventions. Liaison with all clients in the NPA and Corporate service. Assisting with other tasks of the unit as and when required by the management of the unit.

e mail: Recruit2026239@npa.gov.za To apply, submit a completed Z83 form and detailed Curriculum Vitae (PDF document to a maximum of 10 megabytes) via e-mail or hand delivery. The Department will not be held responsible for server delays. Late applications due to technical issues will not be considered. Shortlisted candidates must provide certified copies of required documents (Identity Document, qualifications, etc) where necessary and service certificates to support senior management experience to Human Resources before the interviews, including South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) evaluation reports for foreign qualifications. Failure to comply will result in disqualification. To be appointed at Senior Management Service (SMS) level, you must complete the SMS Pre- entry programme offered by the National School of Government (NSG). Find course details here: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry- programme/ appointment is subject to successful completion of the Nyukela Programme: Pre-entry Certificate to SMS and submission of proof. Shortlisted applicants for the advertised vacancies will undergo two pre-entry assessments: a practical assessment and an integrity assessment, both of which form part of the selection criteria after the interview. 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. NB: Please note that false or fraudulent qualifications submitted by applicants will be reported to the South African Police Services (SAPS), and a criminal case shall be opened. Applications: Please submit your application before the closing date as late applications will not be considered. Do not submit duplicate applications. If applying for multiple posts, submit separate applications for each post. Applications submitted via email will be acknowledged via an automated response. Applications received manually will not be acknowledged due to high volumes of applications received. If you have not heard from us within 3 months, please consider your application to be unsuccessful. Should, during any stage of the recruitment process, a moratorium be placed on the filling of posts or the Department is affected by any process such as, but not limited to, restructuring or reorganisation of posts, the Department reserves the right to cancel the recruitment process and re- advertise the post at any time in the future. Important: DLRRD is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting representivity and affirmative action. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates. The Department reserves the right not to fill vacancies. By applying you consent to the collection and processing of your personal information for recruitment purposes. Shortlisted candidates will be required to be available for assessments and interviews at a date and time as determined by the Department. Shortlisted candidates will undergo personnel suitability checks, security vetting and reference checks (including social media profiles). Applications must declare any pending criminal, disciplinary or any other allegations or investigations. Successful candidates must pass security clearance, sign an employment contract, sign an annual performance agreement and disclose financial interests. All applicants are required to declare any conflict or perceived conflict of interest, to disclose memberships of Boards and directorships that they may be associated with. Failure to disclose relevant information may result in disqualification or termination. ERRATUM: The position of Survey Technician with Ref No: 3/1/1/1/2026/149 for the Directorate: Examination Services: KwaZulu-Natal (Pietermaritzburg) has reference. Applicants are advised that applications can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours to: 1st Floor, 270 Jabu Ndlovu Street (formerly known as Loop Street), Pietermaritzburg, 3200 or by email to Post149@dlrrd.gov.za. The closing date has been extended to 31 July 2026. The Department apologies for any inconvenience caused. MANAGEMENT ECHELON

Applications: Recruit2026239@npa.gov.za