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Senior Fingerprint Expert: Investigation And Records Ref

Department of Home Affairs
Head Office: Tshwane, (BVR), NationalR413 001 - R486 501 per annum (Level 08), (a basic salary package)SecurityCloses 21 August 2026

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POST 27/41 : SENIOR FINGERPRINT EXPERT: INVESTIGATION AND RECORDS REF

SALARY : R413 001 - R486 501 per annum (Level 08), (a basic salary package)

CENTRE : Head Office: Tshwane, (BVR)

REQUIREMENTS : An undergraduate qualification in Public Management, Administration,

Operations Management at NQF level 6 as recognised by SAQA. 2 years’

experience at a supervisor level and experience in Civic Services / Customer

Service and basic Investigation and Records environment is required. Basic

Knowledge of Public Service Regulations. Knowledge of the Departmental

Legislation and Prescripts (Civic Services). Knowledge and understanding of

the verification process. Basic knowledge of the Human Resource Regulatory

Framework. Willingness to travel and work extended hours. Required skills and

competencies: Service delivery. Client and customer orientation. Honesty and

integrity. Client and customer relations. Conflict Resolution. Problem solving

and analysis. Report Writing. Colour vision and hearing. Basic Ability to

understand and follow camera scripts. Physical strength to carry heavy

equipment and stamina. Ability to think and act quickly. Computer literacy.

Basic image editing skills. Communication skills. Planning and organising

skills. Analytical skills. Problem solving skills. Patriotic, Honesty, Integrity and

Accountability.

DUTIES : The successful candidate will be responsible for, amongst others, the following

specific tasks: Supervise and implement the processing of investigations and

records of clients in the unit. Ensure and implement the investigation and

records by following the correct processes and procedures in the unit. Ensure

and prepare all the files received from front office. Ensure the investigation and

records of the application according to requirements. Ensure the capturing of

quality with regard to the application. Resolve technical or practical issues from

employees and escalate complex matters to the Supervisor. Monitor the

performance of the SLA between the Front Office and the unit and take

corrective action where required. Implement effective operational control

measures to prevent corruption and other non-financial losses. Liaise with

Government Printing Works and other stakeholders to ensure quality and

timeous delivery of services. Facilitate the timely and compliant filing and/or

disposal of undelivered or incomplete Identity Documents. Ensure the ongoing

in and out management of records in the unit. Supervise and implement

investigation and records processes and procedures. Maintain good

relationships with clients and stakeholders. Implement effective risk and

compliance in line with the relevant practices. Ensure effective and efficient

management of human, physical and financial resources within the Unit. Coach

and guide staff on best practices and compliance with regulatory requirements.

ENQUIRIES : Mr R Mohlaka Tel No: (012) 406 4246

APPLICATIONS : Applications compliant with the “Directions to Applicants” above, must be

submitted online at https://erecruitment.dha.gov.za or

civicsrecruitment@dha.gov.za. Head Office, Hallmark Building: Physical

address: 230 Johannes Ramokhoase Street, Pretoria, 0001

ANNEXURE I

JUDICIAL INSPECTORATE FOR CORRECTIONAL SERVICES

The Judicial Inspectorate for Correctional Services (JICS) is an equal opportunity employer. In the filling

of vacant posts, the objectives of section 195 (1) (i) of the Constitution of South Africa, 1996 (Act No: 108

of 1996), the Employment Equity imperatives as defined by the Employment Equity Act, 1998 (Act No: 55

of 1998) and relevant Human Resources policies of JICS will be taken into consideration. Women and

people with disabilities are encouraged to apply and preference will be given to the EE Target. JICS

reserves the rights to fill these positions.

APPLICATIONS : Applications to be submitted through following link:

https://forms.gle/w4r2xEnc74TyJvku7 or hand delivered to Block C3, Eco

Origins Office Park, Witch-hazel Street, Centurion, 0046.

FOR ATTENTION : Human Resources

CLOSING DATE : 21 August 2026 at 16:00 (walk-in) and 20:00 (online)

NOTE : All attachments for online application must include an application form Z83 and

CV only, in PDF and as one (1) document or attachment and saved with

surname and initials. JPEG (picture/snapshot) applications will not be

accepted. Failure to do so will result in your application being disqualified.

Applications quoting the relevant reference number must be submitted on the

new form Z83, obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the

internet at www.gov.za/documents. Received applications using the incorrect

application for employment (old Z83) will not be considered. Each post(s)

advert must be accompanied by its own application form for employment and

must be fully completed, initialled and signed by the applicant as instructed

below. Failure to fully complete, initial and sign the Z83 form will lead to

disqualification of the application during the selection process. All applications

must reach the Judicial Inspectorate for Correctional Services (JICS) on/or

before the closing date and time. JICS cannot be held responsible for server

delays. Applications submitted in any other way other than the published link

or hand delivery will be treated as invalid. All fields of Section A, B, C and D of

the Z83 must be completed in full. Section E, F, G (Due to the limited space on

the Z83, it is acceptable for applicants to indicate “refer to CV” or “see

attached”. However, the question related to conditions that prevent re-

appointment under Part “F” must be answered and the declaration signed. Only

an updated comprehensive CV (with detailed previous experience, if any) and

a completed and signed new Z83 application form is required. 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 the

communication from Human Resources and such qualification(s) and other

related document(s) will be in line with the requirements of the advert. Non-

RSA Citizens/Permanent Resident Permit holders in possession of foreign

qualifications must be accompanied by an evaluation report issued by the

South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) (only when shortlisted).

Applicants who do not comply with the abovementioned

instructions/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. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted

candidates only. All shortlisted candidates shall undertake a pre-entry practical

exercise as part of the assessment method to determine the candidate’s

suitability based on the posts’ technical and generic requirements. Suitable

candidates will be subjected to a personnel suitability check (criminal record,

citizenship, credit record checks, qualification verification and employment

verification). Please note by responding to the advertisement, you consent to

the collection, processing, and storing of your Personal Information in

accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). Your

information will be used for the sole purpose of this application and will not be

shared with third parties without prior consent unless required by law. Due to

the large number of responses anticipated, correspondence will be limited to

short-listed candidates only. If you have not been contacted within three

months of the closing date of the advertisement, please accept that your

application has been unsuccessful. The JICS reserves the right not to make

any appointment(s) to the below advertised post(s). The successful candidate

will be required to enter into an employment contract and a performance

agreement. All costs associated with an application will be borne by the

applicant. The appointment will be made according to the Public Service Act of

1994. 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.

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Requirements

An undergraduate qualification in Public Management, Administration, Operations Management at NQF level 6 as recognised by SAQA. 2 years’ experience at a supervisor level and experience in Civic Services / Customer Service and basic Investigation and Records environment is required. Basic Knowledge of Public Service Regulations. Knowledge of the Departmental Legislation and Prescripts (Civic Services). Knowledge and understanding of the verification process. Basic knowledge of the Human Resource Regulatory Framework. Willingness to travel and work extended hours. Required skills and competencies: Service delivery. Client and customer orientation. Honesty and integrity. Client and customer relations. Conflict Resolution. Problem solving and analysis. Report Writing. Colour vision and hearing. Basic Ability to understand and follow camera scripts. Physical strength to carry heavy equipment and stamina. Ability to think and act quickly. Computer literacy. Basic image editing skills. Communication skills. Planning and organising skills. Analytical skills. Problem solving skills. Patriotic, Honesty, Integrity and Accountability.

Duties

The successful candidate will be responsible for, amongst others, the following specific tasks: Supervise and implement the processing of investigations and records of clients in the unit. Ensure and implement the investigation and records by following the correct processes and procedures in the unit. Ensure and prepare all the files received from front office. Ensure the investigation and records of the application according to requirements. Ensure the capturing of quality with regard to the application. Resolve technical or practical issues from employees and escalate complex matters to the Supervisor. Monitor the performance of the SLA between the Front Office and the unit and take corrective action where required. Implement effective operational control measures to prevent corruption and other non-financial losses. Liaise with Government Printing Works and other stakeholders to ensure quality and timeous delivery of services. Facilitate the timely and compliant filing and/or disposal of undelivered or incomplete Identity Documents. Ensure the ongoing in and out management of records in the unit. Supervise and implement investigation and records processes and procedures. Maintain good relationships with clients and stakeholders. Implement effective risk and compliance in line with the relevant practices. Ensure effective and efficient management of human, physical and financial resources within the Unit. Coach and guide staff on best practices and compliance with regulatory requirements.