DEPUTY DIRECTOR-GENERAL: COUNTER CORRUPTION AND SECURITY SERVICES (REF NO: HRMC 34/26/4) Jobs in Gauteng
| Job Title | DEPUTY DIRECTOR-GENERAL: COUNTER CORRUPTION AND SECURITY SERVICES REF NO: HRMC 34/26/4 |
| Company | Home Affairs |
| Job Reference | HRMC 34/26/4 |
| Category | Government |
| Location | Pretoria, ZA |
| Employment Type | Contractor |
| Date Posted | 2026-06-13T19:36 |
| Closing Date | 2026-07-13T21:36 |
| Status | Open for Applications |
| Salary | ZAR 1885710 - 2124327 per year |
DEPUTY DIRECTOR-GENERAL: COUNTER CORRUPTION AND SECURITY SERVICES REF NO: HRMC 34/26/4 - Job Description
Introduction
applications of DEPUTY DIRECTOR-GENERAL: COUNTER CORRUPTION AND SECURITY SERVICES (REF NO: HRMC 34/26/4) Jobs in Gauteng Must be submitted on or before the closing date; accompanied by a fully completed and signed Application for Employment Form (New Z83, effective from 1 January 2021, obtainable at www.dpsa.gov.za), citing the correct post number and job title; a comprehensive CV (citing the start and end date, job title, detailed duties performed and exit reason for each employment period to be considered, as well as the details of at least two contactable employment references (as recent as possible)); as well as relevant educational qualifications / RPL certificates / Academic Transcripts of completed qualifications, regardless of online, email or manual submission.
Applicants who possess (a) foreign qualification(s), are furthermore required to submit the evaluated results of such qualifications as received from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Pre-Screening: During pre-screening, candidates may be directed to submit additional supporting documentation such as a copy of their ID document, a valid driver’s license (if specified as a job requirement), acting letters, amongst others. Selection: Shortlisted candidates - will be subject to various assessments, such as an interview(s) and technical test(s) (which assess the candidate’s professional and technical competency against the job requirements and duties, general job fit, integrity and digital literacy); potentially considered suitable after the interview(s) and test(s), will be subjected to further mandatory assessments (which, amongst others, assesses the candidate’s proficiency in the core, professional and behavioural competencies attached to the level of the post within the Senior Management Service), employment suitability checks (credit, criminal, citizenship, qualifications, social media background, conducting business with State; and employment references including verification of relevant employment tenures, pending disciplinary action and exit reasons); will be required to submit a Declaration of Business Interests and successfully complete the online Nyukela Pre-entry Certificate to Senior Management Services course, which can be accessed via: http://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. Candidates wishing to be considered for appointment, are encouraged to enrol for this course immediately. All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One must be a practical exercise, 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. Appointment: Once appointed, the completion of an employment contract, performance agreement, financial disclosure; and the undergoing of a compulsory induction programme, serving a prescribed probation period, and undergoing security vetting will be required. Unless otherwise indicated, correspondence between the Department and candidates generally will be limited to shortlisted candidates. The DHA complies with the Protection of Personal Information Act, 2013 (Act No. 4 of 2013). Personal information submitted will be processed solely for recruitment purposes, retained where required for audit, and safeguarded against unauthorised disclosure, except where legally required. Submission of an application constitutes consent to such processing
About the Company
The Department of Home Affairs (DHA) seeks to appoint professional, passionate and skilled individuals to form part of a leadership team driving the transformation of Home Affairs into a digital-first, world class organisation. Candidates committed to service excellence, digital transformation, innovation, integrity and the Department’s shared values, and whose credentials meet the requirements of these posts, are invited to apply before the closing date. The DHA is a merit-based and equal opportunity employer. In line with its commitment to promoting opportunities, in the filling of these posts, women and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply
Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for, amongst others, the following
key functions: Provide strategic and executive leadership to the Branch:
Counter Corruption and Security Services, including the effective management
of human, financial and physical resources, as well as governance, risk and
compliance processes. Lead the Department’s counter-corruption and security
modernisation initiatives through the implementation of digital transformation
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programmes, secure systems and technology-enabled oversight mechanisms
aligned to departmental priorities and digital transformation objectives. Provide
strategic leadership on physical and information security management,
including the protection of personnel, assets, information, facilities and critical
infrastructure, as well as compliance with the Minimum Information Security
Standards (MISS) and related security prescripts.
Oversee the investigation
and analysis of fraud, corruption, criminal conduct, employee misconduct and
other security-related matters, including collaboration with law enforcement
and prosecutorial authorities to support successful case resolution and
prosecution. Provide strategic leadership on personnel security and vetting
services, including security screening, vetting compliance, security clearance
processes and stakeholder coordination with relevant security agencies. Lead
the development and implementation of counter-corruption prevention,
intelligence gathering, fraud risk management and ethics management
initiatives, including conducting lifestyle audits, strengthening whistleblower
protection mechanisms, chairing the Departmental Ethics Committee, and
driving the implementation of the Public Service integrity and ethics
management frameworks across the Department. Oversee the development,
review and implementation of policies, directives, governance frameworks and
codes of practice to ensure regulatory compliance, effective risk management,
audit readiness and alignment with departmental and national prescripts.
Facilitate strategic stakeholder engagement and partnerships with law
enforcement agencies, intelligence structures and key stakeholders in support
of the Department’s mandate and operational objectives. Ensure the
achievement of Branch performance targets, operational efficiency, effective
service delivery and the institutionalisation of accountability, ethical
governance and organisational values across the Branch
Required Qualifications
A qualification in Law / Security Management / Forensic Investigation /
Management / Business Management / Public Administration / Public
Management or in a related field at NQF level 8 as recognised by SAQA. 8
years’ experience at a Senior Management level. Extensive experience in an
anti-corruption or security services environment. Proven track record of
operating successfully at a strategic / executive leadership level within a large
organization of comparable size and complexity as well as public sector
experience will serve as an added advantage. Extensive knowledge and
understanding of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, Public
Service legislative and regulatory frameworks, government policies, protocols
and governance prescripts applicable to security management, intelligence
coordination, anti-corruption and related functions. Excellent knowledge of
legislation, policies and frameworks governing security, investigations,
intelligence and anti-corruption operations, including Intelligence Services
legislation, the Criminal Procedure Act, the South African Police Service Act,
anti-corruption legislation, and the National Intelligence Framework. Sound
knowledge and understanding of governance, fraud prevention, risk
management, information security and cybersecurity frameworks, including the
Public Service Anti-Corruption Strategy, Fraud Risk Management Framework,
Minimum Information Security Standards (MISS), Cybercrimes legislation, the
Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), State Information Technology
governance frameworks, and Digital Government and Digital Identity
frameworks.
Sound knowledge and understanding of policy development,
strategic planning, operational governance, and the alignment of security,
intelligence and anti-corruption functions with organisational and sector
specific business requirements. Sound knowledge and understanding of
government planning and governance frameworks, including the Medium-Term
Development Plan (MTDP), Government Planning Frameworks, and the
principles of good corporate governance (King IV). A Valid driver’s licence or
ability to fulfil the operational travel requirements of the post independently,
through maintaining reliable transport arrangements for the execution of official
duties, as well as willingness to travel and work extended hours. Successful
completion of the Nyukela Pre-entry Certificate to Senior Management
Services. Skills and competencies: Strong digital leadership capabilities,
including the ability to drive innovation, embrace emerging technologies and
lead business process transformation within a digital-first environment;
including the modernization of anti-corruption and security processes and
systems, digital governance controls and technology-enabled oversight
mechanisms. Strategic leadership and execution capabilities, including
decision-making, accountability and the ability to lead security, counter
corruption, governance and organisational transformation initiatives within a
highly regulated environment.
Advanced security, investigative and
governance capabilities, including counter-corruption, fraud risk management,
intelligence coordination, investigations oversight, information and physical
security management, vetting, compliance and risk management. Strong
strategic, analytical and operational management capabilities, including policy
development, programme and project management, financial management,
governance oversight, planning and organising, problem-solving and the ability
to work effectively under pressure and meet organisational targets. Capability
to drive digital transformation and modernisation within the security and
counter-corruption environment through secure digital systems, information
security frameworks and technology-enabled oversight mechanisms. Excellent
stakeholder management and interpersonal capabilities, including influencing,
networking, negotiation, conflict resolution, communication and engagement
with law enforcement agencies, intelligence structures and strategic
stakeholders.
Strong people management and change leadership capability,
including team leadership, coaching, empowerment, talent development, and
the ability to drive organizational culture transformation and workforce adoption
of digital solutions. High levels of professionalism, ethical conduct, honesty and
integrity, attention to detail, sound judgement and a commitment to public
service excellence.
How to Apply
Applications compliant with the “Directions to Applicants” above, must be
submitted online at https://erecruitment.dha.gov.za, or via email to
ccssrecruitment@dha.gov.za (limited to 2.5MB in size. Should an automated
acknowledgement of receipt not be received when an application is emailed,
this could mean that the application was not received due to the size of the
attachments.
Should this occur, kindly resend the application in 2 / 3 parts,
splitting the attachments accordingly), or delivered for the attention of the
enquires person cited for this post, to the Department of Home Affairs, Head
Office, 5th Floor Hallmark Building, 230 Johannes Ramokhoase Street,
Pretoria Central.