Assistant Director: Corporate Services vacancy at Independent Police Investigative Directorate - PSV Circular 36 of 2026

INTRODUCTION

Government job seekers, take note: Independent Police Investigative Directorate has advertised an Assistant Director: Corporate Services post with a closing date of 23 October 2026.

The advertised package is R487 197 a year (Level 09). This post was published in Public Service Vacancy Circular 36 of 2026, issued on 09 October 2026.

Job title	Assistant Director: Corporate Services
Department	Independent Police Investigative Directorate
Reference number	Q9/2026/53
Salary	R487 197 a year (Level 09)
Centre / location	Kimberley (Northern Cape)
Province	Northern Cape
Closing date	23 October 2026
Circular	PSV Circular 36 of 2026

ABOUT THE ROLE

This vacancy forms part of Independent Police Investigative Directorate. It carries the reference number Q9/2026/53, and the successful candidate will work from Kimberley (Northern Cape).

RESPONSIBILITIES

Main duties listed by the department:

Manage Financial Administration support services.
Request and analyse Expenditure Control C reports.
Submitting S&T claims to Finance for processing.
Checking and submitting overtime claims to Finance for processing.
Submitting petty cash reconciliations to National Office.
Submitting payroll to Finance.
Checking and validating of invoices, certifying of invoices for services received (e.g.
GRV) Provide motivation of the variance between expenditure and cash-flow.
Provide budget breakdown and cash-flow.
Compile and submit funds shifts requests to cover negatives and unforeseen expenditure.
Manage Human Resource Administration Service: Facilitate the implementation of employee compensation, general conditions of service, benefits, and incentives.
Monitor the provision of leave, long service recognition and PILIR being captured.
Facilitate and coordinate the termination or resignations of employees including debt forms.
Provide advice on human resource policies and practices.
Facilitate the processing of labour relations issues.
Keep and maintain work registers of all HRM matters.
Provide secretarial services during interviews.
Manage Supply Chain Support Services.
Coordinate the Goods received vouchers (GRV) submitted to the SCM within 2 days from the receipt of the invoice from SCM.
Checking and validating of invoices.
Certifying of invoices for goods and services received (e.g.
GRV) and forwarding of Goods Received Voucher to invoicing Unit.
Coordinate the implementation of the Demand and procurement plans for the province.
Verification of the asset register.
Verification of the asset register.
Verification of stock control.
Manage Facilities, Transport, and Record Management Services: facilitate day-to-day repairs of the building.
Coordinate the utilisation of vehicles.
(verify the logbook, conduct inspection of the vehicle).
Compile reports for any damages and losses of the car.
Monitoring and verify telephone usage for the individuals in the office.
Conduct quality check on trip requests prior to issuing of vehicle.
Verify if the records register is correct.
Supervise Human Resource / Staff: allocate and ensure quality of work.
Personnel developments.
Assess staff performance Apply discipline.
Make sure of adherence to prescribes regulations, guidelines and policies.

REQUIREMENTS

To be considered, you should meet these requirements:

An NQF level 7 in Public Management / Administration / Financial Management Qualification or Relevant as recognised by SAQA, 3 to 5 years' supervision experience in the finance and human resource environment, A valid driver's licence.
Knowledge: Human Resource Management Policies, Human Resource System and Procedures, Performance Management, Knowledge of Project Management, Public Services Act, Regulations and Resolutions, Recruitment and Selection Strategies, Code of Remuneration, Extensive knowledge of legislation regulating Human Resource Management (HRM).
Extensive knowledge of regulatory frameworks such as Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations, Public Service Regulatory Framework governing Human Resource Management Practices, Employment Equity Act, HRM related policies, systems and processes, procedures and best practice.
Working knowledge and experience of PERSAL.
Skills and Competencies: Client Service Orientation, emotional intelligence, Team participation, Job Knowledge, Flexibility, Continuous Improvement, Ability to relate well with all levels of stakeholders, root cause identification, Presentation, Planning and organising, Strong Analytic skills, Communication skills, Analytical Skills, Negotiations skills, financial management, Performance Management, Honesty and Integrity.

HOW TO APPLY

Download the NEW Z83 form from the DPSA website and complete it in full.
Prepare a detailed CV with your qualifications, experience and contact details.
Write the reference number Q9/2026/53 on your application.
Submit as instructed: Independent Police Investigative Directorate, Private Bag X941, Pretoria, 0001 or hand deliver to 99 Phakamile Mabija Street, Kimberly, 8301 or Recruitment5@ipid.gov.za Please indicate the post name and reference number on the subject line) when applying through e-mail.
Make sure your application reaches the department by 23 October 2026.

Enquiries: Mr. OD Khanyi Tel No: (053) 492 0211

Important notes:

Use the new Z83 form with a detailed CV. Old forms may lead to disqualification.
Late applications are not considered, so submit before the closing time.
Receipt of applications is usually not acknowledged. Only shortlisted candidates are contacted.
Foreign qualifications must be supported by a SAQA evaluation report.
Expect personnel suitability checks such as criminal, qualification and employment verification.
Senior management posts require the SMS pre-entry certificate and extra assessments.

TIPS TO STRENGTHEN YOUR APPLICATION

Make sure your contact details on the Z83 and CV are current, with a working cellphone number and email address.
Do not wait for the last day. Servers slow down near the closing date, and late applications are not considered.
Check your email and phone regularly after the closing date. Departments only contact shortlisted candidates.
Match your CV to the requirements above. Show the exact qualification, years of experience and skills that are listed.
If this is your first government application, read the DPSA guide on completing Z83 so you do not lose points on a simple form error.

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Independent Police Investigative Directorate Vacancy: Assistant Director