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    Director – Security Administration, Anti-Fraud and Corruption x1

    • POST 32/79: Director – Security Administration, Anti-Fraud and Corruption
    • Reference Number: DSDFS 72/25
    • Salary: R1,266,741 per annum (Level 13), all-inclusive package
    • Centre: Bloemfontein
    • Closing Date: 19 September 2025
    • Enquiries: Mr. MF Finger –  072 954 3160

    Job Purpose:

    To provide strategic leadership, coordination and oversight in the implementation of security administration, fraud prevention, and anti-corruption initiatives across the department, ensuring a secure and fraud-resilient environment.

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Ensure 24-hour physical security and access control across departmental premises

    • Manage and coordinate security operations for departmental events

    • Oversee personnel security, including handling security clearance processes

    • Conduct regular security audits and assessments

    • Manage ICT-related physical and information security

    • Lead and supervise security personnel and manage the sectional budget

    • Oversee investigations of security breaches

    • Develop, implement and manage the department’s Anti-Fraud and Corruption Strategy, in line with PFMA requirements

    • Verify qualifications, criminal records, and citizenship of prospective employees before appointment

    • Implement secure systems for reporting corruption anonymously and confidentially

    • Investigate corruption allegations, institute disciplinary action in collaboration with labour relations, and refer cases to law enforcement when necessary

    • Promote a departmental culture of ethics, accountability and transparency

    • Conduct ongoing employee awareness programmes on:

      • What constitutes corruption

      • Protected disclosures and witness protection

      • Access to information (PAIA) and Promotion of Administrative Justice Act (PAJA)

    • Ensure all employees maintain valid security clearances and annually disclose financial interests

    Minimum Requirements:

    • Qualification:

      • Bachelor’s Degree (NQF Level 7) in Security Management, Public Administration, General Management, or an equivalent field

    • Experience:

      • Minimum of 5 years at middle/senior management level in security administration

    • Professional Requirements:

      • Valid driver’s license

      • Successful completion of the SMS Pre-entry Programme (Nyukela) is required before appointment (not required for shortlisting)

    Required Skills & Competencies:

    • In-depth knowledge of:

      • Physical and Electronic Security Systems

      • Relevant security legislation, policies, and prescripts

      • Public Finance Management Act (PFMA)

      • Anti-corruption frameworks and reporting systems

    • Strategic and operational leadership

    • People and performance management

    • Policy development and drafting

    • Problem solving and analytical skills

    • Conflict resolution

    • Budget and project management

    • Excellent written and verbal communication

    • Innovation and service delivery improvement

    • High level of confidentiality, ethics, and professionalism

    Assessment & Appointment Conditions:

    • Appointment is subject to:

      • SMS Contract and Performance Agreement

      • Vetting and security clearance

      • Competency assessment and financial disclosure

    • Shortlisted candidates will undergo a technical assessment relevant to the post

    • Employment Equity principles will be applied with preference to underrepresented groups, including persons with disabilities

    Application Instructions:

    • Submit Z83 form (latest version), fully completed, along with a detailed CV

    • Do not include certified documents at application stage

    • ALOUse only one method to apply:

      • Hand delivery or drop-off: Zana Building, Corner Hill and Henry Street, Bloemfontein

      • Email: Submit in one scanned PDF to the email listed in the original advert (not specified here — likely available in full advert or via contact)

      • Max file size for emailed applications: 5 MB

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