Protector x20 – Office for Witness Protection

REQUIREMENTS:

An appropriate B Degree (NQF 7) or Three (3) year National Diploma (NQF 6) in Policing or equivalent.

Must have at least five (5) years’ experience in the field of the post.

Must have police, military, or correctional service basic training.

Must have successfully completed a SWAT/VIP Protection course or Tactical Policing Training. Demonstrable competency in acting Independently, Professionally, Accountable and with Credibility.

Knowledge and experience of undercover work will be added advantage.

Must be competent in at least two official languages of which one must be English.

Must be prepared to be available 24/7 and travel extensively, even after-hours.

Know how to account for public funds according to the PFMA.

Knowledge of Asset Management in the Public service, Knowledge of the Constitution and Bill of Rights, National Crime Prevention Strategy, Victims Charter, and Batho Pele Principles. Sound knowledge the Witness Protection Act, 1998, Firearm control Act and Criminal Procedure Act, 1977.

Sound knowledge of the Public Service Act and Regulations, the PFMA, 1999 and Treasury Regulations.

Sound knowledge of the Minimum-Security Information Standards (MISS).

Must be prepared to undergo a Top-Secret security clearance, a regular polygraph and voice stress analysis test.

Strategic capability and leadership.

General management skills.

People management and empowerment.

Administration skills.

Good communication skills.

Planning and Prioritizing.

Customer Focus and Responsiveness.

Problem solving and decision making.

Candidate will be subjected to a competency assessment which can include report writing, firearm competency, advance driving, and fitness assessment.

A valid driver’s licence.

DUTIES:

Provide services regarding the admission of witnesses.

Apply risk management to avoid potential threats and apply counter surveillance techniques. Handle and monitor Section 204 witnesses.

Manage and protect witnesses and related persons and ensure their safety and wellbeing.

Attend to day-to-day needs of witnesses and/or related persons.

Render operational services during Court protections, consultations, and other planned operations.

Render administrative and financial support services.

Compile operational documents.

Compile reports and apply proper record keeping on all witness related matters.

Provide Asset management support services.

Liaise and build relationships with Stakeholders and all role players.

Monitor the status of cases and arrangements for consultations and court protections.

Engage with medical and counselling professionals.