

South African Police Service (SAPS)
Section Head: Specialised and Tactical Research (Brigadier)
Organization: South African Police Service (Community-Oriented Law Enforcement)
Position Overview
We seek a qualified leader to drive operational research initiatives in specialized policing strategies. This role requires advanced academic credentials and tactical law enforcement expertise.
Key Details
- Employment Type: Full-Time Permanent
- Education Requirement: PhD (NQF Level 10) in Social Science, Criminology, or Related Field
- Experience: Minimum 3 Years Senior Management in Law Enforcement Research
- Location: Gauteng Province
- Security Clearance: Top Secret Level Required (Post-Appointment)
Essential Qualifications
- Proven expertise in quantitative/qualitative research methodologies
- Bilingual proficiency (English + 1 Official SA Language)
- Valid South African Driver’s License
- Leadership training in Middle Management/Program Management
Core Responsibilities
- Lead specialized research initiatives for tactical policing improvements
- Evaluate existing law enforcement programs for effectiveness
- Analyze emerging trends in criminal tactics and police responses
- Develop innovative policing models and modernization strategies
- Implement quality control for research implementation
Application Notice
All candidates must undergo enhanced security vetting. Never pay any fees during the recruitment process.
Application Procedure:
Submit required documentation through official SAPS recruitment channels.
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