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DFFE Vacancies 2026: Senior Vetting Investigator Post Open in Pretoria (R582,444 per year)

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The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) has opened applications for a Senior Vetting Investigator position based in Pretoria, offering a salary of R582 444 per annum. The role focuses on security vetting fieldwork investigations, including secret and top-secret level vetting, and requires candidates who have completed SSA vetting skills training.

This opportunity is ideal for experienced vetting practitioners with strong investigative, interviewing and report-writing skills, and the ability to work under pressure and long hours when required.

Job Opportunity: Senior Vetting Investigator (Pretoria)

Post title

Senior Vetting Investigator
Ref No: CMS10/2026
Centre: Pretoria
Salary: R582 444 per annum

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must have:

  • National Diploma (NQF6) in Social Science or a relevant qualification recognised by SAQA
  • At least 3 years’ experience conducting vetting fieldwork investigations in line with prescripts
  • Proof that they have completed a vetting skills training programme at the SSA
  • Knowledge of:
    • Security vetting policies
    • General security functions
    • Public service prescripts
    • Fraud prevention
    • Security vetting investigations
  • Skills and competencies:
    • Gathering, analysing and interpreting information and reports
    • Interviewing and investigation experience
    • Policy development and application
    • Strong written and verbal communication
    • Excellent report writing
    • Planning, organising, leadership and decision-making
    • Conflict management and resolution
    • Computer literacy (good working knowledge of Microsoft Office)
  • Valid driver’s licence
  • Ability to work under extreme pressure, independently and in a team, and to work long hours voluntarily

Key Duties and Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be expected to:

  • Conduct vetting fieldwork investigations
  • Conduct vetting investigations for secret and top-secret levels
  • Manage and maintain vetting project files
  • Compile vetting reports
  • Develop and implement policies, guidelines, norms and standards related to vetting investigations
  • Analyse research and evaluate vetting-related information
  • Liaise with the State Security Agency (SSA) and other agencies
  • Communicate and coordinate with stakeholders such as SSA, SAPS, SASS, Defence, Home Affairs, and other relevant bodies to obtain additional information and support

How to Apply

Applications must be emailed to:
CMS10-2026@dffe.gov.za

Enquiries:
Ms M. Booysen
Call/WhatsApp: 082 303 7012
Email: MBooysen@dffe.gov.za

Tip Before You Submit

To avoid disqualification:

  • Use the correct reference number (CMS10/2026) in the subject line
  • Ensure your CV clearly shows your vetting fieldwork experience
  • Include proof that you completed the SSA vetting skills programme
  • Make sure your CV highlights interviewing, report writing, and experience with secret/top-secret vetting work

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