The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) is recruiting experienced professionals for key posts within Security Management Services. If you’re passionate about safeguarding information and strengthening vetting systems in the public service, submit your application online before the closing date.
| Employer: | Department of Water and Sanitation |
|---|---|
| Closing Date: | 17 October 2025 |
| Location: | Pretoria (Head Office), Gauteng |
Available Positions
Senior Vetting Investigator
Ref No: 171025/01
Branch/Directorate: Corporate Support Services – Security Management Services
Salary: R582 444 per annum (Level 10)
Centre: Pretoria (Head Office)
Requirements:
- NQF 6 or Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences/Policing/Forensic Investigations (or related).
- 3–5 years’ experience in Vetting Investigations and Personnel Suitability Checks (PSC).
- Top Secret Security Clearance (valid or in process).
- Valid driver’s licence.
- SSA Vetting Course (mandatory); SAPS/Defence Vetting course (advantage).
- Sound knowledge of NSIA, GILA, MISS, POPIA, PAIA, Public Service regulations/policies, PFMA, accountability and ethics.
- Skills: conflict management, planning, organising, project execution.
Duties:
- Conduct and manage vetting fieldwork investigations in line with prescripts.
- Manage and conduct PSC internally; deliver awareness presentations on Information Security, Vetting and PSC.
- Advise on personnel security; meet vetting/PSC targets and keep management updated via statistics.
- Administer vetting and PSC processes; manage stakeholder engagements and review MoUs at least every five years.
- Establish and manage SCM processes for procuring PSC service providers (pre-employment/company screening).
Enquiries: Ms Ntombi Ndzoyiya — (012) 336 7101
Vetting Investigator
Ref No: 171025/02
Branch/Directorate: Corporate Support Services – Security Management Services
Salary: R325 101 per annum (Level 07)
Centre: Pretoria (Head Office)
Requirements:
- National Diploma or B Degree in Security Management/Administration, Policing, Forensic Investigations, or Office Management & Technology.
- 2–3 years’ experience in an investigation environment.
- Valid driver’s licence.
- Must obtain Top-Secret Security Clearance within 1 year of appointment.
- Public sector experience investigating security breaches, fraud and corruption (advantage).
- Strong communication (written, verbal, listening), integrity, ethics, reliability; willingness to travel extensively.
Duties:
- Provide administrative support to the Vetting sub-directorate.
- Conduct vetting investigations and compile reports.
- Investigate security threats/breaches in terms of the NSIA; investigate fraud and corruption.
- Conduct PSC; administer filing systems for screening/vetting documents; manage internal/external enquiries.
- Present security screening & vetting awareness sessions.
Enquiries: Ms Ntombi Ndzoyiya — (012) 336 7101
How to Apply
- Apply online only via the official portal: To apply and more details visit the Department of Water and Sanitation eRecruitment portal.
- Complete the online Z83 (ensure Part B fields for professional/occupational registration are completed where applicable).
- Upload your CV and submit.
- Do not attach copies of ID, qualifications, or driver’s licence at application stage (shortlisted candidates will be asked to provide these during interviews, per DPSA Circular 19 of 2022).
- Shortlisted candidates will undergo suitability checks (SAQA verification, reference, criminal and credit checks). Foreign qualifications require SAQA evaluation (when shortlisted).