Messenger

LOCATION: Division: Forensic Services: (Arcadia, Pretoria)
REFERENCES: FS 13/2020 (1 post)
Generic Requirements:
 Applicants must display competency in the post-specific core functions of the post.
 Be fluent in atleast two of the official languages, of which one must be English.
 Be a South African Citizen.
 Must have no criminal record or pending criminal/departmental.
 Applicants will be subjected to a vetting process which will include security screening and
fingerprint verification.
Additional post requirements:
 A grade 10 qualification will serve as an advantage;
 At least a valid light vehicle driver’s licence will serve as an advantage
 Appropriate/relevant experience in the field of the post as well as PDP (Public Driving
Permit) will serve as an advantage;
 Willing to work extended hours when necessary.
Core Functions:
 Perform messenger services;
 Delivery and collection of confidential documents; Complete and file monthly vehicle returns;
Keep register and record of documentation received & delivered.
General:
 Only the official application form (available on the SAPS website and at SAPS recruitment
offices) will be accepted. The Z83 previously utilized will no longer be accepted. All
instructions on the application form must be adhered to. Failure to do so may result in the
rejection of the application.
• The post particulars and reference number of the post must be correctly specified on
the application form.
• A comprehensive Curriculum Vitae must be submitted together with the application form.
• Copies of an applicant’s ID, all educational qualifications obtained, service certificates of
previous employers stating the occupation, proof of relevant experience in the field of the
post and motor vehicle driver’s license. In view of corona virus (Covid 19) pandemic and
DPSA Instruction, the certification are not compulsory.
• Qualifications and driver’s licences submitted will be subjected to verification checking
with the relevant institutions. The South African Police Service will verify the residential
address of applicants and conduct reference checks.
• Appointments will be made in terms of the Public Service Act, 1994 as applicable to the
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post environment.
• Applications must be mailed timeously. Late applications will not be accepted or considered.
• The closing date for applications is: 2020-09-18 at 16:00.
• If a candidate is short-listed, it can be expected of him/her to undergo a personal interview
as well as a practical assessment.
• Reference checking will be conducted on all short listed applicants.
• Short-listed candidates for appointment to certain identified posts, will be vetted in terms
of the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act, 2007 (Act
No 32 of 2007) and the Children’s Act, 2005 (Act No 38 of 2005). A candidate whose
particulars appear in either the National Register for Sex Offenders or Part B of the Child
Protection Register, will be disqualified from appointment to that post.
• All short-listed candidates will be subjected to fingerprint screening.
• Correspondence will be conducted with successful candidates only. If you have not been
contacted within 3 months after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your
application was unsuccessful.
• The South African Police Service is under no obligation to fill a post after the advertisement
thereof.
 Due to restriction of movement as a result of COVID-19, application forms must be emailed and enquires directed as per post number to the following e-mail address:

Applications must be emailed and enquiries can be directed to:
Lt Colonel G Moonsamy: Email: MoonsamyGonasagree@saps.gov.za
Tel: (012) 421-0470
Captain S Mahara: Email: MaharajS5@saps.gov.za
Tel: (012) 421-0584

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