Thee South African Police Service invites applications from all races and gender for enlistment in the Basic Police Development Learning Programme from young, energetic, intelligent, physically and mentally fit individuals, dedicated to serving their country by pursuing a career in policing.
Basic enlistment requirements:
Young South African men and women who apply to be appointed as a member in terms of the South African Police Service Act, 1995 (Act No 68 of 1995) must:
Apply on the form determined by the National Commissioner and affirm under oath or by way of a solemn declaration that the particulars furnished in the application, are the truth and correct;
Be a South African citizen of which documentary proof must be furnished;
Be at least 18 and under 30 years of age of which documentary proof must be furnished;
Be in possession of a Grade 12 school certificate or National Certificate (Vocational) Safety in Society of which documentary proof must be furnished (2014 matriculates are welcome to apply and before enlistment proof of successful completion of Grade 12 (Senior Certificate) must be submitted. As an interim arrangement kindly submit proof of last school report);
Preference will be given to applicants who are in possession of at least a light vehicle driver’s licence;
Submit himself or herself to a physical medical examination as determined by the National Commissioner and must be found to be physically and mentally fit for appointment to the post for which he or she applies;
Undergo a psychological assessment as determined by the National Commissioner and be found to comply with the profile of a police official;
Proficient in at least two of the official languages, of which one must be English;
Be prepared to take the oath of office;
Be prepared to undergo such training as determined by the National Commissioner;
Not have any tattoo marks which are visible when wearing a vest, shirt or short and not be irreconcilable with the objectives of the Service;
Have no previous criminal convictions and/or pending criminal, civil, disciplinary cases and such person shall allow his or her fingerprints to be taken and allow background enquiries to be made;
Not have been declared unfit to possess a firearm; and
Be prepared to serve anywhere in the Republic.
Basic Police Development Learning Programme
Selected applicants shall participate in a Basic Police Development Learning Programme (hereafter referred to as “the PROGRAMME”) for a period of 24 (twentyfour) months.
The Programme shall consist of three phases:
Academy Phase: Ten months’ training at a designated SAPS Academy;
Field Police Development Phase: Twelve months’ training at a designated Field Police Development police station;
Integrated Assessment Phase: Two months’ assessment at a designated SAPS Academy.
How to apply
Complete an application form in your own handwriting.
These application forms can be obtained from your nearest SAPS Recruitment Office or the Human Resource Official at local Police Stations.
Applicants must take note of the fact that application forms and employment are not for sale and any payment offered by an applicant or promises provided in this regard will be investigated and may lead to criminal prosecution. Applicants may report such incidents to the National Anti-corruption Line at telephone number: 0800 701 701.
Specify the post you are applying for. Make sure you have signed your application form in front of a commissioner of oath.
Attach certified copies of:
ID Document;
Driver’s licence;
Matric/Senior Certificate (Grade 12 Certificate or equivalent qualification);
Additional qualifications and academic records; and
Proof of residence
Applicants who were subjected to the psychometric assessment and fit the profile, will be requested, when undergoing the fitness assessment, to submit four (4) colour ID photographs, of which one will be utilised for the application form, one for the fitness assessment form, one for the interview form and one for the medical assessment form.
You are advised to apply for posts within your province, close to your place of residence. You are only allowed to apply for a maximum of three (3) posts.
For more details go to http://www.saps.gov.za
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