ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: CRIME PREVENTION AND PARTNERSHIPS: AMAJUBA

Job Overview

An Assistant Director position for Crime Prevention and Partnerships is available in Newcastle, Amajuba under reference CSL14/2026, offering a salary of R605 742 per annum (Level 10). Requirements include a 3-year National Diploma in Social Sciences or Police Science, 3 years of relevant experience, a valid driver's license, and knowledge of key legislation such as the PFMA and SAPS Act. Responsibilities involve promoting community policing, implementing safety models, and strengthening partnerships with civil society organisations.

Requirements & Qualifications

• A 3-year National Diploma (NQF level 6 or higher) in Social Sciences / Police science or relevant equivalent qualification recognized by SAQA
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in Crime Prevention and Partnerships environment
• A valid driver’s license
• Must be prepared to work extended hours
• Knowledge of the Constitution, Public Service Act and Regulations, PFMA, Civilian Oversight Act, SAPS Act, and Domestic Violence Act
• Knowledge of Project Management and Crime Prevention Policies
• Communication skills, project management skills, report writing skills, computer skills, financial management skills, and conflict resolution skills

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• To promote community police relations and community safety structures
• Implement safety models and initiatives for the district
• Develop and maintain community policing forums, community safety forums and community crime prevention partnerships and associations
• Implement community safety models and initiatives in the district
• Strengthen partnership with the Civil Society Organisations in the prevention and management of crime prevention in the district
• Coordinate inter-departmental partnerships to implement interventions in policing priorities

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