About the Role
The Department of Public Service and Administration is seeking a dedicated Deputy Director: Security Management to join its Head Office in Polokwane. This pivotal role is essential in ensuring the safety and security of the department’s operations, which directly impacts the well-being of the community it serves. The Deputy Director will lead the development and implementation of operational risk and security awareness programmes, cultivating a culture of safety within the public service sector.
In this role, you will manage and evaluate security policies, procedures, and programmes, ensuring that all measures are effectively communicated and adhered to. By fostering collaboration with various departments, you will play a vital part in minimising security risks and enhancing the overall security framework of the department. Your work will not only safeguard the resources of the department but will also contribute to the greater security landscape of Polokwane and beyond.
About the Department
The Department of Public Service and Administration is committed to promoting a secure and efficient public service environment in South Africa. Its mission encompasses a wide range of responsibilities, including the development of policies that enhance the operational integrity of government services. Working here means being part of a team that prioritises the safety of employees and the community they serve, making a meaningful impact on public safety and governance.
What You’ll Do
- Develop and implement operational risk and security awareness programmes.
- Monitor and evaluate security workshops and plans.
- Liaise with other departments on security issues and propose control measures.
- Manage the provision of security administrative services, including contract management.
- Oversee the performance of outsourced security services and in-house security guards.
- Conduct investigations into security-related incidents.
- Manage the component’s budget and ensure alignment with strategic objectives.
- Foster employee motivation and manage staff performance and development.
What You’ll Need
- Grade 12/Matric and a qualification at NQF level 6 in Security Management, recognised by SAQA.
- At least 5 years of experience in a Security Management environment, with a minimum of 3 years at Junior Management or Assistant Director level.
- Valid firearm competencies and a driver’s license (unless exempt due to disability).
- Knowledge of relevant Public Service Acts, regulations, and security principles.
- Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and leadership skills.
- Excellent communication abilities, both verbal and written.
- Proficiency in computer skills and financial management.
How to Apply
Please submit your application before the closing date as late applications will not be considered.
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Requirements
Grade 12/Matric and a qualification at NQF level 6 in Security Management as recognised by SAQA.State Security Agency (SSA), Security Grade A/B (PSIRA).
5 years’ experience in Security Management environment of which three (3) years MUST be at Junior Management / Assistant Director level.
Valid firearm competencies.
Valid driver’s license, with the exception of applicants with disabilities.
Knowledge And Skills: Knowledge of relevant Public Service Acts, regulations and frameworks.
Knowledge and understanding of policy analysis, development and interpretation.
Physical security risk control measures.
Security principles and practices.
MPSS.
MISS.
Problem solving and analysis.
Decision making.
Team leadership.
Creativity.
Financial management.
Customer focus and responsiveness.
Communication.
Computer skills.
People management.
Conflict management.
Job Duties
Manage the provision of operational risk and security awareness programmes: Develop operational risk and security awareness programmes.Implement security awareness plans.
Monitor the provision of workshops on security awareness.
Evaluate the security status within the department.
Liaise with other departments on security issues.
Propose control measures to minimise or eliminate the security risks.
Monitor and evaluate the implementation of Security Policies and Procedures as well as the Security Measures e.
g.
MISS, MPSS, etc: Develop security procedures.
Develop policy for security measures.
Develop a contingency plan.
Develop, manage and monitor the implementation of security plans and programmes.
Advice and attend to security breaches.
Propose control measures to minimise or eliminate the security risks.
Manage the provision security administrative services.
Provide tender bulletin for security advertisement.
Maintain the contract(s) for outsourced security.
Monitor performance of private security services as per service level agreement.
Monitor in – house security guards.
Provide specifications for purchasing of security equipment’s (Guard Monitoring systems, EACS etc.
).
Investigate security related cases.
Manage physical security appraisals and information security audits by:- Verify company documents at PSIRA, Vetting of service providers at SSA.
Manage key control.
Provide resource (Human, Financial and Equipment): Manage the component’s budget against its strategic objectives.
Coordinate budget monitoring, projecting & reporting expenditure.
Ensure that spending is maximized in line with strategic objective.
Monitor and report on the utilisation of equipment’s.
Evaluate and monitor performance and appraisal of employees.
Ensure capacity and development of staff.
Enhance and maintain employee motivation and cultivate a culture of performance management.
Manage discipline.
Provide job description to subordinates.
Manage division leave matters.
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