Department of Agriculture (DOA)
POST 42/02 : VETTING INVESTIGATOR REF NO: 3/3/1/02/2025
Directorate: Vetting, Screening and Special Investigations
SALARY : R325 101 per annum (Level 07)
CENTRE : Gauteng (Pretoria)
REQUIREMENTS : Applicants must be in possession of grade 12 Certificate. A Bachelor’s Degree / National Diploma in Security Risk Management, Police Science and Policing / Social Science (NQF6). Appointment is subject to completing training course offered by State Security Agency / Defence Intelligence. Minimum of two (2) years of experience in the field of security vetting. Job related knowledge: Knowledge on security vetting administration. Extensive knowledge in general administration. Job related skills: Communication skills, Facilitation skills, Computer literacy, Report writing skills, Presentation skills, Listening skills and Interpersonal relations skills. A valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel on a regular basis.
DUTIES : Conduct vetting fieldwork investigations. Gather relevant information. Conduct proper analysis and quality checks on the information. Compile and submit reports to management and State Security Agency (SSA) on all vetting files and reports completed on a regular basis. Conduct vetting investigations in respect of confidential and secret levels. Provide inputs for the development and implementation of policies, guidelines, norms and standards in vetting investigations. Analyse, research and evaluate all vetting related information. Provide advice and guidance on the interpretation and application of legislation, policies and procedures. Provide effective communication channels and systems between the Department and the State Security Agency (SSA) and other related agencies. Liaise regularly with State Security Agency (SSA), South African Police Service (SAPS), South African Secret Service (SASS), Defence, Department of Home Affairs and other critical stakeholders for advice and assistance to obtain additional information. Administer vetting files and reports.
ENQUIRIES : Mr Mandla Mnguni Tel No: (012) 319 7127
APPLICATIONS : Applications can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours to: 20 Steve Biko Street, Agriculture Place, Arcadia, Pretoria, 0002 or by email VIrecruit022025@nda.agric.za
NOTE : African, Coloured, White Males and Coloured, Indians, White Females and Persons with disability are encouraged to apply.
CLOSING DATE : 28 November 2025 at 16:00
NOTE : To apply, submit a completed Z83 form and detailed Curriculum Vitae (PDF document to a maximum of 10 megabytes) via e-mail or hand delivery. The Department will not be held responsible for server delays. Late applications due to technical issues will not be considered.