Deputy Director: Social Crime Prevention (Central Corridor)

About the role

The Department of Community Safety (Gauteng) is hiring a Deputy Director: Social Crime Prevention in Provincial Secretariat, based in Central Corridor. This is a permanent post, paying R932,292 a year. How to apply: Applicants must apply online at: www.gautengonline.gov.za / http://professionaljobcentre.gpg.gov.za. Reference number to quote: REFS/057068 Closing date: 09 November 2026 Use the new Z83 form and attach a detailed CV.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the implementation of the Social Crime Prevention strategy.
• Coordinate the implementation of the school safety, VAWAC, and Youth Safety Strategy.
• Monitor and evaluate the implementation of youth safety, school safety, VAWAC, and substance abuse prevention programs.
• Ensure effective and efficient leadership.
• Manage service delivery improvement.
• Manage human and financial resources.

Requirements

• Matric plus a recognised bachelor’s degree (NQF7)/equivalent qualification in preferably Social Sciences/Community Development or Policing.
• 3 years’ experience at entry level management (ASD) in Social Crime Prevention programmes or Community Development primary and secondary research.
• No criminal record or any cases pending against you.
• A valid code 08/10 driver’s licence.
• Knowledge and Skills:
• Relevant legislation and Public Service regulations
• Understanding of expectations of customers
• Departmental priorities
• Crime patterns and causes thereof
• Planning, organising, and leading a team
• Problem solving
• Communication
• Innovative
• Monitoring and evaluation skills
• Report writing skills
• Public speaking
• Presentation skills
• Public relations
• Event management skills