Job Description

Brief description

The main purpose of this position is to assist the South African Reserve Bank (SARB) with vetting fieldwork to address the current vetting backlog.

Detailed description

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following key performance areas:

• Conduct vetting fieldwork, including interviews with references and the vetting of subjects.
• Compile vetting reports and investigative memorandums.
• Prepare files for ratification by the State Security Agency.
• Identify and proactively report personnel-related risks to the SARB.
• Ensure compliance with the National Strategic Intelligence Act 39 of 1994 and other relevant legislation.

Job requirements

To be considered for this position, candidates must have:

• a Bachelor’s degree in Social Science or Behavioural Science, or an equivalent NQF7 qualification;
• at least three years’ experience in personnel security vetting fieldwork, with a strong track record of high-quality work over this period;
• successfully completed accredited training in personnel security vetting;
• knowledge of minimum information security standards, national vetting policy guidelines and national vetting norms; and
• experience in the use of the Microsoft (MS) Office suite (including MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Excel and MS Outlook).

Additional requirements include:

• reliable transport and a valid driver’s licence, as candidates will be expected to conduct most of their operational activities off-site;
• freelancing experience (an added advantage);
• planning and organising skills;
• analytical and problem-solving skills;
• verbal and written communication skills;
• ability to manage own work; and
• ability to maintain confidentiality.

In line with the SARB’s commitment to diversifying its workforce, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups. People with disabilities are welcome to apply.

The SARB offers remuneration and benefits commensurate with the level of the position and in line with the market. The level at which the successful applicant will be appointed will depend on his/her competence and experience.