SAPS Legal & Policy Services: 2024 Graduate / Internship Programme

Closing Date: 30 November 2024
Location: Pretoria
The South African Police Service hereby invites unemployed youth who conform to the requirements for a twelve-month internship programme at Division:Legal & Policy Services. The internship programme is part of the National Human Resource Development Strategy and the National Skills Development Strategy.
Requirements

Must be between ages 18 – 35
Be a South African citizen
Must be in possession of Senior Certificate (Grade 12) or equivalent qualification
Must have no criminal record(s)
Applicants must be unemployed, was never employed in field of the post and never participated in an internship programme in the relevant field of the post previously
Applicants must be residents of the province where the post is advertised (proof of residential address to be attached)
Applicants are restricted to apply for 3 positions only (to complete an application for each
Ref Number)

Intern categories: Graduate Intern: Tertiary Qualification is required
Student Intern: Need practical experience in order to finalise qualification Intern: Senior Certificate (Grade 12) no tertiary qualification is required.
NB: Stipend for each category will be as determined by the Head: ETD Skills Development: South African Police Service

SUPPORT SERVICES: INTERN [x1] Human Resource Management
Location Pretoria, Head o ffice
Ref Number LPS1
Additional Requirements:

B e in possession of Senior Certificate (Grade 12) .
Computer literate .

Core Functions:

The intern must assist with the maintenance of effective strategic human resource management.
Administer effective Personnel Management practices within the Division.
Assist with the implementation of Human Resource Utili s ation (HRU) programmes and procedures.
Assist with the rendering of relevant Human Resource Development (HRD) programmes and ensure development and utilisation of personnel.
Assist with the general office administration to ensure the smooth function of the office.

SUPPORT SERVICES: INTERN [x1] Supply Chain Management
Location Pretoria, Head Office
Ref Number LPS 2
Additional Requirements:

Be in possession of Senior Certificate (Grade 12) .
A Diploma in Supply Chain Management will be an advantage .
Computer Literate .

Core Functions:

Assist with the rendering of effective and efficient support by administering the procurement process
Assist with the administration of Cellular phones
Assist with the administration of Vehicle Flee t Management
Assist with the administration of Inventory and Stocktaking for the Division

SUPPORT SERVICES: INTERN [x1] Financial Administration
Location Pretoria, Head office
Ref Number LPS 3
Additional Requirements:

Be in possession of Senior Certificate (Grade 12) with Accounting .
A Diploma / Degree in Financial Management or Accounting will be an advantage.
Computer Literate .

Core Functions:

Assist with the administration of the budget and coordinate the expenditure of the Division
Assist with the administration of monitoring of all financial claims and overtime allowance payments
Assist with the rendering of financial administrative support

MANAGEMENT INFORMATION & STRATEGIC PLANNING: INTERN [x1] Strategic Management
Location Pretoria, Head office
Ref Number LPS4
Additional Requirements:

Be in possession of a Diploma / Degree in Public Administration / Strategic Management / Policing / Public Management and be Computer Literate.

Core Functions:

To assist in the facilitation and development of the Divisional Annual Operational Plans
To assist in the facilitation and development of the Divisional Risk Management Processes
To assist in the analysis of quarterly performance reports an d the compilation of the quarterly and annual reports
To assist with administrative support during the Divisional quarterly review sessions
To provide administrative support to the : Management Information and Strategic Planning

GOVERNANCE POLICY AND LEGISLATION MANAGEMENT: INTERN [x1] Research
Location Pretoria, Head office
Ref Number LPS 5
Additional Requirements:

B e in possession of Diploma / Degree (LLB) .
Computer Literate
Be in possession of at least a valid light vehicle driver’s licence.

Core Functions:

Administrative support to the Heads Governance, Policy and Legislation Management.
Research on Legal aspects in preparation of Legal opinions rendered.
Research and conducting of Legal Environmental Scan.
Support on the development of Legal Policy.

RESOURCE: LEGAL SUPPORT [x1] Contracts Drafting
Location Pretoria, Head o ffice
Ref Number LPS 5
Additional Requirements:

B e in possession of Diploma / Degree (LLB) . Computer Literate.
Be in possession of at least a valid light vehicle driver’s licence.

Core Functions:

Assist with vetting and analysing contracts in relation to the Divisions Technology Management Services, Supply Chain Management, Human Resource Development and Human Resource Utilisation ;
Assist with the rendering of legal opinion s on Human Resource, Training, Financial Management and Supply Chain Management policies;
Assist with the researching and analysing of court judgements;
Assist with drafting of agreements;
Assist with the handling of appeals; and
Assist with general Interpretation of Law.

LITIGATION AND ADMINISTRATION: INTERN [x4] Legal Support and Arbitration
Location Pretoria, Head Office
Ref Number LPS 6
Additional Requirements:

B e in possession of Diploma / Degree (LLB) or legal – related qualification . Computer Literate.
Be in possession of at least a valid light vehicle driver’s licence.

Core Functions:

Assist in providing legal assistance in the preparing of legal documents and correspondences.
Assist in preparing and compiling documentary exhibits.
Assist with the conducting of investigations on the facts of the case.
Assist in providing assistance with research on legal matters. 4
Assist in accompanying legal officers during consultations.
Assist with the general office administration to ensure the smooth function of the office

GENERAL:

Only the official application form for the internship programme (available on the SAPS website) will be accepted. All instructions on the application form must be adhered to. Failure to do so may result in the rejection of the application.
The reference number of the post must be correctly specified on the application form.
A Curriculum Vitae must be submitted together with the application form and
proof of residence.
Certified copies of an applicant’s ID document, Senior Certificate and all post school educational qualifications obtained must also be submitted and attached to every application. Certified copies should not be older than 3 months. No faxed or e-mailed applications will be considered
only certificate of qualifications will be accepted, and not a statement of results.
Applicants will be subjected to fingerprint screening and reference checking.
Applications must be mailed timeously. Late applications will not be accepted or considered. The closing date for all applications is 2024-07-20 at 12h00.
If an applicant is short-listed, it can be expected of him / her to undergo a personal interview. Short-listed applicants may be subjected to security clearance.
Correspondence will be conducted with successful interns only. If you have not been contacted within 2 months after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
The South African Police Service is under no obligation to fill a post after advertisement thereof.
A stipend will be paid according to proof of relevant qualification.
Recommended candidates will be expected to sign a 12 month internship contract.
Internship program in the SAPS may not be regarded as a guarantee for automatic absorption for permanent appointment.

How To Apply

Application Can Be Posted To:
The Divisional Commissioner: Legal and Policy Services Support Services Private Bag X94 Pretoria 0001
Applications Hand Delivered To:
SAPS Head Office 255 Presidia Building Paul Kruger & Pretorius Street Pretoria 5
Enquiries Can Be Directed To:
Col Roos Tel no (012) 393 7002
CPO Mashiane Tel no (012) 393 7172