Section Head : Policing Research : Research

South African Police Service; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The South African Police Service is seeking a Section Head for Policing Research in Pretoria. This role involves leading policing research aligned with SAPS strategies, evaluating policing models, and monitoring research impacts. The ideal candidate will hold a Doctorate in Social Science and possess managerial experience, with a focus on independent research methodologies.

Qualifications

• Doctorate required, with experience in research methodologies.
• Three years' managerial experience in relevant fields.

Responsibilities

• Ensure effective operational and tactical policing research.
• Research new policing trends and their implications.
• Monitor implementation and impact of research recommendations.

Skills

Independent research

Quantitative methodologies

Qualitative methodologies

Leadership

Project Management

Education

Doctorate Degree in Social Science

Middle Management training

Leadership training

Project Management training

Job description

Job Title: Section Head: Policing Research

Location: Gauteng, Pretoria | Deadline: July 11, 2025

Application Requirements:

• Doctorate Degree in Social Science, Science and Technology, or related fields, recorded on the National Learner Record Database. Additional training in Middle Management, Leadership, or Project Management is advantageous.
• Proven ability to conduct independent research with practical experience in quantitative and qualitative methodologies.
• Minimum of three years' managerial experience in a relevant field.

Core Functions:

• Ensure effective operational and tactical policing research aligned with SAPS Research Agenda, including prioritization, evaluation, and analysis of policing systems, models, and strategies.
• Research new policing trends and analyze their implications.
• Monitor and assess the implementation and impact of research recommendations.
• Maintain communication with law enforcement research communities and experts.
• Manage resources in accordance with SAPS strategies and regulatory frameworks.