Administration Clerk – Reference No: FS 02/2025 (X15 Posts)

About the Position

We are seeking dedicated and organized individuals to join the Case Management Sub‑Section at the Forensic Science Laboratory in Mayville, KwaZulu‑Natal. The successful applicants will perform a range of clerical and administrative duties that support our forensic investigations and client service commitments.

Office Location

Mayville: Forensic Science Laboratory, KwaZulu‑Natal

Salary

R228,321 per annum (Level 05) – inclusive of all statutory benefits.

Requirements

• Senior Certificate (Grade 12) or National Certificate (Vocational) at NQF Level 4, recorded on the National Learner Record Database.
• Computer literacy and basic proficiency with MS Office.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective organisational and time‑management ability.

Key Duties

The role involves routine case registration, allocation, and follow‑up. Core responsibilities include:

• Receiving and registering new cases.
• Assigning cases to analysts in accordance with quality standards.
• Collecting exhibits and dockets from analysts and completing required follow‑up tasks.
• Providing client service – responding to enquiries, communicating updates, and scanning reports.
• Executing dispatch functions in line with prescribed standards.
• Receiving samples at designated storage areas.
• Preparing cases for off‑site archiving.
• Sending analysed exhibits to Investigating Officers.
• Ensuring compliance with Quality Management and Health & Safety requirements.

Application Procedure

Applications must be submitted using the Z83 Form (2021 version) from the DPSA website. All instructions on the form must be strictly followed. A comprehensive Curriculum Vitae must accompany the application. Shortlisted candidates will be asked to provide original documents and may need to attend an interview and practical assessment.

Post and Hand Delivery

Corner Beckett and Pretorius Street, Strelitzia Building, Arcadia, 0083

Email

MohlalaM2@saps.gov.za

Contact for Enquiries

Lt Colonel G. Moonsamy, Warrant Officer V. W. Chauke
Tel: (012) 421‑0501 / (012) 421‑0193

Important Information

• All applications will be screened for compliance with the Public Service Act, 1994.
• Applicants must declare any existing protection or harassment orders.
• Applicants will be screened against the National Register for Sex Offenders and the Child Protection Register.
• Forensic DNA profiling and reference checks are mandatory for appointments made from 31 January 2015 onwards.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. If no communication is received within three months following the closing date, the application will be considered unsuccessful.

Closing Date

12 December 2025 at 16:00 (or until filled)

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