Published: 14 September 2026
Last checked: 14 September 2026
Last updated: 14 September 2026
Closing date: 28 September 2026 at 16:00
Advertisement status: Open
Amended advertisement: No amendment identified in the supplied advertisement at the time of the latest editorial check
Withdrawal: No withdrawal identified in the supplied advertisement at the time of the latest editorial check
Employer: South African Police Service
Circular: Public Service Vacancy Circular 33 of 2026
Employment type: Public service position
Location: Specialised Operations, National Intervention Unit, Operations: Maupa Naga, Sunnyside, Pretoria
Post number: 33/101
Position: MIC Support: Administration Clerk Supervisor
Reference number: RE-ORS 04/2026
Number of posts: 1
Salary: R338,106 per annum, Level 07
Download SAPS Circular 33 of 2026 PDF
Use the official DPSA source for the complete Public Service Vacancy Circular 33 of 2026.
[DOWNLOAD SAPS CIRCULAR 33 OF 2026 PDF]
The official DPSA page records 11 September 2026 as the posting date for Circular 33 and lists the South African Police Service among the national departments included in the circular.
The SAPS advertisement supplied for this editorial review identifies Post 33/101 as a re-advertised MIC Support: Administration Clerk Supervisor position. The advertisement gives one post, salary of R338,106 per year at Level 07, and a closing time of 16:00 on 28 September 2026.
Before submitting an application, read the complete official advertisement and check the official source again for any later amendment or withdrawal.
Vacancy Summary
| Vacancy detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Department | South African Police Service |
| Circular | Public Service Vacancy Circular 33 of 2026 |
| Post number | 33/101 |
| Position | MIC Support: Administration Clerk Supervisor |
| Reference number | RE-ORS 04/2026 |
| Advertisement type | Re-advertisement |
| Number of posts | 1 |
| Salary | R338,106 per annum |
| Salary level | Level 07 |
| Division | Operational Response Service |
| Centre | Specialised Operations: National Intervention Unit |
| Location | Operations: Maupa Naga, Sunnyside, Pretoria |
| Closing date | 28 September 2026 at 16:00 |
| Minimum qualification | Grade 12, Senior Certificate, NCV Level 4 or equivalent NQF Level 4 qualification recognised by SAQA |
| Experience | At least 4 years’ experience in the field of the post |
| Citizenship | South African citizen |
| Language | English and at least one other official language |
| Higher qualification | Relevant three-year Diploma or Degree at NQF Level 6 or higher, listed as an added advantage |
| Driver’s licence | Valid light motor vehicle driver’s licence, listed as an added advantage |
The vacancy details above come from the supplied SAPS advertisement.
Table of Contents
- Introduction
- Why this SAPS vacancy deserves careful reading
- How DPSACircular reviewed the advertisement
- What the SAPS Administration Clerk Supervisor position involves
- What the requirements mean
- Understanding the four-year experience requirement
- What the duties tell you about the role
- Who should apply?
- Who should not apply?
- Application method
- Application checklist
- Common application mistakes
- What happens after submission?
- How to prepare before the closing date
- Official source
- Internal links
- Frequently asked questions
- About DPSACircular.co.za
- About the Author
- Editorial Review
- Disclaimer
Introduction
The South African Police Service vacancy in Public Service Vacancy Circular 33 of 2026 deserves careful attention because the advertised position combines administration, information management, reporting, monitoring and operational support.
The position is MIC Support: Administration Clerk Supervisor, Post 33/101, with reference number RE-ORS 04/2026. The advertisement identifies the position as a re-advertisement and places the post within the Operational Response Service. The centre is Specialised Operations: National Intervention Unit, Operations: Maupa Naga, Sunnyside, Pretoria.
The salary is R338,106 per annum at Level 07.
The closing date is 28 September 2026 at 16:00.
This article does not reproduce the government advertisement. Instead, DPSACircular explains the vacancy, identifies details applicants should pay attention to, and provides practical guidance for reviewing your own eligibility and preparing an application.
The official advertisement remains the final source for the vacancy.
Why this SAPS vacancy deserves careful reading
Government vacancy advertisements often contain several layers of information.
The job title gives you the broad identity of the post. The requirements tell you whether you meet the basic criteria. The duties show what the employer expects from the successful candidate. The application instructions tell you how to submit your application.
For this SAPS vacancy, the duties add important context.
The position involves management information, presentations, databases, administration, the Iris system, monitoring and evaluation, and matters linked to national performance indicators.
This means an applicant should look beyond the word “Clerk” in the job title.
A person reading only the title might treat the vacancy as a routine clerical opportunity. A closer review of the duties shows a position requiring administrative experience, computer skills, reporting ability, organisation, analysis, communication and the ability to work with information.
This distinction is one of the reasons DPSACircular reviews duties alongside minimum requirements.
How DPSACircular reviewed the advertisement
When reviewing a government vacancy, DPSACircular starts with the official advertisement rather than with search-engine descriptions or third-party vacancy pages.
The first check focuses on the details most likely to affect an applicant’s decision:
- Department
- Circular number
- Post number
- Reference number
- Position title
- Number of posts
- Salary
- Location
- Minimum qualification
- Experience requirement
- Closing date and time
- Application method
- Additional requirements
- Duties
- Re-advertisement or other advertisement status
After identifying these details, the review moves to the practical meaning of the requirements.
For example, this SAPS advertisement does not state simply that applicants need four years of employment experience. The wording requires at least four years of experience in the field of the post.
That distinction deserves explanation because applicants often look at the number of years first and the type of experience second.
DPSACircular therefore explains how the requirements relate to the duties rather than repeating the advertisement line by line.
The supplied advertisement also contains specific application instructions. These include the required Z83 version, a comprehensive CV, correct post particulars and reference information, separate forms for separate posts, and submission to the stated address.
This editorial method gives readers information beyond a basic vacancy summary while keeping the government advertisement as the primary source.
What the SAPS Administration Clerk Supervisor position involves
The advertised position falls under the Division Operational Response Service.
The centre is Specialised Operations: National Intervention Unit, Operations: Maupa Naga, Sunnyside, Pretoria.
The position is listed as a re-advertisement. One post is available. The salary is R338,106 per annum at Level 07.
The duties provide a clearer picture of the work.
The advertisement refers to management information services, presentations, database maintenance, administrative duties, the Iris system, monitoring and evaluation activities, and Auditor-General-related matters involving national performance indicators.
From an applicant’s perspective, these duties point toward a role where accuracy and information handling matter.
A strong applicant should therefore review previous work involving administration, records, databases, reporting, presentations, monitoring, coordination or similar functions.
Your CV should describe your real experience.
Do not add duties simply because the vacancy advertisement mentions them.
What the Requirements Mean
Grade 12 or equivalent NQF Level 4 qualification
The advertisement requires Grade 12, Senior Certificate, NCV Level 4 or an equivalent NQF Level 4 qualification recognised by SAQA.
Applicants should compare their qualification with the wording in the official advertisement.
A higher qualification does not remove the need to read the complete requirements.
Four years of experience
The advertisement requires at least four years of experience in the field of the post.
This is one of the most important parts of the vacancy.
The relevant question is not only:
“Have I worked for four years?”
A better question is:
“Does my four-year work history demonstrate experience related to the field and duties of this position?”
Your answer should come from your actual employment history.
South African citizenship
The advertisement states that applicants must be South African citizens and must provide documentary proof on the day of the interview.
Applicants who do not meet this requirement should not assume other qualifications will replace it.
Language requirement
Applicants must be proficient in English and at least one other official language.
The advertisement also lists verbal and written communication skills among the required competencies.
Higher qualification as an added advantage
A relevant three-year Diploma or Degree at NQF Level 6 or higher, together with relevant training courses, is listed as an added advantage.
Applicants should distinguish between a minimum requirement and an added advantage.
Meeting an added advantage does not automatically compensate for failure to meet a mandatory requirement.
Driver’s licence as an added advantage
A valid driver’s licence for at least a light motor vehicle is listed as an added advantage.
The wording should therefore be read in context.
Understanding the four-year experience requirement
The four-year experience requirement deserves extra attention because experience is often misunderstood when people apply for government positions.
Suppose an applicant has worked for four years in an unrelated field.
The applicant has four years of employment history, but the important question is whether those four years demonstrate experience relevant to the advertised post.
For this SAPS position, the duties involve administration, management information, databases, presentations, monitoring and evaluation, systems and performance-related information.
An applicant reviewing their CV should therefore look for genuine examples of comparable work.
For example, relevant experience might include work involving:
- Administrative records
- Information management
- Database maintenance
- Report preparation
- Presentation preparation
- Monitoring activities
- Office systems
- Coordination
- General administration
- Data or performance information
The applicant should only include experience actually performed.
This is where a careful vacancy review becomes useful. The purpose is not to tell applicants how to rewrite their history. The purpose is to help them compare their real experience with the advertised role.
What the duties tell you about the role
The advertisement lists management information services as one of the duties.
The successful applicant will also prepare presentations for internal use, maintain a database containing requested information, provide basic administrative support, manage the Iris system relevant to NIU units, conduct monitoring and evaluations, and attend to Auditor-General-related matters involving national performance indicators.
These details suggest several practical areas for applicants to consider.
Information management
Applicants with experience handling structured information should identify this experience accurately in their CV.
Reporting
The advertisement lists report writing as a required competency.
If your previous work involved reports, describe the real reporting responsibilities you held.
Computer literacy
The advertisement mentions MS Word, MS Excel, MS Office, MS PowerPoint and MS Outlook.
Applicants should check whether their practical computer experience supports the requirement.
Monitoring and evaluation
The duties refer to monitoring and evaluations at various units.
Applicants should understand this as a practical responsibility rather than a phrase to copy into a CV.
Working under pressure
The advertisement states that applicants should be willing to work under pressure and extended hours.
This provides useful insight into the working expectations associated with the position.
Who Should Apply?
You should consider applying if you meet the mandatory requirements in the official advertisement.
Your assessment should include:
- Required qualification
- At least four years of experience in the field of the post
- South African citizenship
- English and another official language
- Relevant administrative or related experience
- Computer literacy
- Ability to meet the stated application procedure
You should also review the duties before deciding whether your experience fits the position.
A relevant NQF Level 6 or higher Diploma or Degree, relevant training and a valid light motor vehicle driver’s licence are listed as added advantages.
Who Should Not Apply?
You should reconsider applying if you fail to meet a mandatory requirement.
You should also avoid submitting an application if you cannot follow the specified application instructions.
The advertisement specifically states that applicants are responsible for submitting applications to the correct address and before the deadline. Applications sent to an incorrect physical address will not be considered, and late applications will not be accepted or considered.
Do not treat an added advantage as a substitute for a mandatory requirement.
Application Method
The advertisement states that applications must be submitted using the Z83 Form, 2021 version, accompanied by a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae.
Applicants must correctly specify the post particulars and reference number on the application form.
The advertisement also states that a separate application form should be completed for each post an applicant wishes to apply for.
The application details supplied in the advertisement are:
Address:
No. 629 Lavender Road, Bon Accord
Email:
Closing date:
28 September 2026 at 16:00
The applicant carries responsibility for timely submission to the correct address.
Check the official advertisement again immediately before submission.
Application Checklist
Before sending your application, check the following:
- You selected Post 33/101.
- You used reference number RE-ORS 04/2026.
- You used the Z83 Form, 2021 version.
- Your CV is comprehensive.
- Your qualification meets the stated minimum requirement.
- Your work history supports the four-year experience requirement.
- You meet the South African citizenship requirement.
- You meet the language requirement.
- Your application contains the correct post information.
- You used the application details stated in the official advertisement.
- You checked the closing date.
- You checked the closing time.
- You submitted before 16:00 on 28 September 2026.
- You retained your application records.
The official advertisement places responsibility on applicants to submit applications to the correct address and before the deadline.
Common Application Mistakes
1. Using the wrong reference number
The vacancy has both a post number and a reference number.
For this position, check:
Post 33/101
Reference number: RE-ORS 04/2026
Do not rely on memory when completing your application.
2. Using the wrong Z83 version
The advertisement specifically requires the 2021 version of the Z83 form.
Check the current advertisement before downloading or completing your form.
3. Treating four years of any work as sufficient
The advertisement refers to four years in the field of the post.
Compare your experience with the actual duties.
4. Ignoring the duties
The duties provide useful information about the practical nature of the role.
Read them before preparing your application.
5. Sending the application to the wrong address
The advertisement specifically warns applicants about incorrect submission addresses.
Check the address immediately before submission.
6. Waiting until the closing hour
The closing time is 16:00.
Preparing early gives you time to identify missing information or documentation.
7. Copying the vacancy wording into your CV
A list of keywords does not demonstrate experience.
Use truthful examples from your employment history.
8. Adding experience you do not have
Your CV should represent your actual employment history.
Government recruitment processes involve verification, and the advertisement states that qualifications and driver’s licences are subject to verification.
What happens after submission?
The advertisement provides several details about the process after application.
Shortlisted candidates will need to produce original identification, Senior Certificate and educational qualifications, along with service certificates and a driver’s licence where applicable. Qualifications and driver’s licences are subject to verification.
The advertisement also states that applicants must have no previous criminal convictions or pending criminal or departmental cases and must allow fingerprints and background enquiries.
Shortlisted candidates may also undergo security clearance and vetting.
The selection process includes a personal interview and two pre-entry assessments. The advertisement identifies the assessments as a practical exercise and an integrity assessment.
Certain identified posts also have additional vetting requirements under the legislation cited in the advertisement.
Applicants should therefore keep their documentation accurate and available.
What applicants should prepare before the deadline
A practical approach is to prepare the application in stages.
First, confirm eligibility.
Second, identify the correct post and reference number.
Third, prepare the Z83 form.
Fourth, prepare a comprehensive CV.
Fifth, compare your experience with the advertised duties.
Sixth, check the application address and submission method.
Seventh, submit before the deadline.
Eighth, retain a copy of your application.
This process reduces avoidable mistakes.
The goal is not to make your application longer. The goal is to make sure your application follows the advertisement accurately.
Re-advertisement: what applicants should understand
Post 33/101 is marked as a re-advertisement.
A re-advertisement does not mean an applicant should assume the position is guaranteed to be filled.
Applicants should read the current advertisement on its own terms.
The current advertisement remains the relevant source for the requirements and application procedure.
The SAPS advertisement also states that SAPS is under no obligation to fill a post after advertising.
Why the official PDF still matters
A vacancy guide helps you understand an advertisement.
The guide does not replace the advertisement.
Government vacancies sometimes contain detailed instructions, legal conditions, post-specific requirements and application information. A summary page cannot safely replace the complete source document.
For this reason, DPSACircular recommends using the article to understand the vacancy and the official advertisement to confirm the final application details.
This source-first approach also helps prevent old vacancy information from being mistaken for current information.
Editorial Review
DPSACircular.co.za reviewed the supplied SAPS vacancy advertisement and checked the key vacancy information against the source.
The review focused on:
- Position title
- Post number
- Reference number
- Re-advertisement status
- Number of posts
- Salary
- Salary level
- Location
- Qualification requirements
- Experience requirements
- Skills and competencies
- Duties
- Application method
- Closing date
- Closing time
- Additional selection and verification requirements
The supplied advertisement confirms Post 33/101, reference number RE-ORS 04/2026, one post, R338,106 per annum, Level 07, and the Pretoria location.
The advertisement also provides the qualification, experience, citizenship, language, skills and driver’s licence requirements.
The application instructions and closing date were also checked.
The explanations and practical guidance in this article are editorial content produced by DPSACircular. They are intended to help readers understand the official information. They do not change the requirements set by SAPS.
Readers should use the official advertisement as the final source before applying.
Official Source
The primary source for Public Service Vacancy Circular 33 of 2026 is the Department of Public Service and Administration.
Official source:
The official DPSA page records the posting date as 11 September 2026 and lists South African Police Service under National Departments.
For the SAPS vacancy itself, applicants should use the complete official circular and the SAPS advertisement contained within the circular.
DPSACircular does not replace the official government source.
Related DPSACircular.co.za Guides
For help with the Z83 application form:
How to Correctly Complete the New Z83 Form in 2026
For information about the preceding DPSA circular:
For the broader Circular 31 guide:
DPSA Vacancy Circular 31 of 2026
These links should appear naturally within relevant sections of the article rather than as a large collection of unrelated links.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What SAPS vacancy appears in Circular 33 of 2026?
The supplied SAPS advertisement lists Post 33/101, MIC Support: Administration Clerk Supervisor, reference number RE-ORS 04/2026.
2. How many posts are available?
The advertisement lists one post.
3. Is the SAPS Administration Clerk Supervisor vacancy a re-advertisement?
Yes. The advertisement identifies the position as a re-advertisement.
4. What is the salary?
The salary is R338,106 per annum at Level 07.
5. Where is the position based?
The position is based at Specialised Operations: National Intervention Unit, Operations: Maupa Naga, Sunnyside, Pretoria.
6. What qualification is required?
Applicants need Grade 12, Senior Certificate, NCV Level 4 or an equivalent NQF Level 4 qualification recognised by SAQA.
7. How much experience is required?
The advertisement requires at least four years of experience in the field of the post.
8. Does a Diploma or Degree form part of the minimum qualification?
A relevant three-year Diploma or Degree at NQF Level 6 or higher is listed as an added advantage.
9. Is a driver’s licence required?
A valid light motor vehicle driver’s licence is listed as an added advantage.
10. Must applicants be South African citizens?
Yes. The advertisement states that applicants must be South African citizens and provide documentary proof at the interview.
11. Which languages are required?
Applicants must be proficient in English and at least one other official language.
12. Which computer skills are mentioned?
The advertisement mentions MS Word, MS Excel, MS Office, MS PowerPoint and MS Outlook.
13. What duties are associated with the position?
The duties include management information services, presentation preparation, database maintenance, administration, Iris system management, monitoring and evaluation, and Auditor-General-related matters involving national performance indicators.
14. What is the closing date?
The closing date is 28 September 2026 at 16:00.
15. Which Z83 version should applicants use?
The advertisement specifies the Z83 Form, 2021 version.
16. Is a CV required?
Yes. The advertisement requires a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae together with the Z83 form.
17. Does an applicant need a separate application form for each post?
Yes. The advertisement states that applicants should complete a separate application form for each post they wish to apply for.
18. Where should applications be sent?
The advertisement provides No. 629 Lavender Road, Bon Accord, and the email address LekalakalaJM@saps.gov.za for applications. Applicants should confirm the current official advertisement before submission.
19. What happens if an applicant is shortlisted?
Shortlisted candidates must produce original documents and may undergo qualification verification, fingerprint screening, background enquiries, security clearance and vetting.
20. Are there assessments during the selection process?
Yes. The advertisement states that shortlisted candidates will undergo a personal interview and two pre-entry assessments, including a practical exercise and an integrity assessment.
About DPSACircular.co.za
DPSACircular.co.za is an independent South African job information website publishing information about DPSA Vacancy Circulars, government vacancies, internships, learnerships, graduate programmes, bursaries and career guidance.
The purpose of this article is to help job seekers understand the SAPS vacancy before deciding whether to apply.
DPSACircular.co.za does not accept, process or decide government job applications.
We do not shortlist applicants, conduct government interviews, select candidates or guarantee employment.
Recruitment decisions remain with the relevant government department.
About the Author
Godwin Samuel is the Founder and Publisher of DPSACircular.co.za.
His editorial work focuses on researching government employment information, reviewing vacancy advertisements and explaining public sector recruitment requirements in practical language.
The vacancy review process focuses on source verification, important application details, requirement interpretation, closing dates, application methods and information applicants often overlook.
The purpose of this work is to help readers understand an official vacancy before they submit an application.
Where readers identify an outdated date, incorrect vacancy detail or other factual problem, DPSACircular reviews the relevant information and updates the article when appropriate.
Editorial Standards
DPSACircular uses the following editorial approach for government vacancy guides:
Source first
Official government advertisements provide the primary vacancy information.
Original explanation
DPSACircular adds explanations and practical guidance rather than reproducing the official advertisement.
Clear separation
Government-supplied information and DPSACircular editorial guidance are kept distinct.
Date checking
Publication, checking and update dates are displayed so readers understand when the information was last reviewed.
Application responsibility
Readers remain responsible for checking the official advertisement and submitting applications correctly.
Correction process
If an error is identified, DPSACircular reviews the relevant source and updates the article where necessary.
No recruitment claims
DPSACircular does not present itself as a recruitment agency or government department.
Disclaimer
DPSACircular.co.za is an independent South African job information website.
We are not the official DPSA website and are not affiliated with or endorsed by the Department of Public Service and Administration, the South African Police Service or the South African Government.
DPSACircular.co.za does not accept, process, shortlist, assess or decide government job applications.
We do not conduct interviews or select successful candidates.
We do not guarantee employment.
Vacancy information is provided for information and guidance. Applicants should read the complete official advertisement and confirm all requirements, dates, application instructions, amendments and withdrawals before submitting an application.
The SAPS advertisement states that SAPS is under no obligation to fill an advertised post and that correspondence will be conducted with successful candidates only.
Final Applicant Check
Before submitting an application for Post 33/101, confirm five things first:
- You meet the mandatory qualification requirement.
- Your experience meets the four-year requirement in the field of the post.
- Your Z83 contains the correct post and reference information.
- You are sending the application through the method and address stated in the official advertisement.
- Your application reaches the relevant destination before 16:00 on 28 September 2026.
Do not rely on a vacancy summary alone.
Read the complete official advertisement before submission.
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