Generic Requirements: 

• Applicants must display competency in the post-specific core functions of the post; 
• Be in a possession of a Senior Certificate (Grade 12) or National Certificate (Vocational) recorded on the National Learner Record Database on NQF Level 4; 
• Be proficient in at least two official languages, of which one must be English;
• Be a South African Citizen; 
• Must have no previous criminal / disciplinary convictions or criminal / departmental cases pending; 
• Be in a possession of at least a valid light motor vehicle driver’s licence; 
• Applicants will be subjected to a vetting process which will include security screening and fingerprint verification; 
• Must not have tattoos which will be visible when wearing SAPS summer uniform. 

Additional Requirements: 

• A recognized veterinary Degree (BVSc or BVMCh) (Accredited by SAQA on at least NQF 7 or higher) (Veterinarian) with at least 2 years of clinical experience in the field of the post, 
• Proof of registration with the South African Veterinary Council (SAVC) and paid up fees for 2024, 
• Compulsory community service must be completed where applicable. Supervisory experienced will serve as an advantage. 

Core Functions: 

• Register as a principal for  Potchefstroom Veterinary Hospital (Equine) with South African Veterinary Council (SAVC); 
• Manage clinical veterinary and welfare service to SAPS animals (primarily Equine); ; 
• Co-ordinate and manage basic veterinary and animals courses for SAPS Dog handlers and Stable officials; 
• Ensure sound implementation and management of existing contracts within the environment of the post; 
• Compile and present monthly performance reports to the Section Head; 
• Conduct veterinary research related to SAPS animal welfare and report epidemiology; 
• Manage all resources allocated to the post as well as the formulation and implementation of National policies, directives, standards and procedures within the SAPS Veterinary