Career Quest

The Close Protector provides close protection to identified very important persons (VIP’s) by physically protecting them on foot and in transito. Other functions include planning of operations, communication with VIP’s and delegates, maintaining equipment and recording of procedures.

What are the minimum requirements to become a Close Protector?

You must have done Basic Police Training, Basic VIP-Protection Course and Identification of Explosives Course. Experience as Static Protector for at least one year and one year driving experience (advanced driving K53 and State Authority) is also necessary. You must also be able to swim at least 25 metres.

Training:

Further training includes the following courses:
Advances VIP-Protection Course, C.A.T Training, Protective Intelligence Course, Risk Management, Security Advisory, Communication and Liaison, Technical Support Training, Explosive/ Dog Handlers Course and Advanced VIP-Protection Course.

Where can you be stationed?

Presidential Protection Unit and VIP Units on Provincial and National Level.

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